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Piszko A, Piszko PJ, Lubojański A, Grzebieluch W, Szymonowicz M, Dobrzyński M. Brief Narrative Review on Commercial Dental Sealants-Comparison with Respect to Their Composition and Potential Modifications. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:6453. [PMID: 37834590 PMCID: PMC10573513 DOI: 10.3390/ma16196453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Revised: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/26/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023]
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The scope of this paper is to compare different dental sealants and flow materials indicated for sealing pits and fissures considering their chemical formula. The narrative review aims to address the following questions: What is the essence of different dental sealants' activity, how does their chemical formula affect their mechanisms of caries prevention, and what makes a dental sealant efficient mean of caries prevention? Another vital issue is whether the sealants that contain fluoride, or any other additions, have potentially increased antimicrobial properties. An electronic search of the PubMed, Cochrane, Web of Science, and Scopus databases was performed. The following keywords were used: (dental sealants) AND (chemical composition). Additionally, information about composition and indications for clinical use provided by manufacturers were utilized. All of the considered materials are indicated for use both in permanent and primary dentition for sealing fissures, pits, and foramina caeca. The selection of suitable material should be made individually and adjusted to conditions of the sealing procedure and patient's needs. Cariostatic mechanisms increasing sealants' effectiveness such as fluoride release are desired in modern dentistry appreciating preventive approach. The review aims are to find crucial elements of sealants' composition which affect their cariostatic mechanisms.
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- Aleksandra Piszko
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Preclinical Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wrocław, Poland; (A.L.); (M.D.)
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- Department of Polymer Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Chemistry, Wrocław University of Science and Technology (WUST), wyb. Wyspiańskiego 27, 50-370 Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Preclinical Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wrocław, Poland; (A.L.); (M.D.)
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- Laboratory for Digital Dentistry, Department of Conservative Dentistry with Endodontics, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Pre-Clinical Research Centre, Wroclaw Medical University, wyb. Ludwika Pasteura 1, 50-367 Wrocław, Poland;
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Preclinical Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wrocław, Poland; (A.L.); (M.D.)
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Aggarwal P, Anand P, Singh K, Jhingan P, Malik M, Mathur S. Comparison of micromorphological changes in enamel using SEM analysis after conventional and erbium, chromium:yttrium, scandium, gallium, and garnet hard-tissue laser fissurotomy: An in vitro study. J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent 2023; 41:253-257. [PMID: 37861641 DOI: 10.4103/jisppd.jisppd_214_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2023] Open
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Background Well articulated by John Knowles - "Everything has to evolve or else it perishes." With the paradigm shift of emphasis toward the prevention of dental caries, it has been proven that laser irradiation protects against both caries initiation and caries progression. Aim The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare the micromorphology of caries-free extracted premolars using a Scanning electron microscope (SEM) after fissurotomy by conventional fissurotomy bur and erbium, chromium: yttrium, scandium, gallium, and garnet (ER, CR: YSGG) hard-tissue laser. Methodology Sixty caries-free premolars extracted atraumatically for orthodontic treatment were included in the study. The samples were divided into two groups randomly (Group 1: fissurotomy by bur, n = 30, and Group 2: fissurotomy by hard-tissue laser, n = 30). Each sample was further divided into halves from the occlusal surface wherein one-half of the occlusal surface received fissurotomy procedure and the other half was control. Samples were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) for micromorphological changes. Results Profile image of control samples revealed the disorganization of enamel surface at the junction of fissures forming a heterogeneous tissue and agglomeration of enamel with deep pit and fissure. On the contrary, the image of experimented samples (with laser fissurotomy) showed smooth enamel surface and homogeneous enamel subsurface with wider pit and fissure owing to self-cleansing ability. Conclusion On the grounds of the present study results, it could be concluded that the intervention of ER, CR: YSGG hard-tissue laser possesses self-cleansable pit and fissures for caries prevention and has the potential to irradicate the smear layer entirely for superior attachment of remineralizing agents.
