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Fluoride concentration and profile in different cementum surfaces
M Soyman1, H Ulukapi, S Oztezcan
1Istanbul University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Conservative Dentistry, Türkiye.
Journal of Marmara University Dental Faculty
|May 7, 1998
Summary
Incisors with exposed cementum are unsuitable for fluoride studies. Researchers should use teeth without gingival recession or unerupted teeth for accurate cementum fluoride uptake research.
Area of Science:
- Dental research
- Fluoride and cementum analysis
Background:
- Cementum fluoride concentration is crucial for dental research.
- Understanding variations in cementum fluoride levels across different tooth types is necessary.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine fluoride concentration in various cementum surfaces across different tooth groups.
- To identify optimal teeth and tooth surfaces for cementum-related studies, particularly concerning fluoride uptake.
Main Methods:
- Direct measurement of phosphorus and fluoride.
- Analysis of acid etch biopsy solutions from different tooth groups.
Main Results:
- Incisors with exposed cementum showed the least appropriate fluoride concentration for studies.
- Significant variations in fluoride levels were observed among different tooth groups and surfaces.
Conclusions:
- Teeth without gingival recession are recommended for cementum fluoride studies.
- Unerupted teeth are also suggested as a suitable alternative for investigating fluoride uptake in cementum.