Dental Adhesives and Etching Processes

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What is a disadvantage of the 3-step etch-and-rinse adhesives?

Uses more harmful materials

Less effective than simplified systems

More prone to hydrolytic degradation

More time consuming (correct)

What happens during the etching process of enamel?

Increased mineralization

Reduction of the enamel's free energy

Transformation into an irregular surface (correct)

Creation of a smooth surface

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the etching time?

Temperature of the solution (correct)

Concentration of acid

Type of acid used

Type of dentition present

What happens to enamel that is etched for too long?

It can break down more easily Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the Type I etching pattern?

Dissolution of prism cores Signup and view all the answers

Why are simplified 2-step adhesives considered more user friendly?

They consist of a single solution Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected visual appearance of enamel after adequate etching?

Clinically frosty white Signup and view all the answers

How does the mineral composition of enamel affect its etching?

Less mineralized enamel etches faster Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of primer in the bonding process with dentin?

To increase the wettability of the dentin surface Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of the adhesive resin according to the content?

Fast application process Signup and view all the answers

What happens to collagen fibers after priming with hydrophilic resins?

They become coated and stiffened by the resins Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following steps describes the dentinal substrate after the application of adhesive resin?

Hydrophobic resin diffusion into non-infiltrated areas leads to poor sealing Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of using adhesive resins as highlighted in the content?

They are sensitive to dehydration Signup and view all the answers

What effect does the solvent of the primer have on the dentin substrate?

It displaces water more rapidly with organic solvents Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following examples is NOT listed as an adhesive resin?

Universal dentin bond Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining feature of fifth-generation dentin bonding agents?

They are available in a single bottle containing both primer and adhesive. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of fifth-generation bonding agents?

Enhanced postoperative sensitivity. Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of incomplete resin penetration into the dentinal tubules?

Formation of non-adherent resin plugs Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable characteristic of sixth-generation bonding agents?

They eliminate the etching step entirely. Signup and view all the answers

Which bonding agent type is known to 'etch and prime simultaneously'?

Self-etching adhesive. Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential disadvantage of sixth-generation bonding agents?

They must be refreshed frequently due to their acidic nature. Signup and view all the answers

Which bonding agent is specifically known to be less aggressive in etching dentin?

Sixth-generation bonding agents. Signup and view all the answers

What component is combined with primer in self-etching primers of sixth-generation bonding agents?

Adhesive. Signup and view all the answers

What is the bond strength range for high-quality fifth-generation bonding agents?

20 to 25 MPa. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main functions of the self-etch primer (SEP)?

Etching and priming Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disadvantage of all-in-one adhesives?

Increased technique sensitivity Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the bonding agent in the self-etch adhesive system?

To bond chemically and enhance bond strength Signup and view all the answers

Why must selective etching be performed?

To achieve high bond strength to enamel Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of ethanol in bonding agents when applied to dry dentin?

It increases the time of application. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential issue with the hydrophilicity of the resin monomers in all-in-one adhesives?

It makes them liable to water degradation Signup and view all the answers

How long should the bonding agent be applied in a rubbing motion?

10 seconds Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about resin infiltration in dentin is true?

It forms a hybrid layer by infiltrating the collagen network. Signup and view all the answers

What can over wetting or over dryness during the etching step lead to?

Decreased infiltration of resin monomers. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the advantages of self-etch adhesives?

More complex application process Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of water in the bonding protocol for dentin?

It acts as a plasticizer for collagen. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the self-etch primer in self-etch adhesives?

To chemically bond to the mineral content of dentin Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of etching on dentin during the bonding process?

It eliminates the smear plugs and opens dentinal tubules. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes micro-tags when applying a bonding agent to etched enamel?

They result from the infiltration within tiny pores. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the collagen network if it collapses during the adhesive procedure?

It restricts adhesive permeation. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of bonds do macro-tags create in etched enamel?

They fill spaces surrounding enamel prisms. Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to avoid during the bonding procedure?

Moisture contamination Signup and view all the answers

What happens when liners and bases are used during the bonding procedure?

Decreases the overall bond strength Signup and view all the answers

What is the C-factor in bonding procedures?

Ratio of bonded to unbonded restoration Signup and view all the answers

When is the use of calcium hydroxide liners considered appropriate?

In cases of deep cavity preparations close to the pulp Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about eugenol-containing temporary restorations is true?

Fresh eugenol can negatively impact bonding Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach regarding the application of adhesives in restorations?

Direct application of adhesive resin without liners Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant drawback of using liners and bases in a restoration?

They create interfaces reducing bond performance Signup and view all the answers

How should the cavity be prepared to enhance bonding?

