In Vitro Evaluation of Cell Compatibility of Dental Cements Used with Titanium Implant Components.

PURPOSE: To evaluate the biocompatibility of five dental cement compositions after directly exposing human gingival fibroblast (HGF) and MC3T3-E1 preosteoblast cells to cement alone and cement applied on commercially pure titanium (cpTi) specimens. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Nanostructurally integrated bioceramic (NIB), resin (R), resin-modified glass ionomer (RMGIC), zinc oxide eugenol (ZOE), and zinc phosphate (ZP) compositions were prepared according to the respective manufacturer's instructions. Samples were prepared in cylindrical Teflon molds or applied over the entire surface of polished cpTi discs. All samples were cured for 0.5, 1, 12, or 24 hours post-mixing. Direct contact testing was conducted according to ISO 10993 by seeding 6-well plates at 350,000 cells/well. Plates were incubated at 37°C in a humidified atmosphere with 5% CO2 for 24 hours before individually plating samples and cpTi control discs. Plates were then incubated for an additional 24 hours. Microtetrazolium (MTT) cell viability assays were used to measure sample cytotoxicity. RESULTS: For samples that cured for 24 hours prior to direct contact exposure, only NIB and ZP cements when cemented on cpTi demonstrated cell viability percentages above the minimum biocompatibility requirement (≥70%) for both the investigative cell lines. R, RMGIC, and ZOE cements exhibited moderate to severe cytotoxic effects on both cell lines in direct contact and when cemented on cpTi specimens. For HGF cells, ZOE cemented-cpTi specimens exhibited significantly decreased cytotoxicity, whereas RMGIC cemented-cpTi specimens exhibited significantly increased cytotoxicity. CONCLUSIONS: Despite previous studies that showed enhanced cpTi corrosion activity for fluoride-containing compositions (NIB and ZP), there was no significant difference in cytotoxicity between cement alone and cemented-cpTi. In general, the MC3T3-E1 preosteoblast cells were more sensitive than HGF cells to cement composition. Ultimately, cement composition played a significant role in maintaining host cell compatibility. Results of this work help illustrate the impact of different cement formulations on host cell health and emphasize the need for understanding material properties when selecting certain formulations of dental cements, which can ultimately influence the survival of dental implant systems.

Influência do agente cimentante e desajuste interno na adaptação marginal de coroas em resina nanocerâmica / Influence of the cement agent and internal mismatch in the marginal adaptation of nanoceramic resins crowns

A adaptação marginal é um dos requisitos fundamentais para a longevidade e o sucesso das restaurações. O objetivo desse estudo foi avaliar a influência do desajuste interno associado à diferentes agentes cimentantes na desadaptação marginal de coroas em resina nanocerâmica (Lava Ultimate 3M ESPE) confeccionadas pelo sistema CAD-CAM. A partir do escaneamento de um preparo de coroa total em um pré-molar, foram obtidos 36 modelos em metal. Esses foram divididos em seis grupos de acordo com o desajuste interno (70 µm ou 100 µm) e o cimento (Fosfato de zinco- SS White, Cimento de ionômero de vidro- Ketac Cem 3M/ESPE e Cimento resinoso- Relyx Ultimate 3M/ESPE). Após escaneamento de todos os modelos as coroas foram confeccionadas a partir da fresagem de blocos de resina nanocerâmica (Lava Ultimate 3M/ESPE). Com auxílio de microscópio óptico comparador (40X) foram medidas as desadaptações marginais prévia e posteriormente à cimentação, sendo considerados 8 pontos ao longo do término em todas as faces do corpo de prova. Os valores obtidos após serem submetidos aos testes two-way anova e teste t, demonstraram que as coroas confeccionadas com desajuste interno de 70 µm apresentam desadaptação marginal inferior estatisticamente significante às coroas com desajuste interno de 100 µm. Para o desajuste interno de 70 µm o grupo do cimento fosfato de zinco apresentou o menor gap marginal, sendo que este valor não foi estatisticamente diferente em relação ao grupo do Ketac Cem. Ainda com esse desajuste, o grupo do Ketac Cem não apresentou diferença estatística significante em relação ao grupo do Relyx Ultimate, no entanto esse último promoveu "gap" marginal estatisticamente maior em relação ao grupo do cimento fosfato de zinco. Para o desajuste interno de 100 µm não houve diferença estatisticamente significante no "gap" marginal entre os três cimentos avaliados. O presente estudo demonstrou através da metodologia utilizada, que a menor desadaptação marginal observada nas restaurações de Lava Ultimate, foi proveniente do desajuste interno de 70 µm. Neste grupo os cimentos de fosfato de zinco e de ionômero de vidro demonstraram melhor comportamento comparado ao cimento resinoso, embora o cimento de ionômero de vidro numericamente, mas não estatisticamente tenha apresentado resultado inferior ao do fosfato de zinco

