The Scientific Application of Light and Color to the Dental Environment.

Abstract

This report was compiled to provide guidance in using light and color scientifically in the dental environment. Visible light and the contiguous infrared and ultraviolet regions of the electromagnetic spectrum have measurable physiologic effects on man. Also, component wavelengths of visible light (color) appear to have definite psychological manifestations. Specific applications of light are recommended for the various divisions of USAF dental facilities. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1978
Accession Number
ADA059733

Entities

People

  • John M. Young
  • Joseph M. Powell
  • William Ralph Sellers

Organizations

  • United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerospace Medicine
  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Candles
  • Color Temperature
  • Daylight
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Electromagnetic Spectra
  • Environment
  • Eye
  • Floor Coverings
  • Light Sources
  • Medical Personnel
  • Optical Properties
  • Psychology
  • Spectra
  • Visible Spectra

Readers

  • Spectroscopy.
  • Theoretical Analysis.
  • Vision Science/Vision Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience.