Question 210 · LDEK · Diagnosis

Laser Doppler flowmetry is used in endodontics for:

1) determination of the blood circulation in the dental pulp;
2) determination of the vitality of the pulp;
3) biostimulation of periapical lesion healing;
4) tooth crown transillumination test;
5) disinfection of the root canal system.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,2.
  2. B. 1,3.
  3. C. 2,3.
  4. D. 3,4.
  5. E. 3,5.
Hint

Consider what a Doppler signal from moving red blood cells can reveal, and whether the device delivers any treatment energy.

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