The marginal adaptation is one of the basic requirements for the longevity and success of restorations. The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of the internal imbalances associated with different luting agents on marginal leakage of crowns Nanoceramic resin ( Lava Ultimate 3M ESPE) made by CAD-CAM system. From the scanning of a full crown preparation in a pre molar were obtained 36 metal models. These were divided into six groups according to the internal imbalances ( 70 or 100 micrometres) and cement (SS White Zinc phosphate, glass ionomer cemet Ketac Cem 3M/ Espe and resinous cement Relyx Ultimate 3M / Espe). After scanning all models crowns were made from milling Nanoceramic resin blocks (Lava Ultimate 3M / Espe). With the aid of optical comparator microscope (40X) were measured prior marginal mismatches and after the cementation, being considered 8 points along the end in all specimen faces. The values were submitted to ANOVA two-way test and t test. Results showded that crowns made with internal imbalances of 70 uM show statistically significant lower marginal leakage to the crows with internal imbalances of 100 micrometres. For the internal imbalances 70 uM zinc phosphate cement group showed the lowest "gap" marginal, and this figure does not show a statistically significant difference compared to Ketac Cem gropu. Even with this misfit, Ketac Cem group showed no statistically significant difference in relation to Relyx Ultimate group, though the latter showed a statistically significant difference compared to zinc phosphate cement group. For the internal imbalances of 100 micrometres there was no statistically significant difference in the "gap" marginal among the three cements. This study demostrated through the methodology used, the lower marginal leakage oberved in Lava Ultimate restorations, was from the inner misfit 70 micrometers...

Retentive strength of implant-supported base metal copings over short metal abutments using different luting agents and surface treatments.

PURPOSE: To evaluate the effect of surface treatments on retention of implant-supported restorations over short abutments. MATERIALS AND METHODS: One hundred twenty metal copings were made on Straumann solid abutments (3 mm length). The copings were divided into 2 groups: control and air abraded (50 µm Al2O3). The copings were luted using Fleck's, Poly F, Panavia F, and Fuji Plus. In resin cements groups, 2 subgroups were studied base on the application of Alloy Primer (n = 10). After conditioning in saliva and 5000 thermal cycles, retentive strengths of specimens were measured. Data were analyzed by 1-way ANOVA and Tukey honestly significant difference tests (α = 0.05). RESULTS: Panavia F 2.0 combined with Alloy Primer showed the most retentive values. In control and air abraded groups, there was no significant difference between the studied luting agents. Alloy Primer significantly increased the retention of copings luted with Panavia F 2.0. CONCLUSION: Within the limitations of this study, the retentive strength of metal copings over short implant abutments was not improved by airborne-particle abrasion. However, Alloy primer enhanced the retention of metal copings that were luted using Panavia F 2.0.

Retentiveness of metal coping luted to teeth of uremic patients undergoing hemodialysis using five different luting cements.

OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to assess the retention of metal copings luted to uremic teeth with five different luting agents. METHODS: A total of 35 sound natural molars was collected from uremic patients and randomly assigned into five groups (n=7). The teeth were prepared for metal copings using diamond tips and water coolant. Metal copings with a loop on the occlusal surface were fabricated using base metal alloy (Rexillium III). The copings were luted using Fuji I, glass ionomer (GI); Fuji Plus, resin-modified glass ionomer (RMGI); Panavia F 2.0, resin cement; Rely X Unicem, self-adhesive cement (SA); and Adhesor, zinc phosphate cement (ZPh). All specimens were incubated at 37°C for 24 hours, conditioned in artificial saliva for 7 days, and then thermocycled for 5000 cycles (5°C-55°C). The dislodging force was measured using a universal testing machine at a crosshead speed of 2 mm/min. The mode of failure of the loaded adhesive copings was evaluated. Statistical analyses were performed using one-way analysis of variance and Tukey post hoc test. RESULTS: GI and SA cements had the highest and the lowest mean retentive strength, respectively (580.90±17.3, 406.6±12.7). There was no significant difference between ZPh, SA, and resin cements. These cements were inferior to GI and RMGI cements (p<0.05), which showed statistically similar retentive strengths. CONCLUSIONS: The results of this study support the use of glass ionomer and resin-modified glass ionomer cements for luting of metal copings to uremic teeth with retentive preparations.

