Does additional light curing improve the color stability of resin composites?

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This research aims to determine if additional light curing enhances the color stability of resin composites after coffee exposure.
Five resin-based composites were tested, including four single-shade and one universal composite.
Three light-curing protocols were applied: 20 s (control), 20 s+10 s additional curing, and 20 s+20 s additional curing.
Color differences were measured using the CIEDE2000 formula and analyzed with generalized estimating equations.
Significant differences in color stability were observed based on material type, curing protocol, and immersion time (p<0.05).
Additional light curing protocols improved color stability compared to the control protocol.
Color measurements were conducted at baseline, and again at 7 and 30 days after immersion in coffee.

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Evaluates color stability of resin composites after exposure to coffee, suggesting enhanced curing improves outcomes.

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Karadeniz et al. (2026) studied this question.

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