Influence of beverages and surface roughness on the color change of resin composites

Abstract

AIM: The aim of the present study was to determine the degree of surface staining and roughness of resin composites (RC) after finishing and polishing with different methods and immersion in three soft drinks. METHODS: A microhybrid, a nanohybrid, and a hybrid composite were selected. The specimens were prepared and divided into three groups of 36 after 24 hours, and designated as either unpolished or polished using Sof-Lex discs or Enhance point. Each group was further divided into three subgroups, immersed in distilled water, coffee, or cola for 1 week (N = 12). Color change (∆E) was measured by a spectrophotometer after each treatment. The ∆E was calculated using the following formula: ∆E..