Dental filling showdown: bulk vs. Layer-by-Layer placement tested

NCT ID NCT07673952

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: Hacettepe University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests two methods of placing a bulk-fill composite filling material in cavities on the chewing surfaces of back teeth. One method places the material all at once, while the other builds it up in thin layers. Researchers will check how well each method holds up over time, looking at retention, color match, and any problems like sensitivity or decay.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: bulk-fill composite resin (3M ESPE Filtek Bulk Fill)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could identify the best technique for placing bulk-fill composites, potentially improving dental restoration longevity and reducing chair time.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. Risks include restoration failure, discoloration, or post-op sensitivity.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dental caries

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DENTAL CARIES DENTAL RESTORATION FAILURE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry

Ankara, 06100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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