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- Priyanka Aggarwal
- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, ITS-CDSR, Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, ITS-CDSR, Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, ITS-CDSR, Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, ITS-CDSR, Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, ITS-CDSR, Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, ITS-CDSR, Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Ng TCH, Chu CH, Yu OY. A concise review of dental sealants in caries management. FRONTIERS IN ORAL HEALTH 2023; 4:1180405. [PMID: 37138858 PMCID: PMC10149715 DOI: 10.3389/froh.2023.1180405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023] Open
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This concise review provides an update of the use of dental sealants. Dental sealants protect a tooth from caries development by providing a physical barrier to microorganism colonisation and creating a favorable environment for patients to clean. Some sealants release fluoride ions to promote remineralization. Dental sealants can be applied on pits and fissures of primary and permanent teeth to prevent and arrest early enamel caries. They are effective in caries prevention. The preventive fraction of resin sealant is up to 61% after 5 years. Dental sealants can be classified as resin, glass ionomer and hybrid (compomer or giomer) according to the material. Recent studies from 2012 to 2022 showed resin sealant has a high retention rate of up to 80% after 2 years, whereas glass ionomer sealants is 44%. Chemical etching with 37% phosphoric acid is the standard of care, whereas laser or air-abrasion cannot does not increase the sealant retention rate. Moist control is critical and studies found the use of rubber dam and cotton rolls had similar success for sealant retention. The longevity of dental sealant is also associated with clinical operative factors, including approaches of moisture control, enamel pretreatment, selection of dental adhesive, and time of acid etching.
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Shingare PR, Chaugule V, Pankey N, Kakade P. Comparative Evaluation of Penetrative and Adaptive Properties of Unfilled and Filled Resin-Based Sealants When Placed using Conventional acid Etching, Lasing, and Fissurotomy Bur Technique of Enamel Preparation: An in vitro Scanning Electron Microscope Study. Contemp Clin Dent 2022; 13:349-355. [PMID: 36686990 PMCID: PMC9855269 DOI: 10.4103/ccd.ccd_227_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2021] [Revised: 09/14/2021] [Accepted: 10/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Background There is a confusion regarding selection of unfilled or filled sealant and method of enamel preparation before sealant application. This study was carried out to compare three techniques of enamel preparation using both unfilled and filled type of sealants. Objective The objective of the study is to assess the penetrative and adaptive ability of filled and unfilled sealants in three techniques of enamel fissure preparations. Materials and Methods Total 36 extracted teeth were divided into 3 groups, each containing 12 samples. The samples of Group A were prepared by conventional acid etching with 37% phosphoric acid, and the Group B was subjected to Er: YAG lasing, while in Group C, fissurotomy followed by acid etching was done. The sealant placement was carried out using split tooth design in all the samples. Assessment of penetration and adaptation was done under scanning electron microscope using the scoring criteria adopted by Kane B et al. and Dukic W et al. Results Group A and Group C showed better adaptation than Group B. Statistically, no significant difference was observed in the penetration property among three techniques. Similarly, the unfilled and filled sealant showed statistically nonsignificant results for the penetration and adaptation comparison. Conclusion Irrespective of the sealant material selected, the conventional method of acid etching alone or in conjunction with fissurotomy bur for better retentiveness seems to be an acceptable choice of treatment modality. The study will help the clinicians to choose the sealant material and technique of enamel preparation.
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- Poonam Ramrao Shingare
- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Government Dental College and Hospital, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Amargadh, Saurashtra, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Yerla Medical Trust's Dental College and Hospital, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental School, Charholi, Lohegaon, Pune, Maharashtra, India
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Labunet A, Tonea A, Kui A, Sava S. The Use of Laser Energy for Etching Enamel Surfaces in Dentistry-A Scoping Review. MATERIALS 2022; 15:ma15061988. [PMID: 35329440 PMCID: PMC8949169 DOI: 10.3390/ma15061988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2022] [Revised: 02/22/2022] [Accepted: 03/04/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND In dental practice, different situations require etching the enamel layer. Acid etching, the present golden standard, may be replaced by other methods, such as laser etching. The main focus of our scoping review is to assess the existent literature regarding the effectiveness of different types of lasers, to identify the main aspects studied so far, and to understand where new search strategies are needed. METHODS The search was conducted in several databases focusing on the laser etching of human definitive enamel. We included English language articles published between January 2000 and December 2021. RESULTS The 34 articles reviewed showed that hard lasers, Er:YAG, Er,Cr:YAG, may represent an alternative etching method on enamel surfaces. They create a fractured, irregular surface and open dentin tubules, highly suitable for adhesion but with a lower risk of cavity formation. Nd:YAG, CO2, and Diode lasers do not help in creating sufficient shear bond strength. There is, however, evidence suggesting that microcracks in the enamel layer may appear after thermomechanical ablation using laser energy. CONCLUSIONS While the use of acid etching is still successfully used for enamel conditioning, some researchers have emphasized the role played by saliva in the enamel-remineralization process a few days after the procedure. In this context, laser energy can be used, especially for bonding ceramic brackets in the case of orthodontic treatments. However, as thermomechanical ablation can generate microcracks, further research is required in order to establish clear findings concerning the use of laser energy on enamel etching.
