Influence of sonic application on surface roughness of bulk-fill resin composites.

PURPOSE: To evaluate the influence of sonic application on the surface roughness of bulk-fill resin composite restorations. METHODS: 80 intact bovine incisors had their incisal thirds removed, their buccal surfaces flattened, and standard preparations mimicking Class II preparations performed on their buccal surfaces. Specimens were then randomly assigned for restoration with the bulk-fill resin composites Tetric EvoCeram Bulk Fill, SureFil SDR flow+, and SonicFill 2, with sonic application for 15 seconds and 30 seconds as well as no sonic application. Filtek Supreme Ultra applied without sonic application served as control. Sonic application was accomplished with the KAVO SONICflex handpiece. Surface roughness was measured using a 3D scanner and data were analyzed using the Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney tests at a significance level of 0.05. RESULTS: No statistical differences were found between groups treated with and without sonic application. When materials were compared, Tetric EvoCeram Bulk Fill showed the lowest surface roughness in the 15-second sonic application subgroup; and SureFil SDR flow+ showed the highest surface roughness when applied without sonic application and in the 30-second sonic application subgroups. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Clinicians should expect a similar performance of bulk-fill resin composites in terms of surface roughness when applied with or without sonic activation. Precaution should be taken during the finishing/ polishing procedures of SureFil SDR flow+ resin composite.

Caracterização topográfica tridimensional de titânio poroso / Three-dimensional topographic characterization of porous titanium

O objetivo do presente estudo foi comparar as características superficiais de amostras de Titânio (Ti) porosas (Ti-P) e de Ti Denso (Ti-D), usando MEV e rugosímetro 3D. O experimento foi realizado em triplicata (n= 3). Inicialmente foram obtidas imagens em MEV de alta definição das superfícies. Na sequência, as amostras eram analisadas em rugosímetro 3D utilizando parâmetros de amplitude (Sa e St) que indicam a rugosidade média, um parâmetro espacial (Str), que indica a uniformidade da textura, e um parâmetro híbrido (Sdr) que indica a área superficial disponível. Fotomicrografias mostraram que o Ti-P apresentava poros abertos e amplos. Além disso, nesta superfície foram observados valores de Sa e de St bastante altos (35.3 ± 1.20 μm e 315.67 ± 14.36 μm, respectivamente), valor de Str de 0.81 ± 0.08 (tendendo a 1, ou seja, isotrópico) e de Sdr de 42.57% ± 0.67, enquanto o Ti-D apresentava uma superfície lisa e valores de rugosidade bastante baixos (Sa e St de 0.17 ± 0.04 e de 5.31 ± 0.49, respectivamente), Str de 0.00 ± 0.00 (anisotrópico) e Sdr de apenas 0.14% ± 0.04. Portanto, pode-se concluir que as superfícies de Ti poroso apresentaram características topográficas bastante distintas do Ti Denso, como poros abertos e amplos, maior rugosidade, isotropia e maior área superficial disponível.

The aim of this study was to compare surface topographical features of porous Ti (Ti-P) and Dense Ti (Ti-D) samples, using SEM and 3D perfilometer. The study was performed in triplicate (n = 3). First, SEM high-definition images of both surfaces were obtained. Then, the samples were analysed by 3D perfilometer, using amplitude parameters (Sa and St), a Spatial parameter (Str) and a Hybrid parameter (Sdr). Open and wide pores were observed on Ti-P surface by photomicrographs. Furthermore, Ti-P showed higher values of amplitude roughness (Sa and St values of 35.3 ± 1.20 μm and 315.67 ± 14.36 μm, respectively), higher Str value (0.81± 0.08, tending to 1, i.e, isotropic) and Sdr value of 42.57% ± 0.67. On the other hand, Ti-D presented a smooth surface and very low roughness values (Sa and St, 0.17 ± 0.04 and 5.31 ± 0.49, respectively), Str 0.00 ± 0.00 (anisotropic) and Sdr 0.14% ± 0.04. So, it can be concluded that Ti-P andTi-D surfaces presented very distinct topographic features, especially open and wide pores, higher roughness, isotropy and higher available surface area.

