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Drawing and Hydrophobicity-patterning Long Polydimethylsiloxane Silicone Filaments

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Polymer-Based Direct Filling Materials.

Carmem S Pfeifer¹

¹Division of Biomaterials and Biomechanics, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Oregon Health & Science University, 2730 Southwest Moody Avenue, Room 6N036, Portland, OR 97201, USA.

Dental Clinics of North America

|September 10, 2017

Summary

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This review covers recent advancements in polymer-based dental composites, including bulk fill and self-adhesive materials. Future research aims to enhance the longevity of dental composite restorations.

Keywords:

Caries Clinical longevity Dental composites Polymerization

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Area of Science:

Dentistry
Materials Science

Background:

Current dental restorative materials and classifications are briefly reviewed.
Focus is on polymer-based direct filling materials developed in the last decade.
Recent innovations include bulk fill composites and self-adhesive materials.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the latest developments in polymer-based direct filling materials.
To highlight clinical evidence for bulk fill and self-adhesive materials.
To introduce cutting-edge research and future outlook for composite restorations.

Main Methods:

Literature review of polymer-based direct filling materials.
Emphasis on studies and products from the past 10 years.
Inclusion of bulk fill composites and self-adhesive materials.

Main Results:

Recent developments in bulk fill composites and self-adhesive materials are presented.
Limited but available clinical evidence supports their success.
Emerging research areas and future trends are identified.

Conclusions:

Polymer-based direct filling materials have seen significant advancements.
Bulk fill and self-adhesive composites show promise for improved clinical outcomes.
Ongoing research is crucial for enhancing the service life of dental restorations.