Abstract
Objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate and compare the polymerization shrinkage of six proprietary pit and fissure sealants (Helioseal F, Fissurit FX, Smartseal & loc F, Dyract Seal, Clinpro TM Sealant, Teethmate F-1). Materials and Methods: A total of 120 glass ring molds (8.5 mm in inner diameter and 2 mm in height) were prepared after which the internal surface of the molds were etched with hydrofluoric acid for 5 min. The test materials (n = 20/group) were placed into the molds and thereafter sandwiched between two glass slides. All groups were polymerized for 20 s using a high-intensity quartz tungsten halogen (HQTH) light unit (Optilux 501). The volumetric polymerization shrinkage for each pits and fissure sealant was measured using the specific density method modified by Puckett and Smith. All data were analyzed statistically using one-way analysis of variance and Tukey honest significant difference (HSD) test at P Clinpro TM Sealant (6.60 ± 1.54%) > Dyract Seal (5.38 ± 1.30%) > Smartseal & loc F (5.06 ± 1.22%) > Fissurit FX (4.30 ± 1.15%) > Helioseal F (3.30 ± 0.69%). Clinpro TM Sealant and Teethmate F-1 displayed the highest shrinkage values (P < 0.05). The lowest shrinkage values were obtained with Helioseal F (3.30 ± 0.69%) and Fissurit FX (4.30 ± 1.15%) (P < 0.05). Conclusion: Within the experimental conditions of the present study, sealant materials containing higher concentrations of fillers displayed lower polymerization shrinkage values.
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