By providing smooth and finished walls Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Operative Dentistry - Chapter 4: Adhesion

G.V. Black described restoration retention based on cavity design and undercut dentin. Additional tooth structure removal was needed for retention. Materials available at the time (e.g., amalgam) had limitations.
Adhesive systems have significantly changed cavity preparation design, transitioning from "extension for prevention" to a caries lesion-centered approach. This approach aims to conserve tooth structure.
Enamel and dentin bonding techniques have advanced significantly since 1955. Buonocore's 1955 clinical technique used diluted phosphoric acid to etch enamel, creating a microscopically roughened surface for better resin retention. The resin forms "tags" within the microporosities and then polymerizes.
Adhesion/Bonding: Two surfaces held together by interfacial forces (valence or interlocking forces, or both).
Adhesive/Adherent: A material (often a viscous fluid) that joins substrates, solidifying to transfer load between them.
Adherend: The surface or substrate to which something is adhered.
Adhesive Strength: The load-bearing capacity of an adhesive joint.
Adhesive Failure: The bond fails at the interface between two substrates.
Cohesive Failure: The bond fails within one substrate, not at the interface.
Abbreviations commonly used in resin chemicals include: Bis-GMA, HEMA, TEGDMA, 4-META, UDMA, and Phenyl-P.

Requirements for Adhesion

Good substrate wetting (low contact angle) and a clean substrate are essential for adhesion. Wetting is the expression of attractive forces between adhesive and substrate molecules. Cleanliness increases adhesion, and higher surface energy of the substrate results in better adhesion. Surface tension of the bonding agent must be less than the surface energy of the enamel or dentin.
Contamination (e.g., saliva, blood) reduces substrate energy and impairs wetting.

Mechanisms of Bonding

Micromechanical: Resin penetration and resin tag formation within the tooth surface.
Adsorption: Chemical bonding to inorganic (hydroxyapatite) or organic (type-I collagen) components of tooth structure.
Diffusion: Substances precipitate on tooth surfaces for mechanical/chemical bonding with resin monomers.
Combination: A combination of the above mechanisms is frequently employed.
A good wetting ensures good adhesion.

Advantages of Adhesion

Conservation of tooth structure.
Reinforcement of remaining tooth structure.
Restoration retention.
Reduction/elimination of marginal microleakage.
Expansion of esthetic possibilities.

Clinical Indications for Adhesives

Treatment of dentin hypersensitivity.
Bonded amalgam restorations.
Indirect adhesive restorations.
Repair of porcelain/composite.
Restoring caries/fractures
Altering shape/color of anterior teeth
Bonding orthodontic brackets
Repairing fractured restorative materials

Classification of Adhesive Systems

Based on Bonding Strategy:
- Etch-and-rinse (Total-etch)
- Self-etch.
- Glass ionomer adhesive systems
Based on Clinical Application Steps:
- Three-step systems.
- Two-step systems.
- One-step systems.
Based on Generations:
- First generation
- Second generation
- Third generation
- Fourth generation
- Fifth generation
- Sixth generation
- Seventh generation

First Generation

Hydrophobic monomers.
Acid etching is only for enamel, not dentin.
Self-cure bonding agents.
Chemically composed of surface-active monomers (NPG-GMA).

Second Generation

Phosphate ester monomers.
Enhanced surface wetting.
Chemical bond to calcium smear layer.
Low bond strengths

Third Generation

Modified/altered smear layer.
Acidic, hydrophilic monomers.
Removal of smear layer by chelating agent.

Fourth Generation

Developed in the early 1990s.
Based on total etch/moist bonding.
Three-step application.
High bond strength.
Characterized by hybridization at the dentin/composite resin interface.

Components of Fourth Generation Adhesives

Includes conditioners, primers, and adhesives

Sixth Generation Bonding Agents

i. Self-etching primer and adhesive: Available in two bottles. Primer is applied to the adhesive. Water is the solvent.
ii. Self-etching adhesive: Available in two bottles. A drop of each bottle is mixed and applied.

Advantages of Self-etching

Reduces postoperative sensitivity.
Faster and simpler technique.

Disadvantages of Self-etching

Lower bond strength to enamel relative to dentin, often requiring selective etching for better enamel bond
pH is inadequate to etch enamel effectively, sometimes leading to decreased bond strength on enamel
High hydrophilicity

Seventh Generation

Simplifies multiple sixth generation materials into a single bottle one-step system.
Avoids mixing errors.
Shows minimal postoperative sensitivity.

Etching

Process of selective demineralization of substrate (enamel/dentin) to create spaces for micro-mechanical bonding.

Primer/Adhesive Promoting Agents

Hydrophilic monomers that increase surface wettability.