Coronal microleakage of 3 temporary filling materials used for endodontic treatment: an in vitro study.

Most root canal treatments are performed over multiple appointments. The temporary sealing material used between sessions must have sealing properties capable of preventing microleakage. This study assessed the degree of microleakage of temporary sealing materials according to time spent blocking the access cavity. Endodontic treatments with a standardized protocol were performed on 63 healthy, single-rooted, caries-free human teeth. The teeth were divided randomly into 5 groups. Groups 1-3 were each treated with 1 of 3 sealing materials, while Group 4 and 5 served as positive and negative controls, respectively. Data was obtained and analyzed with nonparametric tests (Kruskal-Wallis and Chi-square). Results indicated statistically significant differences between materials and the degree of microleakage (P = 0.000). All 3 sealing materials allowed microleakage within 48 hours, with glass ionomer cement demonstrating the most microleakage.

Estudo dos contatos oclusais em balanceio quanto a frequência, intensidade e método de avaliação em indivíduos jovens / Study of occlusal contacts in swing as the frequency, intensity and method of assessment in young individuals

Um fator importante no estudo da oclusão refere-se à correta detecção da presença de contatos oclusais no lado de balanceio, sua intensidade e localização. No entanto, a maioria dos estudos que se propuseram a detectar a presença de contatos em balanceio, o fizeram utilizando papel carbono em movimentos conduzidos de máxima intercuspidação até topo-a-topo. O objetivo deste estudo foi estudar a frequência de contatos oclusais detectados no lado de balanceio em 42 indivíduos jovens, com idade média de 26 anos comparando dois métodos: 1- durante o ato mastigatório, utilizando como material de registro uma mistura de verniz cavitário e pó de fosfato de zinco; 2- durante movimentos conduzidos, utilizando como material de registro papel carbono. A frequência de contatos oclusais no lado de balanceio durante o ato mastigatório e utilização de verniz, foi de 100%, sendo que 97 % dos pacientes possuíam contatos bilaterais e 3 % apresentaram apenas contatos unilaterais. A frequência de contatos oclusais no lado de balanceio para os mesmos indivíduos, porém, com a utilização de papel carbono e movimentos conduzidos foi de 76%, sendo que 64% dos pacientes possuíam contatos bilaterais, 12% apresentavam apenas contatos unilaterais e 24% dos pacientes não possuíam contatos. Com relação aos métodos empregados, a mistura de verniz cavitário e pó do fosfato de zinco mostrou um número maior estatisticamente significante de marcações comparado ao papel carbono. De acordo com a metodologia empregada, concluiu-se que o verniz se mostrou mais sensível e eficaz por detectar uma quantidade maior de contatos oclusais comparado ao papel carbono.

An important factor in the study of occlusion refers to the correct detection of the occlusal contacts in the balancing side, intensity and location. However, most studies that proposed itself on detect the presence of balancing contacts used carbon paper led movements in maximal intercuspal to topo a topo. The objective of this study was to evaluate the frequency of occlusal contacts in the balancing side in 42 young people, with a mean age of 26 years through two methods: 1 - during the masticatory act, using as registration material a mixture of cavity varnish and dust zinc phosphate, 2 - during movements performed, using as registration material carbon. And assess if the methods show similar results. The frequency of occlusal contacts on the balancing side during the masticatory act and using of varnish, was 100% and 97% of patients had bilateral contacts and 3% had presented only unilateral contacts. The frequency of occlusal contacts on the balancing side for the same individuals, however, by analyzing method with carbon and led movements was 76% and 64% of patients had bilateral contacts, 12% had only unilateral and 24 contacts % of patients had no relation to contacts. Regarding the method study, it presented statistical differences between the methods, regardless of the side studied. All differences point to a greater number of contacts on the coating method, indicating that in general this method detects more markings than the carbon method. According to the methodology, it concluded that the method was more sensitive varnish that carbon method for being able to detect more numbers occlusal contacts than carbon.

Finite element analysis of the effects of three preparation techniques on stresses within roots having curved canals.

