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Radiopacity of posterior composite resins, composite resin luting cements, and glass ionomer lining cements.

The radiopacities of seven posterior composite resins, seven composite resin luting cements, and six glass ionomer lining cements were studied. The purpose was to obtain an indication of radiopacity values of different brands within each of these three groups of materials and to show differences in radiopacities of composite resin inlay materials and their accompanying luting cements. On radiographs, the optical densities of standardized samples were determined and radiopacity values of the materials were expressed in millimeter equivalent aluminum. The composite resins observed displayed higher radiopacities than aluminum. A luting cement and a glass ionomer cement were shown to be less radiopaque than aluminum. Generally the radiopacity of composite resins appeared to be higher than their accompanying luting cements. If materials with substantial differences in radiopacity are used in combined applications for the restorative treatment of teeth, lower radiopacity can interfere with the diagnosis of caries and the detection of gaps near the restoration.

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Time-dependent deformation of composite resins--compositional considerations.

The compressive yield strength and creep of 21 dental composite resins were evaluated and correlated with filler volume percent and extent of cure in the resin. In general, yield and creep of composites were more dependent upon filler volume fraction than on extent of cure. However, the types of monomers and fillers used in the composite formulation appeared to play a major role in determining the compressive characteristics of the materials.

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The influence of a packable resin composite, conventional resin composite and amalgam on molar cuspal stiffness.

Packable resin composites may offer improved properties and clinical performance over conventional resin composites or dental amalgam. This in vitro study examined the cuspal stiffness of molars restored with a packable resin composite, a conventional posterior microfilled resin composite and amalgam. Forty-eight intact caries-free human third molars were distributed into four treatment groups (n=12) so that the mean cross-sectional areas of all groups were equal. Standardized MOD cavity preparations were made and specimens restored using one of four restorative materials: (1) a spherical particle amalgam (Tytin); (2) Tytin amalgam with a dentin adhesive liner (OptiBond Solo); (3) a conventional microfilled posterior resin composite (Heliomolar); (4) a packable posterior resin composite (Prodigy Posterior). Cuspal stiffness was measured using a Bionix 200 biomaterials testing machine (MTS). Specimens were loaded vertically to 300 N at a crosshead speed of 1.0 mm/minute. Stiffness was measured at 10 intervals: (1) prior to cavity preparation (intact); (2) following cavity preparation, but before restoration; (3) seven days after restoration; then (4) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 12 months after restoration. All specimens were stored at 37 degrees C in deionized water throughout the study and thermocycled (5 degrees/55 degrees C; 2000 cycles) monthly for 12 months. Repeated Measures ANOVA revealed significant differences among treatment groups over time (p<0.0001). Cavity preparation reduced cuspal stiffness by more than 60%. At 12 months, the cuspal stiffness of restored teeth was, on average, 58% that of intact specimens. Neither the packable nor the conventional resin composite increased cuspal stiffness over that of amalgam.

Acrylic Resins↗

Antibacterial properties of dentin bonding systems, polyacid-modified composite resins and composite resins.

This study examined the antibacterial activities of the bonding systems Syntac, EBS and Scotchbond 1, the polyacid-modified composite resins Hytac and Compoglass, and the composite resins Tetric, Z100 and Scalp-it. They were evaluated using the cariogenic bacteria Streptococcus mutans, Lactobacillus salivarius, Streptococcus sorbinus and Actinomyces viscosus in vitro with a modified cylinder drop plate agar diffusion assay. All adhesives of the dentin bonding systems and the polyacid-modified composite resins exhibited various degrees of antibacterial activity against all of the test bacteria. On the contrary, composite resins did not affect bacterial growth. The data suggest that the use of these adhesives and polyacid-modified composite resins may reduce the consequences of microleakage owing to their antibacterial properties.

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Effect of light curing tip distance and resin shade on microhardness of a hybrid resin composite.

