Influence of temporary cement contamination on the surface free energy and dentine bond strength of self-adhesive cements

Conclusions The ? S values decreased due to the decrease of ? S h values for the temporary cement-contaminated dentine. Contamination with temporary cements led to lower dentine bond strength. Clinical significance The presence of temporary cement interferes with the bonding performance of self-adhesive cements to dentine. Care should be taken in the methods of removal of temporary cement when using self-adhesive cements. Graphical Abstract (Source: Journal of Dentistry)
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