AIM: To compare stress distribution within roots having curved canals prepared by three preparation techniques when subjected to occlusal loads and condensation loads as a consequence of different filling techniques. METHODOLOGY: Three preparation techniques (crown-down, step-back and reverse-flaring) were compared by finite element analysis (FEA). Based on an established FEA model within curved canal, three modified models prepared by different preparation techniques were established by replacing original canal with prepared ones. FEA was performed to investigate the stress distribution under occlusal forces, which were simulated by loads of 500 N in four directions (buccal, lingual, mesial and distal), at 0 (vertical), 30, 45 and 60 degrees to the longitudinal axis of the tooth. In addition, vertical and lateral condensation processes at the curvature were simulated to determine the influence of different canal filling techniques on stress distribution. RESULTS: When the occlusal and the filling loads were applied, stress distribution around the curvature and the orifice had little change on the three modified prepared models. The reverse-flaring technique resulted in the least stress with the lateral condensation process. In the case of vertical condensation, the maximum von Mises stress (46.205 MPa) occurred near the loading site. The model also revealed a tendency for stress concentration (30.635 MPa) just below the compacting level. CONCLUSIONS: The study confirms that appropriate canal preparation techniques in simulated curved canals have little influence on stress distribution around the curvature or the orifice. However, vertical compaction induced high stress in the region just below the loading site.

Effect of two axial wall height preparations on the retentive properties of full crowns using three different cements.

This study evaluated how different tooth preparation heights and luting cements affected the retention of metallic full crowns. Tooth preparations were made on 60 extracted maxillary premolars with occluso-cervical heights of 4.0 or 5.0 mm. The nickel chromium (NiCr) metallic crowns in each group were subdivided randomly into three groups (n = 10); the samples in each group were cemented with either a self-adhesive resin cement, a conventional resin cement, or a zinc phosphate cement. Cementation was performed by applying 5.0 kg pressure in 50% relative humidity. Specimens were stored in 100% humidity at 37 degrees C for seven days, at which time they were subjected to a vertical tensile test with a universal testing machine at 0.5 mm/min. Data (Kgf) were analyzed by two-way ANOVA and Tukey's multiple comparisons tests (alpha = 0.01). There was a significant difference in mean force in the height preparations (P < 0.001) and in tensile strength (P < 0.001) among the resin cements. Regardless of the cement used, 5.0 mm high preparations showed significantly higher mean forces than the 4.0 mm high preparations. The self-adhesive resin cement showed significantly higher mean tensile strength than the conventional resin cement; the zinc phosphate cement displayed the lowest retention values. The self-adhesive resin cement displayed retention rates twice that of the zinc phosphate cement.

Retention and leakage of implant-supported restorations luted with provisional cement: a pilot study.

Few data exist regarding cement failure load and marginal leakage of castings cemented to implant-supported abutments subjected to load and thermal cycling, especially with newer cements. This study evaluated the cement failure load and marginal leakage of castings cemented to Steri-Oss abutment/analog assemblies with one of seven luting protocols (n = 5). Protocols consisted of a zinc phosphate control, zinc phosphate with petroleum jelly, TempBond, TempBond NE, ImProv, ImProv with petroleum jelly and Provilink. Cemented castings were subjected to cyclic axial compression of 75 N for 100,000 cycles, 1000 thermal cycles (5-55 degrees C), and immersed 24 h in 0.5% basic fuchsin. The castings were then loaded in tension until cement failure. Cement failure load was analysed using anova and Fischer's PLSD (alpha = 0.05). Marginal leakage on the intaglio of the casting was scored with the unaided eye on a scale of 0-2, and analysed with Duncan's multiple range (alpha = 0.05). Similar groups are noted by superscript. Cement failure load (from lowest to highest): ImProv with petroleum jelly(a), TempBond(a), ImProv(a), Tempbond NE(a), Provilink(a), zinc phosphate with petroleum jelly(b), zinc phosphate(c) (P < 0.0001). Marginal leakage scores (from lowest to highest): ImProv(a), Provilink(a), ImProv with petroleum jelly(a), zinc phosphate(ab), zinc phosphate with petroleum jelly(ab), TempBond(bc), and TempBond NE(c) (P = 0.01). Addition of petroleum jelly to zinc phosphate lowered cement failure load without affecting marginal leakage. ImProv and Provilink demonstrated relatively low cement failure load, as well as lowest marginal leakage.

Confocal laser scanning microscopic observations of secondary caries inhibition around different types of luting cements.

