Assessing color stability and wear resistance of injectable and preheated composite materials
Color Stability and Wear Resistance of Direct Flowable and Preheated Resin Composite Veneers Using the Injectable Resin Technique: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
This study is testing whether heated composite dental materials last longer and keep their color better than flowable composites in patients needing front tooth restorations.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 142 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | King Abdullah University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Irbid) |
| Trial ID | NCT06532916 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the color stability and wear resistance of highly filled injectable flowable composite materials compared to preheated conventional composites. It will involve a modified split-mouth randomized design with 20 patients requiring at least 6 anterior aesthetic restorations. A total of 142 restorations will be assessed over 12 months, with evaluations of color stability using a shade guide and spectrophotometer, and wear resistance through volumetric loss measurements using 3D laser scanning. The study seeks to determine if heated composite restorations outperform flowable composites in clinical performance.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 with sound anterior teeth needing aesthetic restorations.
Not a fit: Patients with contraindications for dental treatment, poor oral hygiene, or severe aesthetic requirements not met by direct veneers may not benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved aesthetic outcomes and durability of dental restorations for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is novel, similar studies have shown promising results in evaluating composite materials, indicating potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients older than 18 years * Asymptomatic sound anterior teeth, or localized Class III/IV/V cavity or restoration * Patients with irregular tooth anatomies, misalignments, spacing, mild staining, cervical wear that are indicated for direct composite veneers * Restorations in functional occlusions with an opposing natural tooth. * Two proximal contacts area with neighboring teeth Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with contra-indications for regular dental treatment based on their medical history. * Patients at a high risk of caries. * Patients with poor oral hygiene. * Teeth with compromised periodontal status. * Evidence of active parafunctional habits or excessive tooth wear. * Severe discoloration * Heavy smokers * Patients with special aesthetic requirements that could not be solved by direct composite veneers.
Where this trial is running
Irbid
- Jordan University of Science and Technology — Irbid, Jordan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ghada A Maghaireh — Jordan University of Science and Technology
- Study coordinator: Ghada A Maghaireh
- Email: gmaghair@just.edu.jo
- Phone: 0798809296
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.