Evaluation of Reliability of the Near-infrared Imaging System (VistaCam iX Proxi) in Comparison With Digital Radiographic Findings and ICDAS-II in Detection of Approximal Carious Lesions.

Evaluation of Validity of the Near-infrared Imaging System (VistaCam iX Proxi) in Comparison With Digital Radiographic Findings and ICDAS-II in Detection of Approximal Carious Lesions: Diagnostic Accuracy Study.

The aim of this study is to evaluate the Clinical performance of the near-infrared imaging system VistaCam iX Proxi in comparison with digital radiographic findings and ICDAS-II in detection of approximal carious lesions.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients aged from 18 to 40 years.
• No gender restriction.
• Patients should have an acceptable oral hygiene level.
• Patients must have at least one posterior proximal caries

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with a compromised medical history.
• Severe or active periodontal disease.
• Heavy bruxism or a traumatic occlusion.
• Acute or chronic dental infection.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women.
• Patients with posterior restorations on molars or premolars