Determination of microhardness of bulk-fill resins at different depths.

The aim of this study was to determine Vickers microhardness (HV) in bulk fill resins at different depths. Test specimens were prepared with different bulk fill resins: Filtek Bulk-Fill (3M ESPE) [FBF], Surefill SDR flow (Dentsply) [SDR], Fill-UP (COLTENE) [FU] and Surefill (Dentsply) [SF]. Semi-cylindrical test specimens were prepared in a mold 6 mm in diameter and 4 mm thick (n=5). A 1000 mW/cm2 light curing unit was applied (Coltolux LED - Coltene) for 20 seconds. HV was determined with three indentations (Vickers Future Tech FM300, 300 g, 8 s) at four depths: 1, 2, 3 and 4 mm from the top surface to the interior. Data were recorded immediately (t0) and 24 hours later (t24). Results were analyzed with two-way ANOVA (p<0.05), and multiple comparisons were performed using Tukey's test. Mean and SD of HV at t0 for each mm were: [FBF] t0: 49.23(4.65) / 48.32(3.36) / 44.38(2.06) / 40.59(2.58); [FBF] t24: 61.37(3.47) / 62.63(3.03) / 57.27(5.22) / 56.37(5.88);[SDR]t0:27.81(3.13) / 28.07(2.4) / 27.24(2.94) / 25.71(3.0); [SDR] t24: 35.11(2.16) / 35.17(1.96) / 35.53(1.81) / 33.18(2.08); [FU] t0: 41.43(1.41) / 39.87(0.88) / 38.11(1.81) / 39.09(1.92); [FU] t24: 49.27(1.54) / 48.77(1.77) / 48.65(1.88) / 46.76(4.93); [SF] t0: 71.35(7.09) / 67.39(9.76) / 68.95(6.21) / 64.1(8.35); [SF] t24: 76.06(6.61) / 75.31(9.37) / 75.2(11.57) / 69.81(12.14). ANOVA showed significant effect of material, depth and recording time (p<0.05), and Tukey's test showed that recording sites (depths) differed significantly, giving four homogeneous groups. Under the conditions of this study, it can be concluded that microhardness of bulk-fill resins can be affected by depth and post-curing time.

El objetivo del presente estudio fue determinar la microdureza Vickers (HV) en resinas bulk-fill a diferentes profundidades. Se confeccionaron probetas semicilíndricas de 6 mm de diámetro y 4 mm de profundidad con diferentes composites de aplicación en bloque (Bulk-fill): Filtek Bulk-Fill (3M ESPE) [FBF], Surefill SDR flow (Dentsply) [SDR], Fill-UP (COLTENE) [FU] y Surefill (Dentsply) [SF]. Se polimerizaron con Coltolux LED (Coltene) con 1000 mW/cm2 durante 20s. La HV se determinó realizando 3 indentaciones con 300 g durante 8 s a 1,2 3 y 4 mm desde la superficie de la probeta hacia el interior inmediatamente después de curada y a las 24 h. Se utilizó un microdurómetro Vickers Future Tech FM300. Los resultados se analizaron estadísticamente mediante ANOVA de dos vías y Prueba de Tukey. La media y DS de HV fueron: [FBF] t0: 49,23(4,65) / 48,32(3,36) / 44,38(2,06) / 40,59(2,58); [FBF] t24: 61,37(3,47) / 62,63(3,03) / 57,27(5,22) / 56,37(5,88);[SDR]t0: 27,81(3,13) /28,07(2,4) / 27,24(2,94) / 25,71(3,0); [SDR] t24: 35,11(2,16) / 35,17(1,96) / 35,53(1,81) / 33,18(2,08); [FU] t0: 41,43(1,41) / 39,87(0,88) / 38,11(1,81) / 39,09(1,92); [FU] t24: 49,27(1,54) / 48,77(1,77) / 48,65(1,88) / 46,76(4,93); [SF] t0: 71,35(7,09) / 67,39(9,76) / 68,95(6,21) / 64,1(8,35); [SF] t24: 76,06(6,61) / 75,31(9,37) / 75,2(11,57) / 69,81(12,14). La evaluación con análisis de varianza mostró el efecto significativo de las variables material, profundidad y momento del registro (p<0,05) y la prueba de Tukey mostró que los sitios de registro (profundidad) fueron estadísticamente significativos, dando cuatro grupos homogéneos. Bajo las condiciones de este estudio podemos concluir que la microdureza de las resinas de inserción en bloque se ve afectada por el nivel de profundidad y el tiempo pos curado.

Determination of microhardness of bulk-fill resins at different depths / Determinación de microdureza de resinas bulk-fill en diferentes profundidades

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to determine Vickers microhardness (HV) in bulk fill resins at different depths. Test specimens were prepared with different bulk fill resins: Filtek Bulk-Fill (3M ESPE) [FBF], Surefill SDR flow (Dentsply) [SDR], Fill-UP (COLTENE) [FU] and Surefill (Dentsply) [SF]. Semi-cylindrical test specimens were prepared in a mold 6 mm in diameter and 4 mm thick (n=5). A 1000 mW/cm2 light curing unit was applied (Coltolux LED - Coltene) for 20 seconds. HV was determined with three indentations (Vickers Future Tech FM300, 300 g, 8 s) at four depths: 1, 2, 3 and 4 mm from the top surface to the interior. Data were recorded immediately (t0) and 24 hours later (t24). Results were analyzed with two-way ANOVA (p<0.05), and multiple comparisons were performed using Tukey's test. Mean and SD of HV at t0 for each mm were: [FBF] t0: 49.23(4.65) / 48.32(3.36) / 44.38(2.06) / 40.59(2.58); [FBF] t24: 61.37(3.47) / 62.63(3.03) / 57.27(5.22) / 56.37(5.88); [SDR] t0: 27.81(3.13) / 28.07(2.4) / 27.24(2.94) / 25.71(3.0); [SDR] t24: 35.11(2.16) / 35.17(1.96) / 35.53(1.81) / 33.18(2.08); [FU] t0: 41.43(1.41) / 39.87(0.88) / 38.11(1.81) / 39.09(1.92); [FU] t24: 49.27(1.54) / 48.77(1.77) / 48.65(1.88) / 46.76(4.93); [SF] t0: 71.35(7.09) / 67.39(9.76) / 68.95(6.21) / 64.1(8.35); [SF] t24: 76.06(6.61) / 75.31(9.37) / 75.2(11.57) / 69.81(12.14). ANOVA showed significant effect of material, depth and recording time (p<0.05), and Tukey's test showed that recording sites (depths) differed significantly, giving four homogeneous groups. Under the conditions of this study, it can be concluded that microhardness of bulk-fill resins can be affected by depth and post-curing time.

