Effects of dry mouth lozenges on the surface morphology and color stability of restorative materials

The choice of restorative material is critical for pediatric patients who use dry mouth lozenges. This study demonstrates that while composite resins maintained stable color regardless of the lozenge type, compomers were highly susceptible to discoloration when exposed to certain lozenges. Therefore, composite resin is a more reliable choice for esthetic restorations in patients using these specific lozenge products.