Influence of the finishing and polishing procedures on the ionomer cements superficial roughness

Érika Embroise, João Galan Júnior, Fátima M. Namen, Walter Machado, Alex Balduíno

Abstract


The aim of this study was to compare methods of polishing of Ketac-Fil plus and Vitro-Fil. Class V cavities on extracted bicuspids were restored with Ketac-fil and Vitro-Fil. Replicas in Epoxy resin of the restored teeth were analysed on an MEV and profilometer. The Sof-Lex discs produced a smoother surface without irregularities. The Enhance system associated to the Kota II paste presented a surface with a vast amount of deep irregularities with some material detaching from the surface. The study can conclude that the polishing of the ionomeric restorations modifies the surface of the restoration material.

Keywords


Cimentos de ionômero de vidro; Acabamentoa



DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.18363/rbo.v66n1.p.101

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