| abstract |
A device and system for use in procedures associated with the intra-oral cavity, the device having a probe member and a handpiece for holding the elongate probe member, the probe member having an elongate distal portion capable of being manipulated in the intra-oral cavity, the probe member comprising: at least one treatment channel having a distal opening in the elongate distal portion, the at least one treatment channel being configured for enabling operation of a suitable tool via the distal opening; at least one illumination channel comprising a first light guide having a first proximal end configured for optical coupling to a light source system, and a second distal end in the distal portion for illuminating regions of interest during operation of the device; at least one light collection channel configured for optical coupling to an imaging system and for collecting and transmitting light reflected from the regions of interest during operation of the device. |