Resin composite shades and resin composite polymerization performed with a distanced light tip are factors that can affect polymerization effectiveness. This in vitro study aimed to evaluate the influence of curing tip distance and resin shade on the microhardness of a hybrid resin composite (Z250-3M ESPE). Forty-five resin composite specimens were randomly prepared and divided into nine experimental groups (n = 5): three curing tip distances (2 mm, 4 mm, and 8 mm) and three resin shades (A1, A3.5, and C2). All samples were polymerized with a continuous output at 550 mW/cm(2). After 24 hours, Knoop microhardness measurements were obtained on the top and bottom surfaces of the sample, with a load of 25 grams for 10 seconds. Five indentations were performed on each surface of each sample. Results showed that bottom surface samples light-cured at 2 mm and 4 mm presented significantly higher hardness values than samples light-cured at 8 mm. The resin shade A1 presented higher hardness values and was statistically different from C2. The resin shade A3.5 did not present statistical differences from A1 and C2. For the top surface, there were no statistical differences among the curing tip distances. For all experimental conditions, the top surface showed higher hardness values than the bottom surface. It was concluded that light curing tip distance and resin shade are important factors to be considered for obtaining adequate polymerization.

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The strength of multilayer and repaired composite resin.

Composite resin surfaces that formed against a plastic matrix or that polymerized while exposed to air were excellent substrates for the adhesion of new resin. Samples formed by the addition of composite resin to a cut surface had a tensile strength of one half of the cohesive strength of the resin. Coating the cut surface with a thin layer of unfilled resin enhanced bonding of the second composite resin layer. The use of a thin layer of unfilled catalyst resin as a bonding agent caused the most rapid development of strength and the greatest strength in samples tested after 7 days.

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Influence of carboxylic anhydrides on selected mechanical properties of heat-cured resin composites.

Resin composites are still in need of improved abrasion resistance for them to be ideal restorative materials for use in large occlusal cavities. The present study proposes a concept for additional cross-linking of dental monomers, by which mechanical properties and possibly the resistance to abrasion of the resin composites are increased. Cyclic acid anhydrides were added as cross-linking agents to different monomer mixtures, which were then loaded with filler. The monomer mixtures were varied with respect to type and ratio of monomer and anhydride. For measurement of diametral tensile strength, flexural strength, modulus of elasticity, and modulus of resilience, specimens were initially cured by light and then post-cured for one h at 150 degrees C. Resin composites based on UEDMA and HEMA were found to be superior to BISGMA- and TEGDMA-based composites. Increases in mechanical properties were highest when unsaturated anhydrides were used. An optimal effect of anhydride addition was found in resin composites also containing methacrylamide. Such materials resulted in a 20% increase in the mechanical properties investigated.

Acrylamides↗

Development of gingivitis around aged restorations of resin-modified glass ionomer cement, polyacid-modified resin composite (compomer) and resin composite.

Resin-modified glass ionomer cements (RMGIC) and polyacid-modified resin composites (PMC, compomers) are two recently introduced material groups supposed to replace traditional cements in operative dentistry. The new restoratives release initially fluoride in different relatively high concentrations, which decrease gradually during the first weeks in vivo. Earlier studies showed a stronger subclinical inflammatory reaction around different conventional tooth colored restorative materials than around intact enamel. The aim of this study was to compare intra-individually the initiation of gingival inflammation around, aged RMGIC, PMC and resin composite restorations. Subgingivally located Class III restorations were placed in 17 patients. Each patient received one of each of the experimental materials. All patients were placed on an oral hygiene regime 1-year after finishing of the restorations. Gingivitis was induced during a one-week period without oral hygiene. The gingival condition was assessed by sampling of gingival crevicular fluid (GCF), registration of the amount of bacterial plaque and by registration of bleeding after gentle probing of the entrance of the gingival sulcus (SBI) on the experimental filling- and control-enamel surfaces at days 0 and 7. No differences were seen in plaque and gingival index scores between the materials at both days. The GCF increased significantly for all surfaces during the experimental gingivitis period. At day 7 significantly lower GCF was sampled around the enamel surfaces. In conclusion, the differences between the materials did not result in measurable differences concerning clinical or subclinical signs of gingivitis.

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Understanding the characteristics of naturally shaded composite resins.

Composite resin formulations have proliferated in recent years, and clinicians are challenged to understand the nuances and technical requirements involved in the successful application of each individual system. Depending on the user's material of choice, the restorative protocol follows the resin layering sequence traditionally used by either clinicians or laboratory technicians. To clarify comprehension of each, this presentation discusses the characteristics of a naturally shaded composite resin and demonstrates their application in the direct restoration.

