The primary aim of this study is to compare the diagnostic agreement and effectiveness of three different methods-Fluorescence-Aided Caries Excavation (FACE), caries detection dye, and clinical observation-in detecting residual caries remaining on cavity walls of primary teeth following Atraumatic Restorative Treatment (ART). Through this comparison, the study seeks to identify the method that provides more reliable and accurate results, thereby contributing to clinical practice by guiding clinicians and supporting the development of strategies to enhance the long-term success of ART.
Age 4-9 years at enrollment
Healthy children who can cooperate with dental examination
Multi-surface carious cavities that are asymptomatic (no acute symptoms)
Written informed consent from parent/guardian and assent from the child
Acute dental infection present
Any systemic disease/condition
Lack of cooperation during the procedure
Refusal to participate / informed consent not obtained from parent/guardian and/or assent not obtained from the child