Effect of Glass Fiber on Dental Restorations
Author Information
Author(s): Dudás Csaba, Kardos Emánuel, Székely Melinda, Ádám Lea, Bardocz-Veres Zsuzsanna, Szőllősi Evelyn, Jánosi Kinga Mária, Kerekes-Máthé Bernadette
Primary Institution: George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mureș
Hypothesis
There are no significant differences in the marginal microleakage of Class II restorations when using different dental adhesives with or without glass fiber reinforcement.
Conclusion
Glass fiber strips significantly reduced microleakage in composite restorations, regardless of the adhesive used.
Supporting Evidence
- Composite restorations reinforced with glass fiber showed significantly reduced dye infiltration compared to the control group.
- A significant difference was observed between the two adhesives used.
- The study was approved by the Ethics Committee for Scientific Research.
- Written informed consent was obtained from patients before tooth extraction.
Takeaway
Using glass fiber strips in dental fillings helps prevent leaks, making the fillings last longer.
Methodology
Class II cavities were prepared on extracted human molars, filled with composite resin, and tested for dye penetration to assess microleakage.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and used only one type of composite and two adhesives, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Extracted human molars from orthodontic or periodontal patients.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = 0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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