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Márcia Daronch1, Frederick A Rueggeberg, Linda Moss

  • 1Department of Dental Materials, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.

Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry : Official Publication of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry ... [Et Al.]
|November 7, 2006
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Composite preheating offers benefits, but understanding its limitations is key. Preheating composite in the syringe maximizes delivery temperature, and reheating unused material reduces waste without affecting conversion.

Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Dental Materials Science

Background:

  • Investigating composite preheating is crucial for clinicians to understand associated variables.
  • The use of composite preheating devices requires further examination.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine multiple aspects of using a commercial composite preheating device (Calset, AdDent Inc.).

Main Methods:

  • K-type thermocouple used to record real-time temperature of heating units and composite compules.
  • Measured parameters included maximum heater/composite temperature, stability, temperature change upon injection, delivery system effect, and monomer conversion after repeated/extended preheating.
  • Monomer conversion assessed via infrared spectroscopy after cycling or 24-hour preheating; data analyzed using statistical tests (Student's t-test, ANOVA, Tukey-Kramer).

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Main Results:

  • Two of three units reached preset temperatures; composite temperature closely matched the heating unit.
  • A significant temperature drop (50% within 2 minutes) occurred upon removal from the heater.
  • Preheating in the syringe yielded higher delivery temperatures (p < 0.00); optimal use required immediate dispensing.
  • Neither repeated nor extended preheating significantly impacted monomer conversion.

Conclusions:

  • Composite preheating has benefits but requires awareness of limitations.
  • Reheating unused composite does not affect its degree of conversion, reducing material waste.
  • Preheating composite within the delivery syringe enhances extruded composite temperature.