scholarly journals Evaluation of Wear Properties of Four Bulk-Fill Composites: Attrition, Erosion, and Abrasion

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Faeze Asadian ◽  
Zahra Shahidi ◽  
Zohreh Moradi
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
Weight Changes ◽  
Wear Properties ◽  
Composite Methods ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Baseline Weight ◽  
Ph Cycling ◽  
One Way Anova

Purpose. Wear and increased surface roughness are among the reasons for failure of posterior composite restorations. Considering the widespread use of bulk-fill composites in the posterior region, information about their wear resistance is imperative. The aim of this study was to compare the wear and surface roughness of four bulk-fill composite resins with a conventional composite. Methods. Thirty composite discs ( 4   mm × 10   mm ) were fabricated from EverX Posterior (GC), X-tra fil (Voco), Filtek Bulk-Fill Posterior (3M, USA), SonicFill 2 (Kerr), and Z250 (3M) composites. The baseline weight and surface roughness of specimens were measured. For the assessment of the attrition wear, the specimens were placed in a chewing simulator (Mechatronik). pH cycling was performed to erode the composite discs. They were then placed in a tooth brushing simulator machine (Dorsa) for abrasion wear. Finally, the weight and surface roughness of the specimens were measured. Data were compared using one-way ANOVA ( alpha ≤ 0.05 ). Results. One-way ANOVA showed that the mean weight changes were significant after attrition, abrasion, and erosion ( P = 0.019 ), but changes in surface roughness were not significant ( P ≥ 0.05 ). The results of Tukey’s test showed no significant difference between the bulk-fill composites and Z250 regarding weight loss ( P ≥ 0.05 ), but the weight loss of X-tra fil was significantly greater than that of EverX ( P = 0.007 ) and Filtek Bulk-Fill ( P = 0.005 ). Conclusions. Considering the limitations of this study, it appears that the wear and surface roughness of bulk-fill composites are within the acceptable range and are not different from those of a conventional composite.

Surface properties of composite resins with and without fluorides for bracket bonding / Propriedades de superfície de resinas compostas com e sem fluoretos para colagem de suportes

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 67267-67276
Author(s):  
Emillyn Jones Greijal Dias Holanda ◽  
José Guilherme Neves ◽  
Milton Santamaria-Jr ◽  
Silvia Amélia Scudeler Vedovello ◽  
Ana Rosa Costa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Surface Properties ◽  
Color Change ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
Hardness Tester ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Roughness Analysis ◽  
Diamond Paste ◽  
Penetration Time

The aim of this study was to evaluate the surface properties of orthodontic resins with and without fluoride. Forty disks, measuring 2 mm thick by 6 mm in diameter, were made of 4 bracket-bonding composite resins (n=10): Transbond Plus Color Change-3M/Unitek (TPCC); Transbond XT- 3M/Unitek (TXT), Orthocem -FGM (OC); Orthocem UV Trace-FGM (OCUV). The discs were photoactivated for 40 seconds with irradiance of 450 mW/cm2 and manually polished in sequence by silicon carbide sandpapers with 1200 and 2000 grain size and finished with diamond paste and felt disc. The surface microhardness analysis was performed using a Shimadzu Micro Hardness Tester HMV-2,000 (Shimadzu Corporation, Kyoto, Japan) with a load of 50 gF and a 5 second penetration time. Surface roughness readings were taken using a Surf Corder Roughness Meter (SE 1700- Kosaka, Lisboa-Portugal). For data analysis, ANOVA (one-way) was used, followed by Tukey's post-test (?=0.05). The microhardness results showed a difference (p?0.05) in the means of the orthodontic resins between TPCC and TXT with the other groups. After the surface roughness analysis, the averages showed that TPCC resin showed higher roughness compared to OC and OCUV (p?0.05), and there was no statistical difference with TXT. It was concluded that statistically the composite resins with fluoride showed significant difference regarding hardness and roughness.

scholarly journals Evaluation of the color stability and surface roughness of dual-cure, bulk-fill composites

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (Suppl. 1) ◽  
pp. 266-273
Author(s):  
Zehra Şivgan Güner ◽  
Behiye Bolgül ◽  
Tacettin İnandı
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Color Stability ◽  
Pediatric Dentistry ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
Distilled Water ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Cherry Juice ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Composite Samples

Aim: In recent years, tooth-colored, dual-cure, bulk-fill composite resins, which have attracted attention for their ease of use, constitute one of the latest developments in pediatric dentistry applications. This study aimed to evaluate the color stability and surface roughness properties of three different dual-cure, bulk-fill materials and one light-cure, bulk-fill composite material used in pediatric dentistry. Methodology: In this study, three different dual-cure, bulk-fill composites (Fill-Up, HyperFIL, Cention-N) and one light-polymerized bulk-fill composite (Reveal HD) were used. A total of 70 samples were obtained for surface roughness testing. The surface roughness testing was performed with a Hysitron TI 950 Triboindenter device. A total of 105 samples were obtained for the evaluation of color stability. Cherry juice, iced tea, and distilled water were used as solutions. Initial and final color measurements were made using a spectrophotometer. The color differences between measurements were recorded according to the CIEDE 2000 system. Results: The least surface roughness among the composite groups was observed in the light polymerized Cention-N composite samples in the experimental group. In the Fill-Up and Cention-N composite groups in the experimental group, the surface roughness of the samples left to self-polymerization and the samples polymerized with light showed a statistically significant difference (p < 0.05). Among the composite groups, the highest amount of coloring was observed in the Fill-Up composite samples, which were left to self-polymerization and kept in cherry juice in the experimental group. The least coloration among the composite groups was observed in the Cention-N composite samples polymerized with light and kept in distilled water. Conclusion: Based on this information, a decrease in surface roughness and an increase in color stability can be expected due to self-polymerization and the light polymerization of dual-cured, bulk-fill composites.   How to cite this article: Şivgan Güner Z, Bolgül B, İnandı T. Evaluation of the color stability and surface roughness of dual-cure, bulk-fill composites. Int Dent Res 2021;11(Suppl.1):266-273. https://doi.org/10.5577/intdentres.2021.vol11.suppl.39   Linguistic Revision: The English in this manuscript has been checked by at least two professional editors, both native speakers of English.

scholarly journals Effect of whitening dentifrices on the surface roughness of a nanohybrid composite resin

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (02) ◽  
pp. 170-175 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriela Migliorin da Rosa ◽  
Luciana Mendonça da Silva ◽  
Márcio de Menezes ◽  
Hugo Felipe do Vale ◽  
Diego Ferreira Regalado ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Composite Resin ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Mean Values ◽  
Short Period ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Nanohybrid Composite ◽  
One Way Anova

ABSTRACT Objectives: The present study verified the influence of whitening dentifrices on the surface roughness of a nanohybrid composite resin. Materials and Methods: Thirty-two specimens were prepared with Filtek™ Z350 XT (3M/ESPE) and randomly divided into four groups (n = 08) that were subjected to brushing simulation equivalent to the period of 1 month. The groups assessed were a control group with distilled water (G1), Colgate Total 12 Professional Clean (G2), Sensodyne Extra Whitener Extra Fresh (G3), and Colgate Luminous White (G4). A sequence of 90 cycles was performed for all the samples. The initial roughness of each group was analyzed by the Surface Roughness Tester (TR 200-TIME Group Inc., CA, USA). After the brushing period, the final roughness was measured, and the results were statistically analyzed using nonparametric Kruskal–Wallis and Dunn tests for intergroup roughness comparison in the time factor. For intragroup and “Δ Final − Initial” comparisons, the Wilcoxon test and (one-way) ANOVA were, respectively, performed (α = 0.05). Results: The roughness mean values before and after brushing showed no statistically significant difference when the different dentifrices were used. None of the dentifrices analyzed increased significantly the nanohybrid composite resin surface roughness in a 1 month of tooth brushing simulation. Conclusions: These results suggest that no hazardous effect on the roughness of nanohybrid composite resin can be expected when whitening dentifrices are used for a short period. Similar studies should be conducted to analyze other esthetic composite materials.

