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Fluoride release from newly marketed fluoride varnishes
Beth L Jablonowski1, Joseph A Bartoloni, Donna M Hensley
1Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX, USA.
Quintessence International (Berlin, Germany : 1985)
|February 3, 2012
Summary
New fluoride varnishes show varied fluoride release rates. Enamel Pro released the most fluoride, while Vanish XT released the least, differing significantly from traditional varnishes.
Area of Science:
- Dental Materials Science
- Biomaterials
Background:
- Fluoride varnishes are crucial for caries prevention.
- New formulations aim to optimize fluoride delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- Compare fluoride release from new (Enamel Pro, Vanish XT) and traditional (Duraphat, Vanish) fluoride varnishes.
- Evaluate both cumulative fluoride release and release rate.
Main Methods:
- Extracted molars were sectioned and treated with different fluoride varnishes.
- Fluoride concentration in artificial saliva was measured over time.
- Statistical analysis (ANOVA) was used to compare release patterns.
Main Results:
- Enamel Pro exhibited the highest cumulative fluoride release.
- Vanish XT demonstrated the lowest cumulative fluoride release.
- Fluoride release rates varied significantly, with Enamel Pro > Vanish > Duraphat > Vanish XT.
Conclusions:
- Newly marketed Enamel Pro and Vanish XT show distinct fluoride release profiles.
- These new varnishes differ significantly from conventional Duraphat and Vanish formulations.
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