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- Anca Labunet
- Dental Materials and Ergonomics Discipline, Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400089 Cluj Napoca, Romania; (A.L.); (A.T.); (S.S.)
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- Dental Materials and Ergonomics Discipline, Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400089 Cluj Napoca, Romania; (A.L.); (A.T.); (S.S.)
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- Prosthetic Dentistry Discipline, Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400006 Cluj Napoca, Romania
- Correspondence:
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- Dental Materials and Ergonomics Discipline, Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400089 Cluj Napoca, Romania; (A.L.); (A.T.); (S.S.)
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Amend S, Frankenberger R, Boutsiouki C, Scharrelmann V, Winter J, Krämer N. Microleakage of pit and fissure sealings placed after enamel conditioning with phosphoric acid or with self-etching primers/adhesives. Clin Exp Dent Res 2021; 7:763-771. [PMID: 33829669 PMCID: PMC8543474 DOI: 10.1002/cre2.420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2020] [Revised: 02/06/2021] [Accepted: 02/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background It is still not fully understood what pretreatment is best for achieving maximum tightness for pit and fissure sealings (PFS). Aim This study investigated microleakage of PFS placed after etching with phosphoric acid or after the application of self‐etching primers/adhesives (SEPA). Design 131 third molars were assigned to ten groups. In Hel‐P, Helioseal® was applied after phosphoric acid etching. In the other groups, SEPA were used (Dyr‐AP: Adper™ Prompt™ L‐Pop™, Dyract® Seal; Bea: BeautiSealant Primer and Paste; Hel‐Exp: Experimental primer, Helioseal®; Hel‐Cl: Clearfil™ SE Bond1, Helioseal®). Specimens were stored in distilled water at 37°C (28 days), followed by 3500 thermocycles and staining with 5% methylene blue (M) or 5% silver nitrate (S). After methylene blue staining and sectioning, microleakage was assessed light microscopically. During silver nitrate staining, specimens were dissolved by 32% HCl and remaining PFS were evaluated under a SEM. Results Tightness, percentage of penetrated area, and maximum dye penetration were best for Hel‐P and Hel‐Cl (p < 0.05). Conclusions Phosphoric acid etching of enamel and Clearfil™ SE Bond resulted in the best sealing quality. Methylene blue staining allowed the evaluation of more criteria (fissure shape, voids, sealant penetration depth) compared to silver nitrate.
