Como as características dos LEDs de segunda e terceira geração podem influenciar a dureza de compósitos restauradores: uma revisão da literatura / How the second and third LED generation features can influence the hardness of restorative composites: a review of the literature.

Objetivo: Várias fontes de luz têm sido utilizadas desde que os materiais fotoativados foram introduzidos na odontologia. Diodos emissores de luz (LEDs) se popularizaram como a principal opção para a polimerização dos materiais restauradores. O objetivo nessa revisão da literatura foi avaliar a influência das fontes de luz emitidas por diodo (LEDs) de segunda e terceira geração sobre a dureza de compósitos restauradores. Revisão de literatura: Nas bases de dados PubMed e Google Scholar foram pré-selecionados 239 artigos na língua inglesa entre os anos de 2010 e 2020, utilizando os termos: lightcuring, LED light sources, and dental LEDs. Dos 239 artigos inicialmente selecionados, 37 artigos foram avaliados devido aos critérios de inclusão/exclusão no estudo. Considerações finais: Vários estudos apontaram diferenças importantes na dureza dos compósitos restauradores testados, tanto na superfície de topo quanto na base. No entanto, essas diferenças estavam mais associadas a características como: estado de conservação do LED, irradiância, tempo de ativação, espectro de emissão dos aparelhos e sua compatibilidade ao fotoiniciador presente no compósito. Assim, podemos considerar que o monitoramento das condições do aparelho, e a escolha correta da fonte de luz de acordo com o compósito a ser utilizado são essenciais para maximizar a dureza dos compósitos restauradores, pois embora os aparelhos de terceira geração sejam preferencialmente indicados para compósitos com fotoiniciadores alternativos, os aparelhos que emitem luz azul apresentam vantagens quando o compósito é ativado apenas pela Canforoquinona.(AU)

Objective: Several light sources have been used since the light-curing materials were introduced in dentistry. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) have become popular as the main option for the polymerization of restorative materials. This literature review aimed to evaluate the influence of second and third generation Light-emitting Diode (LEDs) sources on the hardness of restorative composites. Literature Review: In the PubMed and Google Scholar databases, 239 scientific papers in English were pre-selected between 2010 and 2020 using light-curing, LED light sources, and dental LEDs. After reading, 37 articles were selected to compose the review. Several studies have pointed out significant differences in the hardness of the tested restorative composites, both on the top and base surfaces. However, these differences were more associated with characteristics such as: LED conservation conditions, irradiance, curing time, the emission spectrum of the devices and their compatibility with the photoinitiator used in the composite. Final Considerations: Thus, it can be considered that monitoring the condition of the device and the correct choice of light sources according to the composite to be used is essential to maximize the hardness of the restorative composites, because although third-generation devices are preferably indicated for composites with alternative photoinitiators, devices that emit blue light have advantages when the composite is activated only by Camphorquinone.(AU)

Light curing resin cements containing iodonium salts promote suitable apical bonding of posts to radicular dentin.

The aim of this study was to analyze the efficiency of experimental light-curing resin cements (ERCs) with a ternary photo-initiator system containing diphenyliodonium hexafluorphosphate (DPI) and different amines on retention of glass-fiber posts to dentin (GFP). ERCs formulations: a 1:1 mass ratio of 2,2-bis[4-(2-hydroxy-3-methacryloxypropoxy)phenylpropane and triethyleneglycol dimethacrylate. Camphorquinone was used as initiator. Six experimental groups were established according to the amine used: [ethyl-4-(dimethylamino)benzoate-EDMAB or 2-(dimethylamino)ethyl methacrylate-DMAEMA] and the concentration of DPI (0, 0.5 mol%, 1 mol%). The resin cements Variolink II (dual- and light-cured versions) were used as commercial reference. Eighty recently extracted bovine incisors (n = 10) were selected for this study. The roots were prepared and the fiber posts were cemented with the resin cement specified for each experimental group. Specimens from coronal, middle, and apical thirds of the root were subjected to push-out bond strength test 24 hours after bonding. Data were subjected to split-plot ANOVA and the Tukey test (p = 0.05). ERCs containing DPI showed statistically significant higher bond strengths compared with ERCs without DPI. ERCs containing DPI were statistically similar to VARIOLINK II - dual-cured and superior to VARIOLINK II - light-cured (except for EDMAB - 1DPI in the medium third and DMAEMA - 1DPI in the coronal third). Different amines did not influence post retention. The apical root region showed the lowest bond strength for the groups EDAB-0DPI, DMAEMA-0DPI and VARIOLINK II light-cured. Light-cured ERCs containing DPI were efficient for GFP retention to radicular dentin, with similar behaviour to that of dual-curing commercial resin cement.