RESUMEN El objetivo del presente estudio fue determinar la microdureza Vickers (HV) en resinas bulk-fill a diferentes profundidades. Se confeccionaron probetas semicilíndricas de 6 mm de diámetro y 4 mm de profundidad con diferentes composites de aplicación en bloque (Bulk-fill): Filtek Bulk-Fill (3M ESPE) [FBF], Surefill SDR flow (Dentsply) [SDR], Fill-UP (COLTENE) [FU] y Surefill (Dentsply) [SF]. Se polimerizaron con Coltolux LED (Coltene) con 1000 mW/cm2 durante 20s. La HV se determinó realizando 3 indentaciones con 300 g durante 8 s a 1,2 3 y 4 mm desde la superficie de la probeta hacia el interior inmediatamente después de curada y a las 24 h. Se utilizó un microdurómetro Vickers Future Tech FM300. Los resultados se analizaron estadísticamente mediante ANOVA de dos vías y Prueba de Tukey. La media y DS de HV fueron: [FBF] t0: 49,23(4,65) / 48,32(3,36) / 44,38(2,06) / 40,59(2,58); [FBF] t24: 61,37(3,47) / 62,63(3,03) / 57,27(5,22) / 56,37(5,88); [SDR] t0: 27,81(3,13) / 28,07(2,4) / 27,24(2,94) / 25,71(3,0); [SDR] t24: 35,11(2,16) / 35,17(1,96) / 35,53(1,81) / 33,18(2,08); [FU] t0: 41,43(1,41) / 39,87(0,88) / 38,11(1,81) / 39,09(1,92); [FU] t24: 49,27(1,54) / 48,77(1,77) / 48,65(1,88) / 46,76(4,93); [SF] t0: 71,35(7,09) / 67,39(9,76) / 68,95(6,21) / 64,1(8,35); [SF] t24: 76,06(6,61) / 75,31(9,37) / 75,2(11,57) / 69,81(12,14). La evaluación con análisis de varianza mostró el efecto significativo de las variables material, profundidad y momento del registro (p<0,05) y la prueba de Tukey mostró que los sitios de registro (profundidad) fueron estadísticamente significativos, dando cuatro grupos homogéneos. Bajo las condiciones de este estudio podemos concluir que la microdureza de las resinas de inserción en bloque se ve afectada por el nivel de profundidad y el tiempo pos curado.

Mechanical and bonding properties of different combinations of nanohybrid and bulk-fill composites.

The aim of this research was to determine compressive and shear bond strength of blocks prepared with bulk-fill and nanofill composite resin combinations. Materials used were Filtek Bulk Fill (FBF) and Z350 (both 3M-ESPE) and Surefil SDR flow (SFF) - Dentsply. To determine shear bond strength, cylindrical specimens 10 mm thick were prepared with composite consisting of thicknesses of 6 mm of one material and 4 mm of the other, in the following combinations: G1: FBF- FBF; G2: Z350-Z350, G3: FBF-Z350, G4: Z350-SFF and G5: SFFSFF. Materials were cured using a 1100 mw/cm2 light for 20 seconds for each layer. Samples were stored for 24 hours at 37 °C in distilled water and shear bond strength was determined. To assess compressive strength, cylindrical samples 4 mm diameter and 6 mm thick consisting of 4 mm + 2 mm were used in the same combinations as described above, stored in distilled water at 37 °C for 24 hours, after which compressive strength was determined. Both tests were performed with a Universal testing machine at a cross head speed of 1 mm/min. Results were analyzed with ANOVA and Tukey's test. Means and standard deviations in MPa for each group were the following: Shear bond strength: G1: 435.87 (65.86), G2: 233.6 (108.15), G3: 279.2 (22.05), G4:449.1 (109.35) and G5: 196.6 (51.16). Compressive strength: G1:160.07(4.27), G2: 149.49 (14.06), G3: 156.10 (29.99), G4: 199-30(39.28), G5: 171.23 (28.71). Evaluation with ANOVA showed no significant differences among combinations for compressive strength (p>0.05) and significant differences for bond strength (p<0.05). Tukey's test showed three homogeneous groups. Under these experimental conditions, it can be concluded that the study combinations have adequate mechanical behavior, equivalent to materials used individually. However, shear bond strength was affected by the combinations analyzed.

El objetivo de este trabajo fue determinar la resistencia compresiva (RC) y la resistencia adhesiva al corte (RAC) en bloques preparados con combinaciones de composites bulk-fill y nanoparticulados. Los materiales usados fueron Filtek Bulk Fill (FBF) y Z350 (ambos de 3M-ESPE) y Surefil SDR flow (SFF) - Dentsply. Para medir la RAC, se prepararon probetas cilindricas de 10 mm de espesor consistentes en 6 mm de un material y 4 mm del otro con las siguientes combinaciones: G1: FBF- FBF; G2: Z350-Z350, G3: FBF-Z350, G4: Z350-SFF y G5: SFF-SFF. Se curaron a 1100 mw/cm2 durante 20 segundos cada capa. Se conservaron 24 horas a 37 °C en agua destilada antes de determinar la RAC. Para medir la RC se prepararon probetas de 4 mm de diametro y 6 mm de espesor (4 mm + 2 mm de cada material), con las mismas combinaciones. Se conservaron en agua destilada a 37 °C durante 24 horas y se midió la RC. Ambos ensayos se realizaron con una máquina universal para ensayos mecánicos a 1 mm/min de velocidad de desplazamiento de cabezal. Los resultados se evaluaron con ANOVA y prueba de Tukey. Las medias y desviaciones estándar (MPa) para cada grupo fueron: RAC: G1: 435.87 (65.86), G2: 233.6 (108.15), G3: 279.2 (22.05), G4:449.1 (109.35) y G5: 196.6 (51.16). RC: G1:160.07(4.27), G2: 149.49 (14.06), G3: 156.10 (29.99), G4: 199-30(39.28), G5: 171.23 (28.71). ANOVA no mostró diferencias estadísticamente significativas para RC (p>0.05) y diferencias significativas para RAC (p<0.05). La prueba de Tukey mostró tres grupos homogéneos. En las condiciones experimentales de este trabajo puede concluirse que las combinaciones evaluadas tienen un comportamiento mecánico adecuado equivalente al de los materiales individuales. Sin embargo, la adhesión entre materiales se vio afectada por las combinaciones realizadas.

