Comportamiento de los compómeros y composites en restauraciones de dientes posteriores: una revisión sistemática

Abstract

Introduction. Compomers and composites are restorative materials used in the temporary and permanent dentition. Compomers are composite resins modified with polyacids that have a low resistance to compression. Composites are a mixture of particles of silicate glass with an acrylic monomer that have high shrinkage degree. There are a lot of publications regarding the behavior of compomers and composites; however, a systematic review to determine the behavior of both has not been found. Therefore, the objective of this systematic review is to describe the behavior of compomers and composites in posterior thooth restorations. Methodology. Electronic search was conducted through Medline, Science Direct, SciELO, Virtual Health Library (BVS), Cochrane, Cochrane Plus and Google Scholar. Results. Compomers are more effective in primary teeth restorations used as sealants of pits and fissures, while the composites are effective in both dentitions and commonly used in permanent dentition showing good aesthetic results and high strength. Conclusion. Based on the literature, for its easy application, the use of compomers in the primary dentition is recommended, also, composites in permanent dentition for its resistance. It is also suggested more studies concerning the use of compomers in permanent dentition.