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- Stefanie Amend
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Dental School, University of Marburg and University Medical Center Giessen and Marburg, Campus Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry, Endodontics, and Pediatric Dentistry, Dental School, University of Marburg and University Medical Center Giessen and Marburg, Campus Marburg, Marburg, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Dental School, University of Marburg and University Medical Center Giessen and Marburg, Campus Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Dental School, University of Marburg and University Medical Center Giessen and Marburg, Campus Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Operative Dentistry, Endodontics, and Pediatric Dentistry, Dental School, University of Marburg and University Medical Center Giessen and Marburg, Campus Marburg, Marburg, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Dental School, University of Marburg and University Medical Center Giessen and Marburg, Campus Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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Muntean A, Sarosi C, Sava S, Moldovan M, Condurache AI, Delean AG. Dental Sealant Composition-Retention Assessment in Young Permanent Molars. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14071646. [PMID: 33801674 PMCID: PMC8036559 DOI: 10.3390/ma14071646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2021] [Revised: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 03/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Tooth decay in children and adolescents remains a public health problem, despite prophylaxis and preventive measures being largely available. The aim of our study was to evaluate the clinical behavior of four dental sealants, related to first permanent molar topography and patient age (when sealant was applied for the first time). We assessed, by means of visual inspection and palpation with a dental probe, a group of 200 children, enrolled corresponding to school age-grade (mean age of 7 years at baseline) and randomly divided according to the material used as dental sealant (Admira seal©, Embrace Wet Bond©, Fotoseal©, GC Fuji Triaje©) in 4 groups (n = 50). Sealant clinical evaluation was made at 6-, 12-, 18-month intervals for dental material retention assessment. At 6 months, the sealant detached the most from 3.6 molars, and the material used was Fotoseal© (27.6%). At 12 months, Fotoseal© (48.3%) and GC Fuji Triaje© (41.4%) from 3.6 molars express detachment. At 18 months, 4.6. molars sealed with Admira Seal© (25.7%) and Embrace Wet Bond© (28.6%) lost the sealant. We noticed less detachment in maxillary molars and if sealant was applied around 7 years of age. In conclusion, sealant application on first permanent molars must be encouraged and practitioners can choose between various materials available.
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- Alexandrina Muntean
- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 31 A. Iancu Street, 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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- Institute of Chemistry Raluca Ripan, Department of Polymer Composites, Babes-Bolyai University, 30 Fantanele Str., 400294 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
- Correspondence: (C.S.); (S.S.); Tel.: + 40-720-675-577 (S.S.)
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- Department of Prosthodontics and Dental Materials, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 15 V. Babes Street, 400012 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Correspondence: (C.S.); (S.S.); Tel.: + 40-720-675-577 (S.S.)
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- Institute of Chemistry Raluca Ripan, Department of Polymer Composites, Babes-Bolyai University, 30 Fantanele Str., 400294 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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- Resident Physician—Laboratory Medicine, Cluj County Clinical Hospital, 3-5 Clinicilor Street, 3-5, 400000 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 33 Motilor Street, 400001 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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OBJECTIVE To assess the effectiveness of lasers (at sub-ablative parameters) in reducing caries incidence compared with traditional prophylactic interventions (TPIs) when used alone or together with other TPIs such as pits and fissures sealant or fluoride gels or varnishes. DESIGN A systematic review. Data sources include Medline (via PubMed), Embase, Web of Science and the Cochrane Library (December 2019). ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Only randomised trials (RCTs) and controlled clinical trials (CCTs) dealing with prophylactic lasers use (vs TPI or untreated teeth) were considered as eligible. We excluded in vitro and ex vivo studies. DATA EXTRACTION Eligible studies were selected and data extracted independently by two reviewers. Risk of bias was assessed adopting the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool. Data on caries incidence, sealant retention, fluoride uptake, adverse events, treatment duration, patients' discomfort and cost-effectiveness ratio was extracted. DATA ANALYSIS Extracted data were presented narratively due to the heterogeneity of included studies. RESULTS Seven RCTs and two CCTs, all with an evident risk of bias, met inclusion criteria, pooling together 269 individuals and 1628 teeth. CO2, neodymium-doped yttrium aluminium garnet, erbium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet (Er:YAG), erbium, chromium: yttrium scandium gallium garnet (Er,Cr:YSGG) and Argon lasers were used. In the permanent dentition, lasers only when used in combination with TPIs were effective in reducing caries when compared with untreated teeth (risk ratio (RR)=0.44 (0.20-0.97); Er:YAG laser) or with TPIs used alone (RR=0.39 (0.22-0.71); CO2 laser). Moreover, Argon laser significantly improved the fluoride uptake into the enamel surfaces (ANalysis Of VAriance (ANOVA) tests: 95%, p<0.0001). Likewise, sealant retention improved when acid etching was performed on previously irradiated enamel fissures by CO2 laser (RR=0.63 (0.38-1.04)) or Er:YAG laser (RR=0.54 (95% CI: 0.34 to 0.87)). In addition, laser resulted safe and well tolerated by patients. CONCLUSION Despite some positive indications, an inadequate level of evidence was found in the included studies concerning the lasers' effectiveness in preventing caries. Further studies with a higher methodological quality level are required.