scholarly journals Wear Characteristics of Dental Ceramic CAD/CAM Materials Opposing Various Dental Composite Resins

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (11) ◽  
pp. 1839 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bora Gwon ◽  
Eun-Bin Bae ◽  
Jin-Ju Lee ◽  
Won-Tak Cho ◽  
Hyun-Young Bae ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Composite Resin ◽  
Lithium Disilicate ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
Dental Composite ◽  
Dental Ceramics ◽  
Wear Properties ◽  
Dental Ceramic ◽  
Dental Composite Resins ◽  
Cad Cam

The aim of this study was to evaluate the wear properties of opposed dental ceramic restorative CAD/CAM materials and several posterior direct restorative composite resins. Three kinds of dental ceramics CAD/CAM materials (monolithic zirconia, lithium disilicate, leucite) and four dental composite resins—that is, MI Gracefil, Gradia Direct P, Estelite Σ Quick, and Filtek Supreme Ultra—were used in this study. For each of the 12 groups (three ceramics × four composite resins), five each of a canine-shaped ceramic specimen and a cuboidal shape opposing composite resin were prepared. All of the specimens were tested in a thermomechanical loading machine (50 N, 100,000 cycles, 5/55 °C). Wear losses of ceramic specimens and composite resin specimens were evaluated using a three-dimensional profiling system and an electronic scale, respectively. Statistical analyses were performed using the Kruskal–Wallis test and Mann–Whitney U test with Bonferroni’s correction. Zirconia showed significantly less volumetric loss than lithium disilicate or leucite regardless of composite resin type (p > 0.05/3 = 0.017), and that Estelite Σ Quick showed significantly more weight loss than Filtek Supreme Ultra, MI Gracefil, or Gradia Direct P regardless of ceramic type (p > 0.05/6 = 0.083). Zirconia showed less volumetric loss than lithium disilicate or leucite. Some composite resins opposing ceramics showed considerable weight loss.

Influence of Polishing Systems on Surface Roughness of Composite Resins: Polishability of Composite Resins

2019 ◽  
Vol 44 (3) ◽  
pp. E122-E132 ◽  
Author(s):  
L St-Pierre ◽  
C Martel ◽  
H Crépeau ◽  
MA Vargas
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
In Vitro Study ◽  
Threshold Value ◽  
Lower Surface ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
Initial Surface ◽  
Final Surface ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
One Step

SUMMARY Objectives: The objective of this in vitro study was to compare, with a threshold value of 200 nm, the surface roughness obtained when using 12 different polishing systems on four different composite resins (microfill, nanofill, and two nanohybrids). Methods and Materials: A total of 384 convex specimens were made using Durafill VS, Filtek Supreme Ultra, Grandio SO, and Venus Pearl. After sandblasting and finishing with a medium-grit finishing disc, initial surface roughness was measured using a surface roughness tester. Specimens were polished using 12 different polishing systems: Astropol, HiLuster Plus, D♦Fine, Diacomp, ET Illustra, Sof-Lex Wheels, Sof-Lex XT discs, Super-Snap, Enhance/Pogo, Optrapol, OneGloss and ComposiPro Brush (n=8). The final surface roughness was measured, and data were analyzed using two-way analysis of variance. Pairwise comparisons were made using protected Fisher least significant difference. Results: There were statistical differences in the final surface roughness between polishing systems and between composite resins (p&lt;0.05). The highest surface roughness was observed for all composite resins polished with OneGloss and ComposiPro Brush. Enhance/Pogo and Sof-Lex Wheels produced a mean surface roughness greater than the 200-nm threshold on Filtek Supreme Ultra, Grandio SO, and Venus Pearl. Data showed that there was an interaction between the composite resins and the polishing systems. Conclusions: A single polishing system does not perform equally with all composite resins. Except for Optrapol, multi-step polishing systems performed generally better than one-step systems. Excluding Enhance/Pogo, diamond-impregnated polishers led to lower surface roughness. Durafill VS, a microfill composite resin, may be polished more predictably with different polishers.

