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Spring 2005: Volume 29, Number 3
 
Clinical Research for a Better Practice

In vitro study on the occlusal wear of different restorative materials on primary teeth
P. Villalta / C.R.M.D. Rodrigues

Since primary tooth enamel wears more rapidly than permanent tooth enamel, it is important to study the mechanical wear patterns of restorative materials used in the primary dentition. It is important that an in vitro evaluation of wear resistance of different restorative materials is done in order to establish a valid in vitro test protocol for use in pediatric dentistry.

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