ArticlePolymers2026
The Effect of Brushing and Post-Processing Procedures on the Optical Properties of Printed Dental Resin.
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Abstract
The optical stability and aesthetic performance of dental polymers are critical for the longevity of restorative treatments. This study aims to evaluate the influence of different polymerisation conditions and maintenance protocols-specifically the use of charcoal pastes and brushes-on the Whiteness Index for Dentistry (WID) of polymer samples. Four groups of polymer samples (Optiprint Lumina, Dentona, AG) were prepared under various conditions: Group I (Standard: 7 min, 22 °C), Group II (Thermal: 7 min, 60 °C), Group III (Extended: 20 min, 22 °C), and Group IV (Glycerin barrier: 7 min, 22 °C). The protocol consisted of brushing with standard or carbon-infused toothpastes and brushes for a period of 2 min. Between brushing, the samples were stored in artificial saliva at 37 °C to simulate the oral environment. The samples were divided into groups. The first group was brushed with a standard paste and a standard brush; the second group was brushed with a simple paste and a carbon brush; the third group was brushed with carbon paste and a standard brush; and the fourth group was brushed with carbon paste and a carbon brush. Changes in the Whiteness Index for Dentistry (WID) were recorded and analysed statistically using a paired
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