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A Comparative Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Four Different Restorative Materials: An In Vitro Study
Nahid Iftikhar1, Devashish2, Binita Srivastava1
1Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Santosh Dental College and Hospital, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Objectives:
The purpose of this study is to compare the mechanical properties (compressive strength (CS) and diametral tensile strength (DTS)) of four different restorative materials: conventional glass ionomer (Fuji IX), ClearFil AP-X, Filtex Z350-XT, and Cention N.
Materials And Methods:
Specimens (n = 80) were prepared from Fuji IX, ClearFil AP-X, Filtex Z350-XT, and Cention N for testing compressive strength and DTS.
Statistical Analysis:
Results obtained were subjected to one-way ANOVA and Tukey's post hoc test at significance (p < 0.001).
Results:
There were significant differences among restorative materials tested. ClearFil AP-X exhibits the highest mechanical properties (CS and DTS) and least values were obtained by the Fuji IX.
Conclusion:
Strength is one of the most important criteria for the selection of a restorative material. Stronger materials better resist deformation and fracture, presenting more equitable stress distribution, greater probability, and greater stability of clinical success.
How To Cite This Article:
Iftikhar N, Devashish, et al. A Comparative Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Four Different Restorative Materials: An In Vitro Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2019;12(1):47-49.
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