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Novel Digital Imaging Trial Compares Smartphone, 3D, and QLF-D Technologies for Post-Orthodontic Caries Detection — What Dental Professionals Need to Know

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12 June 2026

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New Colombian trial compares smartphone photography, 3D imaging, and QLF-D technology against established ICDAS criteria for detecting post-orthodontic white spot lesions. The study addresses critical gaps in digital diagnostic validation for preventive dental care.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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