SBIR/STTR Research Award
Microbial Metabolism Assay System
Award amount
$712,345Program and phase
SBIR · Phase IIAward year
1995Award details
- Awarding agency
- Department of Health and Human Services
- Branch
- Not reported
- Recipient company
- PHOTONIC BIOSYSTEMS, INC
- Proposal award date
- Not reported
- Contract end date
- Not reported
- UEI
- Not reported
- Solicitation number
- Not reported
- Topic code
- Not reported
Research abstract
The applicant will develop an optical probe for detecting calculus deposits on teeth. There isevidence that calculus engenders a distinguish able optical signal which can be read with fiber opticsensor instrumentation. The purposes of this Phase l study are to further investigate the spectralproperties of calculus enabling its differentiation, and conduct clinical studies showing the feasibility ofa fiber optic system to sense calculus in situ. A systematic study of the spectra of calcified dentalplaque deposits will be performed. A fiber optic instrument will be built to the specifications optimal fordeposit detection and characterized for specific detection capabilities. The system will be evaluatedthrough prospective and retrospective testing with patients. The technology has considerable potentialvalue in the practice of dentistry. It could increase the efficiency of examinations and efficacy oftherapy. The reliable detection and removal of calculus is an essential part of achieving periodontalhealth.
Technology keywords
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