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A recent study from Singapore involves using fiber-optic Bragg stack sensors to determine de-mineralization of the enamel of the teeth, which is an early sign of dental decay. The study won the first place during the 2011’s competition that took place during the 38th Asia Pacific Dental Students Association’s (APDSA) annual congress. The event was held in Thailand.

High-resistance fiber-optic sensors have been involved in several industries. In dental practice, they were applied for reviewing contraction and expansion of composite materials. Yet, researchers from the National University of Singapore used fiber-optic sensors in order to detect earlier tooth decay signs.

Several other studies won prizes during the APDSA’s competition, including a study from Indonesia that evaluated the role of white tea extract against tumor cell viability. Another study was discussing the effect of mouthwash including Curcuma xanthorrhiza on the risk factors of dental caries.