Evaluation of Surface Roughness of Microhybrid and Nanofilled Composites after pH-Cycling and Simulated Toothbrushing

2010 ◽  
Vol 11 (6) ◽  
pp. 17-24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Josealdo Tonholo ◽  
Roberta Alves Pinto Moura Penteado ◽  
José Ginaldo Júnior ◽  
Milton Fernando de Andrade Silva ◽  
Celso da Silva Queiroz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Composite Material ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Atomic Force Microscope ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
Specimen Preparation ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Atomic Force ◽  
Ph Cycling ◽  
Plot Design

Abstract Aim This study evaluated the surface roughness patterns of two resin-based composite restorative materials, a microhybrid (Filtek Z250, 3M ESPE) and a nanofilled (Filtek Supreme, 3M ESPE), subjected to a regimen that simulated dynamic pH-cycling and toothbrushing. Methods and Materials Twelve standardized cylindrical specimens of each resin-based composite material were prepared, finished, and mechanically polished. The experimental units were submitted to a pH-cycling regimen followed by 50,000 toothbrushing cycles, after which the surface roughness was measured using an atomic force microscope (AFM). AFM surface roughness was evaluated at three intervals: (1) immediately after specimen preparation (baseline), (2) after pH-cycling, and (3) after simulated toothbrushing. The results were then analyzed using a split-plot design and followed by linear regression and a Tukey's test at a significance level of p<0.05. Results The results obtained indicated that simulated toothbrushing provoked a remarkable increase in surface roughness for both types of composite resins tested (p=0.0031). However, pH-cycling did not alter the surface of the composite under the conditions of this experiment. Conclusions Based on the results obtained, it was concluded that simulated toothbrushing was capable of increasing the surface roughness of the microhybrid (Filtek Z250) and the nanofilled (Filtek Supreme) composites tested. Clinical Significance Surface roughness of nanofilled and microhybrid composites is significantly increased after toothbrushing, although pH-cycling, as tested in this study, does not appear to affect the morphology of either composite material. Citation Penteado RAPM, Tonholo J, Ginaldo Júnior J, Silva MFA, Queiroz CS, Cavalli V, Rego MA, Liporoni PCS. Evaluation of Surface Roughness of Microhybrid and Nanofilled Composites after pH-Cycling and Simulated Toothbrushing. J Contemp Dent Pract [Internet]. 2010 December; 11(6):017-024. Available from: http://www.thejcdp.com/journal/view/volume11- issue6-liporoni

Surface Roughness of Nanohybrid Composites with Different Monomers after Finishing and Polishing with Different Polishing Systems

2020 ◽  
Vol 835 ◽  
pp. 41-49
Author(s):  
Youssef Alaa Soliman ◽  
ELsayed Moustafa Mahmoud ◽  
Mohammed A. Gepreel ◽  
Rania Reda Afifi
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Bisphenol A ◽  
Resin Composite ◽  
Pairwise Comparison ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
Dimer Acid ◽  
Atomic Force ◽  
Measure Surface Roughness ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Free Monomer

Background: The most frequently used monomer in commercial composite resins is bisphenol A glycidyl dimethacrylate. Bisphenol A glycidyl dimethacrylate free monomer and the long chain dimer acid based monomer were considered as an alternative method to improve mechanical and physical properties of composite resins. Objective: To study the surface roughness of different nanohybrid composites with different monomer compositions after finishing and polishing with different polishing systems. Materials and Methods: 72 composite disk specimens were prepared and divided into 3 groups (n=24) according to the resin composite that were used (harmonizekerr, venus diamondheraeuskulzer and n'duranceseptodont). Each group was subdivided into 4 subgroups (n=6) according to the polishing technique that was used (Jiffy natural universal wheelsultradent, sof-lex spiral wheels 3m espe, hilusterkerr or enhance system dentsply). Atomic force microscope was used to measure surface roughness. Results: There was statistical significant difference in surface roughness measuring among different n'durance, venus diamond and harmonize groups (Kruskal Wallis Test p<0.05). Post hock pairwise comparison revealed that venus diamond showed statistically significant higher surface roughness when compared with either n'durance and harmonize. Among the polishing systems, jiffy natural universal wheels produce the least surface roughness. Conclusion: Different monomer compositions may have direct effect on the final surface polish of the restorative materials. Clinical significance: The use of jiffy natural universal wheels may be found to result in the smoothest surface finish with the least clinical steps.

