Handheld Electromagnetic Probe for Real-Time and Non-Invasive Dental Vitality Assessment (2026-2027)
Abstract
This project will create a compact dental device that quickly and painlessly checks if the soft tissue inside a tooth (dental pulp) is healthy or dying. Current tests can be uncomfortable and unreliable, sometimes leading to unnecessary treatments like root canals or extractions. This non-invasive device uses safe electromagnetic signals that pass through the tooth to measure pulp health. Healthy and diseased pulp respond differently, allowing accurate, objective diagnosis. The first working prototype will be developed, moving from simulations to real-world testing. Using advanced 3D printing, we will develop miniature sensors and test them on extracted human teeth from Metro North Hospital and Health Service. To make the device practical for clinics, the sensor will be integrated with a compact transceiver, removing the need for bulky equipment. The result will be a portable, tested prototype that shows the technology¿TM)s clinical potential. This innovation will lead to faster, more acc
