Survival of Hybrid Laminate Veneers using two different tooth preparation techniques: Randomized Clinical Trial

Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the survival of laminate veneers constructed using a recent polymer-infiltrated ceramic network material following the aesthetic pre-evaluative temporary (APT) technique of tooth preparation in comparison to traditional technique. Six patients received 54 laminate veneers. They were divided into two equal groups (n=27) according to the technique of tooth preparation: group T: traditional technique and group A: aesthetic pre-evaluative temporary technique. VITA ENAMIC material was used for CAD/CAM construction of laminate veneers. Cementation was performed using a light cured resin cement. The laminate veneers were evaluated at baseline, after 3, 6 and 12 months according to the modified United States Public Health Service (USPHS) criteriea. The data was collected, tabulated and statistically analyzed. Secondary caries, endodontic complications, cracks and loss of retention were not noted in any laminate veneer. Extensive fractures were not detected in both study groups through the study period. There was a statistically significant decrease of color match criteria between the two groups at the 6 and 12 months recalls. Based on this study, both preparation techniques resulted in successful clinical performance. After 12 months, all the veneers in both groups showed no post-operative sensitivity and all patients were highly satisfied regarding their veneers. However, there was a deterioration in color match criteria through the study period in both study groups.

Resumo O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a sobrevivência de facetas laminadas construídas utilizando um material recente de rede de cerâmica impregnada de polímero, seguindo a técnica estética pré-avaliadora temporária (APT) de preparação de dentes em comparação com a técnica tradicional. Seis pacientes receberam 54 facetas de laminados. Foram divididos em dois grupos iguais (n=27) de acordo com a técnica de preparação do dente: grupo T: técnica tradicional e grupo A: técnica temporária pré-avaliativa estética. O material VITA ENAMIC foi utilizado para a construção de facetas de CAD/CAM de laminados. A cimentação foi realizada utilizando um cimento de resina fotopolimerizável. Os laminados foram avaliados na linha de base, após 3, 6 e 12 meses de acordo com os critérios modificados do Serviço de Saúde Pública dos Estados Unidos (USPHS). Os dados foram recolhidos, tabulados e analisados estatisticamente. Cáries secundárias, complicações endodônticas, fissuras e perda de retenção não foram observadas em nenhuma faceta laminada. Não foram detectadas fraturas extensas em ambos os grupos de estudo durante o período do estudo. Verificou-se uma diminuição estatisticamente significativa dos critérios de correspondência de cor entre os dois grupos nos 6 e 12 meses. Com base neste estudo, ambas as técnicas de preparação resultaram num desempenho clínico bem sucedido. Após 12 meses, todos os laminados de ambos os grupos não mostraram qualquer sensibilidade pós-operatória e todos os pacientes ficaram altamente satisfeitos com os seus laminados. No entanto, houve uma deterioração dos critérios de correspondência de cor durante o período de estudo em ambos os grupos de estudo.

The effect of clinical performance on the survival estimates of direct restorations

OBJECTIVES: In most retrospective studies, the clinical performance of restorations had not been considered in survival analysis. This study investigated the effect of including the clinically unacceptable cases according to modified United States Public Health Service (USPHS) criteria into the failed data on the survival analysis of direct restorations as to the longevity and prognostic variables. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Nine hundred and sixty-seven direct restorations were evaluated. The data of 204 retreated restorations were collected from the records, and clinical performance of 763 restorations in function was evaluated according to modified USPHS criteria by two observers. The longevity and prognostic variables of the restorations were compared with a factor of involving clinically unacceptable cases into the failures using Kaplan-Meier survival analysis and Cox proportional hazard model. RESULTS: The median survival times of amalgam, composite resin and glass ionomer were 11.8, 11.0 and 6.8 years, respectively. Glass ionomer showed significantly lower longevity than composite resin and amalgam. When clinically unacceptable restorations were included into the failure, the median survival times of them decreased to 8.9, 9.7 and 6.4 years, respectively. CONCLUSIONS: After considering the clinical performance, composite resin was the only material that showed a difference in the longevity (p < 0.05) and the significantly higher relative risk of student group than professor group disappeared in operator groups. Even in the design of retrospective study, clinical evaluation needs to be included.

