CLINICAL AND LABORATORY EVALUATION OF RESIN BASED AND GLASS IONOMER FISSURE SEALANTS IN PERMANENT MOLARS OF CHILDREN

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the retention of glass ionomer sealant, Vitro Molar(r) (DFL) and Ketac Molar Easy Mix(r) (3 m ESPE) as pit and fissure sealants on first permanent molars, fully or partially erupted. Methods: The study sample consisted of 412 molars, among 110 children. The sealant retention was evaluated after 6 months of the application. Results: The results were collected through digital photographs and the retention results were assessed by the following System: score 0 - total retention; score 1 - sealant present in more than 50% of the pit and fissure system; score 2 - sealant present in less than 50% of the pit and fissure system; score 3 - missing sealant. Regarding the presence of the sealants in less than 50% of the occlusal surface, lower percentages were found for the two materials used as follows: score score 2 - Vitro Molar(r) (9,52% examiner 1 and 11.9% examiner 2) and score 2 - Ketac Molar Easy Mix(r)(9.52% examiner 1 and 10.71% examiner 2). Approximately 90% of the teeth sealed with Ketac Molar Easy Mix(r)or Vitro Molar(r) presented total loss (score 3). Thus, there was no statistical difference between the materials and between the examiners (p>0.05). Conclusion: Therefore it was concluded that the sealant retention in the studied population was not satisfactory for any of the materials used.

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Fuji III vs. Fuji VII Glass Ionomer Sealants – A Clinical Study

Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry ◽

10.17796/jcpd.33.1.p8240041v8313770 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 33 (1) ◽

pp. 29-33 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

B Kamala ◽

Amitha Hegde

Keyword(s):

Clinical Applications ◽

Fluoride Release ◽

Glass Ionomer ◽

Fissure Sealants ◽

Pit And Fissure Sealants ◽

High Fluoride ◽

Permanent Molars ◽

One Year ◽

The One ◽

First Permanent Molars

Glass ionomer cements possess several properties that support their consideration in a wide variety of clinical applications including Pit and fissure sealants. The aim of this study was to compare and evaluate Fuji III and Fuji VII glass ionomer sealants in terms of retention, caries incidence and salivary fluoride release between two groups of children aged 6 and-8 years respectively. One hundred and ten first permanent molars were sealed and the clinical evaluation showed no incidence of caries. There was partial or complete retention of the sealant in 80% of the treated teeth in both groups at the one-year evaluation. Irrespective of the sealant used, the pattern of fluoride release remained consistent, with an initial high fluoride release followed by low prolonged leakage before returning to baseline value at the end of one year.

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Performance of fissure sealants on fully erupted permanent molars with incipient carious lesions: A glass-ionomer-based versus a resin-based sealant

Journal of Dental Research Dental Clinics Dental Prospects ◽

10.34172/joddd.2020.009 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 14 (1) ◽

pp. 61-67

Author(s):

Nada Jaafar ◽

Hala Ragab ◽

Ahmed Abedrahman ◽

Essam Osman

Keyword(s):

Retention Rate ◽

Permanent Teeth ◽

Controlled Clinical Trial ◽

Glass Ionomer ◽

Fissure Sealants ◽

Fissure Sealant ◽

Carious Lesions ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Permanent Molars ◽

Caries Progression

Background . The effectiveness of fissure sealants in caries prevention depends on their long-term retention and ability to stop caries progression. This randomized controlled clinical trial compared the retention rate and cariostatic properties of a contemporary glass-ionomer-based sealant (GIS) versus a resin-based sealant (RS) placed on fully erupted permanent molars in a split-mouth design. Methods. The sealants were placed on fully erupted permanent teeth (8‒12 years of age) in 45 children. The evaluation was conducted after one week and three and six months. Results. There was a statistically significant difference in the retention rate and caries transition between the two groups over a six-month clinical evaluation period. The resin-based sealant group showed a better retention rate than the GIS group (75.56% and 48.88%, respectively). The resin-based sealant was superior to GIS in preventing caries progression. Conclusion. Resin-based fissure sealant with fluoride releasing properties might be preferable in preventing caries progression of incipient non-cavitated carious lesions in fully-erupted teeth.

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Glass-ionomer fissure sealants: Clinical observations up to 13 years

Journal of Dentistry ◽

10.1016/j.jdent.2018.10.007 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 79 ◽

pp. 85-89 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Dejan Markovic ◽

Tamara Peric ◽

Bojan Petrovic

Keyword(s):

Glass Ionomer ◽

Fissure Sealants ◽

Clinical Observations

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Sealant Utilization and its Influence on Caries Reduction in First Permanent Molars in Saudi Female School Children

The Open Dentistry Journal ◽

10.2174/1874210602115010583 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 15 (1) ◽

pp. 583-590

Author(s):

Fatimah Albaeejan ◽

Doaa Bakhashwain ◽

Alanoud Alsubaie ◽

Azza Tageldin ◽

Muhammad Nazir ◽

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Keyword(s):

Public Schools ◽

Family Income ◽

Fourth Grade ◽

First Grade ◽

World Health ◽

Protective Effects ◽

Fissure Sealants ◽

Monthly Family Income ◽

Permanent Molars ◽

First Permanent Molars

Purpose: This study aimed to assess the utilization of fissure sealants and their influence on caries reduction in first permanent molars (FPMs) among 6-9 years old female schoolchildren in Dammam, Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods: First to fourth grade female children from public schools in Dammam participated in this cross-sectional study. Dental caries and fissure sealants in FPMs were examined clinically using the World Health Organization guidelines. In addition, the parents of the participants responded to a self-reported questionnaire. Results: The study analyzed the data of 449 children. Almost 44.3% of the participants had at least one FPM affected with caries. There were 8.7% of the participants who had fissure sealants in at least one FPM, and out of these, only 2.2% had four FPMs filled with sealants. A significantly greater proportion of participants with sealed FPMs had no caries than the lower proportion of participants without sealants who had caries (P=<0.05). The use of sealants increased significantly from first grade (10.3%) to second grade (30.8%), third grade (38.5%), and fourth grade (20.5%) (P=0.006). High monthly family income (P= 0.047) and having insurance (P=0.017) were significantly associated with increased sealant application. Nearly 21.9% of participants’ parents were aware of caries protective effects of dental sealants. Conclusion: The application of sealants was significantly associated with reduced caries in FPMs. Class year, monthly family income, and insurance were significantly associated with having sealants. Caries prevention programs for children should incorporate sealant application.

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Human amniotic membrane as therapeutic agent in pulpotomy of permanent molars

BMJ Case Reports ◽

10.1136/bcr-2021-243414 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 14 (10) ◽

pp. e243414

Author(s):

Saumya Johri ◽

Promila Verma ◽

Rhythm Bains ◽

Aseem Praksh Tikku

Keyword(s):

Amniotic Membrane ◽

Glass Ionomer Cement ◽

Permanent Teeth ◽

Human Amniotic Membrane ◽

Glass Ionomer ◽

Present Case Report ◽

Mandibular Molar ◽

Permanent Molars ◽

Irreversible Pulpitis ◽

Ionomer Cement

A 22-year-old woman reported with a cariously exposed mandibular molar. Pulpotomy was planned rather than routine root canal treatment, which was otherwise indicated. Amniotic membrane (AM) that has been extensively researched in different fields of medicine was used as the pulpotomy agent. After gaining coronal access to the root orifices, bleeding was arrested and activated AM was placed over the root stumps. Glass ionomer cement(GIC) was placed over the membrane and temporary restoration was done. One week later, permanent restoration with composite resin was done. The patient’s symptoms resolved, and the tooth started responding normally to vitality tests at subsequent follow-ups. The present case report is an attempt to use human AM as a natural pulpotomy agent for treating irreversible pulpitis in permanent teeth. Understanding of innumerable beneficial properties of the AM and its application in preserving vitality of permanent teeth is the main learning objective.

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Caries-preventive effect of glass ionomer and resin-based fissure sealants on permanent teeth: An update of systematic review evidence

BMC Research Notes ◽

10.1186/1756-0500-4-22 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 4 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 33

Author(s):

Steffen Mickenautsch ◽

Veerasamy Yengopal

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Permanent Teeth ◽

Glass Ionomer ◽

Preventive Effect ◽

Fissure Sealants

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Direct Restorations, Endodontics, and Bleaching: Materials and Techniques Used by General Dentists of New Zealand

International Journal of Dentistry ◽

10.1155/2019/6327171 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2019 ◽

pp. 1-7 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Carolina Loch ◽

Jithendra Ratnayake ◽

Arthi Veerasamy ◽

Peter Cathro ◽

Robert Lee ◽

...

Keyword(s):

New Zealand ◽

Resin Composite ◽

Quality Care ◽

Glass Ionomer ◽

New Materials ◽

Home Based ◽

Resin Modified Glass Ionomer ◽

Permanent Molars ◽

General Dentists ◽

Deciduous Molars

Background. To investigate the selection and use of direct restorative materials, endodontic techniques adopted, and approaches to bleaching by general dentists in New Zealand. Methods. A questionnaire comprising 19 sections and 125 questions was distributed via mail to 351 general dentists in New Zealand who were selected, at random, from the Dental Council of New Zealand’s 2016 register. Results. A total of 204 questionnaires were returned, of which 188 were usable. Direct resin composite was the most commonly used material for occlusoproximal cavity restorations in premolars (93.7%) and permanent molars (85.2%). Resin-modified glass ionomer cements (34%) and resin composite materials (31.4%) were more commonly used in the restoration of deciduous molars. Home-based vital bleaching was provided by a significant number of dentists (86%), while only 18% provided practice-based bleaching. Cold lateral condensation was the most commonly used obturation technique (55.8%), and 83% of respondents reported using rubber dam for treatments. Conclusions. The findings from this study indicate that dentists in New Zealand are adapting to new materials and technologies to provide high quality care to their patients. Aesthetic treatments such as bleaching have become an integral part of general dental practice.

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