scholarly journals Effect of Finishing and Polishing on The Surface Roughness of Bulk Fill Composites

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-32
Author(s):  
Abdullah Aljamhan ◽  
Syed Rashid Habib ◽  
Mohammed A. AlSarhan ◽  
Bashayer AlZahrani ◽  
Hessa AlOtaibi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Composite Materials ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
Group Iii ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Optical Profilometer ◽  
Test Materials

Objective: The aim of this in vitro study was to compare the effect of three finishing/polishing systems on the surface roughness (Ra) of conventional and Bulk-fill composite resins. Materials and methods: The Ra values of three different brands of Bulk-fill composites (Filtek Bulk-fill®, 3M ESPE; SonicFill Bulk-fill®, Kerr; SDR Bulk-fill®, Dentsply) were tested and compared with the Ra of a conventional composite (Filtek XT Z350®, 3M ESPE). A total of 30 discs (10 mm × 2 mm) were fabricated from four test materials and divided into three groups (n = 10/group) depending on the three finishing/polishing systems used (Astropol®, Ivoclar Vivadent; PoGo®, Dentsply; Sof-LexTM®, 3M ESPE). The Ra of each specimen was recorded with an optical profilometer (Contour-GT-X®, USA). ANOVA and Tukey’s tests were used for statistical analysis. Results: Statistically significant differences (P < 0.05) were observed between the Ra values of all composite materials tested with three finishing/polishing systems. Among composite materials, only Group-III showed a significant difference (P = 0.003) in Ra obtained using all three finishing/polishing systems. SDR Bulk-fill® and Filtek XT Z350® showed the highest (0.810 ± 0.373 µm) and lowest (0.365 ± 0.119 µm) Ra values, respectively. Individually, the highest Ra was recorded for SDR Bulk-fill® when it was finished/polished with the Astropol® system. SonicFill Bulk-fill® and SDR Bulk-fill® composites exhibited the lowest Ra values when they were finished with the PoGo® system. Conclusion: Finishing and polishing techniques greatly affect the surface roughness of different Bulk-fill composites because variations in the surface roughness were observed for all tested composite materials. Filtek XT Z350® exhibited the lowest surface roughness, while SDR Bulk-fill® exhibited the highest surface roughness among the tested composite materials.

scholarly journals Influence of different polishing and aging periods on the surface roughness of composite resins

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. e27310414305
Author(s):  
Ricardo Coelho Okida ◽  
Isis Almela Endo Hoshino ◽  
Lívia Patrícia Romanini ◽  
Amanda Maslen Fontes ◽  
Lara Maria Bueno Esteves ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Artificial Aging ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
In Vitro Study ◽  
Constant Load ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
Repeated Testing ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After

The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of the polishing period on surface roughness (Ra) before and after thermal aging in four composite resins - CR (Durafill VS, Vittra APS, Filtek Z350XT and Spectra Smart). This in vitro study evaluated: (1) CR in 4 levels; (2) polishing period (PP) in three levels (immediate, 7 and 14 days) and (3) artificial aging in two levels: without aging and after 10,000 cycles. For this, 240 CR specimens were allocated into 12 groups (n=20) according to PP with SofLex Pop On disks.  For Ra, 3 measurements on the top surface of each specimen were performed with a diamond tip and constant load of 4mN and 0.25mm/s. Next, the specimens were aged in thermocycling, with temperatures of 5° and 55°C, during 30 seconds in each temperature, and repeated testing afterwards. The data were submitted to statistical tests with 5% significance. The alteration in Ra was observed only in the late polishing in the period of 7 days, where the Durafill VS CR showed higher Ra in comparison to the other CRs. After thermocycling, the groups showed significant difference only with late polishing in the 21-day period; the nanoparticulated RCs (Z350XT˂Vittra APS) recorded the highest Ra values, followed by the microhybrid (DurafillVS) and nanohybrid (Spectra Smart) RCs, respectively. Thus, late polishing in the 7-day and immediate period provided higher Ra values, especially for the nanohybrid and microhybrid composite resins.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Finishing/Polishing Techniques on Low-Shrink Posterior Restorative After Mechanical Cycling

