An evaluation of the bond strengths to enamel of two fissure sealants

J Clin Pediatr Dent. 2000 Summer;24(4):287-90. doi: 10.17796/jcpd.24.4.f867h330272473pq.

Abstract

The objective of this study was to carry out a comparative evaluation of the bond strength to enamel of two present-day fissure sealants, Helioseal and Concise; good adhesion of the material to the tooth surface is one of the requisites for the success of this preventive technique. To this end, 16 caries-free human premolars extracted for orthodontic reasons were used. Proximal, mesial, and distal surfaces were treated and studied. Bond strength was evaluated by the application of compression forces (Instron) at a velocity of 0.5 mm/mm. The overall results obtained do not show significant differences between the two materials.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Analysis of Variance
  • Bicuspid
  • Bisphenol A-Glycidyl Methacrylate
  • Composite Resins
  • Compressive Strength
  • Dental Bonding*
  • Dental Enamel
  • Humans
  • Materials Testing
  • Pit and Fissure Sealants* / chemistry
  • Tensile Strength

Substances

  • Composite Resins
  • Pit and Fissure Sealants
  • Helioseal
  • Bisphenol A-Glycidyl Methacrylate