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The curing light dilemma.

Gordon J Christensen1

  • 1Clinical Research Associates, Provo, Utah 84604, USA.

Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|June 27, 2002
PubMed
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Current light-curing technologies adequately cure dental composites. Faster curing lights are a professional trend, and experienced users find no clinical or scientific reasons to avoid them.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Current light-curing technologies are effective for dental resin-based composites when used as directed.
  • A growing trend in dentistry favors faster curing times for resin-based composites.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the adequacy of existing light-curing technologies.
  • To assess the trend towards faster curing of resin-based composites.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current light-curing technologies and their efficacy.
  • Clinical experience with fast-curing lights over several years.

Main Results:

  • All available light-curing technologies perform adequately under recommended usage.
  • No scientific or clinical contraindications were identified for using faster curing lights.

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Conclusions:

  • Existing light-curing technologies meet current professional standards.
  • Faster curing lights are a viable and effective option for resin-based composite restoration.