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The aim is to compare the ability of two esthetic materials, GIC and Giomer, to mask discoloration caused by SDF.

March 28, 2026Open Access

Managing silver diamine fluoride discoloration: An in vitro comparison of two esthetic restorative materials

ASArchana SinghMaulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences MGM M GoswamiMaulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences

Key Points

The aim is to compare the ability of two esthetic materials, GIC and Giomer, to mask discoloration caused by SDF.
Used 16 extracted carious teeth treated with SDF.
Randomized samples into two groups: Group 1 with GIC and Group 2 with Giomer.
Color measurement was conducted using a spectrophotometer and analyzed statistically at p < 0.05.
Significant differences in color-masking ability between GIC and Giomer on both intra- and intergroup comparisons.
Both materials effectively masked the discoloration from SDF, with measurable differences in their effectiveness.

Abstract

Background: Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) effectively arrests caries but causes black staining. Aim: To compare colour-masking ability of Glass Ionomer Cement (GIC) versus Giomer placed over SDF-treated lesions. Methods: 16 extracted carious teeth treated with SDF then randomized: Group 1 — GIC; Group 2 — Giomer. Colour measured by spectrophotometer; stats at p < 0.05. Results: Significant differences between groups on intra- and intergroup comparisons (p < 0.05). Both materials effectively masked SDF staining with measurable differences. Conclusion: Both GIC and Giomer can mask SDF staining; selection may depend on clinical priorities.

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Singh et al. (Sun,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69c771988bbfbc51511e185d https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.4103/ijdr_202637s1_abs_49

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