Inhibition of demineralization in vitro around fluoride releasing materials

Abstract

Replacement of restorations because of secondary caries is a continuing problem in restorative dentistry. This investigation assessed the capacity of fluoride-releasing restorative materials to resist caries in vitro when used in roots. Class 5 cavities were prepared in buccal and lingual surfaces of 30 extracted premolars and restored with one of three polyacid modified resin composites (F-2000, Hytac and Compoglass F), a resin modified glassionomer cement (Fuji II LC) a conventional glass ionomer (Ketac-Fil), and a resin composite (Z-100). After 5 weeks in an acid gel for caries-like lesion formation, the teeth were sectioned longitudinally and examined with polarized light. The results showed that restoration of caries with polyacid modified resin composites and resin modified glass ionomer cements may be of great importance in the prevention of secondary caries around the restorations in roots. Clinical Relevance Light cured fluoride-releasing restorations may inhibit caries-like lesions. Inhibition of demineralization in vitro around fluoride releasing materials.

Antibacterial activity of composite resin with glass-ionomer filler particles

“…It was reported that the population of Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) on the surface of GIC fillings was lower than on composite resin fillings 4,5) . The fluoride released from GICs could prevent caries progression by favoring remineralization or by interfering with the growth or metabolism of remaining cariogenic bacteria [6][7][8] . In addition, other major advantages of GICs include ion exchange, chemical adhesion to both enamel and dentin, and continuous fluoride release throughout the life of the restoration.…”

Effects of Food-simulating Liquids on Surface Properties of Giomer Restoratives

“…10 The high-fluoride release and recharge properties of giomers minimize recurrent caries and demineralization. 11 Based on several studies, [12][13][14][15][16] giomers have a reported caries inhibiting effect of 14%-35% compared to nonfluoride-releasing restorative materials.…”

Antibacterial Effect of Surface Pre-Reacted Glass Ionomer Filler and Eluate–Mini Review

“…Glass ionomer cement (GIC) is known to have an ion exchange and fluoride release activity, which results in interfering with cariogenic bacteria and remineralization [1][2][3][4][5]. However, because of the lack of hardness, GICs are not applied in cases where high occlusal loading is expected [6].…”