Abstract
The remineralization of artificially carious enamel as well as dentin using bioactive glass particles is investigated and compared to the application of mineralizing solutions. The role of Zeolite powder in enhancing the remineralization process is also studied. Four treatment combinations were done for each tissue. They were, the application of bioactive glass alone, Zeolite followed by bioactive glass, mineralizing solution alone, and Zeolite followed by mineralizing solution. All specimens were kept in a humidifier at 37 o C. Two studies were carried out, the scanning electron microscopy to study surface topography, and Raman spectroscopy to evaluate quantitatively possible chemical changes in mineral profiles. The results indicate that Bioactive glass has the potential for remineralizing artificially carious enamel and dentin, the application of Zeolite enhances the effect of the mineralizing agent and the remineralization ability of carious dentin is greater than that of enamel.
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