Comparison of different methods for evaluating resin composite restorations in posterior teeth / Comparação de Diferentes Métodos para Avaliação de Restaurações de Resina Composta em Dentes Posteriores

Aim: To compare different methods for evaluating composite resin restorations in posterior teeth and to evaluate the reliability of each method by determining the intraobserver agreement. Material and methods: 136 class I resin composite restorations were evaluated by a trained examiner using modified Ryge criteria to assess selected restoration characteristics with three different methods: clinical, photographic and dental cast models.Results: The results showed that intraexaminer agreement was better on dental cast models evaluations for marginal integrity and anatomic form and was similar between photographic and clinical evaluations for marginal integrity and marginal discoloration. Surface texture showed the lowest degree of intraexaminer agreement with all the methods tested. Direct clinical method and the two indirect methods were significantly different for all the characteristics assessed (p<0.05). Photographs and dental cast models methods gave higher mean ranks than direct clinical method for marginal integrity and anatomic form. Photographs and dental cast models evaluations were similar for all the characteristics assessed, except for surface texture (p<0.05). Conclusion: All of the methods were different for all the characteristics assessed. The highest Intraexaminer agreement was obtained from dental cast models evaluation. All the methods showed that are not adequate to evaluate surface texture.

Objetivo: Comparar diferentes métodos para avaliação de restaurações de resina composta em dentes posteriores e avaliar a confiabilidade de cada método através da determinação deconcordância intraexaminador.Materiais e Métodos: 136 restaurações Classe I de resina composta foram avaliadas por um examinador treinado utilizando o critério de Ryge modificado através três métodos diferentes: clínico, fotográfico e modelos de gesso.Resultados: Os resultados mostraramque a concordância intraexaminador foi melhor em avaliação em modelos de gesso para integridade marginal e forma anatômica, e foi similar entre fotografiase avaliação clínica para integridade marginal e descoloração marginal. A textura superficial mostrou a menor concordância intraexaminador para todos os métodos testados. O método clínico direto e os dois métodos indiretos foram diferentes significativamentepara todas as características analisadas (p<0,05). Fotografias e modelos de gesso forneceram maio res médias ranqueadas do que o método clínico direto para integridade marginal e forma anatômica. As avaliações através de fotografias e modelos de gesso foram similares para todas as categorais avaliadas, exceto para textura superficial (p<0,05). Conclusões: Todos os métodos foram diferentes para as características avaliadas. A maior concordância intraexaminador foiobtida com a avaliação através de modelos de gesso. Nenhum dos métodos foi adequado para avaliação da textura superficial.

Avaliação da influência da aplicação de um selante de superfície no comportamento clínico de restaurações de resina composta classe I / Evaluation of the influence of a surface sealant in the clinical behavior of composite resin class I restorations

A aplicação de selantes de superfície, através da penetração nas irregularidades superficiais e na interface dente/restauração, é realizada ao final do procedimento restaurador e pode minimizar algumas limitações, prolongando a longevidade clínica das restaurações de resina composta. Este estudo clinico randomizado se propôs a avaliar o efeito da aplicação de um selante de superfície no comportamento clínico de restaurações posteriores de resina composta do tipo classe I. Vinte e sete pares de dentes molares ou pré-molares, superiores ou inferiores, que apresentavam lesões de cárie (classe I) ou restaurações de amálgama ou resina composta (classe I) insatisfatórias, que necessitavam de substituição completa, foram aleatorizados e preparados e restaurados com a resina composta Esthet-X. Sobre a superfície da resina de apenas um dente de cada par foi aplicado o selante de superfície Lasting Touch utilizando o modelo experimental de boca dividida. A avaliação única foi realizada empregando-se o método direto USHPS modificado, nos tempos: baseline, 6 meses, 12 meses, por dois operadores. Radiografias interproximais e réplicas das faces oclusais foram obtidas por meio da moldagem com silicona de adição e vazadas com resina epóxica para avaliação qualitativa com Microscópio Eletrônico de Varredura. Os dados foram submetidos ao teste de Mc Nemar (p<0,05). Para a integridade marginal, após 6 meses de avaliação, apenas 1 (4%) restauração do grupo com selante de superfície recebeu o escore Bravo. Aos 12 meses, a integridade marginal apresentou 1 (4%) do grupo sem selante e 2 (7%) restaurações com selante com escore Bravo. Os resultado apresentados nos períodos de avaliação não apresentaram diferenças estatisticamente significantes (p=1,0, para todas as condições. Não houve diferença no desempenho clínico de restaurações de resina composta com e sem selante de superfície, sendo aceitáveis após 12 meses de avaliação. As observações em MEV demonstraram...

