dental composite
DeviceOverview: Four composite resin systems will be evaluated in posterior Class II restorations for color matching ability and clinical performance over 5 years. A polychromatic composite serves as the control; three single-shade/flowable or bulk-fill composites constitute the intervention arms.
Isolation and preparation: All restorations will be performed under rubber dam using standardized cavity preparation and finishing/polishing protocols.
Adhesive and etching: A single adhesive approach will be used across arms per manufacturer's instructions (self etch).
Placement:
Control (polychromatic): Layered placement per manufacturer. Single-shade/flowable/bulk-fill arms: Incremental or bulk placement within 2-5 mm as recommended.
Light curing: Light-emitting diode (LED) light-curing units at 1200 mW/cm² for 20 s per increment; distance and angulation standardized.
Assessment and follow-up: Baseline, 6 months, and annually up to 5 years. Color measured with Vita Easyshade