• Imaging Science in Dentistry
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• 제51권3호
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• pp.261-269
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• 2021

Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the radiopacities of various types of restorative materials with different thicknesses compared with enamel, dentin, and aluminum. Materials and Methods: Four bulk-fill resins, 2 hybrid ceramics, 2 micro-hybrid resin composites, 6 glass ionomer-based materials, 2 zinc phosphate cements, and an amalgam were used in the study. Twelve disk-shaped specimens were prepared from each of 17 restorative materials with thicknesses of 1 mm, 2 mm, and 4 mm (n=4). All the restorative material specimens with the same thickness, an aluminum (Al) step wedge, and enamel and dentin specimens were positioned on a phosphor storage plate and exposed using a dental X-ray unit. The mean gray values were measured on digital images and converted to equivalent Al thicknesses. Statistical analyses were performed using 2-way analysis of variance and the Bonferroni post hoc test(P<0.05). Results: Radiopacity was significantly affected by both the thickness and the material type (P<0.05). GCP Glass Fill had the lowest radiopacity value for samples of 1 mm thickness, while Vita Enamic had the lowest radiopacity value for 2-mm-thick and 4-mm-thick samples. The materials with the highest radiopacity values after the amalgam were zinc phosphate cements. Conclusion: Significant differences were observed in the radiopacities of restorative materials with different thicknesses. Radiopacity was affected by both the material type and thickness.

• 구강회복응용과학지
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• 제35권1호
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• pp.1-10
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• 2019

목적: 복합레진의 색조안정성에 있어서 연마가 영향을 주는지 알아보았다. 연구 재료 및 방법: 2 개의 벌크필 레진과 4개의 복합레진을 6 mm 너비, 4 mm 높이로 제작하여 광중합한 후 $34^{\circ}C$ 멸균 증류수에 24 시간 보관하고 분광광도계를 이용하여 CIE $L^*a^*b^*$ 값을 측정하였다. 시편을 연마 방법에 따라 대조군(Mylar strip 그룹), PoGo로 연마한 그룹, Sof-Lex Spiral wheels로 연마한 그룹으로 나누었다(n = 5). 색측정은 4 주 동안 매주 시행하였고 실험 기간 동안 시편은 $34^{\circ}C$ 멸균증류수에 보관하였다. 실험결과는 일반최소자승법으로 통계분석하였다(P < 0.05). 결과: 일반최소자승법 분석에 따르면 Sof-Lex Spiral wheels로 연마한 그룹의 ${\Delta}E$ 값이 PoGo로 연마한 그룹과 대조군의 ${\Delta}E$ 값보다 낮게 나타났다(P < 0.05). 복합레진을 연마한 그룹의 ${\Delta}E$ 값은 연마하지 않은 대조군의 ${\Delta}E$ 값보다 낮게 나타났다(P < 0.05). 복합레진 비교시 Filtek Z250과 Filtek Z350 XT Universal restorative는 모든 기간에서 통계적 차이가 나타나지 않았으며 Tetric N-Ceram Bulk Fill은 1, 2, 3주에서 통계적으로 낮은 ${\Delta}E$ 값을 나타냈다(P < 0.05). 결론: 이번 연구의 한계점을 감안하면 연마 방법은 복합레진의 색조안정성에 영향을 미친다. Sof-Lex Spiral wheels로 연마한 그룹이 PoGo로 연마한 그룹보다 변색에 더 큰 저항을 보여주었다.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제44권1호
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• pp.1.1-1.12
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• 2019

