Challenges in diagnosing and managing non-cavitated occlusal caries lesions. A Literature overview and a report of a case

Aim. Aim of this literature overview was to analyze the diagnostic procedures of hidden caries lesions and to present a restorative protocol. Methods. A literature overview was performed in order to evaluate hidden caries etiological hypothesis and the reported prevalence. The diagnostic procedure is performed with the aid of an intra-oral fluorescence based camera and the restorative procedure is completed with the use of a novel bisphenol-A free composite. Results. Non cavitated occlusal caries lesions prevalence is high in young adults population. Diagnosis of hidden caries requires both high sensitivity and specificity. Conclusions. The novel diagnostic and restorative protocol showed to be highly effective in hidden caries assessment and restoration.