Accession Number:

AD1036845

Title:

Effect of Repeated Acid Challenges on the Color Stability of Resin-Infiltrated Enamel White Spot Lesions

Descriptive Note:

Technical Report

Corporate Author:

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Bethesda United States

Personal Author(s):

• Lummis,Robert Jr A.

Report Date:

2016-06-01

Pagination or Media Count:

36.0

Abstract:

INTRODUCTION Repeated bacterial acid challenges to tooth enamel result in loss of the mineral component. The resulting spaces decrease the refractive index to light giving the appearance of a white lesion. Resin infiltration fills subsurface enamel voids and increases the refractive index of white spot lesions to more closely match the surrounding enamel and improve esthetics. Currently, there is a lack of information regarding the color stability of resin-infiltrated enamel following multiple acid challenges.

Descriptors:

• teeth
• calcium compounds
• refractive index
• cariostatic agents
• composite materials
• clinical trials
• phosphoric acids
• resins
• oral hygiene
• dentistry
• ENAMELS

Subject Categories:

• Medicine and Medical Research

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE