Comparative Evaluation of the Retention Rates of Composite Resin Pit and Fissure Sealants Placed on Permanent Molars Treated with Air Abrasion and Acid Etching: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Int J Clin Pediatr Dent · 2026 · PMC12960547 · PMID 41799998

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6 , 17 The combined estimates from the meta-analysis further reinforce these observations, showing a slight trend toward lower retention rates for air abrasion, though not reaching statistical significance.

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