Bonding Agents

Hydrophobic monomers that penetrate the demineralized surface and polymerize for micromechanical retention.

Classification based on application steps

Three-step system
Two-step system

Etch time for various teeth

Depending on fluoride and if it is primary tooth or permanent.

Dentin

Heterogeneous structure of tubules connecting the pulp to DEJ.
Peritubular and intertubular dentin.
High protein content contributes to dentin's hydrophilic nature and low surface energy.

Smear layer

Thin porous layer of hydroxyapatite and altered collagen.
Forms when tooth surface is prepared, trapping debris.
Acts as a barrier, decreasing dentin permeability.

Stresses at Resin/Dentin Interface

Resin composites shrink during polymerization.
Residual stresses can lead to bond disruption, marginal gaps, and microleakage.

Microleakage

Passage of ions, molecules, bacteria, and/or toxins between restoration margins and tooth walls.
Causes sensitivity and recurrent caries

Etching time on dentin (15 seconds)

Removes smear plugs and layer
Opens dentin tubules, increases wetness and sensitivity
Demineralizes dentin

Drying

Air-drying enamel leads to frosty appearance
Air drying dentin reduces collagen volume by 65%
Minimal blotting sufficient for dentin drying

Priming

Applied after etching and before bonding.
Increases surface wettability.
Hydrophilic monomers (HEMA) dissolved in organic solvents.

Solvent-based Primers

Acetone-based: Excellent on wet dentin
Water-based: Good on dry dentin
Ethanol/Alcohol-based: Mid-point between acetone and water

Bonding Resin Infiltration

Hydrophobic monomers (Bis-GMA, UDMA)
Some hydrophilic monomers to regulate viscosity.
HEMA as a wetting agent

Enamel and Resin Infiltration:

Infiltration and polymerization into etched pores, forming resin tags and hybrid layer.

Dentin Resin Infiltration

Infiltration and polymerization of hydrophobic monomers into interfibrilar spaces. Also infiltration and polymerization of monomers into dentinal tubules.

Hybrid Layer / Resin Reinforcement Layer / Interdiffusion Zone

An interlocking of resin within the demineralized dentin surface.

Technique Sensitivity of Etch-and-Rinse Adhesives

Postoperative hypersensitivity due to smear layer removal & dentin fluid movement.
Sensitivity to overwetting/overdrying.
Risk of overetching. (Incomplete resin infiltration )causing sensitivity, nanoleakage, & hydrolytic degradation

Self-etch Approach (Etch-and-Dry)

Eliminates separate etching step.
Acidic monomers simultaneously etch and prime dentin.
Eliminates the risk of over-etching.
Easier technique and avoids rinsing step, reducing moisture contamination

Advantages of SE over TE

Faster and simpler
Technique-sensitive
Spontaneous demineralization and resin infiltration
Reduced postoperative sensitivity

Classification according to acidity

Strong (pH > 1): Deep demineralization in enamel and dentin.
Intermediate (pH ≥ 1.5): Hybrid layer formation with a partially mineralized base.
Mild (pH = 2): Superficial demineralization leaving some residual hydroxyapatite.
Ultra-mild (pH=2.7): Minimal demineralization.

2-Step Self-Etch

Two-bottle system: self-etch primer, and bonding agent.
Self-etch primer (SEP): Hydrophilic, acidic primer that etches and primes simultaneously.
Bonding agent: Hydrophobic monomers.

1-Step Self-Etch

Single-bottle "all-in-one" adhesive system.
Combines etching, priming, and bonding in one step.

Advantages of 1-Step Self-Etch

Easy to use.
Fewer steps.

Disadvantages of 1-Step Self-Etch

Possible low enamel bond
Not stable in nature, prone to water degradation

Universal Adhesives (UAs)

Single-bottle, no-mix systems.
Useable in total-etch, self-etch, and selective-etch procedures.
Multifunctional monomers.
Require water and organic solvents.

Glass Ionomer Adhesives (GI)

Self-adhering.
Removes smear layer.
Activating calcium ions for increased reactivity.
Mechanical bond via hybridization.

Factors Affecting Adhesion

Physiological effects of both dentin and enamel.
- Surface Energy
- Capillary attraction
- Osmotic pressure (water movement).
C-factor (ratio of bonded/unbonded surfaces)
Post-restorative care includes maintaining proper oral hygiene.
Technique of restoration and skill of operator (use of rubber dam)
Constituents of temporary restorations

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This quiz explores the intricacies of etch-and-rinse adhesives in dentistry, specifically focusing on enamel etching techniques and the bonding process with dentin. Test your knowledge on the effects of various factors on etching, advantages and disadvantages of adhesives, and the clinical significance of each step involved.