The finishing, polishing and surface sealant application, by superficial irregular penetration and between restoration interface, are applied at the end of the restoration and decrease these limitations, and extend the clinical longevity of composite resin restorations. This clinical randomized controled study however aimed to evaluate the effect of the surface sealant application in the clinical behavior of composite posterior resin class I restorations. Twenty seven pairs of upper or lower molars or premolars with carious lesions (class I), and unsatisfactory amalgam or composite resin restorations, which needed total replacement, were randomized and prepared and restored with Esthet X composite resin. The composite resin surface of one tooth from each pair was covered with Lasting Touch surface sealant (Split Mouth Design). The clinical evaluation was made by using the modified direct method USPHS, at the following times: baseline, 6 months and 12 months, by two different operators. Bitewing radiographs and replicas of the occlusal surfaces were obtained by using a silicone impression material poured with epoxy resin for the qualitative evaluation with Scanning Electron Microscopy. The data was analyzed with the McNemar test (p <0.05). Results showed that for the marginal integrity, after 6-month evaluation, only 1 (4%) sealed restoration had a Bravo rating. At the end of 12 months, the marginal integrity showed 1 (4%) sealed restoration and 2 (7%) non sealed Bravo restorations. Results at all evaluations periods did not show statistical significant differences (p=1.0) for all conditions. There was no difference in the clinical performance of the composite resin restorations (Esthet X) with or without the surface sealant (Lasting Touch), demonstrated good behavior after 12 months. Based on SEM examinations, the surface sealant application promoted a regular and smooth surface, for all the evaluation times. In a 12 months evaluations period, the surface...

Avaliação da influência da aplicação de um selante de superfície no comportamento clínico de restaurações de resina composta classe I / Evaluation of the influence of a surface sealant in the clinical behavior of composite resin class I restorations

A aplicação de selantes de superfície, através da penetração nas irregularidades superficiais e na interface dente/restauração, é realizada ao final do procedimento restaurador e pode minimizar algumas limitações, prolongando a longevidade clínica das restaurações de resina composta. Este estudo clinico randomizado se propôs a avaliar o efeito da aplicação de um selante de superfície no comportamento clínico de restaurações posteriores de resina composta do tipo classe I. Vinte e sete pares de dentes molares ou pré-molares, superiores ou inferiores, que apresentavam lesões de cárie (classe I) ou restaurações de amálgama ou resina composta (classe I) insatisfatórias, que necessitavam de substituição completa, foram aleatorizados e preparados e restaurados com a resina composta Esthet-X. Sobre a superfície da resina de apenas um dente de cada par foi aplicado o selante de superfície Lasting Touch utilizando o modelo experimental de boca dividida. A avaliação única foi realizada empregando-se o método direto USHPS modificado, nos tempos: baseline, 6 meses, 12 meses, por dois operadores. Radiografias interproximais e réplicas das faces oclusais foram obtidas por meio da moldagem com silicona de adição e vazadas com resina epóxica para avaliação qualitativa com Microscópio Eletrônico de Varredura. Os dados foram submetidos ao teste de Mc Nemar (p<0,05). Para a integridade marginal, após 6 meses de avaliação, apenas 1 (4%) restauração do grupo com selante de superfície recebeu o escore Bravo. Aos 12 meses, a integridade marginal apresentou 1 (4%) do grupo sem selante e 2 (7%) restaurações com selante com escore Bravo. Os resultado apresentados nos períodos de avaliação não apresentaram diferenças estatisticamente significantes (p=1,0, para todas as condições. Não houve diferença no desempenho clínico de restaurações de resina composta com e sem selante de superfície, sendo aceitáveis após 12 meses de avaliação. As observações em MEV demonstraram...

The finishing, polishing and surface sealant application, by superficial irregular penetration and between restoration interface, are applied at the end of the restoration and decrease these limitations, and extend the clinical longevity of composite resin restorations. This clinical randomized controled study however aimed to evaluate the effect of the surface sealant application in the clinical behavior of composite posterior resin class I restorations. Twenty seven pairs of upper or lower molars or premolars with carious lesions (class I), and unsatisfactory amalgam or composite resin restorations, which needed total replacement, were randomized and prepared and restored with Esthet X composite resin. The composite resin surface of one tooth from each pair was covered with Lasting Touch surface sealant (Split Mouth Design). The clinical evaluation was made by using the modified direct method USPHS, at the following times: baseline, 6 months and 12 months, by two different operators. Bitewing radiographs and replicas of the occlusal surfaces were obtained by using a silicone impression material poured with epoxy resin for the qualitative evaluation with Scanning Electron Microscopy. The data was analyzed with the McNemar test (p <0.05). Results showed that for the marginal integrity, after 6-month evaluation, only 1 (4%) sealed restoration had a Bravo rating. At the end of 12 months, the marginal integrity showed 1 (4%) sealed restoration and 2 (7%) non sealed Bravo restorations. Results at all evaluations periods did not show statistical significant differences (p=1.0) for all conditions. There was no difference in the clinical performance of the composite resin restorations (Esthet X) with or without the surface sealant (Lasting Touch), demonstrated good behavior after 12 months. Based on SEM examinations, the surface sealant application promoted a regular and smooth surface, for all the evaluation times. In a 12 months evaluations period, the surface...