Topographical evaluation of different glass and quartz fiber post surface treatments by a tridimensional surface roughness test.

A tridimensional surface roughness test evaluation is a nondestructive method that can be used to perform a topographic analysis of different surface treatments for glass and quartz fiber posts. This study divided 75 fiber posts into three groups according to their manufacturer. Each group was divided into five subgroups (n = 5), according to the surface treatment each received: immersion in hydrofluoric acid, sandblasting, immersion in hydrogen peroxide, sandblasting followed by immersion in hydrofluoric acid, or sandblasting followed by immersion in hydrogen peroxide. Surface roughness was measured using a tridimensional surface roughness test and analyzed with three-dimensional analysis software. Results were statistically analyzed using Student's t-test. The only surface treatment to modify the surface topography of glass and quartz fiber posts and provide a significant increase in roughness was sandblasting airborne-particle abrasion with 50 micro alumina at a distance of 30 mm, using 2.5 bars of pressure for five seconds.

Análise da interface dente-restauração por meio de escâner tridimensional em restaurações com compósito à base de silorano / Marginal integrity analysis through three-dimensional scanner in silorane-based composites

Este artigo avalia o desempenho do compósito restaurador à base de silorano na interface de restaurações adesivas. Cavidades cilíndricas classe I (Ø=5,0mm e h=2,0mm) (fator-C=2,6) foram preparadas em dez molares humanos. Os compósitos avaliados foram Fitek P60 (P) e Filtek LS (LS). As cavidades foram restauradas em incremento único com P e LS, utilizando-se o protocolo de fotoativação convencional: 850mW/cm2/25s. As restaurações foram seccionadas e analisadas em escâner tridimensional, e os danos foram submetidos ao tratamento estatístico. Foi detectada diferença entre os grupos estudados – PxLS (α=0,001). Verificou-se presença de fendas marginais na região dos ângulos internos de todos os corpos de prova em que foi utilizado P, e somente 20% quando foi utilizado LS. Conclui-se que LS produziu formação reduzida de fendas em comparação com P.

To evaluate silorane-bases restorative composite performance on marginal integrity of adhesive restorations interface. Cylindrical class I cavities (Ø=5.0mm and h=2.0mm) (C-factor=2.6) were prepared using ten human molars with a diamond bur # 4054. Two minifilled hybrid composites with different type of organic matrixes were evaluated: methacrylate-based [Fitek P60 (P)] and silorane-based [Filtek LS (LS)]. The cavities were restored in bulk with P and LS using the light-curing mode Standard - 850mW/cm2/25s (±21 J/cm2). After storage, finishing and polishing, the restorations were cut into two slices and analyzed in three-dimensional scanner. Data obtained were submitted to Kruskal-Wallis non-parametric test (α=0.01). It was detected significant statistical difference between studies groups – PxLS (α=0.001).It was verified the presence on internal angles region of all specimens in which were restored with P of gap formation and only 20% in which were restored with LS. It was possible to conclude LS produced lower gap formation in comparison with P.

Effect of a glaze/composite sealant on the 3-D surface roughness of esthetic restorative materials.

The main goal of the current study was to evaluate the surface roughness of tooth-colored restorative materials after different finishing/polishing protocols, including a liquid polisher (BisCover, BISCO, Schaumburg, IL, USA). The restorative materials tested included two nanofilled resin composites (Filtek Supreme, 3M Dental Products, St Paul, MN, USA and Grandio, Voco, Cuxhaven, Germany), one resin-modified glass ionomer cement (Vitremer, 3M Dental Products) and one conventional glass ionomer cement (Meron Molar ART, Voco). The finishing/polishing methods were divided into five groups: G1 (compression with Mylar matrix), G2 (finishing with diamond burs), G3 (Sof-Lex, 3M Dental Products), G4 (BisCover, BISCO, after diamond burs) and G5 (BisCover after Sof-Lex). Five cylindrical specimens of each material were prepared for each group according to the manufacturer's instructions. The finishing/polishing methods were performed by a single operator in one direction to avoid variations at low speed (15,000 RPM). The surface roughness was evaluated using a 3-D scanning instrument with two parameters considered (Ra and Rz). The data was analyzed using one-way ANOVA followed by a multiple comparison Tukey's test. The results showed that BisCover (BISCO) was capable of reducing surface roughness and provided polished surfaces for all materials, enhancing smoothness over already polished surfaces (Sof-Lex, 3M Dental Products) and achieving polishing after finishing with diamond burs.

