Light-Curing Units

Scotti, Nicola; Baldi, Andrea; Vergano, Edoardo Alberto; Kubo, Cláudio Hideki; Torres, Carlos Rocha Gomes

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-31772-0_13

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“…Respondents showed variation in their practice of light curing and specific curing devices. 58 It is evident that light curing awareness and practices need urgent reconsideration and correction in many cases. LED followed by QTH are the most widely used light curing devices while Laser and Plasma Arch are the least used light curing devices.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…However, greater polymerization shrinkage stresses and marginal discrepancies were reported with this mode of light curing. 58 Previous reports have advocated that in anterior teeth with extensive loss of coronal tooth structure involving the incisal edge, the controlled application of resin composite restorations using a palatal putty consistency rubber base index is more recommended than the freehand application. Cumulating evidence indicates that the palatal index technique allows multiple chromatic layering, leading to improved tooth optical characteristics in addition to optimizing the restoration of tooth form and contours with a minimal need for occlusal adjustment.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Toward esthetically and biomechanically reliable anterior resin composite restorations: Current clinical experiences among dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia

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Background: Esthetic anterior composite restorations are very challenging. They constitutes a main part of the clinical practice of restoring teeth with resin composites. Distinctive variations in composite material selection and technique of application in anterior teeth exist when compared to the practice of restoring posterior teeth with resin composites. In a continuation of a previous assessment of class II resin composite practice, a cross-sectional survey study was performed to determine the awareness of general dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia about resin composite restorations in anterior teeth and to provide evidence-based recommendations to improve their practice. Methods: A total of 500 dental practitioners from different provinces in Saudi Arabia were invited to participate in an online questionnaire which comprised four domains and included a total of sixteen questions addressing aspects regarding the selection of resin composites, cavity configuration, etching protocol, light-curing technique, liner application, application of poly-chromatic composite, as well as finishing and polishing procedures. Chi square testing and descriptive statistics were used to analyze the attained data. Results: From 250 respondents, the greatest participation was from the Eastern and Middle provinces of Saudi Arabia. Female dentists participated less than males. There was no general agreement between participants regarding the resin composite material or the employed technique of application in restoring anterior tooth defects. Respondents indicated that discoloration and hypersensitivity were the most common reasons for patient’s dissatisfaction with resin composites in anterior teeth. Conclusions: Dental practitioners are highly encouraged to improve their clinical practice of restoring anterior teeth using resin composites with the focus open over continuous education programs, online webinars, and workshops.

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confidence: 99%

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Toward esthetically and biomechanically reliable anterior resin composite restorations: Current clinical experiences among dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia

et al. 2023

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“…Respondents showed variation in their practice of light curing and specific curing devices. 66 It is evident that light curing awareness and practices need urgent reconsideration and correction in many cases. LED followed by QTH are the most widely used light curing devices while Laser and Plasma Arch are the least used light curing devices.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…However, greater polymerization shrinkage stresses and marginal discrepancies were reported with this mode of light curing. 66 …”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…However, greater polymerization shrinkage stresses and marginal discrepancies were reported with this mode of light curing. 66 Previous reports have advocated that in anterior teeth with extensive loss of coronal tooth structure involving the incisal edge, the controlled application of resin composite restorations using a palatal putty consistency rubber base index is more recommended than the freehand application. Cumulating evidence indicates that the palatal index technique allows multiple chromatic layering, leading to improved tooth optical characteristics in addition to optimizing the restoration of tooth form and contours with a minimal need for occlusal adjustment.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Toward esthetically and biomechanically reliable anterior resin composite restorations: Current clinical experiences among dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia

Almulhim,

AlSheikh,

Abdalla

et al. 2023

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Background: Esthetic anterior composite restorations are very challenging. They constitute a main part of the clinical practice of restoring teeth with resin composites. Distinctive variations in composite material selection and technique of application in anterior teeth exist when compared to the practice of restoring posterior teeth with resin composites. In a continuation of a previous assessment of class II resin composite practice, a cross-sectional survey study was performed to determine the awareness of general dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia about resin composite restorations in anterior teeth and to provide evidence-based recommendations to improve their practice. Methods: A total of 500 dental practitioners from different provinces in Saudi Arabia were invited to participate in an online questionnaire which comprised four domains and included a total of sixteen questions addressing aspects regarding the selection of resin composites, cavity configuration, etching protocol, light-curing technique, liner application, application of poly-chromatic composite, as well as finishing and polishing procedures. Chi square testing and descriptive statistics were used to analyze the attained data. Results: From 250 respondents, the greatest participation was from the Eastern and Middle provinces of Saudi Arabia. Female dentists participated less than males. There was no general agreement between participants regarding the resin composite material or the employed technique of application in restoring anterior tooth defects. Respondents indicated that discoloration and hypersensitivity were the most common reasons for patient’s dissatisfaction with resin composites in anterior teeth. Conclusions: Dental practitioners are highly encouraged to improve their clinical practice of restoring anterior teeth using resin composites with the focus upon continuous education programs, online webinars, and workshops.

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Toward Optimum Light Curing of Resin Composite Restorations: A survey on Current Awareness and Practice among General Dentists in Saudi Arabia

Haridy¹,

Abdalla²,

Alkhalaf³

et al. 2023

TODENTJ

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Introduction: This study aimed to assess the current awareness and practices of resin composite light curing of general dental practitioners (GDPs) in Saudi Arabia and to set several evidence-based recommendations to improve the quality of the outcome of concern. Methods: An online questionnaire was created. Two hundred and fifty email invitations were sent to GDPs appointed in general governmental hospitals in five main cities in Saudi Arabia to join the survey voluntarily and anonymously. The survey consisted of 24 questions classified into the following domains: 1-Demographic criteria 2- frequency and technical aspects of resin composites application 3- criteria of the currently used light curing units and curing light. Descriptive statistics and chi-square test were used to analyse the obtained responses. Results: One hundred and fifty-six responses were received. A significant number of GDPs are significantly satisfied with the quality of their light curing, not aware of the thermal hazards of light curing, and do not check power output of their LCUs (light curing units) (P<0.05). An insignificant number of respondents use eye shields for eye protection during light curing. Conclusion: There was no uniform light curing protocol followed by respondent GDPs. GDPs in Saudi Arabia should improve their knowledge and clinical skills of light-curing resin composite.

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Light-Curing Units

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Toward esthetically and biomechanically reliable anterior resin composite restorations: Current clinical experiences among dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia

Toward esthetically and biomechanically reliable anterior resin composite restorations: Current clinical experiences among dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia

Toward esthetically and biomechanically reliable anterior resin composite restorations: Current clinical experiences among dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia

Toward Optimum Light Curing of Resin Composite Restorations: A survey on Current Awareness and Practice among General Dentists in Saudi Arabia

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