Villalta P, Rodrigues C R M D
Bioscience Research Center, Nova Southeastern University, College of Dental Medicine, Ft Lauderdale FL 33328, USA.
J Clin Pediatr Dent. 2005 Spring;29(3):221-4. doi: 10.17796/jcpd.29.3.32681824784r10p4.
Since primary tooth enamel wears more rapidly than permanent tooth enamel, it is important to study the mechanical wear patterns of restorative materials used in the primary dentition. It is important that an in vitro evaluation of wear resistance of different restorative materials is done in order to establish a valid in vitro test protocol for use in pediatric dentistry.