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 46
Author(s):  
Públio Juliana do Carmo ◽  
Lúcia Trazzi Prieto ◽  
Cíntia Tereza Pimenta Araújo ◽  
Josué Junior Araujo Pierote ◽  
Débora Alves Nunes Leite Lima ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Surface Properties ◽  
Composite Resin ◽  
Composite Resins ◽  
The Other ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Mechanical Cycling ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Em 12 ◽  
Posterior Restorations

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a rugosidade superficial de resinas compostas à base silorano e metacrilato submetidas a diferentes técnicas de acabamento/polimento. Foram preparadas 12 amostras de disco de cada resina composta: P90®, Z350® e Carisma, divididas em 12 grupos de acordo com a técnica de acabamento / polimento: sem acabamento / polimento (controle); acabamento com ponta diamantada 1112 FF; acabamento com ponta diamantada 1112 FF associada a Enhance / Pogo; acabamento com ponta diamantada 1112 FF associada a Enhance / Pogo / Polishing / Pastas Poli I e II / Fotogloss. Após as leituras iniciais da rugosidade da superfície, os espécimes foram submetidos a ciclos mecânicos (1.200.000 ciclos) e submetidos imediatamente a leituras de rugosidade final. As medias de rugosidade superfícial foram analisadas estatisticamente por ANOVA e teste de Tukey-Kramer (α = 0,05). As imagens de MEV foram realizadas após o acabamento / polimento e após a ciclagem mecânica. O compósito P90 mostrou valores de rugosidade superficial semelhantes a outros compósitos investigados. Tough, mostrou diferença significativa nas técnicas de acabamento / polimento. O grupo de pontas damantadas apresentou maior rugosidade superficial que diferiu das outras resinas compostas (α <0,05). Enance / Pogo mostrou os menores resultados, que não apresentaram diferença em relação ao grupo de pasta de polimento (α> 0,05). O material restaurador posterior de baixa contração apresentou rugosidade superficial semelhante quando comparado as resinas compostas de dimetacrilato e são restaurações adequadas para região posterior.Palavras-chave: Dente. Resinas de Silorano.  Propriedades de Superfície. AbstractThe aim of this study was to evaluate the surface roughness of a silorane and methacrylate-based composite resins subjected to different finishing/polishing techniques. Twelve disk specimens were prepared from each composite resin: P90®, Z350® and Charisma, divided into 12 groups according to the finishing/polishing technique: no finishing/polishing (control); finishing with 1112 FF diamond burs; finishing with 1112 FF diamond burs associated to Enhance/Pogo; finishing with 1112 FF diamond burs associated to Enhance/Pogo/Polishing/Poli I and II pastes/Fotogloss. After initial readouts of surface roughness, the specimens were subjected to mechanical cycling (1.200.000 cycles) and immediately subjected to final roughness readouts.  Surface roughness means was statistically analyzed by ANOVA and Tukey-Kramer test (α=0.05). SEM images were realized after finishing/polishing and after mechanical cycling. The P90 composite showed surface roughness values similar to other investigated composites. However, significant difference was observed in finishing/polishing techniques. The diamond burs group showed the highest surface roughness differing from the other composite resins (α < 0.05). Enance/Pogo showed the lowest results, which presented no difference compared to the polishing paste group (α > 0.05). The low-shrink posterior restorative showed similar surface roughness when compared to dimethacrylate composite resins and suitable to posterior restorations. Keywords: Tooth. Silorane Resins. Surface Properties. 

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