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- Stefano Pagano
- Department of Surgical and Biomedical Sciences, Unit of Paediatric Dentistry, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Surgical and Biomedical Sciences, Unit of Paediatric Dentistry, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Health Planning Service, Regional Health Authority of Umbria, Perugia, Italy
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- Servizio Immunotrasfusionale, Azienda Unità Sanitaria Locale Umbria 2, Foligno (PG), Italy
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- Department of Surgical and Biomedical Sciences, Unit of Paediatric Dentistry, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Surgical and Biomedical Sciences, Unit of Paediatric Dentistry, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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Influence of Laser and Ozone Pretreatment on the Shear Bond Strength of Fissure Sealants: An In Vitro Comparative Study. JOURNAL OF ADVANCED ORAL RESEARCH 2020. [DOI: 10.1177/2320206820944285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Aim: To evaluate the shear bond strength (SBS) of 3 fissure sealants used alone and with ozone and laser pretreatment. Materials and Methods: For the SBS test, the flattened enamel surfaces of 90 healthy third molars were randomly divided into nine groups ( n = 10 for each groups), based on different sealants (BeautiSealant, Fuji Triage, and Grandio Seal) and pretreatment conditions (no pretreatment, pretreatment with ozone, and pretreatment with neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet [Nd:YAG laser]). Ozone was applied for 30 s in caries superficial mode, and Nd:YAG laser was applied for 60 s. After the pretreatment procedures, sealants were placed inside a mold on the enamel surface. SBS was measured with a universal testing machine. Data were analyzed using analysis of variance. Tukey’s multiple comparison tests were applied to determine the difference between the groups (α = 0.05). Results: The lowest SBS was observed in the Fuji triage group. Nd:YAG laser and ozone did not affect the SBS of BeautiSealant. However, significant differences were determined in the Fuji triage and Grandio Seal groups after pretreatment procedures ( P < .05). Conclusion: Ozone and laser can be employed to disinfect fissures before BeautiSealant application.
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Yilmaz H, Keles S. The effect of the Er: YAG laser on the clinical success of hydrophilic fissure sealant: a randomized clinical trial. Eur Oral Res 2020; 54:148-153. [PMID: 33543121 PMCID: PMC7837707 DOI: 10.26650/eor.20200029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Purpose: The aim of this study was to assess the effect of the Er:YAG laser on the clinical
success of a hydrophilic fissure sealant over 12 months. Subject and methods: This study was conducted on 132 permanent first molars from 44 (19 girls and 25
boys) patients aged 7-11 years. The teeth were divided into three groups. The first
group (Group A-control) of teeth were etched with phosphoric acid, the second
group of teeth (Group L) were etched with an Er:YAG laser, and the third group of
teeth (Group A+L) were etched with both the Er:YAG laser and phosphoric acid.
Clinical evaluations were performed at baseline and at 3-, 6-, 9- and 12-month
follow-up visits. The data were analyzed with Pearson chi-square tests, Cochran Q
tests and Kaplan-Meier analysis. Results: At the end of the 12 months, total retention rates were 72.7%, 59.1%, and 65.9% in
the acid group, the laser group and the laser and acid group, respectively. Although
there was no statistically significant difference between group retention rates
(p>0.05), the lowest retention rate was found in the laser group at the end of the
12-month follow-up period. No new caries were observed in any group during the
study period. Conclusion: Etching with the Er:YAG laser, phosphoric acid or a combination of both methods
provided similar results for the clinical success of hydrophilic based fissure sealant.
