Surface roughness of new microhybrid resin-based composites

Gedik R., Hurmuzlu F., Coskun A., Bektas O., Ozdemir A.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION, vol.136, no.8, pp.1106-1112, 2005 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 136 Issue: 8
  • Publication Date: 2005
  • Doi Number: 10.14219/jada.archive.2005.0314
  • Journal Name: JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.1106-1112
  • Keywords: microhybrid resin-based composite, surface roughness, finishing, polishing, TOOTH-COLORED RESTORATIVES, FINISHING INSTRUMENTS, POLISHING TECHNIQUES, POSTERIOR COMPOSITE, SYSTEMS, WEAR
  • Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: No

Abstract

Background. Rough, poorly polished resin-based composite (RBC) surfaces contribute to staining, plaque accumulation, gingival irritation and recurrent caries. Proper finishing and polishing enhance both the esthetics and the longevity of restored teeth.