A 12-year clinical evaluation of two composite resins

Abstract

Two composite resin materials were clinically evaluated after 12 years in vivo. Although the Class III restorations did not have the benefit of acid etching and bevels, all 32 restorations in the nine patients who were located were intact, and none needed to be replaced. Stain was the most prominent problem, both at the margins and on the surface of the restorations. Neither wear or marginal integrity appeared to be a problem.