The Effects of Different Anticavity Agents and Er:YAG Laser Usage on Enamel Surface Microhardness

In this study 150 extracted third molars were used. Measurements were made using DIAGNOdent, and samples with scores of 0 –13 were included in the study. These were divided into 15 groups (n = 20). Use of the agents sodium fluoride (NaF), tricalcium phosphate (Ca3PO4), titanium tetrafluoride (TiF4), Tooth Mousse (CPP-ACP), MI Paste Plus (CPP-ACP), and NovaMin (bioactive glass), individually and then in combination wi th Er:YAG laser, was assessed based on their effects on microhardness values. After treatment, the groups were exposed to a demineralisation solution. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS 20.0 package software.Results: The highest test result value was observed in the TFL (TiF4/Er:YAG laser) group. Statistically significant differences were determined among all the groups (p
Source: Oral health and Preventive dentistry - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research