Research Article

The Effect of Flowable Composite Resins on Periodontal Health, Cytokine Levels, and Immunoglobulins

Table 2

USPHS (Ryge) clinical evaluation criteria.

CategoryScoreClinical evaluation criteria

Surface roughness and gloss1-AlphaSurface of restoration is neat and smooth
2-BravoSlightly uneven and rough surface
3-CharlieThere are deep notches and irregular grooves on the surface

Marginal coloration1-AlphaThere is no color difference between the restoration and the tooth
2-BravoThere is a slight discoloration
3-CharlieThe discoloration progresses towards the cavity

Color/shade matching1-AlphaNo change in color, shade, or transparency of the restoration
2-BravoSlight change of color (up to 2 shades)
3-CharlieSignificant change of color (more than to 2 shades)

Anatomical form1-AlphaRestoration is sound and continuous
2-BravoSlight discontinuity on marginal ridges but clinically acceptable
3-CharlieWear and deformation in restoration are present

Retention of restoration1-AlphaRestoration is sound and present
2-BravoRestoration has repairable cracks and/or wear
3-CharlieSignificant parts or all of the restoration have been lost

Marginal adaptation1-AlphaNo visible crevice and the explorer do not catch at interfaces
2-BravoThere is a small crevice, and the explorer falls into it
3-CharlieExplorer is advancing towards dentin or base of restoration

Secondary caries1-AlphaThe tooth is sound
2-BravoLocalized demineralization areas are present
3-CharlieSecondary caries are present