Abstract Objectives To investigate the single-edge notched (SEN) bend fracture toughness ( K IC ) testing methodology as a reproducible and discriminatory mechanical testing protocol for encapsulated and hand-mixed glass-ionomers…
Highlights • Orthodontic bonding indices an increase in BPA concentration immediately after the 1st post-bonding rinse. • Reduced BPA concentration after the 2nd post-bonding rinse. • BPA concentrations measured after…
Abstract Objective This work presents the results obtained from the study of sorption/desorption process of some food/oral simulating liquids (FSLs) by the new marketed dental light-cured nanohybrid composite Kalore GC….
Highlights • Sealing performance was measured in five adhesives by optical coherence tomography. • Sealing and bond strength performance within individual specimens were correlated. • Interfacial defects increased after thermal…
Abstract Objectives The aim of this randomized controlled study was to evaluate the long term effectiveness of a reduced shrinkage stress resin composite in Class II restorations. The material was…
Abstract Objectives Mismatch in thermal expansion coefficient between core and veneering ceramic (Δ α = α core − α veneer , ppm/°C) is reported as a crucial parameter influencing veneer…
Highlights • Experimental nanofiber reinforced resin composites were produced. • The effects of resin formulations and nanofibers concentrations were evaluated. • Mechanical properties were evaluated. • A toughening effect was…
Abstract Fatigue of resin–dentin adhesive bonds is critical to the longevity of resin composite restorations. Objectives The objectives were to characterize the fatigue and fatigue crack growth resistance of resin–dentin…
Highlights • A novel adhesive for prevention of tooth root caries and secondary caries was developed containing a protein-repellent agent, an antibacterial monomer, and remineralization nanoparticles for the first time….
Highlights • Hexaarylbiimidazoles were examined as thiol-ene photopolymerization initiators. • Affixing hydroxyhexyl groups to the HABI core significantly improved solubility. • HABIs show excellent sensitivity as visible photoinitiators for thiol-enes….
Graphical abstract Highlights • We compared root canal fillings by lateral compaction and a single cone technique. • We described an objective protocol to quantify the spatial variations in porosity….
Abstract Objectives This study provides measurement of the volatility of selected photoinitiators and monomers used in dental adhesive resins. A detailed determination of the spatial and temporal character of camphorquinone…
Abstract Objectives The aim of this study was to determine the Weibull and slow crack growth (SCG) parameters of bulk-fill resin based composites. The strength degradation over time of the…
Highlights • This study address the role of adhesive strategy (ER and SE) on the postop sensitivity. • 55% of the clinical trials on this field were considered to be…
Graphical abstract Abstract Objectives This study reports on the synthesis, materials characterization, antimicrobial capacity, and cytocompatibility of novel ZnO-loaded membranes for guided tissue/bone regeneration (GTR/GBR). Methods Poly(ɛ-caprolactone) (PCL) and PCL/gelatin…
Highlights • Ethanol and water-wet bonding were evaluate under clinical and laboratory conditions. • It is one of the first studies that evaluated the ethanol wet-bonding in an in vivo…
Abstract Objectives Poor interfacial adhesion between the fibers and resin matrix in the ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber reinforced composites (FRCs) is the main drawback of the composites….
Abstract Objectives This study evaluated how the flexural strength and fracture behavior of a zirconia-based ceramic (Y-TZP) were affected by pre- and post-sintering mechanical and thermal treatments. Methods Treatments included…
Highlights • The objective was to study the influence of a hydrophobic resin coating on the 6-month microtensile dentin bond strengths (μTBS) and nanoleakage (NL) of three universal adhesives applied…
Abstract Objectives To investigate the sorption, solubility, mass change and hygroscopic expansion (solvent swelling) of resin-composites after long term storage in different solvents. Methods Eight materials were studied: two bulk-fill…