Avaliação clínica de restaurações de resina composta em dentes posteriores / Clinical evaluation of composite restorations in posterior teeth

Este estudo avalia o comportamento clínico de restaurações diretas de resina composta em dentes posteriores. Para tanto, toma uma série de casos de acompanhamento longitudinal, com a realização de 55 restaurações de classe I e II. Os operadores são alunos de Odontologia do Centro Universitário Franciscano (Unifra, RS). A avaliação foi feita seis meses após a confecção das restaurações, e foi utilizado o critério United States Public Health Service (USPHS) modificado: forma anatômica, estabilidade da cor, descoloração marginal, integridade marginal e lesão de cárie secundária. Foram avaliadas 54 (98,2%) restaurações, delas, duas falharam, e o índice de sobrevivência foi de 91,78%. Conclui que o desempenho clínico das restaurações é aceitável.

This article aims to evaluate the clinical performance of direct composite resin restorations in posterior teeth. Methods: Case series of longitudinal, with the completion of 55 restorations, class I and II. The operators were dental students from Franciscan University Center (Unifra) RS, Brazil. The evaluation was conducted six months after making these, and criterion was utilized United States Public Health Service (USPHS) modified: anatomical form, color stability, marginal discoloration, marginal integrity and caries secondary. A total of 54 (98.2%) restorations, of whom two failed, and the survival rate was 91.78%. In conclusion, it finds that the clinical performance of the restorations was acceptable.

Clinical evaluation of packable resin Class I restorations after 7 years

Aims: Compactable composite resins have been indicated as amalgam substitutes. However, longitudinal clinical trials are necessary to verify their wear resistance and integrity maintenance. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical performance of a packable resin in Class I restorations after 7 years. Methods: Forty restorations were placed in 15 young patients aged 13 to 30 years. The restorative material (Prodigy/OptiBond-KERR®) was used according to standard recommendations. The restorations were assessed at baseline at the year 2000 and after 2 and 7 years according to the USPHS (United State Public Health Service) criteria. Results: After 7 years, 50% of the restorations were scored Alpha and 37.5% scored Bravo for color match, marginal discoloration and marginal adaptation. Secondary caries were observed in only one restoration and none of them presented postoperative sensibility. Conclusion: In accordance with the USPHS method used, the packable resin presented appropriate clinical performance after a 7-year clinical evaluation.

Prospective clinical evaluation of three different bonding systems in class V resin restorations with or without mechanical retention / 대한치과보존학회지

The purpose of this study is to evaluate prospectively the effect of different bonding systems and retention grooves on the clinical performance of resin restorations in non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs). Thirty-nine healthy adults who had at least 2 NCCLs in their premolar areas were included in this study. One hundred and fifty teeth were equally assigned to six groups: (A) Scotchbond Multi-Purpose (SBMP, 3M ESPE, St. Paul, MN, USA, 4th generation bonding system) without retention grooves; (B) SBMP with retention grooves; (C) BC Plus (Vericom Co., Anyang, Gyeonggido, Korea, 5th generation bonding system) without retention grooves; (D) BC Plus with retention grooves; (E) Adper Prompt (3M ESPE, Seefeld, Germany, 6th generation bonding system) without retention grooves; (F) Adper Prompt with retention grooves. All cavities were filled with a hybrid composite resin, Denfil (Vericom Co., Anyang, Gyeonggido, Korea) by one operator. Restorations were evaluated at baseline and at 6-month recall, according to the modified USPHS (United States Public Health Service) criteria. Additionally, clinical photographs were taken and epoxy resin replicas were made for SEM evaluation. At 6-month recall, there were some differences in the number of alpha ratings among the experimental groups. But, despite the differences in the number of alpha ratings, there was no significant difference among the 3 adhesive systems (p > 0.05). There was also no significant difference between the groups with or without mechanical retention (p > 0.05). Follow-ups for longer periods than 6 months are needed to verify the clinical performance of different bonding systems and retention grooves.