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- Hulya Yilmaz
- Bornova Oral and Dental Health Center, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry,Aydin Adnan Menderes University, Aydın,Turkey
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Kühnisch J, Bedir A, Lo YF, Kessler A, Lang T, Mansmann U, Heinrich-Weltzien R, Hickel R. Meta-analysis of the longevity of commonly used pit and fissure sealant materials. Dent Mater 2020; 36:e158-e168. [PMID: 32061445 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2020.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2019] [Revised: 07/19/2019] [Accepted: 02/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This systematic literature review and meta-analysis compared the clinical retention of primed or adhesively bonded sealants to that of conventional sealant materials. METHODS A search of the MEDLINE, EMBASE and CENTRAL databases identified 3707 abstracts published prior to 12/31/2017, of which 335 clinical publications were analysed in detail. A total of 67 studies included information about sealant retention after 24, 36, or 60 months of follow-up. A meta-analysis using a random effects model was conducted to calculate the pooled estimate of the retention rates for the five groups of sealants. Subgroup moderator analysis was performed to compare the pooled retention rate estimate (RRE) of primed sealants against those of the other groups. RESULTS Primed sealants had a 2-year pooled RRE of 43.2% (95% CI: 30.5-55.8), which was significantly inferior to those of auto-polymerizing (80.8%, 95% CI: 72.2-89) and light-polymerizing sealants (68.4%, 95% CI: 60.2-76.7). Fluoride-releasing and light-polymerizing sealants had the highest 3-year pooled RREs (86.4%, 95% CI: 73.4-99.3 and 83.1%, 95% CI: 75.6-90.7, respectively). SIGNIFICANE The results of this meta-analysis suggest that primed sealants cannot be fully recommended for clinical practice due to their moderate survival rates. Auto-polymerizing, light-polymerizing and fluoride-releasing sealants continue to be considered the reference standards for pit and fissure sealants. However, future generations and developments of primed sealant materials may change this position.
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- Jan Kühnisch
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians University of Munich, Munich, Germany.
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians University of Munich, Munich, Germany; Institute of Medical Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Biometry and Epidemiology, Ludwig-Maximilians University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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Zhang Y, Wang Y, Chen Y, Chen Y, Zhang Q, Zou J. The clinical effects of laser preparation of tooth surfaces for fissure sealants placement: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Oral Health 2019; 19:203. [PMID: 31477081 PMCID: PMC6719354 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-019-0892-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2019] [Accepted: 08/18/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Background This systematic review aimed to assess the clinical effects of laser preparation compared to other types of chemical or mechanical preparation of tooth surfaces used in fissure sealant placement. Methods A systematic literature search was conducted up to January 2019, through Pubmed, Scopus, Medline/EMBASE via OVID and the Cochrane library. Only randomized clinical trials were included. Results Five studies were included in the systematic review and three were included in the meta-analysis. All the studies used acid-etching as a comparator to lasers. All the included studies were rated as having an overall high risk of bias introduced by performance bias. Three studies assessed the clinical effects of fissure sealants placed by acid or laser etching, one compared acid etching versus laser combined with acid etching and one investigated the influence of lasers on the objective and subjective parameters of stress during sealant application in children. The meta-analysis showed no significant difference between laser preparation and conventional acid-etching preparation at 3- (P = 0.08), 6- (P = 0.49), and 12-month (P = 0.87) follow-ups. One study reported that laser preparation as an adjunct to acid-etching enhanced the retention rate. No significant difference in the incidence of caries was reported. And no significant differences were found in heart rates, oxygen saturation or degree of the patient dental anxiety between acid-etching and laser preparation. Conclusion The present limited evidence suggests that lasers could be an effective pretreatment method. The retention rate was similar to that of conventional acid etching. However, the included studies had an overall high risk of bias and more rigorously designed research is needed.
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- Yunhan Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Department of Pediatric Dentistry, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Department of Pediatric Dentistry, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Department of Pediatric Dentistry, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Department of Pediatric Dentistry, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Department of Pediatric Dentistry, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Department of Pediatric Dentistry, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China.
