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Effects of pH on the Dentin Surface
Author(s) -
Scherer Warren,
Binder David,
David Steven,
Mercurio Christina,
Mello Theresa
Publication year - 1992
Publication title -
journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.919
H-Index - 60
eISSN - 1708-8240
pISSN - 1496-4155
DOI - 10.1111/j.1708-8240.1992.tb00687.x
Subject(s) - dentin , scanning electron microscope , enamel paint , dentistry , materials science , smear layer , composite material , medicine
Amicroleakage and scanning electron microscope (SEM) study was conducted in order to investigate the effects of acidic primers on prepared dentin surfaces. The microleakage study revealed that no significant differences were noted between the five materials tested in regard to leakage at enamel and dentin margins. SEM analyses revealed that the smear layers of all specimens were altered in some manner. Further long‐term clinical studies should be conducted to evaluate acidic treatment of dentin.