Light curing resin cements containing iodonium salts promote suitable apical bonding of posts to radicular dentin

Abstract The aim of this study was to analyze the efficiency of experimental light-curing resin cements (ERCs) with a ternary photo-initiator system containing diphenyliodonium hexafluorphosphate (DPI) and different amines on retention of glass-fiber posts to dentin (GFP). ERCs formulations: a 1:1 mass ratio of 2,2-bis[4-(2-hydroxy-3-methacryloxypropoxy)phenylpropane and triethyleneglycol dimethacrylate. Camphorquinone was used as initiator. Six experimental groups were established according to the amine used: [ethyl-4-(dimethylamino)benzoate-EDMAB or 2-(dimethylamino)ethyl methacrylate-DMAEMA] and the concentration of DPI (0, 0.5 mol%, 1 mol%). The resin cements Variolink II (dual- and light-cured versions) were used as commercial reference. Eighty recently extracted bovine incisors (n = 10) were selected for this study. The roots were prepared and the fiber posts were cemented with the resin cement specified for each experimental group. Specimens from coronal, middle, and apical thirds of the root were subjected to push-out bond strength test 24 hours after bonding. Data were subjected to split-plot ANOVA and the Tukey test (p = 0.05). ERCs containing DPI showed statistically significant higher bond strengths compared with ERCs without DPI. ERCs containing DPI were statistically similar to VARIOLINK II - dual-cured and superior to VARIOLINK II - light-cured (except for EDMAB - 1DPI in the medium third and DMAEMA - 1DPI in the coronal third). Different amines did not influence post retention. The apical root region showed the lowest bond strength for the groups EDAB-0DPI, DMAEMA-0DPI and VARIOLINK II light-cured. Light-cured ERCs containing DPI were efficient for GFP retention to radicular dentin, with similar behaviour to that of dual-curing commercial resin cement.

Reabilitação estética anterior com coroas totais metal-free utilizando-se cerâmica reforçada por dissilicato de lítio / Esthetic anterior rehabilitation with metal-free crowns: lithium dissilicate ceramics

O desgaste dos dentes anteriores pode acarretar desarranjos funcionais, assim como desarmonia estética. Devido a suas ótimas propriedades ópticas e biomecânicas, as cerâmicas dentais têm sido cada vez mais utilizadas na resolução de problemas relacionados à estética do sorriso. As cerâmicas reforçadas por dissilicato de lítio são opções viáveis para esse tipo de reabilitação. Nesse sentido, todos os passos para realização da restauração indireta cerâmica são críticos e de extrema importância. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar, por meio do relato de um caso clínico, a confecção de restaurações de dentes ântero-superiores com severo desgaste, com coroas totais em cerâmica reforçada por dissilicato de lítio. Para a realização de casos com previsibilidade e sucesso, as diferentes etapas de confecção são detalhadas e minuciosamente discutidas, e demonstram-se os pontos chave desse procedimento...

Wear of anterior teeth can cause functional disorders, and esthetic disharmony. Due to their excellent optical and biomechanical properties, dental ceramics are increasingly used to solve esthetic problems. Reinforced ceramics, e.g. those composed by lithium disilicate, are feasible options for this type of rehabilitation. Therefore, every step involving the fabrication of indirect ceramic restorations is critical. This article presented a case report of the restoration of maxillary anterior teeth with severe wear, using full crowns fabricated with lithium disilicate reinforced ceramics. The steps are described in detail and thoroughly discussed, demonstrating key concepts to achieve predictable, successful results...

Evaluation of dentin hardness and bond strength at different walls of class II preparations.

PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the Knoop hardness number (KHN) of dentin and the microtensile bond strength (microTBS) at different walls of MOD preparations, and the correlation between microTBS and the KHN of dentin. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Human molars with MOD preparations were allocated into 3 groups according to the preparation wall (axial, gingival, pulpal). Each tooth was sectioned into halves, resulting in two similar preparation walls: one was used for measuring the KHN of dentin and the other for microTBS testing. Flat surfaces of the respective walls were obtained by cutting away adjacent walls. For the KHN measurement, twelve indentations were performed along the preparation wall (50 g/15 s). For microTBS testing, specimens were distributed into 3 groups according to the adhesive system (Adper Single Bond Plus/SB, Clearfil SE Bond/SE, Adper Prompt/AP). Composite blocks were built over surfaces; specimens were sectioned (3 slabs/wall) and trimmed to an hourglass shape (1 mm(2)). RESULTS: The KHN of dentin walls was significantly different (ANOVA/Tukey); pulpal wall > axial wall > gingival wall. The effect of preparation walls on microTBS was dependent on the bonding system (2-way ANOVA/Tukey's test). SB had higher bond strength than the other systems at the gingival wall; and higher than SE at the axial wall. At the pulpal wall, SE presented a higher mean compared to AP. A significant negative correlation between microTBS and KHN was observed at the gingival wall. CONCLUSION: It could be concluded that dentin structure can affect bond strengths, but the impact of the substrate varies according to the type of adhesive system.

Efeito dos períodos de armazenamento na resistência de união de um sistema adesivo autocondicionante à dentina bovina / Effect of the storage periods on the bond strength of a self-etch system to bovine dentin

O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar o efeito do armazenamento de dentes bovinos, em diferentes períodos, na resistência de união de um sistema adesivo autocondicionante de dois passos. Para essa avaliação, 40 incisivos bovinos (n = 10) foram armazenados em solução de timol 0,10 g.mL 1(um negativo) durante os seguintes períodos: 24 horas (controle), 15 dias, um mês e seis meses. Após esses períodos de armazenamento, cada dente foi desgastado até a exposição da dentina superfcial, um sistema adesivo autocondicionante (Clearfl SE Bond/Kuraray) foi aplicado e um bloco de resina composta (TPH Spectrum, Dentsply DeTrey) foi confeccionado sobre o substrato dentinário. Os materiais restauradores foram aplicados segundo as instruções do fabricante. Os espécimes foram seccionados a fim de se obterem fatias de 1 mm de espessura e constrições foram realizadas para obtenção do formato de ampulheta com área adesiva de 1 mm2. As fatias foram testadas sob tensão em uma máquina de ensaio universal a uma velocidade de 0,5 mm.min 1(um negativo) e o padrão de fratura foi analisado em microscopia eletrônica de varredura (MEV). Os seguintes resultados foram obtidos (MPa): 24 horas - 11,73 ± 5,2; 15 dias - 9,66 ± 3,6; 1 mês - 11,01 ± 6,7, e 6 meses - 9,43 ± 4,7. Não foi observada nenhuma diferença estatística signifcante (ANOVA, p = 0,79). Falhas na interface adesiva foram mais frequentemente observadas. Pode-se concluir que os períodos de armazenamento avaliados não infuenciaram a união do sistema adesivo autocondicionante à dentina bovina.

The aim of this study was evaluate the effect of the storage of bovine teeth in different periods on the microtensile bond strength of a two-step self-etch system. For this, forty bovine incisors (n = 10) were stored in 0.10 g.mL 1(one negative) thymol solution during the following periods: 24 hours (control), 15 days, 1 month, and 6 months. After these storage periods, each tooth was fattened until superfcial dentin exposure, the bonding system (Clearfl SE Bond/Kuraray) was applied and a composite block (TPH Spectrum, Dentsply DeTrey) was built over the dentin substrate. Restorative materials were used following manufacturer's instructions. The specimens were sectioned to obtain 1 mm thick slabs, which were trimmed to an hour-glass shape with cross sectional area of 1 mm2. Slabs were tested under tension in a universal testing machine at 0.5 mm.min 1(one negative) and their failure mode was analyzed with scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The following results were obtained (MPa): 24 hours - 11.73/5.2; 15 days - 9.66/3.6; 1 month - 11.01/6.7, 6 months - 9.43/4.7. Signifcant differences among experimental groups were not observed (ANOVA, p = 0.79). Failures within the adhesive interface were the most frequently observed. May be concluded that the storage periods did not infuence the bonding of the two-step self-etch system to dentin.