Abstract Objective To test the impact of three varying step-stress protocols on the fatigue behavior of two 3Y-TZP, one 4Y-TZP and one 5Y-TZP zirconia materials. Methods Eight specimens per zirconia…
Abstract Objectives Selective caries removal (SCR) is recommended over non-selective removal for managing deep carious lesions to avoid pulp exposure and maintain pulp vitality. During SCR, residual carious dentin is…
Highlights •High-challenge biofilm model was used against ZnO-loaded adhesives. •ZnO-loaded adhesives were tested against mature saliva-derived microcosm biofilm. •Group with 7.5 wt.% of ZnO decreased mature biofilm formation on adhesives….
Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to assess the effects of an experimental primer containing acetone solution and a sulfur-containing functional monomer, 10-methacryloyloxydecyl-(2-thiohydantoin-4-yl)propionate (MDTHP), on the bonds between…
Abstract Objective Despite the increased use of monolithic crowns, their performance has yet to be determined when the minimal tooth preparation (MTP) principle is considered. The goal of this study…
Highlights • HF followed by silane and self-etching ceramic primer promoted higher flexure strength. • Sandblasting with Al 2 O 3 and silicatization produced damages to all ceramics evaluated. •…
Graphical abstract Highlights • High probability of survival was observed even for 0.5 mm restorations. • Models with thinner restorations accumulated more stress in the structures. • Resin-matrix ceramic materials…
Graphical abstract Highlights • Digital technology in prosthetic practice uses milled PMMA discs. • DMA and Brillouin spectroscopy are innovative techniques in dentistry. • Tested materials exhibit better mechanical properties…
Highlights • Anisotropic corrosion resistance was found in SLM-processed Co-Cr alloys. • Selective corrosion occurred along the molten pool boundaries (MPBs). • The MPB area was dependent on the building…
Abstract Objectives The aim of this study was to investigate dentin bonding durability of different etch-and-rinse (ER) adhesive systems under fatigue stress and to compare morphological features of resin/dentin interfaces…