Mechanical and bonding properties of different combinations of nanohybrid and bulk-fill composites / Propiedades mecánicas y adhesión entre diferentes combinaciones composite Nanohíbrido-Bulkfill

ABSTRACT The aim of this research was to determine compressive and shear bond strength of blocks prepared with bulk-fill and nanofill composite resin combinations. Materials used were Filtek Bulk Fill (FBF) and Z350 (both 3M-ESPE) and Surefil SDR flow (SFF) - Dentsply. To determine shear bond strength, cylindrical specimens 10 mm thick were prepared with composite consisting of thicknesses of 6 mm of one material and 4 mm of the other, in the following combinations: G1: FBF- FBF; G2: Z350-Z350, G3: FBF-Z350, G4: Z350-SFF and G5: SFFSFF. Materials were cured using a 1100 mw/cm2 light for 20 seconds for each layer. Samples were stored for 24 hours at 37 °C in distilled water and shear bond strength was determined. To assess compressive strength, cylindrical samples 4 mm diameter and 6 mm thick consisting of 4 mm + 2 mm were used in the same combinations as described above, stored in distilled water at 37 °C for 24 hours, after which compressive strength was determined. Both tests were performed with a Universal testing machine at a cross head speed of 1 mm/min. Results were analyzed with ANOVA and Tukey's test. Means and standard deviations in MPa for each group were the following: Shear bond strength: G1: 435.87 (65.86), G2: 233.6 (108.15), G3: 279.2 (22.05), G4:449.1 (109.35) and G5: 196.6 (51.16). Compressive strength: G1:160.07(4.27), G2: 149.49 (14.06), G3: 156.10 (29.99), G4: 199-30(39.28), G5: 171.23 (28.71). Evaluation with ANOVA showed no significant differences among combinations for compressive strength (p>0.05) and significant differences for bond strength (p<0.05). Tukey's test showed three homogeneous groups. Under these experimental conditions, it can be concluded that the study combinations have adequate mechanical behavior, equivalent to materials used individually. However, shear bond strength was affected by the combinations analyzed.

RESUMEN El objetivo de este trabajo fue determinar la resistencia compresiva (RC) y la resistencia adhesiva al corte (RAC) en bloques preparados con combinaciones de composites bulk-fill y nanoparticulados. Los materiales usados fueron Filtek Bulk Fill (FBF) y Z350 (ambos de 3M-ESPE) y Surefil SDR flow (SFF) - Dentsply. Para medir la RAC, se prepararon probetas cilindricas de 10 mm de espesor consistentes en 6 mm de un material y 4 mm del otro con las siguientes combinaciones: G1: FBF- FBF; G2: Z350-Z350, G3: FBF-Z350, G4: Z350-SFF y G5: SFF-SFF. Se curaron a 1100 mw/cm2 durante 20 segundos cada capa. Se conservaron 24 horas a 37 °C en agua destilada antes de determinar la RAC. Para medir la RC se prepararon probetas de 4 mm de diametro y 6 mm de espesor (4 mm + 2 mm de cada material), con las mismas combinaciones. Se conservaron en agua destilada a 37 °C durante 24 horas y se midió la RC. Ambos ensayos se realizaron con una máquina universal para ensayos mecánicos a 1 mm/min de velocidad de desplazamiento de cabezal. Los resultados se evaluaron con ANOVA y prueba de Tukey. Las medias y desviaciones estándar (MPa) para cada grupo fueron: RAC: G1: 435.87 (65.86), G2: 233.6 (108.15), G3: 279.2 (22.05), G4:449.1 (109.35) y G5: 196.6 (51.16). RC: G1:160.07(4.27), G2: 149.49 (14.06), G3: 156.10 (29.99), G4: 199-30(39.28), G5: 171.23 (28.71). ANOVA no mostró diferencias estadísticamente significativas para RC (p>0.05) y diferencias significativas para RAC (p<0.05). La prueba de Tukey mostró tres grupos homogéneos. En las condiciones experimentales de este trabajo puede concluirse que las combinaciones evaluadas tienen un comportamiento mecánico adecuado equivalente al de los materiales individuales. Sin embargo, la adhesión entre materiales se vio afectada por las combinaciones realizadas.

Effect of flowable composite or glass ionomer liners on shrinkage stress of a composite resin / Efecto de recubrimientos con resinas de baja viscosidad o ionómero vitreo sobre la tensión por contracción de una resina compuesta

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of flowable composite or glass ionomer liners on the shrinkage stress of a restorative composite resin. Fifteen previously sandblasted metal boxes were attached to a universal mechanical testing machine (INSTRON 1011, Instron Corporation). Five of these boxes were filled with Filtek Z350 XT (FXT) Universal Restorative A2 (3M ESPE) (Group 1 or Control). Two further groups of 5 boxes were prepared by interposing a layer of Vitrebond Light Cure Glass Ionomer 3M ESPE (VGI) (Group 2 or G.I.) or Filtek Z350 XT Flowable Restorative A2 3M ESPE (FFR) (Group 3 or Flowable) between the box and the composite resin, completing with the same volume of composite as in Group 1. Upon activating lightcuring, the filled boxes mounted on the testing machine were videoed for 60 seconds (40 s photoactivation and 20 s postcuring), timed with a digital chronometer. Force values were recorded in newtons and converted into stress according to contact surface. Stress values were recorded every 10 s. Results were analyzed using repeated measures ANOVA. Mean and standard deviation in kPa (stress) recorded for each group were: Control group: 126.2 (30.8); G.I.: 48.4 (18); Flowable: 27.9 (19.5). Statistical analysis showed significant differences between the control group and the rest (p<0.01), with no significant difference between groups with glass ionomer liners and flowable resin liners (G.I. and Flowable). Under the experimental conditions of this study, it can be concluded that polymerization shrinkage stress can be reduced by the presence of a liner between the preparation and the restorative material.

