The degree of conversion of fiber-reinforced composites polymerized using different light-curing sources

Uctasli S., Tezvergil A., Lassila L., Vallitu P.

DENTAL MATERIALS, vol.21, no.5, pp.469-475, 2005 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 21 Issue: 5
  • Publication Date: 2005
  • Doi Number: 10.1016/j.dental.2004.08.001
  • Journal Name: DENTAL MATERIALS
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.469-475
  • Keywords: dental materials, fiber-reinforced composite, degree of conversion, light-curing units, DOUBLE-BOND CONVERSION, RESIN COMPOSITES, DENTAL RESINS, INTENSITY, DENTISTRY, PLASMA
  • Ankara University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Objectives. Fiber-reinforced composites (FRC) with different polymer matrix compositions are available on the market. The aim of this study was to compare the degree of monomer conversion of FRC that contained either dimethacrylate resin matrix or semi-IPN resin matrix. In addition, the effect of different types of Light-curing units and durations of light irradiation on the degree of conversion was evaluated.