Effect of immediate or delayed composite placement on dentinal micro-tensile bond strength

  • Park, Hyun-Sik (Department of Conservative Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University) ;
  • Cho, Young-Gon (Department of Conservative Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University)
  • Published : 2003.11.01

Abstract

I. Objectives The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of immediate or delayed composite placement on dentinal micro-tensile bond strength. Caries-free human third molars were used in this study. At first, the occlusal enamel was removed so that the middle dentin was exposed. And then the exposed dentin was polished with 1200-grit silicon carbide paper for the formation of smear layer. The polished dentin was etched with 32% phosphoric acid, dried with gentle air and applicated by dentin adhesives. The specimens were divided into 12 groups.(omitted)

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