RESUMEN El objetivo de este trabajo fue evaluar el efecto de la colocación de una capa de Composite flow o Ionómero vítreo sobre la tensión de contracción de un composite para restauración. Se utilizaron 15 cajas metálicas previamente arenadas y conectadas a la máquina universal para ensayos mecánicos (INSTRON 1011, Instron Corporation). Cinco de estas cajas (G1) se rellenaron con Filtek Z350 XT (FXT) Universal Restorative A2 3M ESPE. Al iniciar la activación de la unidad de curado se comenzaba a registrar con una cámara de video y un cronómetro digital desde el comienzo de la activación de la lámpara hasta 60 s después, registrando los valores post curado durante 20 s. Los valores de fuerza generados por la polimerización fueron registrados en newton de cada 10 s para los 15 ensayos. Los valores fueron convertidos en tensión de contracción según la superficie de contacto. Se realizaron además dos grupos de cajas (5 en cada una) en los cuales se colocaron una capa inicial de Vitrebond Light Cure Glass Ionomer 3M ESPE (VGI) (G2 o IV) y Filtek Z350 XT Flowable Restorative A2 3M ESPE (FFR) (G3 o Flow) y se completó con el mismo volumen de composite de las del GI. Los resultados obtenidos fueron analizados por medio de ANOVA para mediciones repetidas. La media y la desviación estándar en kPa (tensión o estrés de contracción) registrado para cada grupo fueron: Grupo control: 126.2 (30.8); IV: 48.4(18); Flow: 27.9(19.5). El análisis estadístico mostró diferencias estadística mente significativas entre el grupo control y el resto (p=0.00), pero no hubo diferencias significativas entre la presencia de Ionómero vítreo o Composite Flow (IV y Flow). En las condiciones experimentales de este trabajo puede concluirse que la tensión de contracción generada durante la polimerización puede ser disminuida por la presencia de algún material interpuesto entre la preparación y el composite restaurador.

In vitro evaluation of apical microleakage in retrofillings with different resection angles.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of flowable composite or glass ionomer liners on the shrinkage stress of a restorative composite resin. Fifteen previously sandblasted metal boxes were attached to a universal mechanical testing machine (INSTRON 1011, Instron Corporation). Five of these boxes were filled with Filtek Z350 XT (FXT) Universal Restorative A2 (3M ESPE) (Group 1 or Control). Two further groups of 5 boxes were prepared by interposing a layer of Vitrebond Light Cure Glass Ionomer 3M ESPE (VGI) (Group 2 or G.I.) or Filtek Z350 XT Flowable Restorative A2 3M ESPE (FFR) (Group 3 or Flowable) between the box and the composite resin, completing with the same volume of composite as in Group 1. Upon activating lightcuring, the filled boxes mounted on the testing machine were videoed for 60 seconds (40 s photoactivation and 20 s postcuring), timed with a digital chronometer. Force values were recorded in newtons and converted into stress according to contact surface. Stress values were recorded every 10 s. Results were analyzed using repeated measures ANOVA. Mean and standard deviation in kPa (stress) recorded for each group were: Control group: 126.2 (30.8); G.I.: 48.4 (18); Flowable: 27.9 (19.5). Statistical analysis showed significant differences between the control group and the rest (p<0.01), with no significant difference between groups with glass ionomer liners and flowable resin liners (G.I. and Flowable). Under the experimental conditions of this study, it can be concluded that polymerization shrinkage stress can be reduced by the presence of a liner between the preparation and the restorative material.

El objetivo de este trabajo fue evaluar el efecto de la colocación de una capa de Composite flow o Ionómero vítreo sobre la tensión de contracción de un composite para restauración. Se utilizaron 15 cajas metálicas previamente arenadas y conectadas a la máquina universal para ensayos mecánicos (INSTRON 1011, Instron Corporation). Cinco de estas cajas (G1) se rellenaron con Filtek Z350 XT (FXT) Universal Restorative A2 3M ESPE. Al iniciar la activación de la unidad de curado se comenzaba a registrar con una cámara de video y un cronómetro digital desde el comienzo de la activación de la lámpara hasta 60 s después, registrando los valores post curado durante 20 s. Los valores de fuerza generados por la polimerización fueron registrados en newton de cada 10 s para los 15 ensayos. Los valores fueron convertidos en tensión de contracción según la superficie de contacto. Se realizaron además dos grupos de cajas (5 en cada una) en los cuales se colocaron una capa inicial de Vitrebond Light Cure Glass Ionomer 3M ESPE (VGI) (G2 o IV) y Filtek Z350 XT Flowable Restorative A2 3M ESPE (FFR) (G3 o Flow) y se completó con el mismo volumen de composite de las del GI. Los resultados obtenidos fueron analizados por medio de ANOVA para mediciones repetidas. La media y la desviación estándar en kPa (tensión o estrés de contracción) registrado para cada grupo fueron: Grupo control: 126.2 (30.8); IV: 48.4(18); Flow: 27.9(19.5). El análisis estadístico mostró diferencias estadística mente significativas entre el grupo control y el resto (p=0.00), pero no hubo diferencias significativas entre la presencia de Ionómero vítreo o Composite Flow (IV y Flow). En las condiciones experimentales de este trabajo puede concluirse que la tensión de contracción generada durante la polimerización puede ser disminuida por la presencia de algún material interpuesto entre la preparación y el composite restaurador.

Ex vivo microleakage comparison between glass ionomers used as pit and fissure sealants.

The aim of this study was to evaluate in vitro the marginal microleakage of two glass ionomer materials used as pit and fissure sealants. Thirty healthy premolars extracted for orthodontic treatment were randomly assigned to two groups (n=15) and respectively sealed with two glass ionomers (Group I, Fuji VII and Group II, Fuji IX). All teeth were preserved in artificial saliva (NAF) for 10 days, thermocycled (250 cycles; 5 °C, 37 °C and 60 °C), isolated, and immersed in 2% alcohol gentian violet blue solution for 24 h. After washing, teeth were included in acrylic resin and sectioned longitudinally in a bucco-lingual direction with a Struers-Minitom cutting device. Samples were analyzed for leakage using an optical microscope (Olympus BX- 60M). TheWilliams and Winter semi-quantitative ranked scale was used to score dye penetration. In Group I the grades were distributed as follows: Grade 1, 1 sample and Grade 3, 14 samples (Mean 2.87 Median 3, SD 0.52). In Group II: Grade 0: 4 samples, Grade 1, 3 samples, Grade 2, 2 samples and Grade 3, 6 samples (Mean 1.67, Median 2, SD 1.29). Fisher's exact test showed statistically significant differences between materials (p=0.006). From these results, we conclude that Fuji IX had better marginal sealing than Fuji VII when used as a pit and fissure sealant.

Influence of polishing protocol on flexural properties of several dental composite resins.

The aim of this study was to determine the influence of the finishing protocol (FP) on flexural properties of several composites (CR). Twenty composite samples (25x2x2 mm) were prepared: G1 HelimolarR; G2 Filtek™ Z350;G3TetricR N Ceram, G4 Point 4™, G5 Premisa™; G6 Esthet.XR HD, G7 ice, G8 Vit-L-escenceR, G9 GrandioR, G10 TPHR3, G11 AmelogenR Plus, G12 Brilliant Enamel; G13 Filtek™ Z100 and randomly divided into four groups according to the finishing system: C control, J JiffyR, SS Super SnapR, AA AstropolR /AstrobrushR. Each sample was polished for 10 seconds with each sequence instrument, and stored in distilled water for 24 hours, after which a three-point flexure test was applied to determine flexural strength (FS) and modulus (Flexural modulus). Data were analyzed using a two-way multivariate ANOVA and means were compared with Tukey's test. Results were: FS level CR p=0.000 with significant differences. FS level FPp= 0.093 with significant differences. In order: FM level CR p 0.00 with significant differences. FM level PS p=0.001; with significant differences. Under the study conditions, the polishing systems based on silicone rubber decreased the flexural properties of composite resins.

Influence of polishing protocol on flexural properties of several dental composite resins

The aim of this study was to determine the influence of the finishing protocol (FP) on flexural properties of several composites (CR). Twenty composite samples (25x2x2 mm) were prepared: G1 HelimolarR; G2 Filtek™ Z350;G3TetricR N Ceram, G4 Point 4™, G5 Premisa™; G6 Esthet.XR HD, G7 ice, G8 Vit-L-escenceR, G9 GrandioR, G10 TPHR3, G11 AmelogenR Plus, G12 Brilliant Enamel; G13 Filtek™ Z100 and randomly divided into four groups according to the finishing system: C control, J JiffyR, SS Super SnapR, AA AstropolR /AstrobrushR. Each sample was polished for 10 seconds with each sequence instrument, and stored in distilled water for 24 hours, after which a three-point flexure test was applied to determine flexural strength (FS) and modulus (Flexural modulus). Data were analyzed using a two-way multivariate ANOVA and means were compared with Tukey's test. Results were: FS level CR p=0.000 with significant differences. FS level FPp= 0.093 with significant differences. In order: FM level CR p 0.00 with significant differences. FM level PS p=0.001; with significant differences. Under the study conditions, the polishing systems based on silicone rubber decreased the flexural properties of composite resins.

El objetivo de este trabajo fue determinar la influencia del protocolo de pulido sobre las propiedades flexurales de varios composites. Se prepararon veinte probetas de composite (CR) (25x2x2 mm) en cada grupo: G1 HelimolarR; G2 Filtek™ Z350;G3TetricR N Ceram, G4 Point 4™, G5 Premisa™; G6 Esthet.XR HD, G7 ice, G8 Vit-L-escenceR, G9 GrandioR, G10 TPHR3, G11 AmelogenR Plus, G12 Brilliant Enamel; G13 Filtek™ Z100 y se dividieron aleatoriamente en cuatro grupos segun el sistema de pulido (SP) utilizado: C control, J JiffyR, SS Super SnapR, AA AstropolR /AstrobrushR. Cada probeta se pulio durante 10 segundos con cada secuencia de instrumentos, se almaceno en agua destilada durante 24 hs y se aplico un ensayo de resistencia flexural de tres puntos a fin de determinar la resistencia (RF) y el modulo (MF) flexural. Los valores obtenidos fueron analizados con un ANOVA multivariado de dos vias y comparacion de medias de Tukey. Los resultados obtenidos fueron: nivel de RF para CR p=0,000con diferencias significativas. RF nivel SP p= 0,093 con diferencias signi - ficativas. Para MF a nivel de CR p=0,000con diferencias signifi cativas. MF a nivel SP p=0,000, con diferencias signifi - cativas. En las condiciones de este trabajo se puede concluir que el uso de sistemas a base de gomas siliconadas disminuyen las propiedades flexurales de las resinas reforzadas restaura - doras. : composite resins; elastic modulus; dental polishing.

Linear Dimensional Stability of Irreversible Hydrocolloid Materials Over Time.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the linear dimensional stability of different irreversible hydrocolloid materials over time. A metal mold was designed with custom trays made of thermoplastic sheets (Sabilex, sheets 0.125 mm thick). Perforations were made in order to improve retention of the material. Five impressions were taken with each of the following: Kromopan 100 (LASCOD) [AlKr], which has dimensional stability of 100 hours, and Phase Plus (ZHERMACK) [AlPh], which has dimensional stability of 48 hours. Standardized digital photographs were taken at different time intervals (0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 120 minutes; 12, 24 and 96 hours), using an "ad-hoc" device. The images were analyzed with software (UTHSCSA Image Tool) by measuring the distance between intersection of the lines previously made at the top of the mold. The results were analyzed by ANOVA for repeated measures. Initial and final values were (mean and standard deviation): AlKr: 16.44 (0.22) and 16.34 (0.11), AlPh: 16.40 (0.06) and 16.18 (0.06). Statistical evaluation showed significant effect of material and time factors. Under the conditions in this study, time significantly affects the linear dimensional stability of irreversible hydrocolloid materials.

El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar la estabilidad dimen - sional lineal de diferentes hidrocoloides irreversibles en función del tiempo. Se confeccionó una matriz metálica con sus correspondientes cubetas individuales realizadas con láminas termoplásticas (Sabilex, de 0.125 mm de espesor). Se le realizaron perforaciones para la retención del material. Se tomaron cinco impresiones con cada material a esta matriz, utilizando Kromopan 100 (LASCOD) [AlKr], que presenta una estabilidad dimensional de 100 horas, y Phase Plus (ZHERMACK) [AlPh], que tiene una estabilidad dimensional de 48 horas. Luego se tomaron fotografías estandarizadas a diferentes intervalos de tiempo (0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 120 minutos; 12, 24 y 96 horas), usando un dispositivo ad-hoc. Las imágenes se analizaron con software de procesamiento de imágenes (UTHSCSA Image Tool) realizando la medición de la distancia entre las intersecciones de surcos previamente realizados en la porción superior de la matriz. Los resultados obtenidos fueron analizados mediante Análisis de Varianza para mediciones repetidas. Se detallan los datos iniciales y finales obtenidos (media y DS): AlKr: 16,44 (0,22) y 16,34 (0,11), AlPh: 16,40 (0,06) y 16,18 (0,06). El análisis estadístico ha mostrado el efecto significativo para las variables material y tiempo. Bajo las condiciones de este estudio podemos concluir que tiempo afectaría significativamente la estabilidad dimensional lineal de los hidrocoloides irreversibles.

Linear dimensional stability of elastomeric impression materials over time.

UNLABELLED: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the linear dimensional stability of different elastomeric impression materials over time. A metal mold was designed with its custom trays, which were made of thermoplastic sheets (Sabilex sheets 0.125 mm thick). Three impressions were taken of it with each of the following: the polyvinylsiloxane Examix-GC-(AdEx), Aquasil-Dentsply-(AdAq) and Panasil-Kettenbach-(AdPa), and the polydimethylsiloxane Densell-Dental Medrano-(CoDe), Speedex-Coltene-(CoSp) and Lastic-Kettenbach-(CoLa). All impressions were taken with putty and light-body materials using a one-step technique. Standardized digital photographs were taken at different time intervals (0, 15, 30, 60, 120 minutes; 24 hours; 7 and 14 days), using an "ad-hoc" device, and analyzed using software (Image Tool) by measuring the distance between lines previously made at the top of the mold. The results were analyzed by ANOVA for repeated measures. The initial and final values for mean and SD were: AdEx: 1.32 (0.01) and 1.31 (0.00); AdAq: 1.32 (0.00) and 1.32 (0.00), AdPa: 1.327 (0.006) and 1.31 (0.00); CoDe: 1.32 (0.00) and 1.32 (0.01); CoSp: 1.327 (0.006) and 1.31 (0.00), CoLa: 1.327 (0.006) and 1.303 (0.006). Statistical evaluation showed that both material and time have significant effects. CONCLUSION: Under the conditions in this study we conclude that time would significantly affect the lineal dimensional stability of elastomeric impression materials.

Linear dimensional stability of elastomeric impression materials over time

El objetivo del trabajo fue evaluar la estabilidad dimensional lineal de diferentes elastómeros para impresión. Se confeccionó una matriz metálica con sus correspondientes cubetas individuales realizadas con láminas termoplásticas (Marca Sabilex, de 0.125 mm de espesor). Se tomaron tres impresiones con cada material a estamatriz. Se utilizaron tres siliconas por adición: Examix-GC- (AdEx), Aquasil-Dentsply-(AdAq), y Panasil –Kettenbach-(AdPa); y tres siliconas por condensación: Densell-Dental Medrano-(CoDe), Speedex-Coltene-(CoSp), y Lastic-Kettenbach-(CoLa). Se realizaron todas las impresiones utilizando dos consistencias: pesada y liviana, con la técnica de un solo tiempo. Luego se tomaron fotografías estandarizadas a diferentes intervalos de tiempo (0, 15,30, 60, 120 minutos; 24 horas; 7 días y 14 días), con una cámara fotográfica digital, utilizando un dispositivo ad-hoc. Las imágenes se analizaron con software de procesamiento de imágenes (Image Tool) realizando la medición de la distancia entre las interseccionesde surcos previamente realizados en la porción superior de la matriz. Los resultados obtenidos fueron analizados mediante Análisis de varianza para mediciones repetidas. La media y el DSinicial y final para todos los materiales fue: AdEx: 1,32 (0,01) y 1,31 (0,00); AdAq: 1,32 (0,00) y 1,32 (0,00); AdPa: 1,327 (0,006) y 1,31 (0,00); CoDe: 1,32 (0,00) y 1,32 (0,01); CoSp: 1,327 (0,006) y 1,31 (0,00); CoLa: 1,327 (0,006) y 1,303 (0,006). La evaluaciónestadística mostró el efecto significativo de las variables material y tiempo. Conclusión: Bajo las condiciones de este estudio podemos concluir que el tiempo afectaría significativamente la estabilidad dimensional lineal de elastómeros para impresiones.

Clinical evaluation of glass ionomer for pit and fissure sealing of fully erupted molars.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical behavior of two conventional glass ionomers used for pit and fissure sealing in terms of retention, marginal adaptation, caries recurrence and cracking. Eighty-three fully erupted first permanent molars were sealed, in a group of children aged 5 to 8 years. A double-blind, single operator, paired design was used. Materials applied were Fuji IX and VII. Retention (R), presence of caries (PC), marginal discoloration (MD), marginal adaptation (MA) and cracking (C) were evaluated at 6 and 12 months using Ryge's criteria. Data registered 6 months after treatment were: Fuji IX: R: Alpha 37, Bravo 2, Charlie: 4; PC: Alpha 43, Bravo: 0; MA: Alpha 38, Bravo: 1; MD: Alpha 39, Bravo: 0, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha 39, Bravo: 0. Fuji VII: R: Alpha 29, Bravo 4, Charlie: 7; PC: Alpha 40, Bravo: 0; MA: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0; MD: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha 33, Bravo: 0. Results after one year were: Fuji IX: R: Alpha 33, Bravo: 3, Charlie: 9; PC: Alpha 44, Bravo: 1; MA: Alpha 33, Bravo: 1; MD: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0. Fuji VII: R: Alpha 22, Bravo 4, Charlie: 13, PC: Alpha 40, Bravo: 0; MA: Alpha 23, Bravo: 1; MD: Alpha 23, Bravo: 1, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha 23, Bravo: 1. Statistical analysis using Fisher test showed no significant difference (p > 0.05) for R, and MA. For PC, MD and C, values are not reported because both materials showed the same results. The second control showed no significant difference (p > 0.05) for R, MA, PC, MD and C. Results suggest no difference between Fuji IX and Fuji VII as sealants in fully erupted permanent molars.

