Introduction This split-mouth trial aimed to examine the effects of light-emitting diode (LED)–mediated photobiomodulation compared with no photobiomodulation on maxillary canine distalization. Methods Twenty participants (10 males and 10 females;…
Introduction The objective of this 2-arm parallel trial was to investigate the recall and comprehension of the information of orthodontic patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment using either the verbal explanation…
Highlights • PICN has high wear resistance against steatite antagonist. • Low impact on surface roughness for PICN by wear. • Zirconia reinforced lithium disilicate is less abrasive against steatite….
Highlights • Manual mixing with water results in microstructural changes, with lower setting time and lower calcium ion release. • Manual mixing required more liquid added to the mixture to…
Abstract Objective This study aimed to assess the effect of different storage media on the hardness and monomer elution of CAD/CAM composite blocks. Methods Five resin-composite blocks (RCB), one polymer-infiltrated…
Abstract Objective The aim of the study was to investigate the effects of a novel polymerizable collagen cross-linker methacrylate-functionalized proanthocyanidins (MAPA) on the polymerization, microhardness and leaching of a HEMA-based…
Abstract Objective The aim of the study was to investigate the effects of methacrylate-functionalized proanthocyanidins (MAPAs) on dentin collagen’s bio-stabilization against enzymatic degradation and crosslinking capability. Methods Three MAPAs were…
Highlights • AlF complexes are formed when fluoride is taken up by a free-fluoride cement. • Both fluoride and potassium were uptaken by the cement. • The retained fluoride was…
Highlights • Buccal chamfer does not improve retention of reattached incisors for lingual load. • Chamfers strengthen incisor reattachment not by increasing bond area. • Lingual chamfer may play a…
Highlights • Contemporary CAD/CAM resin composites display different degrees of water sorption. • Fracture toughness is importantly degraded by water ageing in all materials. • Some resin composites display a…
