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In vivo fluoride uptake in enamel and dentin from fluoride-containing materials.
L Skartveit1, A B Tveit, B Tøtdal
1School of Dentistry, University of Bergen, Norway.
ASDC Journal of Dentistry for Children
|March 1, 1990
Summary
Fluoride materials effectively deposit fluoride into cavity walls, demonstrating anticariogenic potential. Deeper fluoride penetration was observed in dentin than in enamel.
Area of Science:
- Dental Materials Science
- Cariology
- Fluoride Chemistry
Background:
- Anticariogenic properties of materials are often linked to fluoride deposition.
- Understanding fluoride penetration is crucial for evaluating material efficacy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the fluoride-depositing capability of materials.
- To compare fluoride penetration depths in enamel and dentin.
Main Methods:
- Evaluation of fluoride-containing materials.
- Measurement of fluoride penetration into cavity walls (enamel and dentin).
Main Results:
- Significant fluoride penetration depths were achieved in all tested groups.
- Fluoride penetration was consistently greater in dentin compared to enamel.
Conclusions:
- Fluoride-containing materials exhibit promising anticariogenic potential through fluoride deposition.
- Dentin serves as a more receptive substrate for fluoride penetration than enamel.