IJSR - International Journal of Scientific Research

Dr. Shivani Bhatia; Dr. Anupam Sharma; Dr. Rajlaxmi  Patil; Dr. Anirudha Sharma; Dr. Esha Kedia

Volume : IX, Issue : VIII, August - 2020

COMPARATIVE EVALUATION OF VARIOUS STORAGE MEDIA ON FRACTURE RESISTANCE OF REATTACHED CROWN FRAGMENT: - AN IN VITRO - STUDY

Dr. Shivani Bhatia, Dr. Anupam Sharma, Dr. Rajlaxmi Patil, Dr. Anirudha Sharma, Dr. Esha Kedia

Abstract :

Background – Episodes of dental trauma, more commonly coronal fractures of anterior teeth are being increasingly reported in children over the past few years. Fragment reattachment can be considered as a valid treatment option in such situations. However, ideal medium for storage of fragments before reattachment needs to be explored. Aim– The aim of the study is to compare effect of various storage media on the strength of reattached fragment of the tooth bonded to the remaining tooth. Materials and Methods: Forty freshly extracted maxillary incisors were divided into four groups. Teeth were then sectioned, and fragments were stored in dry storage (Group I), milk (Group II), coconut water (Group III), and artificial saliva (Group IV). The fragments were reattached using simple reattachment technique and tested on the Universal Testing Machine. Statistical analysis was performed using oneâ€‘way analysis of variance and post hoc Tukey’s test Results– There was statistically significant difference (P < 0.05) in fracture resistance values between the groups. The highest fracture resistance value was demonstrated by Group II, whereas least fracture resistance values were observed in Group I). conclusion– Along with milk, coconut water can be considered a viable alternative.