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Papageorgiou SN, Dimitraki D, Kotsanos N, Bekes K, van Waes H. Performance of pit and fissure sealants according to tooth characteristics: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Dent 2017; 66:8-17. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2017.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2017] [Revised: 07/30/2017] [Accepted: 08/05/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Ayar MK, Yildirim T. Effects of Er,Cr:YSGG Laser Pulse Frequency on Microtensile Bond Strength to Enamel. Oper Dent 2017; 42:53-61. [PMID: 27802118 DOI: 10.2341/15-193-l] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Literature regarding the influence of Er,Cr:YSGG laser pulse frequency with different output power levels on adhesion properties of adhesive resin to lased enamel is limited. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to evaluate the effects of laser pulse frequency (20, 35, and 50 Hz) at two different output power settings (3 and 6 W) of Er,Cr:YSGG on the microtensile bond strength (μTBS) of adhesive resin to enamel. Crowns of 35 intact bovine incisors were embedded into self-cure acrylic resin individually, and then flat enamel surfaces were prepared with 600-grit silicon carbide papers under water cooling. Teeth were divided randomly into seven groups. Enamel surfaces were irradiated with Er,Cr:YSGG laser operated at one of six output power–pulse frequency combinations (6 W20 Hz, 6 W–35 Hz, 6 W–50 Hz, 3 W–20 Hz, 3 W–35 Hz, and 3 W–50 Hz) in groups 1-6, respectively. Bur-treated surfaces served as a control in group 7. After surface treatments and bonding procedures, composite build-ups were done in three layers up to a height of 4 mm. Next, all bonded teeth were sectioned into the resin-enamel sticks to be tested in a μTBS testing machine. The μTBS data were analyzed with univariate analysis of variance under a general linear model with the factor ‘tooth' added as a random effect to the design. Resin-enamel interfaces were evaluated with scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The μTBS to laser-irradiated enamel in group 1 (6 W–20 Hz) was significantly lower than those of bur-treated enamel (p<0.05). However, group 6 (3 W–50 Hz) showed significantly higher μTBS values than did bur-treated teeth (p<0.05). SEM evaluation revealed enormous morphological alterations of laser-irradiated specimens, such as extensive vertical and horizontal microcracks and gaps, with the exception of group 6. The bonding effectiveness of adhesive resin to laser-irradiated enamel was affected by the pulse frequency of the Er,Cr:YSGG laser. Although the parameters recommended by the manufacturer lowered μTBS, increasing the pulse rate may maintain optimum μTBS.
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- MK Ayar
- Muhammet Kerim Ayar, DDS, PhD, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Biruni University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Tahsin Yildirim, PhD, Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey
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Kumar G, Dhillon JK, Rehman F. A comparative evaluation of retention of pit and fissure sealants placed with conventional acid etching and Er,Cr:YSGG laser etching: A randomised controlled trial. Laser Ther 2016; 25:291-298. [PMID: 28765674 DOI: 10.5978/islsm.16-or-24] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Aim: The aim of this study was to compare the retention rates of sealant placed either with conventional acid etching or Er,Cr:YSGG laser pretreatment of enamel surface. Materials and methods: This is a prospective, single blind randomised controlled clinical trial enrolling 200 permanent first molars in 50 patients, aged 6-12 years for sealant placement. Study followed split mouth design where each side of the arch was randomly allocated to the two treatment group. Group A(Acid etch group): 37 % phosphoric acid (Scotchbond, 3M ESPE, Seefeld, Germany) was applied for 15 seconds, rinsed with water for 20 seconds and then air-dried using air spray. Group L(Laser etch group): Fissures were prepared with an Er,Cr:YSGG laser system (Waterlase, BIOLASE Technology, San Clemente, CA, USA) emitting photons at a wavelength of 2.78 µm. Laser irradiation at 1.5 W (60% air and 40% water), in a noncontact mode, with a repetition rate of 20 Hz for 10seconds was used. Pit and fissure sealant (3M ESPE, Clinpro) was applied and cured for 20 seconds. One blinded, calibrated examiner, who was unaware of which preparation method has been used and who was not involved in the treatment procedures, evaluated the sealant at baseline and at 3, 6, 9 and 12 month follow-up visits. Results: It was observed that overall retention rate in group A was slightly higher as compared to group L at all time periods, however, the difference was statistically non-significant (p-value>0.05). CONCLUSION Er,Cr:YSGG laser etching is comparable to acid etching in terms of retention and patient acceptability.
