Adjunct based on tissue reflectance (ViziLite, ViziLite Plus,
Microlux)--Several studies have investigated the benefit of using the ViziLite compared to conventional visual examination alone.
Artificial lesions of lobster and mollusc shells were created with a
Microlux Variable Speed Drill Press (MicroMark) with a digital depth finder and 3/32-in.
Japanese-made lenses are coated with
Microlux ETE, allowing for maximum light transmission.
All teeth were examined for cracks or fractures, as well as to confirm a single apical foramen using transillumination (
Microlux Transilluminator, Adent Inc, Danbury, CT) and a dental operating microscope (Global Surgical Corporation, St Louis, MO).
GenIII night-vision scopes can operate at 10
microlux ambient-light levels, as compared to the 0.01 lux levels of GenI devices (a lux being, very crudely, about equal to the light produced on a surface by a candle a foot away).
The Platinum Nighteater series features riflescopes with Grade A lenses coated with
Microlux ETE coatings.