Authors: Oner Ruhan, Ozdemir Ozenen Didem, Sandalli Nuket.
Background: No published studies exist concerning the comparison of remineralization potential of ozone and fluoride agents for the management of enamel caries lesions.
Aim: The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate and compare the surface microhardness (SMH) values of artificial enamel caries lesions in human teeth after different remineralization solutions application and to evaluate scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images.
Design: In this in vitro study, 60 extracted human premolar and molar teeth were placed in a demineralizing solution for 2 days to produce artificial carious lesions. The teeth were sectioned longitudinally and 120 specimens were obtained and then divided into 3 treatment groups (n=40): Group A: Duraphat, Group B: Elmex, Group C: HealOzone & remineralizing solution). Group A, B and C remineralization solutions were applied to specimens for 14 day pH cycle. After and before the Group A, B and C application procedure, the SMH values of the specimens were measured and SEM images were evaluated.
Results: The remineralization materials in Groups A, B and C significantly increased the SMH values of demineralized specimens. There was a significant difference in the SMH values of specimens between Group C (HealOzone & remineralizing solution) and Group B (Elmex). Duraphat treated specimens showed a similar SMH values. However, Elmex treated specimens showed lower SMH values.
Conclusion: HealOzone together with remineralizing solution, Duraphat and Elmex can be used to reverse initial enamel caries lesions in human teeth.
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