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A comparison of two indirect bonding adhesives
Peter G Miles1, Robert J Weyant
1Division of Pediatric and Developmental Dental Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA. pmiles@beautifulsmiles.com.au
The Angle Orthodontist
|February 2, 2006
Summary
This study compared Maximum Cure (MC) and Filtek Flow (FF) adhesives for indirect bonding. Both showed low bracket failure rates, making them suitable for clinical use.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontics
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Indirect bonding is a common orthodontic technique.
- Adhesive selection impacts bracket retention and treatment success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare clinical failure rates of chemically cured Maximum Cure (MC) and light-cured Filtek Flow (FF) adhesives.
- To evaluate the efficacy of these adhesives in an indirect bonding technique over six months.
Main Methods:
- A split-mouth study design with 112 patients.
- Alternating quadrants received either MC or FF adhesive for indirect bracket bonding.
- Bracket failures were recorded over a six-month period and analyzed using a Wilcoxon signed ranks test.
Main Results:
- Overall failure rates were low: 2.9% for MC and 2.4% for FF (P = .95).
- Significant differences were observed in specific arches: maxillary arch showed higher failure for FF (P = .02), while the mandibular arch showed higher failure for MC (P = .03).
Conclusions:
- Both Maximum Cure and Filtek Flow adhesives are suitable for indirect bracket bonding.
- Low failure rates suggest either adhesive can be recommended, with operator preference being a key factor in selection.
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