Clinical evaluation of glass ionomer for pit and fissure sealing of fully erupted molars

The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical behavior of two conventional glass ionomers used for pit and fissure sealing in terms of retention, marginal adaptation, caries recurrence and cracking. Eighty-three fully erupted first permanent molars were sealed, in a group of children aged 5 to 8 years. A doubleblind, single operator, paired design was used. Materials applied were Fuji IX and VII. Retention (R), presence of caries (PC), marginal discoloration (MD), marginal adaptation (MA) and cracking (C) were evaluated at 6 and 12 months using Ryge's criteria. Data registered 6 months after treatment were: Fuji IX: R: Alpha 37, Bravo 2, Charlie: 4; PC: Alpha 43, Bravo: 0; MA: Alpha 38, Bravo: 1; MD: Alpha 39, Bravo: 0, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha 39, Bravo: 0. Fuji VII: R: Alpha 29, Bravo 4, Charlie: 7; PC: Alpha 40, Bravo: 0; MA: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0; MD: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0; Charlie: 0; C: Alpha 33, Bravo: 0. Results after one year were: Fuji IX: R: Alpha 33, Bravo: 3, Charlie: 9; PC: Alpha 44, Bravo: 1; MA: Alpha 33, Bravo: 1; MD: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0. Fuji VII: R: Alpha 22, Bravo 4, Charlie: 13, PC: Alpha 40, Bravo: 0; MA: Alpha 23, Bravo: 1; MD: Alpha 23, Bravo: 1, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha 23, Bravo: 1. Statistical analysis using Fisher test showed no significant difference (p>0.05) for R, and MA. For PC, MD and C, values are not reported because both materials showed the same results. The second control showed no significant difference (p>0.05) for R, MA, PC, MD and C. Results suggest no difference between Fuji IX and Fuji VII as sealants in fully erupted permanent molars.

El objetivo de este trabajo fue evaluar el comportamiento clinico de dos ionomeros vitreos convencionales aplicados como selladores de fosas y fisuras. Se evaluo la retencion, decoloracion y adaptacion marginal, incidencia de caries y agrietamiento. Se sellaron ochenta y tres primeros molares totalmente erupcionados en un grupo de ninos de 5 a 8 anos. Se llevo a cabo un diseno de doble ciego, unico operador y apareado. Los materiales aplicados fueron Fuji IX y VII. Luego de 6 y 12 meses se recitaron los ninos y se evaluo: Retencion (R), presencia de caries (PC), decoloracion marginal (MD) y agrietamiento (C). La evaluacion se realizo utilizando los criterios de Ryge. Los datos registrados al cabo de 6 meses fueron: Fuji IX: R: Alpha 37, Bravo 2, Charlie: 4; PC: Alpha 43, Bravo: 0; MA: Alpha 38, Bravo: 1; MD: Alpha 39, Bravo: 0, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha 39, Bravo: 0. Fuji VII: R: Alpha 29, Bravo 4, Charlie: 7; PC: Alpha 40, Bravo: 0; MA: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0; MD: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0; Charlie: 0; C: Alpha 33, Bravo: 0. A los 12 meses: Fuji IX: R: Alpha 33, Bravo: 3, Charlie: 9; PC: Alpha 44, Bravo: 1; MA: Alpha 33, Bravo: 1; MD: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha: 34, Bravo: 0. Fuji VII: R: Alpha 22, Bravo 4, Charlie: 13, PC: Alpha 40, Bravo: 0; MA: Alpha 23, Bravo: 1; MD: Alpha 23, Bravo: 1, Charlie: 0; C: Alpha 23, Bravo: 1. La evaluacion estadistica por medio de la prueba de Fisher no mostro diferencias significativas entre los materiales (p>0.05) para R y MA. En PC, MD y C, el valor de p no se indica ya que los resultados fueron identicos. El segundo control no mostro diferencias significativas (p>0.05) para R, MA, PC, MD y C. Los resultados sugieren que no existiria diferencia en la aplicacion de Fuji IX y Fuji VII como selladores de fosas y fisuras en molares totalmente erupcionados.

Endodontic microorganism susceptibility by direct contact test.

The aim of this study was to evaluate in vitro the duration of the antimicrobial effect of endodontic sealers by means of the Direct Contact Test. The sealers tested were: Endomethasone - Septodont, Endomethasone C-Septodont, Endion-Voco, Diaket-ESPE, Pulp Canal Sealer-SybronEndo, and AH26-Dentsply DeTrey. The endodontopathic microorganisms (MO) confronted were: Staphylococcus aureus (Sa), Candida albicans (Ca), Enterococcus faecalis (Ef), Prevotella intermedia (Pi), Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg) and Fusobacterium nucleatum (Fn). Test specimens of each sealer were prepared and placed on the surface of agar plates that had been inoculated with each MO, and after predetermined periods, transfers were made from the contact area between the test specimen and the cultured agar and from the area that had not been in contact with the test specimens (control). The results were read as presence/absence of microbial growth and analyzed statistically using the Kruskal-Wallis test. It was concluded that the structural features and virulence of endodontopathic microorganisms determine their response to the sealers, independently of the time during which sealers act and the mechanism by which the antiseptic reaches the microorganism, which in this case was by direct contact.

Antimicrobial effect in vitro of chlorhexidine and calcium hydroxide impregnated gutta-percha points.

