Abstract

RODRIGUEZ G, Douglas R  and  PEREIRA S, Natalie A. Current trends and evolution on dental composites. Acta odontol. venez [online]. 2008, vol.46, n.3, pp.381-392. ISSN 0001-6365.

The introduction of composite-based resin technology to restorative dentistry was one of the most significant contributions to dentistry in the last twenty year. The advantages of bonded restorations include conservation of sound tooth structure, reduction of microleakage, prevention of postoperative sensitivity, tooth reinforcement and the transmission / distribution of functional stress across the bonding interface of the tooth. Today, improvements in formulations, development of new placement techniques and the optimization of physical and mechanicals properties had made the direct composite restoration more reliable and predictable. The main objective of this article was analyzing the advances of resin composites restoration material. Trought an exhaustive literature revision. Valuing aspect as composition, classification, phisycal and mechanical properties, manipulation and current trends of this material.

Keywords : Dental restoration materials; Composite Resins; Bis-GMA.