Trace elemental analysis of dental caries in human teeth by external pixe.
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2010-05
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The elemental profiles of the dental caries in human teeth were analyzed
by the external proton induced X-ray emission (External PIXE) studies. A total of ten
elements including trace namely P, Ca, V, Mn, Fe, Cu, Zn, As, Sr and Pb were estimated
in the present study. P and Ca were found to be the major elements whereas all other
elements were in trace level. It was observed that the concentration of elements
Phosphorus and Calcium varied between the range 7.98% and 19.26% and 19.83% and
35.2% respectively in dental caries.
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Dental caries, Trace element, External PIXE, Human teeth
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Rao K Srinivasa, Anupama P Mary, Mahesh D Guru, Rao R Venkateswara, Rautray T R, Venkateswarulu P. Trace elemental analysis of dental caries in human teeth by external pixe. International Journal of Applied Biology and Pharmaceutical Technology. 2010 May-Jul; 1(1): 68-78.