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Errors in light-emitting diodes positioning when curing bulk fill and incremental composites: impact on properties after aging

  • Abdulrahman A. Balhaddad;Isadora M. Garcia;Haifa Maktabi;Maria Salem Ibrahim;Qoot Alkhubaizi;Howard Strassler;Fabricio M. Collares;Mary Anne S. Melo
    • Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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    • v.46 no.4
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    • pp.51.1-51.13
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    • 2021
  • Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of improper positioning single-peak and multi-peak lights on color change, microhardness of bottom and top, and surface topography of bulk fill and incremental composites after artificial aging for 1 year. Materials and Methods: Bulk fill and incremental composites were cured using multi-peak and single-peak light-emitting diode (LED) following 4 clinical conditions: (1) optimal condition (no angulation or tip displacement), (2) tip-displacement (2 mm), (3) slight tip angulation (α = 20°) and (4) moderate tip angulation (α = 35°). After 1-year of water aging, the specimens were analyzed for color changes (ΔE), Vickers hardness, surface topography (Ra, Rt, and Rv), and scanning electron microscopy. Results: For samples cured by single-peak LED, the improper positioning significantly increases the color change compared to the optimal position regardless of the type of composite (p < 0.001). For multi-peak LED, the type of resin composite and the curing condition displayed a significant effect on ΔE (p < 0.001). For both LEDs, the Vickers hardness and bottom/top ratio of Vickers hardness were affected by the type of composite and the curing condition (p < 0.01). Conclusions: The bulk fill composite presented greater resistance to wear, higher color stability, and better microhardness than the incremental composite when subjected to improper curing. The multi-peak LED improves curing under improper conditions compared to single-peak LED. Prevention of errors when curing composites requires the attention of all personnel involved in the patient's care once the clinical relevance of the appropriate polymerization reflects on reliable long-term outcomes.

Metal stain on monolithic zirconia restoration: A case report

  • Cha, Min-Sang;Lee, Sang-Woon;Huh, Yoon-Hyuk;Cho, Lee-Ra;Park, Chan-Jin
    • The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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    • v.9 no.2
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    • pp.138-142
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    • 2017
  • In restorative treatment using fixed dental prostheses, dentists should select appropriate restoration material among various types of dental materials. The strength, marginal fit, esthetics, wear resistance, biocompatibility, and cost are important factors in the choice of restoration materials. The present case showed a surface stain on a monolithic zirconia restoration that was due to wear between the monolithic zirconia restoration and the base metal alloy restoration. This phenomenon was confirmed by surface roughness measurement and electron probe micro-analysis.

Esthetic improvement in the patient with one missing maxillary central incisor restored with porcelain laminate veneers

  • Park, Dong-Jin;Yang, Jae-Ho;Lee, Jai-Bong;Kim, Sung-Hun;Han, Jung-Suk
    • The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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    • v.2 no.3
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    • pp.77-80
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    • 2010
  • This article describes esthetic improvement in a patient with a missing maxillary left central incisor. Space analysis of the anterior dentition showed that minor tooth rearrangement was needed. Optimal space distribution for restorations was attained by orthodontic treatment. Through transforming tooth shape with porcelain laminate veneers, the maxillary left lateral incisor was transformed into central incisor and the maxillary left canine into a lateral incisor. The maxillary right central incisor was also restored for esthetic improvement. In a case of changing a tooth shape with porcelain laminate veneers, pre-treatment evaluation, space analysis and diagnostic wax-up are important factors.

Prosthetic management of a growing patient with Russell-Silver syndrome: a clinical report

  • Kim, Kanghyun;Noh, Kwantae;Paek, Janghyun;Kwon, Kung-Rock;Pae, Ahran
    • The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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    • v.7 no.5
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    • pp.406-410
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    • 2015
  • Russell-Silver syndrome (RSS) is a congenital disease characterized by short stature due to growth hormone deficiency, physical asymmetry, inverted triangular face, micrognathia, prominent forehead, and hypodontia. This case report presents a prosthetic management of a 6-year-old patient with Russell-Silver syndrome treated with overdentures on the maxilla and the mandible using the remaining primary teeth. Subsequent and comprehensive dental management considering the growth and development of a young patient will be necessary.

Use of polyaryletherketone (PAEK) based polymer for implant-supported telescopic overdenture: A case report

  • Park, Chan;Jun, Dae-Jeon;Park, Sang-Won;Lim, Hyun-Pil
    • The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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    • v.9 no.1
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    • pp.74-76
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    • 2017
  • Although many prosthetic materials exist for fabrication of implant-supported telescopic overdentures, available materials have not been thoroughly evaluated from a functional standpoint. This case report describes the use of polyaryletherketone (PAEK) based polymer for an implant-supported telescopic overdenture, a seldom used material in dentistry. This material is lighter than traditional materials, can accommodate changes in retentive forces, and is an easily retrievable by CAD/CAM fabrication. This case highlights the possibility of using new polymer materials for implant-supported telescopic overdentures.

Full mouth rehabilitation of destroyed dentition with rotational path removable partial denture: a case report

  • Kim, Moon-Hyoung;Heo, Seong-Joo;Kim, Seong-Kyun;Koak, Jai-Young
    • The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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    • v.2 no.2
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    • pp.46-49
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    • 2010
  • BACKGROUND. Though implant dentistry is very successful and predictable in treatment of patients with destroyed dentition, there are some cases with limitations to implant therapy. In these cases, alternative treatment modality should be considered. CASE DESCRIPTION. A patient with destroyed dentition was rehabilitated with a lateral rotational path removable partial denture. According to the diagnosis, we determined to raise vertical dimension for esthetic and functional restoration. The final restoration was performed after four months of provisional period. CLINICAL IMPLICATION. The edentulous patients with compromised esthetics and functions can be successfully treated with a rotational path removable partial denture through adequate treatment planning and precise laboratory procedure.