Recording of individual identification information on dental prostheses using fluorescent material and ultraviolet light

Int J Prosthodont. 2013 Mar-Apr;26(2):172-4. doi: 10.11607/ijp.3350.

Abstract

The placement of individual identification on a prosthesis is very important for forensic dentistry and traceability. This article describes the unique naming/labeling of dentures with information for individual identification using a method in which information is invisible under natural light but visible under ultraviolet light-emitting diode/black light exposure. The use of laser beam machining with this method will enable the recording of a large amount of information.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Acrylic Resins / chemistry
  • Composite Resins / chemistry
  • Dental Materials / chemistry
  • Denture Bases
  • Denture Design
  • Denture Identification Marking / methods*
  • Fluorescent Dyes / chemistry*
  • Forensic Dentistry
  • Humans
  • Image Processing, Computer-Assisted / methods
  • Lasers
  • Surface Properties
  • Ultraviolet Rays*

Substances

  • Acrylic Resins
  • Composite Resins
  • Dental Materials
  • Fluorescent Dyes