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5-year clinical performance of resin composite versus resin modified glass ionomer restorative system in non-carious cervical lesions.

AIM: To comparatively assess the 5-year clinical performance of a 1-bottle adhesive and resin composite system with a resin-modified glass ionomer restorative in non-carious cervical lesions. METHOD AND MATERIALS: One operator placed 70 restorations (35 resin modified glass ionomer restorations and 35 resin composite restorations) in 30 patients under rubber dam isolation without mechanical preparation. The restorations were directly assessed by 2 independent examiners, using modified USPHS criteria at baseline and 6, 12, 24 and 60 months. RESULTS: Twenty-two patients were available for recall after 5 years (73.3% recall rate) and 55 out of 70 restorations were evaluated. Excellent agreement was registered for all criteria between examiners (kappa > or = 0.85). Sixteen composite restorations were dislodged (51.5% retention) and 1 ionomer restoration was lost (96.4% retention). The McNemar test detected significant differences in resin composite restorations between baseline and 5-year recall for marginal integrity (p<0.001) and retention (p=0.004). For resin modified glass ionomer restorations, no significant differences were identified for all criteria (p>0.05). When comparing both materials, the Fisher exact test pointed out significant differences in retention (p=0.002) after 5 years of clinical service. CONCLUSIONS: After 5 years of evaluation, the clinical performance of resin modified glass ionomer restorations was superior to resin composite restorations.

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Ceramic whisker reinforcement of dental resin composites.

Resin composites currently available are not suitable for use as large stress-bearing posterior restorations involving cusps due to their tendencies toward excessive fracture and wear. The glass fillers in composites provide only limited reinforcement because of the brittleness and low strength of glass. The aim of the present study was to reinforce dental resins with ceramic single-crystalline whiskers of elongated shapes that possess extremely high strength. A novel method was developed that consisted of fusing silicate glass particles onto the surfaces of individual whiskers for a two-fold benefit: (1) to facilitate silanization regardless of whisker composition; and (2) to enhance whisker retention in the matrix by providing rougher whisker surfaces. Silicon nitride whiskers, with an average diameter of 0.4 microm and length of 5 microm, were coated by the fusion of silica particles 0.04 microm in size to the whisker surface at temperatures ranging from 650 degrees C to 1000 degrees C. The coated whiskers were silanized and manually blended with resins by spatulation. Flexural, fracture toughness, and indentation tests were carried out for evaluation of the properties of the whisker-reinforced composites in comparison with conventional composites. A two-fold increase in strength and toughness was achieved in the whisker-reinforced composite, together with a substantially enhanced resistance to contact damage and microcracking. The highest flexural strength (195+/-8 MPa) and fracture toughness (2.1+/-0.3 MPa x m(1/2)) occurred in a composite reinforced with a whisker-silica mixture at whisker:silica mass ratio of 2:1 fused at 800 degrees C. To conclude, the strength, toughness, and contact damage resistance of dental resin composites can be substantially improved by reinforcement with fillers of ceramic whiskers fused with silica glass particles.

Ceramics↗

Working time and strength in relation to consistency of composite resins.

Composite resin pastes can be made more fluid for injection purposes by adding small amounts of enamel bond resin before mixing. The aim of this work was to study the influence of the added resin on the working time and on the early and final strength of the composite. The pastes of two different brands diluted with their respective resins and the working time of the mix was determined by measuring the time during which it was possible to squeeze the material from a Centrix syringe. The results revealed that adding universal resin reduced the working time of both brands. The catalyst resin increased the working time of Adaptic but with Concise the amount of the catalyst paste had also to be increased to gain more working time. Adding catalyst resin did not affect the early strength or the strength after 24 h. Furthermore, it was observed that adding resin reduced the amount of porosities in the composite.

Composite Resins↗

Local inflammatory effects of composite resins.

Composite resins have been widely used as an anterior restorative material and often have been used to restore posterior teeth. However, composites occasionally can become embedded in oral soft tissues during finishing or shaping procedures, which can lead to persistent chronic inflammation. Limited evaluation in animal model systems has shown that this entrapment in soft tissues can sometimes lead to local inflammation in adjacent soft tissues. Consequently, finishing and polishing procedures should be performed, where practical.

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