Evaluation of the Effects of Thermal Aging on the Surface Roughness of Novel Tooth-Colored Restorative Materials.

Dent J (Basel)

Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Dental Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89557, USA.

Published: December 2024

The development of composite resins has led to novel materials aimed at improving restoration longevity. This study evaluates the surface roughness of four tooth-colored restorative materials after thermal aging. Eighty Class V preparations were restored with Admira Fusion, Beautifil II, Equia Forte HT, and Filtek. The samples underwent thermocycling, and their surface roughness was measured with a 3D non-contact profilometer at 24 h post-restoration and after simulation for 1, 3, and 5 clinical years. Equia Forte HT showed the highest surface roughness and significant surface deterioration over time, while Admira Fusion maintained the lowest roughness across all intervals. Admira Fusion, Filtek, and Beautifil II demonstrated superior surface stability, with Equia Forte HT showing the least favorable performance.

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