Abstract Objective The objective of this study was to synthesize and characterize novel hyperbranched poly(acrylic acid)s via atom-transfer radical polymerization (ATRP) technique and tether the photo-curable methacrylate onto the poly(acrylic…
Abstract Objectives This study examined the use of sodium trimetaphosphate (STMP) as a biomimetic analog of matrix phosphoproteins for remineralization of artificial carious-affected dentin. Methods Artificial carious lesions with lesion…
Abstract Objective The objective of this study was to use the newly synthesized poly(quaternary ammonium salt) (PQAS)-containing polyacid to formulate the light-curable glass-ionomer cements and study the effect of the…
Abstract Objectives In a controlled prospective split-mouth study, clinical behavior of two different resin composites in extended Class II cavities was observed over six years. Methods Thirty patients received 68…
Abstract Objectives Mismatch in thermal expansion properties between veneering ceramic and metallic or high-strength ceramic cores can induce residual stresses and initiate cracks when combined with functional stresses. Knowledge of…
Abstract Aim To analyze the distribution of stresses at the bond interface of Molloplast-B soft-liner attached to PMMA acrylic surface of different geometries (smooth and rough) and at different load-application…
Abstract Objectives This study evaluated the risk of failure for an endodontically treated premolar with MOD preparation and three CEREC ceramic restoration configurations. Methods Simulations were performed based on three…
Abstract Objective In restored teeth, stresses at the tooth–restoration interface during masticatory processes may fracture the teeth or the restoration and cracks may grow and propagate. The aim was to…
Abstract Objectives To review the current status and understanding of Portland cement-like endodontic materials commonly referred to by the trade designation “MTA” (alias “Mineral Trioxide Aggregate”), and to present an…
Abstract Objective The aim of this paper is to validate the use of a finite-element (FE) based continuum damage mechanics (CDM) failure model to simulate the debonding and fracture of…
