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Remaining methacrylate groups in composite restorative materials.

I E Ruyter, S A Svendsen

    Acta Odontologica Scandinavica
    |January 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Six composite materials showed varying degrees of polymerization, with 25-48% unreacted methacrylate groups remaining after 24 hours. Monomer composition influences the conversion rate in dental composites.

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    Area of Science:

    • Materials Science
    • Polymer Chemistry
    • Dental Materials

    Background:

    • Dental composite resins are widely used restorative materials.
    • The degree of polymerization (conversion) affects the mechanical properties and longevity of dental composites.
    • Quantifying unreacted methacrylate groups is crucial for understanding composite performance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the quantity of unreacted methacrylate groups in six proprietary polymerized composite materials.
    • To assess the degree of conversion of commercially available dental composites.
    • To correlate differences in conversion rates with monomer composition.

    Main Methods:

    • Infrared multiple internal reflection spectroscopy (IR-MIRS) was employed.
    • Measurements were taken before and after polymerization at 37°C for 24 hours.
    • Surface properties were prepared to simulate bulk properties for accurate analysis.

    Main Results:

    • The percentage of remaining unreacted methacrylate groups ranged from 25% to 48% across the six composites.
    • Significant differences in the degree of conversion were observed among the tested materials.
    • The study confirmed varying conversion rates 24 hours post-polymerization.

    Conclusions:

    • Commercially available dental composite materials exhibit diverse degrees of polymerization.
    • The monomer composition of composite restorative resins is a key factor influencing their conversion rates.
    • Understanding these variations is essential for selecting appropriate dental materials.

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