Dental ceramics are commonly used for different clinical conditions as a restorative material. The increasing popularity of dental ceramics is attributed to their biocompatibility and their durability. However, during the past decade, some concerns have been raised regarding the changes in the color and surface roughness of different dental ceramics after the topical application of fluoride-containing products in toothpaste bleaching agents. This study aimed to examine the effects of different types of topical fluoride on glazed and non-glazed dental ceramics during the last decade through examining the medical literature. The literature was searched through Medline, PubMed, Embase, and Ovid databases in 2010 and 2020. The included searching terms were; fluoride, topical, and dental ceramics. A total of 542 articles were retrieved. Following the exclusion of review studies and including only original or experimental investigations, 17 articles appeared. Eight articles were identified as eligible, covering 574 dental ceramics treated with topical fluoride products. All the studies were in vitro studies. The study showed that topical fluoride application could lead to significant changes in color, gloss, and surface roughness of dental ceramics, predominantly glazed type. Further studies are required with a more robust design.
Key words: Dental ceramics, fluoride, topical application, systematic review
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