Highlights • A novel method for inducing bioactivity of dental ceramic/bioglass composites by using laser energy has been proposed. • Application of specific laser irradiation parameters results in 3 times…
Abstract Objective We aimed to investigate the bioactivity and antibacterial effect of nitrogen plasma immersion ion implantation (PIII) on polyetheretherketone (PEEK). Methods According to the different modified parameters, the PEEK…
Abstract Objective To measure the mechanical properties of several CAD/CAM materials, including lithium disilicate (e.max CAD), lithium silicate/zirconia (Celtra Duo), 3 resin composites (Cerasmart, Lava Ultimate, Paradigm MZ100), and a…
Highlights • Shrinkage of bulk-fill and low-shrinkage composites was comparable to conventional composites. • Strain distribution across depth differed in 4-mm and 2-mm layered composites. • Marginal integrity was more…
Abstract Objectives The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of poly (amido amine) (PAMAM), composite with nanoparticles of amorphous calcium phosphate (NACP), and the combined PAMAM +…
Highlights • The hydrophilicity of nanogel may affect the performance of the adhesive. • Hydrophobic nanogel had less degradation and the best mechanical properties. • An amphiphilic nanogel showed the…
Abstract Objective Although cobalt–chromium (Co–Cr) dental alloys are routinely used in prosthodontics, the biocompatibility of Co–Cr alloys is controversial. The aims of the present study were to investigate the effects…
Abstract Objectives To analyze the influence of lightness, chroma and hue differences on visual shade matching performed by dental students. Methods 100 dental students (DS) volunteers with normal vision participated…
Highlights • Bovine teeth can be used as a substitute of human teeth on bond strength studies. • Both substrates—enamel and dentin of bovine teeth seems to be similar to…
Highlights • The ability of polymer infiltrated ceramic network (PICN) monolithic crowns to sustain high bite force and wear challenge has been evaluated. • PICN crowns can withstand mouth-motion cyclic…
Abstract Objectives The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of various surface treatments on the mechanical properties and antibacterial activity of desiccated glass-ionomer (GI) and resin-modified glass-ionomer…
Graphical abstract Abstract Objectives Polymerization shrinkage stress and factors involved in the stress development such as volumetric shrinkage and modulus were investigated in photo-CuAAC (photo-initiated copper(I)-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition) polymerization and…
Highlights • We modified a tensometer with increased data collection rate and accuracy. • Five Bulk Fill resin-based composites (RBCs) were investigated at T = 33 °C. • At times…
Graphical abstract Highlights • Magnetic nanofiber scaffolds stimulate growth and odontogenesis of human dental pulp cells. • Magnetic nanofiber scaffolds induce pro-angiogenic effects on endothelial cells. • Wnt/β-catenin, MAPKs, and…
Highlights • Electrical properties of remineralizing composite materials were investigated. • Polymerization kinetics were assessed by changes in electrical resistivity. • Resistivity values correlated well with degree of conversion. •…
Highlights • Zirconia veneered by porcelain containing or not leucite present similar mechanical performance. • The presence of leucite had no effect on the probability of failure of the bilayer…
Abstract Objectives To investigate the effects of light curing protocols on the shrinkage behaviors, contraction stress, and microleakage in composite restorations by an experimental–numerical hybrid analysis. Methods Three groups of…
The authors would like to inform the readers of a needed clarification in this article: Analyzing the survival rate of different types of all-ceramic crowns in part I of the…
Abstract Objective To evaluate the strength and ion release of experimental composites containing TEGDMA-functionalized calcium phosphate particles. Methods Seven composites containing equal parts (in mols) of BisGMA and TEGDMA and…
Abstract Objectives The occurrence of tooth root caries is increasing as the world population ages and tooth retention in seniors increases. Class V restorations with subgingival margins are difficult to…
