Effect of carbonated beverages on composite and ceramic dental restorations

Dental restorations are challenged by the material-hostile, highly dynamic, and complex environment of the oral cavity. An inadequate existing restoration may lead to various interventions with varying degrees of invasiveness and subsequent consequences for dental prognosis. These consequences may include replacement of the restoration, sealing, refurbishment, or repair procedures. Carbonated beverages can cause significant side effects on oral health and general health. Carbonated beverages can lead to an increased risk of dental caries, dental erosion with dentine hypersensitivity, and periodontitis. Thus, the aim of this review is to discuss the effect of carbonated beverages on two types of dental restorations: composite dental restorations and ceramic dental restorations. Composite dental restoration is the most prevalent dental procedure in advanced dentistry. Carbonated beverages showed significant changes in colour, surface roughness, and flexural strength of composite dental restorations. Furthermore, ceramic dental materials are always preferred since they can visually simulate the character of the tooth substance successfully. Carbonated beverages were also linked to significant effects on the depth of wear, colour stability, and roughness of ceramic dental restorations. Prolonged consumption of carbonated beverages poses a clear risk to the longevity and aesthetic stability of direct dental restorative materials.