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[SEM observation for composite resin filler].

K Yao1, O Kohara, M Chikamori

  • 1Department of Pedodontics, Osaka Dental University.

Shoni Shikagaku Zasshi. the Japanese Journal of Pedodontics
|January 1, 1990
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This study presents methods to distinguish composite resin fillers using SEM. Treatments like acetone, fluoric acid, and polishing effectively differentiate filler types for material analysis.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Dental Materials

Context:

  • Composite resins are widely used dental restorative materials.
  • The composition and type of fillers significantly influence composite resin properties.
  • Accurate identification of filler types is crucial for material characterization and quality control.

Purpose:

  • To establish reliable methods for distinguishing various filler types within composite resins.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of different surface treatments and chemical etching techniques for filler identification.
  • To enable classification of prepolymerized fillers based on their inorganic filler morphology.

Summary:

  • Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was employed to observe composite resin surfaces after various treatments.
  • Acetone treatment revealed inorganic and prepolymerized filler protrusions, including submicron and microfillers.

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  • Subsequent fluoric acid etching dissolved inorganic fillers, creating pores and revealing microporous prepolymerized filler surfaces, allowing classification based on inorganic filler form.
  • Polishing followed by fluoric acid etching further enhanced the observation of filler microstructure, particularly sintered fillers, facilitating clear differentiation of filler types.

    • Impact:

    • Provides a systematic approach for identifying and classifying fillers in composite resins.
    • Enhances the understanding of composite resin microstructure and filler-matrix interactions.
    • Aids in quality control and material selection in restorative dentistry and materials science.