An in-vitro evaluation of the physical properties of a new bulk-fill composite
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Date
2017
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University of the Western Cape
Abstract
Dental composite is a synthetic resin that is used as a tooth coloured restorative material in
dentistry. It became the material of choice in the dental field due to its superiority in strength and
aesthetics (Garcia et al., 2006). Composite resin has favourable physical properties such as high
wear resistance and shade stability. The main disadvantages are as follows: polymerization
shrinkage which leads to marginal leakage; discoloration of the filling; postoperative sensitivity;
and recurrent caries (Garcia et al., 2006). In order to decrease the application time of incremental
layering techniques in conventional resin composite restorations, bulk-fill composites were
introduced to the dental market with modifications in physical and mechanical properties. BulkFill
composite can be applied in a single one-step increment layer of 4 - 5mm, saving considerable
time during the clinical procedure when compared to the conventional composite layering
technique of 2 mm (Leprince et al., 2014).
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Magister Scientiae Dentium - MSc(Dent) (Restorative Dentistry)