Table 1 Excluded studies with reasons.

From: The clinical performance of bulk-fill versus the incremental layered application of direct resin composite restorations: a systematic review

Reasons for exclusion

Studies excluded

Same studies published at different times

N = 721,22,23,24,25,26,27

Bulk fill composite was incrementally applied

N = 228,29

Follow-up period of less than 6 months

N = 230,31