Raw Data Transparency: Photopolymerization Effects on Composite Resins

The raw data presented in the attached files refer to the analyses conducted to evaluate the degree of conversion, flexural strength, elastic modulus, sorption, and solubility of three composite resins: Applic, Opallis, and Zirconfill. These resins were photopolymerized using three different devices: Bluephase, Valo, and Demi Plus.

The data contained in these files represent the original measurements obtained during the experiments and were used to calculate the values presented in the study results. From this information, the necessary statistical analyses were performed to compare the performance of different composite resins under various photopolymerization conditions.

It is important to highlight that the raw data provided have not undergone any filtering or additional processing beyond what was necessary for statistical analyses. Therefore, these values directly reflect the experimental conditions and may be useful for future reanalyses, validations, or comparative studies in the field of dental materials.

The disclosure of these data reinforces the commitment to scientific transparency, allowing other researchers to access the primary information used to construct the conclusions of this study.
This study aims to evaluate the impact of different photopolymerization devices (Bluephase, Valo, and Demi Plus) on the physico-mechanical properties of three composite resins (Applic, Opallis, and Zirconfill). The central hypothesis is that the choice of photopolymerization device directly influences the degree of conversion, flexural strength, elastic modulus, sorption, and solubility of the resins, thereby affecting their durability and clinical performance.

Data Collection
The data were obtained from laboratory experiments in which each composite resin was photopolymerized using the three mentioned devices. Measurements were then conducted to determine the following parameters:

Degree of Conversion (GC%) – Measures the efficiency of monomer-to-polymer conversion during photopolymerization.
Flexural Strength (MPa) – Evaluates the material’s ability to withstand applied forces before fracturing.
Elastic Modulus (GPa) – Indicates the stiffness of the composite resin.
Sorption and Solubility (µg/mm³) – Measures the material's ability to absorb liquids and dissolve in the oral environment..
The presented data can be interpreted by considering the influence of the photopolymerization devices on the physicomechanical properties of the composite resins. The interpretation is based on comparing the values obtained for each resin when subjected to the three devices (Bluephase, Valo, and Demi Plus), identifying patterns and trends.