Influence of C-factor and light-curing mode on gap formation in resin composite restorations.

To investigate the influence of the C-factor (Cf) and light-curing mode (LCM) on gap formation in resin composite (RC) restorations. Cylindrical Class I cavities with a 5.0 mm diameter andthree different depths (1.0, 2.0 and 3.0 mm) were prepared in the occlusal surfaces of 60 human molars and restored with P60 (P) and Supreme (Su). RCs were light-cured in accordance with two modes: Standard (S)--850mW/cm2/20 seconds and Ramp (R)-100 up to 1000mW/cm2/10 seconds +1000mW/cm2/10 seconds. After storage in distilled water, the restorations were cut into three slices and the gap widths were analyzed in a 3D-scanning system. The data were analyzed by ANOVA and Student-Newman-Keul's test (alpha = 0.05). ANOVA detected significant influence for the RC, Cf and LCM independent factors and for the double interactions RC vs Cf and LCM vs Cf. Smaller gap formation was found for cavities restored with Su. R was responsible for the smaller gap formation. The highest gap formation was found for cavities with Cf = 3.4, followed by Cf = 2.6 and 1.8 without statistical differences between them. These findings suggest that Cf played an essential role in gap formation. R LCM may allow RC relaxation during polymerization reaction. Finally, nanocomposites (Su) may lead to less gap formation at the resin-dentin interface.

Analysis of gap formation at tooth-composite resin interface: effect of C-factor and light-curing protocol

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of C-factor and light-curing protocol on gap formation in composite resin restorations. Material and METHODS: Cylindrical cavities with 5.0 mm diameter and three different depths (A=1.0, B=2.0 and C=3.0 mm) were prepared on the occlusal surface of 30 human molars and restored in a single increment with P 60. The composite resin was light-cured according to two protocols: standard - 850 mW/cm² / 20 s and gradual - 100 up to 1000 mW/cm² / 10 s + 1000 mW/cm² / 10 s. After storage in distilled water (37°C/7 days), the restorations were cut into three slices in a buccolingual direction and the gap widths were analyzed using a 3D-scanning system. The data were submitted to ANOVA and Student-Newman-Keuls test (alpha=0.05). RESULTS: ANOVA detected a significant influence for the C-factor and light-curing protocol as independent factors, and for the double interaction C-factor vs. light-curing protocol. Cavities with higher C-factor presented the highest gap formation. The gradual light-curing protocol led to smaller gap formation at cavity interfaces. CONCLUSIONS: The findings of this study suggest that the C-factor played an essential role in gap formation. The gradual light-curing protocol may allow relaxation of composite resin restoration during polymerization reaction.

Analysis of gap formation at tooth-composite resin interface: effect of C-factor and light-curing protocol.

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of C-factor and light-curing protocol on gap formation in composite resin restorations. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Cylindrical cavities with 5.0 mm diameter and three different depths (A=1.0, B=2.0 and C=3.0 mm) were prepared on the occlusal surface of 30 human molars and restored in a single increment with P 60. The composite resin was light-cured according to two protocols: standard - 850 mW/cm(2) / 20 s and gradual - 100 up to 1000 mW/cm(2) / 10 s + 1000 mW/cm(2) / 10 s. After storage in distilled water (37 degrees C/7 days), the restorations were cut into three slices in a buccolingual direction and the gap widths were analyzed using a 3D-scanning system. The data were submitted to ANOVA and Student-Newman-Keuls test (alpha=0.05). RESULTS: ANOVA detected a significant influence for the C-factor and light-curing protocol as independent factors, and for the double interaction C-factor vs. light-curing protocol. Cavities with higher C-factor presented the highest gap formation. The gradual light-curing protocol led to smaller gap formation at cavity interfaces. CONCLUSIONS: The findings of this study suggest that the C-factor played an essential role in gap formation. The gradual light-curing protocol may allow relaxation of composite resin restoration during polymerization reaction.