Here's how to use KaVo DIAGNOdent

1. Clean tooth surfaces preferrably with an air polishing device (e.g. PROPHYflex) to completely remove plaque, stains and calculus from fissure areas.
2. Dry the tooth.
3. Perform clinical examination (scanning of tooth surface).
4. Diagnose and evaluate quantitative measurement of DIAGNOdent  (possible course of action):

• Chart readings and monitor over time.
• Initiate prophylactic treatment (fluoridation, etc.) and monitor success/results.
• Restore and check for residual caries.

Comparison Conventional - DIAGNOdent

With conventional instruments, it is generally not possible to probe drop-shaped fissures.

DIAGNOdent has the great advantage of detecting caries in the very early stage by measuring the laser fluroescence within the tooth structure.

Precise results without x-ray exposure.

Therapy information according to KaVo DIAGNOdent

Display value:	Therapy:
0 - 14	No special measures.
15 - 20	Usual prophylactic measures.v
21 - 30	More intensive prophylaxis or restoration: indication is dependent on * caries activity. * caries risk. * recall interval, etc.
from 30	Restoration and more intensive prophylaxis.