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Bonding efficiency and durability: current possibilities
Adriana Bona Matos1, Livia Tosi Trevelin1, Beatriz Togoro Ferreira da Silva1
1Universidade de São Paulo - USP, School of Dentistry, Department of Operative Dentistry, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
Brazilian Oral Research
|September 14, 2017
Summary
Dental bonding agents are crucial for restorations but degrade in the mouth. This review explores strategies to prevent degradation and improve the longevity of dental adhesive restorations.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Dental adhesives and composites are essential for modern restorative dentistry.
- Clinicians face challenges selecting appropriate bonding agents due to variety and clinical situations.
- Durable adhesive interfaces are a concern due to degradation in the oral environment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current and developing strategies for preventing degradation of dental adhesive interfaces.
- To inform dental professionals about methods to enhance restoration longevity.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of strategies to prevent degradation of dental bonding agents.
- Analysis of techniques and materials aimed at improving adhesive interface durability.
Main Results:
- Various strategies exist to mitigate bonding complex degradation.
- No single strategy completely prevents degradation, but alternatives can increase restoration lifespan.
Conclusions:
- Awareness of preventive strategies is crucial for dental professionals.
- Implementing these strategies can significantly improve the durability of adhesive dental restorations.
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