The Impact of Different Surface Treatments on the Bond Strength of Dental Restorations: (Review Artical)
Abstract
Background: The success of dental restorations made from ceramic materials is heavily dependent on establishing a relia-ble bond between the restoration and the underlying tooth struc-ture. This can be achieved through the use of appropriate luting cements and surface conditioning techniques. This systematic review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research on various surface modification methods to enhance the adhesive strength between dental ceramics and tooth hard tissues. Aim of Study: The aim of this review is to critically exam-ine the current literature on the use of different surface modifi-cation techniques to improve the bond strength between dental ceramics and tooth structures. Methods: The authors conducted a comprehensive liter-ature search on the Web of Science, Scopus, and MEDLINE databases for publications between January 1, 2010, and Jan-uary 1, 2020. After screening, the full text of 159 publications was assessed, leading to the inclusion of 19 studies in the final analysis. Results: The included studies exhibited heterogeneity in terms of materials and techniques used. Therefore, only com-parisons within the same research were performed, rather than comparing different investigations. Most studies reported a sta-tistically significant difference in bond strength between sam-ples that underwent various surface conditioning procedures and those that did not. The research generally indicated that a combination of mechanical and chemical surface treatment methods resulted in the highest level of bond strength enhance-ment. Additionally, artificial aging and the type of luting cement used were shown to have a significant impact on bond strength. Conclusion: This review highlights the importance of us-ing appropriate surface modification techniques to achieve a reliable and durable bond between dental ceramic restorations and tooth structures. The findings suggest that a combination of mechanical and chemical surface conditioning methods, along with the selection of suitable luting cements, can lead to the most effective improvement in adhesive strength