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- Gyanendra Kumar
- Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi
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- Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi
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- Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi
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Preparation before acid etching in fissure sealant therapy: yes or no? J Am Dent Assoc 2016; 147:943-951. [DOI: 10.1016/j.adaj.2016.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2016] [Revised: 07/29/2016] [Accepted: 08/02/2016] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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de Carvalho Panzeri Pires-de-Souza F, Silveira RE, Abuna G, Chinelatti MA, Alandia-Román CC, Sinhoreti MAC. Morphology of sealant/enamel interface after surface treatment with bioactive glass. Microsc Res Tech 2015; 78:1062-8. [DOI: 10.1002/jemt.22585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2015] [Revised: 08/07/2015] [Accepted: 09/19/2015] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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- Department of Dental Materials and Prosthodontics; Ribeirão Preto School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo; Av. Do Café S/N Ribeirão Preto São Paulo 14040-904 Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry; Piracicaba School of Dentistry, State University of Campinas; Av. Limeira, 901, CEP: 13414-903, Caixa Postal 52 Piracicaba São Paulo Brazil
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- Department of Dental Materials and Prosthodontics; Ribeirão Preto School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo; Av. Do Café S/N Ribeirão Preto São Paulo 14040-904 Brazil
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- Department of Dental Materials and Prosthodontics; Ribeirão Preto School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo; Av. Do Café S/N Ribeirão Preto São Paulo 14040-904 Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry; Piracicaba School of Dentistry, State University of Campinas; Av. Limeira, 901, CEP: 13414-903, Caixa Postal 52 Piracicaba São Paulo Brazil
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Donovan TE, Marzola R, Becker W, Cagna DR, Eichmiller F, McKee JR, Metz JE, Albouy JP. Annual review of selected scientific literature: report of the Committee on Scientific Investigation of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry. J Prosthet Dent 2014; 112:1038-87. [PMID: 25443419 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2014.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2014] [Revised: 09/02/2014] [Accepted: 09/02/2014] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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- Terence E Donovan
- Chair, Committee on Scientific Investigation, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry (AARD); Professor and Section Head for Biomaterials, Department of Operative Dentistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC.
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- Clinical Professor, Advanced Education in Prosthodontics, Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, University of Southern California; private practice, Tucson, Ariz
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- Associate Dean, Professor and Director, Advanced Prosthodontics, University of Tennessee, Health Science Center, College of Dentistry, Memphis, Tenn
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Memarpour M, Kianimanesh N, Shayeghi B. Enamel pretreatment with Er:YAG laser: effects on the microleakage of fissure sealant in fluorosed teeth. Restor Dent Endod 2014; 39:180-6. [PMID: 25110641 PMCID: PMC4125581 DOI: 10.5395/rde.2014.39.3.180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2014] [Accepted: 04/04/2014] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Objectives The purpose of this in vitro study was to evaluate the microleakage and penetration of fissure sealant in permanent molar teeth with fluorosis after pretreatment of the occlusal surface. Materials and Methods A total of 120 third molars with mild dental fluorosis were randomly divided into 6 groups (n = 20). The tooth surfaces were sealed with an unfilled resin fissure sealant (FS) material. The experimental groups included: 1) phosphoric acid etching (AE) + FS (control); 2) AE + One-Step Plus (OS, Bisco) + FS; 3) bur + AE + FS; 4) bur + AE + OS + FS; 5) Er:YAG laser + AE + FS; and 6) Er:YAG laser + AE + OS + FS. After thermocycling, the teeth were immersed in 0.5% fuchsin and sectioned. Proportions of mircoleakage (PM) and unfilled area (PUA) were measured by digital microscope. Results Overall, there were significant differences among all groups in the PM (p = 0.00). Group 3 showed the greatest PM, and was significantly different from groups 2 to 6 (p < 0.05). Group 6 showed the lowest PM. Pretreatment with Er:YAG with or without adhesive led to less PM than bur pretreatment. There were no significant differences among groups in PUA. Conclusions Conventional acid etching provided a similar degree of occlusal seal in teeth with fluorosis compared to those pretreated with a bur or Er:YAG laser. Pretreatment of pits and fissures with Er:YAG in teeth with fluorosis may be an alternative method before fissure sealant application.
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- Mahtab Memarpour
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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