Comparisons of Retention Rate and Caries Preventive Effect between Sealant Containing S-PRG Filler and Resin-Based Sealant in Children

Abstract

The purpose of the present study was to compare the retention rate and caries preventive effect of a sealant containing S-PRG filler (Beautisealant) with those of a resin-based fluoride releasing sealant (Teethmate F1) using a split-mouth protocol. Sealant retention rate and caries presence were evaluated after 6 months, and then again after 1, 2, and 3 years. Our results revealed the following.

1.The cumulative survival rate of completely retained Teethmate F1 at 3 years after occlusion of the first molar and premolars was significantly higher than that of Beautisealant (p＜0.05). The reten tion rate for both sealants with premolars was higher than that with the first molar during the observation period.

2.There was a significant difference regarding retention between Beautisealant and Teethmate F1 in the low-risk group, whereas the high-risk group showed no such difference.

These results suggest that Beautisealant and Teethmate F1 sealants have similar caries preventive effects in children at high risk for caries.