PURPOSE: To analyze in vitro artificial secondary caries inhibition around conventional luting cements and resin cements using a confocal laser-scanning microscope (CLSM). METHODS: Box shape cavities (approximately 3 mm long, 4 mm wide, and 1.5 mm deep) were prepared in bovine root dentin. One of five cements: Elite Cement 100 (EL) zinc phosphate cement, HY-Bond Carbo Cement (CA) polycarboxylate cement, Fuji I (FI) glass-ionomer cement, Fuji Luting (FL) GIC-based resin cement and Panavia F (PA) fluoride-releasing resin cement, was placed in the cavity. After polishing, the center of the cement surface was covered with an adhesive to preserve the original cement solubility. The specimens were stored in distilled water at 37 degrees C for 1 week, and stored in an artificial demineralizing solution for 3.5 days. Following this, each specimen was sectioned into two halves, trimmed, and polished. Thickness of inhibition zone, depth of outer lesion and cement solubility around each cement were determined by a CLSM. RESULTS: Inhibition zones were not seen in EL and CA, while they were found in FI, FL and PA. The depths of the outer lesions of CA and FI were significantly lower than those of EL, FL and PA (P< 0.05). The highest and the second-highest cement solubility were obtained in EL and CA, respectively. FI and FL indicated significantly lower cement solubility than EL and CA. PA tended to show the lowest cement solubility.

Barodontalgia: a review, and the influence of simulated diving on microleakage and on the retention of full cast crowns.

This paper reviews the causes of barodontalgia and reports on a study that indicates a possible cause of barodontalgia in the diver. In the study, extracted teeth had full cast crowns cemented with either a zinc phosphate, a glass ionomer, or a resin cement, and simulated diving to 30 m (3.0 atmospheres) was performed. During simulated diving, the teeth were pressure cycled 15 times to 3 atmospheres and microleakage was monitored. The force required to dislodge the crown was then tested; a significant difference was found between the zinc phosphate and the glass ionomer cement groups (p < 0.01). No difference was found between the resin cement groups. Microleakage was also detected in the zinc phosphate and glass ionomer cement groups and was found to occur sooner, and to a greater extent with zinc phosphate. No microleakage was detected in the resin cement experimental group. This study showed that the retention of full cast crowns to extracted teeth is reduced after pressure cycling and that microleakage does occur if the crowns are cemented with either zinc phosphate cement or glass ionomer cement.

In vitro enamel demineralization and the marginal gap of simulated cast restorations with three different cements.

PURPOSE: This study investigated 1) the relationship between marginal gap sizes and enamel demineralization, and 2) the influence of three cements on this enamel demineralization. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Horizontal sections of 60 noncarious, freshly extracted human third molars were randomly assigned to one of four groups. Simulated cast restorations were attached to the specimens with 1) zinc phosphate cement, 2) glass ionomer cement, 3) composite resin cement, or 4) no cement (control). The tooth/restoration gaps were controlled at 51, 102, and 204 microns. The specimens were incubated for 16 weeks in buffered lactic acid gelatin to induce demineralization. Photomicrographs were obtained from sections of each sample using a polarized light microscope. Three evaluators measured wall and primary enamel lesion depths allowing for the determination of a demineralization ratio (DR). Data were analyzed by repeated-measures ANOVA (alpha = 0.05). RESULTS: The between-evaluator effects were not significant. All evaluators agreed that DR was significantly related to cement (p = .0001) but not to marginal gap size. The resin cement had the smallest DR (0.7 +/- 0.3), and the control group had the greatest (4.4 +/- 2.0). CONCLUSIONS: The presence of any one of the three investigated cements resulted in decreased demineralization. The amount of demineralization was unaffected by marginal gap size.

Germicide effect of several glass ionomer cements

Una de las características más importantes de los cementos de ionómero vítreo es la posibilidad de liberación de fluoruros. Este estudio fue llevado a cabo para tratar de establecer las relaciones entre esta cualidad y el efecto que ejercía sobre el desarrollo de los microorganismos que se encuentran en las lesiones cariosas. Cajas de petri que contenían agar BHI se inocularon con cepas de Actinomyces naeslundii, Actinomyces israelii y Actinomyces odontolyticus. Se realizaron cavidades en el agar que se llenaron con mezclas de diversos ionómeros vítreos. Algunos de ellos eran de resina polimerizable. Se utilizó cemento de fosfato de zinc y cemento de óxido de zinc eugenol como testigos. Después de 7 días de incubación a 37 grados C en condiciones de anaerobiosis, se midieron los halos de inhibición alrededor de las muestras, en una forma silimar a la que se hace para antibiogramas. El análisis estadístico de los resultados demostró que no había diferencias significativas entre las cepas de Actinomyces, pero era significativa entre los cementos. Aunque no se pueden extraer conclusiones definitivas, es válido tener en consideración el efecto de los cementos de ionómero vítreo sobre los Actinomyces. Se continuarán los estudios para clarificar la significación clínica de este hallazgo (AU)

