Clinical evaluation of carious cavity restorations using Vertise Flow – 2-year observations

Introduction. The introduction of self-adhesive materials in dentistry has significantly reduced the duration of filling carious cavities. This group includes a light-curing, semi-liquid composite material from Kerr, called Vertise Flow. Aim. The aim of the study was clinical evaluation of restorations made using Vertise Flow in class I cavities in permanent teeth. Material and methods. In children aged 8-17 years, 154 cavities were filled with Vertise Flow. After 2 years, 49 fillings were clinically evaluated according to the modified Ryge’s criteria. The anatomical shape, colour, smoothness, marginal integrity of restorations and the evidence of secondary caries were assessed. Parents or legal guardians of the children consented to the medical procedures. Results. All the evaluated restorations were found retained, with acceptable anatomical shape and smoothness. One restoration slightly changed the colour, and unacceptable marginal integrity was seen in 2 cases. Secondary caries involved 2 teeth. Conclusions. In this 2-year observation, Vertise Flow meets the requirements for materials used for filling minimally prepared class I carious cavities in permanent teeth of young patients.