title: Scanning electron microscope analysis of tooth enamel treated with rotary instruments and abrasives.
abstract: This study compared the effects of various rotary instruments and polishing agents on tooth enamel. Topographical features of enamel were studied at consecutive stages of polishing with photoanalysis of scanning electron micrographs. The results indicate that enamel modified by diamond burs may be polished to produce the smoothest surface with white finishing stones, Ceramist finishing points, and flour of pumice.
authors: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City.
authors: M R
authors: MR
authors: Arcuri
authors: R L
authors: RL
authors: Schneider
authors: R A
authors: RA
authors: Strug
authors: J M
authors: JM
authors: Clancy
mesh_terms: D003743:Dental Enamel / Q000648:ultrastructure*; D003755:Dental High-Speed Technique / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D012399:Rotation; D017640:Silicates; D012824:Silicic Acid; D013499:Surface Properties
chemical_list: D017640:Silicates; D012824:Silicic Acid; C005144:pumice