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Principles of enamel etching

D Galan1, E Lynch

  • 1Faculty of Dentistry, University of Manitoba, Canada.

Journal of the Irish Dental Association
|January 1, 1993
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The acid-etch technique and composite resins revolutionized dentistry. Research continues to optimize resin-to-enamel bonding for improved dental restorations.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Dental Materials Science
  • Biomaterials

Background:

  • The acid-etch technique, introduced by Buonocore in 1955, significantly advanced restorative dentistry.
  • Early attempts using acrylic resins proved inadequate for intraoral stress.
  • Rafael Bowen's development of composite resins (monomer-filler system) enabled the acid-etch technique's clinical success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical development of resin-to-enamel bonding.
  • To explore current research focused on optimizing resin-enamel adhesion.
  • To understand the evolution of dental restorative materials and techniques.

Main Methods:

  • Historical literature review of dental innovations.
  • Analysis of research on acid-etch technique efficacy.

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  • Examination of composite resin composition and properties.

    • Main Results:

    • The acid-etch technique, combined with composite resins, is a cornerstone of modern restorative dentistry.
    • Buonocore's foundational work laid the groundwork for adhesive dentistry.
    • Bowen's composite resin formulation was critical for the technique's viability.

    Conclusions:

    • The synergy between the acid-etch technique and composite resins transformed dental restorations.
    • Ongoing research aims to further enhance the durability and longevity of resin-enamel bonds.
    • Optimizing resin-to-enamel bonding remains a key objective in dental material science.