Minimally Invasive Dentistry: Evaluating the Success of ICON Resin Infiltration in Early Caries Lesions
1Mobeen Ali, 2Dr. Farah Mushtaq, 3Muhammad Yousaf Ali, 4Mohib Ali, 5Hadi Raza, 6Marwa Riaz
Submission: 31 January 2026 | Acceptance: 03 March 2026 | Publication: 02 April 2026
1PIMS, Islamabad
2Assitant professor, operative dentistry and endodontics, operative dentistry and endodontics department, Rawal institute of Health Sciences
3Associate Professor Fatima Jinnah Institute of Dental Sciences Lahore
4UHS, LAHORE
5PIMS, Islamabad
6PIMS, Islamabad
ABSTRACT:
Background: Minimally invasive dentistry emphasizes the preservation of healthy tooth structure while effectively treating dental caries. ICON resin infiltration has emerged as a promising approach for managing early enamel lesions without the need for drilling or conventional restorations.
Aim: This research examined the clinical outcomes of ICON resin infiltration therapy for early caries lesions based on their development rates and cosmetic enhancement and patient experience.
Methods: A twelve-month observational research took place at Ayub Medical Hospital, Abbottabad between February 2024 until January 2025. The research included 100 patients showing non-cavitated early enamel caries lesions. The usage of ICON resin infiltration followed specifications set by the manufacturer. The investigators evaluated the target areas for lesion stability alongside esthetic outcomes and patient-reported satisfaction at baseline and each evaluation time point during 12 months.
Results: One hundred participants were observed through the twelve-month follow-up period where 93% of lesions remained stable. The aesthetic benefits in concealing white spot lesions could be observed in 88% of subjects. Survey results demonstrated high patient satisfaction because 90% of patients reported positive outcomes for their appearance together with comfort. All patients experienced no adverse effects or complications throughout the research duration.
Conclusion: The minimal and effective nature of ICON resin infiltration has shown its value in controlling caries growth. The treatment establishes itself as a practical dental solution which executes minimally invasive procedures during dental operations.
Keywords: Minimally invasive dentistry, ICON resin infiltration, early caries lesions, enamel demineralization, esthetic dentistry, non-invasive caries treatment.