Clinical Study on a New Flowable Composite as a Restorative in Adult Teeth

Clinical Evaluation of a Low Shrinkage Flowable Resin Composite in Adult Teeth

Study hypothesis: a new, low polymerization stress flowable composite performs no differently to a conventional, highly filled composite filling material when used as a restorative in small cavities in back teeth.

Study will evaluate the clinical performance of a low shrinking flowable composite filling material, compared with a conventional, highly filled composite restorative when used to permanently fill small cavities in molar and premolar teeth in adult patients.

The study will evaluate clinical performance of a low shrink flowable composite filling material and compare it with a conventional, highly filled composite. The study materials will be used to restore small cavities in molar and premolar teeth in adult patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 19 years or older
• must give written consent
• be in good general health
• be available for required follow-up visits
• have at least 28 teeth

Exclusion Criteria:

• has rampant, uncontrolled caries
• has advanced, untreated periodontal disease
• heavy use of smoking tobacco (2 packs or equivalent a day)or chewing tobacco
• has systemic or local disorders that contra-indicate the dental procedures needed in this study
• has evidence of xerostomia
• has evidence of severe bruxing or clenching, or in need of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) related therapy
• is pregnant at time of screening or tooth restoration
• has known sensitivity to acrylates or related materials