MEDIUMResearchTier 2

Shear bond strength of universal adhesive bonding to primary dentin using rubbing and sonic

SourceBMC Oral HealthTier 2Peer-Reviewed Research

Originally at link.springer.com

Summary & scoring by The Bell Brief (Dr. Jennifer Bell) using the Drill-Down Protocol (Drill-Down Score) — not the original publisher.

Why it matters for dental

This in-vitro study quantifies how adhesive application technique and etching strategy affect bond strength to primary dentin—information pediatric and general dentists need when restoring primary molars to reduce premature debonding and retreatment.

Key points

  • Universal adhesive tested with three application modes: passive rubbing, sonic activation, and sonic plus etch-and-rinse.
  • Study used primary (not permanent) dentin, directly relevant to restorations in pediatric patients.
  • Measured shear bond strength values under controlled laboratory conditions.
  • Findings compare bond-strength outcomes across the tested combinations, informing clinical adhesive protocols in primary teeth.

Who should care

SpecialistAcademia

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