Long-Term Volumetric Analysis of Composites Resins Stored in PBS
Abstract
Objective: To evaluate the volumetric change (polymerization shrinkage/hygroscopic expansion) of 4 bulk-fill restorative composites and 2 incremental/conventional fill composites over 60 days of storage in 0.2M physiologic phosphate buffered saline (PBS).Methods: Composite specimens (n=15) were created on keyed pedestals following manufacturer recommendations, and stored in PBS at 37 deg C until the appointed testing time. Volumetric measurements were recorded using a video imaging analysis instrument (AcuVol, BISCO Inc.). Volumetric measurements were captured at following intervals: pre-polymerized, immediate post-polymerized, 1, 3, 7, 14, 21 and 30 days. Statistical analysis: Friedman with post-step wise step-down test (p = 0.05) and Kruskal-Wallis with post stepwise step-down test (p =0.05).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 07, 2019
- Accession Number
- AD1127886
Entities
People
- Joshua S. Grenier
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences