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Evaluating the Effects of Different Polishing Methods on Color Stability of Dental Restorations in Pediatric Dentistry
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Surface finishing of resin-modified glass ionomer
Priscila Liporoni1, Luis Alexandre Paulillo, Jaime Aparecido Cury
1Department of Operative and Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry UNICAMP, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
Abstract:
This study utilized spectrophotometry to evaluate in vitro superficial dye deposition on resin-modified glass ionomer, following different surface finishing and polishing treatments. Materials that were photocured adjacent to the mylar strip produced the surfaces with the lowest mean after superficial staining. A restorative technique without excesses resulted in a smoother surface and prolonged the life of the restoration. The resin-modified glass ionomers tested offer adequate clinical performance.