UNLABELLED: The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of points containing antiseptics used for temporary obturation in endodontics. Points containing calcium hydroxide (Roeko and Hygienic), and chlorhexidine (Roeko) were tested and gutta-percha points served as control (Meta Dental Corp.). The following microorganisms were studied: Streptococcus mutans (Sm), Enterococcus faecalis (Ef), Staphylococcus aureus (Sta), Candida albicans (Ca), Fusobacterium nucleatum (Fn) ATCC 25586, Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg) ATCC 33277, and Prevotella intermedia (Pi) ATCC 25611. The experiments were organized in three stages: 1st stage: one point of each kind was placed on agar plates previously seeded with microorganisms. 2nd stage: Another group of points was immersed in broth for 24 hours and placed on the seeded agar. Samples were then incubated at 37 degrees in the conditions of oxygen and for the time required by each microorganism. The zones of bacterial inhibition around each point were measured. The pH values of the broths were recorded. 3rd stage: the immersion broths were inoculated with suspensions of microorganisms, incubated, seeded on plates by dissemination and incubated. CFU counts were performed. RESULTS: points containing chlorhexidine showed inhibition zones with every microorganism in the 1st stage and, in the 2nd stage, with most of the microorganisms studied, except for Fn and Pi. Calcium hydroxide containing points did not inhibit any of the microorganisms assessed. Broth pH values did not exhibit any changes. CFU counts of the broths in which chlorhexidine points had been immersed showed total inhibition for all the microorganisms. The differences between materials were statistically significant (p<0.05) (ANOVA). In the conditions of this study, chlorhexidine-containing points proved to be effective against most of the tested strains.

Antimicrobial effect in vitro of chlorhexidine and calcium hydroxide impregnated gutta-percha points.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of points containing antiseptics used for temporary obturation in endodontics. Points containing calcium hydroxide (Roeko and Hygienic), and chlorhexidine (Roeko) were tested and gutta-percha points served as control (Meta Dental Corp.). The following microorganisms were studied: Streptococcus mutans (Sm), Enterococcus faecalis (Ef), Staphylococcus aureus (Sta), Candida albicans (Ca), Fusobacterium nucleatum (Fn) ATCC 25586, Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg) ATCC 33277, and Prevotella intermedia (Pi) ATCC 25611. The experiments were organized in three stages: 1st stage: one point of each kind was placed on agar plates previously seeded with microorganisms. 2nd stage: Another group of points was immersed in broth for 24 hours and placed on the seeded agar. Samples were then incubated at 37 degrees in the conditions of oxygen and for the time required by each microorganism. The zones of bacterial inhibition around each point were measured. The pH values of the broths were recorded. 3rd stage: the immersion broths were inoculated with suspensions of microorganisms, incubated, seeded on plates by dissemination and incubated. CFU counts were performed. RESULTS: points containing chlorhexidine showed inhibition zones with every microorganism in the 1st stage and, in the 2nd stage, with most of the microorganisms studied, except for Fn and Pi. Calcium hydroxide containing points did not inhibit any of the microorganisms assessed. Broth pH values did not exhibit any changes. CFU counts of the broths in which chlorhexidine points had been immersed showed total inhibition for all the microorganisms. The differences between materials were statistically significant (p<0.05) (ANOVA). In the conditions of this study, chlorhexidine-containing points proved to be effective against most of the tested strains.

Biomateriales en odontopediatría / Biomaterials in pediatric dentistry

Una actualización sobre biomateriales debe partir de los factores de éxito clínico: diagnóstico-material-técnica. En el caso de materiales que van a ser usados en la clínica odontopediátrica, hay ciertos puntos que deben ser tenidos en cuenta, como las diferencias anátomo-histológicas del sustrato, el tiempo disponible para llevar a cabo el tratamiento de acuerdo con la edad del paciente, las diferencias funcionales y la duración esperada en la restauración. Para ello es importante el conocimiento de las características de cada tipo de material, esto permitirá utilizarlos con la técnica adecuada que permita obtener lo mejor de sus propiedades y así aprovechar sus ventajas al máximo posible. En este trabajo se describen los materiales de uso más habitual en odontopediatría: ionómeros vítreos (convencionales e híbridos), composites (micropartículas, híbridos, condensables, inteligentes), compómeros. En cada caso, se describen sus características, indicaciones, manipulación, y adhesión

Biomateriales en odontopediatría / Biomaterials in pediatric dentistry

Una actualización sobre biomateriales debe partir de los factores de éxito clínico: diagnóstico-material-técnica. En el caso de materiales que van a ser usados en la clínica odontopediátrica, hay ciertos puntos que deben ser tenidos en cuenta, como las diferencias anátomo-histológicas del sustrato, el tiempo disponible para llevar a cabo el tratamiento de acuerdo con la edad del paciente, las diferencias funcionales y la duración esperada en la restauración. Para ello es importante el conocimiento de las características de cada tipo de material, esto permitirá utilizarlos con la técnica adecuada que permita obtener lo mejor de sus propiedades y así aprovechar sus ventajas al máximo posible. En este trabajo se describen los materiales de uso más habitual en odontopediatría: ionómeros vítreos (convencionales e híbridos), composites (micropartículas, híbridos, condensables, inteligentes), compómeros. En cada caso, se describen sus características, indicaciones, manipulación, y adhesión (AU)

Modificaciones de pH inducidas por conos de gutapercha que contienen hidroxido de calcio: informe preliminar / Modifications of pH inducing by gutta-percha cones containing calcium hydroxide: preliminary report

En este trabajo, se utilizaron conductos radicularesartificiales divididos en tres grupos y obturados de la siguiente forma: Grupo 1: con una pasta de Ca(OH2); Grupo 2: con cono unico de gutapercha que contiene Ca(OH2) en su formulacion; Grupo 3: impresionando el tercio apical con el mismo tipo de cono, habiendo sumergido previamente sus 4 mm apicales en agua destilada cuya temperatura era de 80§C. Los especimenes se conservaron a 37 §C en recipientes individuales con agua destilada, y las modificaciones de pH del medio que rodeaba los mismos se determinaron luego de 3, 24 y 48 horas de inmersion. Los resultados demostraron que los incrementos de pH obtenidos en los especimenes de los Grupos 1 y 2 fueron significativos para cada grupo considerado individualmente.