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Current Strategies in Dentin Remineralization
Author(s) -
Hernández Marcela,
Cobb Deborah,
Swift Edward J.
Publication year - 2014
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/jerd.12095
Subject(s) - dentin , remineralisation , tooth remineralization , dentistry , pulp (tooth) , materials science , fluoride , chemistry , enamel paint , medicine , inorganic chemistry
Partial caries removal procedures are used clinically in an attempt to conserve tooth structure and prevent pulp damage. Within this approach, the caries‐infected dentin is removed, and the partially demineralized caries‐affected dentin is preserved and sealed with materials that enhance remineralization. Fluoride‐releasing glass ionomers have been commonly used for this purpose. Recent studies have shown potential for other cements and bioactive adhesive materials to promote dentin repair through various strategies. These strategies include ion releasing of Ca‐P and the guided tissue remineralization or biomimetic remineralization of dentin. The latter is potentially useful in the remineralization of the demineralized acid‐etched dentin that is incompletely infiltrated by adhesives in dentin bonding. The purpose of this Critical Appraisal is to provide the clinician with a summary of current literature that clarifies understanding of the process of dentin remineralization and to describe current strategies in this area.

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