Effect of different remineralization agents on the optical properties of bleached enamel [PDF]
Background The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of different remineralization agents applied immediately after bleaching on the colour stability, whiteness index and whiteness index difference of enamel.
Aslıhan Ertemür, Başak Yazkan
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Prevention of White Spot Lesions Induced by Fixed Orthodontic Therapy: A Literature Review [PDF]
Objectives: This study aims to review the scientific literature on the prevention of white spot lesions (WSLs) associated with fixed orthodontic treatment. WSLs result from enamel demineralization and pose aesthetic and functional challenges.
Francesco Saverio Ludovichetti +6 more
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Effect of Temperature of 1.23% Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride Gel on Enamel Microhardness of Permanent Teeth. [PDF]
Objectives: This study aimed to assess the effect of temperature of 1.23% acidulated phosphate fluoride (APF) gel on enamel microhardness of permanent teeth. Materials and Methods: This in vitro experimental study was conducted on 36 surgically extracted
Milani S, Shahrabi M, M-Abdi N.
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Evaluation of Broccoli Extract for Enhancing Primary Tooth Enamel Microhardness: An In Vitro Study [PDF]
Background and Aims Dental caries remains highly prevalent among children. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of aqueous broccoli extract in enhancing the microhardness of demineralized primary tooth enamel compared to a standard fluoride ...
Sadighe Mozaffar +3 more
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Remineralization effect of Er;Cr:YSGG laser irradiation with or without acidulated phosphate fluoride application on deciduous teeth enamel surface with induced white spot lesion. An in vitro study. [PDF]
Background This study aims to assess the efficacy of Er; Cr: YSGG laser operating under sub-ablative settings for the remineralization of artificially induced white spot lesions on the enamel of primary teeth, both as a standalone treatment and in ...
Mahdi SA, Hussein BM.
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Comparative Evaluation of Antibacterial Efficacy and Remineralization Potential of Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride Gel with Herbal Dental Gel Containing Zingiber officinale, Salvadora persica, and Cinnamomum zeylanicum: An In Vitro Study. [PDF]
Aim The aim of the study is to evaluate and compare the antibacterial efficacy and remineralization potential of acidulated phosphate fluoride (APF) gel with herbal dental gel containing Zingiber officinale, Salvadora persica, and Cinnamomum zeylanicum ...
Kohli N +5 more
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Scanning Electron Microscopic Study of Shear Bond Strength with Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride Applied before Acid Etching [PDF]
Introduction: The topical fluoride is effective in increasing resistance to dental caries or enamel decalcification. Acidulated phosphate fluoride increased the uptake of fluoride by the enamel at rates higher than either stannous fluoride or neutral ...
G.B. Viswanathan
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Effect of Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride Gel on Zirconia Intaglio Surface: An In-Vitro Study. [PDF]
Aim: To evaluate the micro-shear bond strength (µ-SBS) of resin-modified glass ionomer cement and to assess the chemical and topographical changes in the zirconia fitting surface induced by acidulated phosphate fluoride (APF) gel using scanning electron ...
Hasan NH, Alkhalidi EF, Qasim AA.
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Effect of Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride Gel Application on the Surface Roughness of Resin Sealant [PDF]
When resin sealant for teeth is exposed to acidulated phosphate fluoride (APF) gel, a commonly used fluoride application agent, its surface roughness can increase, potentially resulting in bacterial adhesion and secondary caries.
Deryana Avidhianita +3 more
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This study assessed the gloss and surface roughness of computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) resin composites corroded with acidulated phosphate fluoride (APF) application.
Wataru Mikami +5 more
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