Objectives: The aim of this in vitro study was to test the effect of 2 finishing-polishing sequences (QB, combining a 12/15-fluted finishing bur and an EVO-Light polisher; QWB, adding a 30-fluted polishing bur after the 12/15-fluted finishing bur used in the QB sequence) on 5 nanotech-based resin composites (Filtek Z500, Ceram X Mono, Ceram X Duo, Tetric Evoceram, and Tetric Evoceram Bulk Fill) by comparing their final surface roughness and hardness values to those of a Mylar strip control group (MS). Materials and Methods: Twelve specimens of each nanocomposite were prepared in Teflon moulds. The surface of each resin composite was finished with QB (5 samples), QWB (5 samples), or MS (2 samples), and then evaluated (60 samples). Roughness was analysed with an optical profilometer, microhardness was tested with a Vickers indenter, and the surfaces were examined by optical and scanning electron microscopy. Data were analysed using the Kruskal-Wallis test (p < 0.05) followed by the Dunn test. Results: For the hardness and roughness of nanocomposite resin, the QWB sequence was significantly more effective than QB (p < 0.05). The Filtek Z500 showed significantly harder surfaces regardless of the finishing-polishing sequence (p < 0.05). Conclusions: QWB yielded the best values of surface roughness and hardness. The hardness and roughness of the 5 nanocomposites presented less significant differences when QWB was used.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제49권1호
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• pp.9.1-9.14
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• 2024

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of pomegranate solution (Punica granatum) on eroded dentin through antioxidant action, shear bond strength (SBS) and interface morphology. Materials and Methods: The 10% pomegranate peel extract was prepared by the lyophilization method. Punicalagin polyphenol was confirmed by high-performance liquid chromatography. Antioxidant activity was evaluated by capturing the 2,2-diphenyl1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical. For the SBS, 48 dentin fragments were divided into sound or eroded, and subdivided according to the pretreatment (n = 12): water or P. granatum. The surfaces were restored with self-etch adhesive and a bulk-fill resin (Ecosite; DMG). The SBS was done immediately (24 hours) and after thermal cycling + water storage (12 months). For scanning electron microscopy, 48 dentin fragments (24 sound and 24 eroded) received the same treatments as for SBS (n = 6), and they were analyzed after 24 hours and 12 months. Results: The P. granatum had antioxidant action similar (p = 0.246) to the phenolic standard antioxidants. After 24 hours, eroded dentin had lower SBS than sound dentin (p < 0.001), regardless of the pretreatment. After 12 months, P. granatum maintained the SBS of sound dentin (13.46 ± 3.42 MPa) and eroded dentin (10.96 ± 1.90 MPa) statistically similar. The lowest values were found on eroded dentin treated with water (5.75 ± 1.65 MPa) (p < 0.001). P. granatum on eroded dentin caused peritubular demineralization and hybrid layer with resin tags. Conclusions: The pomegranate extract had antioxidant action and preserved the adhesive interface of the eroded dentin.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제26권1호
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• pp.32-40
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• 2001

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of various polymerization techniques on the microleakage of compomer restorations. Fifty extracted human premolars and molar were used and randomly divided into 5 groups. After cavity preparation, compomer (F2000$^{\circledR}$) was filled according to the manufacturer's directions. All groups, except group 5, were filled using an incremental technique. Group 1 was polymerized for 40 seconds at a continuous 485mW/$\textrm{cm}^2$ with a VIP$^{\circledR}$(Bisco, USA) light cure unit. Group 2 was polymerized for 20 seconds at 345mW/$\textrm{cm}^2$ and then for 20 seconds at 645mW/$\textrm{cm}^2$ with the VIP equation omitted light cure unit. Group 3 was polymerized at 400mW/$\textrm{cm}^2$, gradually increased to 50mW/$\textrm{cm}^2$ 10 seconds until 550mW/$\textrm{cm}^2$ was reached; total 40 seconds with a Spectrum 800$^{\circledR}$ (Dentsply Caulk, USA) light cure unit. Group 4 was polymerized for 3 seconds using an incremental technique with a Flipo$^{\circledR}$ (LOKKi, France) light cure unit. Group 5 was polymerized for 3 seconds using a bulk fill technique with the Flipo$^{\circledR}$ light cure unit. The specimens were embedded with acrylic resin, and were sectioned with diamond saws in a mesiodistal direction along the longitudinal axis of the tooth so as to pass through the center of the restoration, and three surfaces (occlusal, pulpal, and gingival) were examined with SEM. The results were as follows ; 1. Group 5 showed a significantly larger gaps compared to other groups on the gingival, occlusal, and pulpal walls. 2. All groups except group 5 had no statistically significant gap on the gingival, occlusal, and pulpal walls. 3. There was no significant correlation between the amount of enamel on the gingival and occlusal walls and polymerization shrinkage.