Skin sensitization study of a new BIS-GMA based dental restorative material.

Abstract

One of the criteria for the Dental Restorative Material is to not to evoke sensitization reaction when used clinically. The newly synthesized BIS-GMA based Chitra's Dental Material intended for such application was tested for skin sensitization as per the international protocol of test i.e. skin Maximization test in G.Pig. Result of this test showed conclusively that the material is devoid of sensitization potential and fit for clinical application.