Effect of air-polishing on surface roughness of composite dental restorative material – comparison of three different air-polishing powders

Abstract Background Increased composite roughness enhances bacterial adhesion and discoloration, thus increasing the risk of gingival inflammation and secondary caries. Concerns about detrimental effects of sodium bicarbonate on surface roughness influenced the development of less abrasive powders:...

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Main Authors: Joanna Janiszewska-Olszowska, Agnieszka Drozdzik, Katarzyna Tandecka, Katarzyna Grocholewicz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-01-01
Series:BMC Oral Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-020-1007-y