Radiopacity evaluation of composite restorative resins and bonding agents using digital and film x-ray systems

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this in vitro study was to explore the radiopacity of composite resins and bonding materials using film and phosphor plates. Methods: Nine composite dental resin specimens and human tooth slices were exposed together with an aluminium stepwedge using dental film and phosphor plates. Eight dentin bonding specimens were prepared and exposed in a similar manner. Their radiopacity on film was assessed using a transmission densitometer, and the radiopacity with phosphor plates was assessed digitally using the system's own software (Digora). Data were analysed using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and post-hoc Tukey tests (P