Germicide effect of several glass ionomer cements

Una de las características más importantes de los cementos de ionómero vítreo es la posibilidad de liberación de fluoruros. Este estudio fue llevado a cabo para tratar de establecer las relaciones entre esta cualidad y el efecto que ejercía sobre el desarrollo de los microorganismos que se encuentran en las lesiones cariosas. Cajas de petri que contenían agar BHI se inocularon con cepas de Actinomyces naeslundii, Actinomyces israelii y Actinomyces odontolyticus. Se realizaron cavidades en el agar que se llenaron con mezclas de diversos ionómeros vítreos. Algunos de ellos eran de resina polimerizable. Se utilizó cemento de fosfato de zinc y cemento de óxido de zinc eugenol como testigos. Después de 7 días de incubación a 37 grados C en condiciones de anaerobiosis, se midieron los halos de inhibición alrededor de las muestras, en una forma silimar a la que se hace para antibiogramas. El análisis estadístico de los resultados demostró que no había diferencias significativas entre las cepas de Actinomyces, pero era significativa entre los cementos. Aunque no se pueden extraer conclusiones definitivas, es válido tener en consideración el efecto de los cementos de ionómero vítreo sobre los Actinomyces. Se continuarán los estudios para clarificar la significación clínica de este hallazgo

Retençäo de coroas metálicas cimentadas sobre núcleos metálicos / Retention of cast full crowns luted on metalic abutments

A pesquisa teve a finalidade de investigar a retentividade de coroas de níquel-cromo cimentadas sobre núcleos fundidos de liga de cobre-alumínio. Os cimentos empregados foram de fosfato de zinco, de ionômero de vidro e de resina. Outra variável foi o tipo de armazenagem: imersäo por um dia, a 37ºC em soluçäo fisiológica, sem ciclagem térmica; imersäo por 8 semanas, nas mesmas condiçöes vistas, mas com ciclagem térmica intercalada (100 ciclos por semana a 5 e 60ºC, por um minuto em cada banho, perfazendo 800 ciclos). Os resultados permitiram concluir que: o cimento de fosfato de zinco apresentou a maior retentividade; a imersäo prolongada aumentou a retentividade do cimento de fosfato de zinco, näo alterou a da resina e diminuiu a do ionômero de vidro

[The results of using Unifas cement for denture fixation]. / Rezul'taty primeneniia tsementa "Unifas" dlia fiksatsii zubnykh protezov.

Unifas cement was used for fixation of cermet dentures in 104 patients. Clinical follow-up of 3 months to 3 years duration demonstrated sufficiently high adhesive characteristics, resistance to oral fluid and mechanic loading effects of this cement, which is recommended for wide clinical practice.

Influência da textura da linha de terminaçäo biselada em esmalte com instrumentos de corte rotatórios e näo-rotatórios no assentamento das coroas totais / Influence of the roughness of the finish line beveled on enamel with rotary and non-rotary instrumentations on the seating of dental crowns

O autor pesquisa o desajuste das coroas totais observado nas suas regiöes terminais e internas, em funçäo da rugosidade da linha de terminaçäo biselada em esmalte com pontas diamantadas e com espátulas EVA, e do uso do cimento de fosfato de zinco. Os resultados permitem concluir que: a ponta diamantada cria superfícies rugosas e lascadas na linha de terminaçäo dos preparos e proporciona maiores desajustes para as coroas, ocorrendo o contrário com as espátulas EVA; o cimento de fosfato de zinco causa o desajuste das coroas; a linha de terminaçäo lisa (espátulas EVA) proporciona biséis metálicos com superfícies internas mais lisas do que a linha de terminaçäo rugosa (ponta diamantada); a rugosidade da linha de terminaçäo executada com a ponta diamantada aparece na área metálica correspondente da coroa; a lisura da linha de terminaçäo do preparo executado com as espátulas EVA näo é reproduzida nas coroas, evidenciando maior rugosidade; as coroas com linha de terminaçäo lisa apresentam assentamento igual nas regiöes cervicais e oclusal; as espátulas EVA mostram-se eficientes para o refinamento da linha de terminaçäo dos preparos cavitários, tornando-a plana e lisa