Highlights • Alumina and zirconia nanoparticles were coated with a silica layer (ALSI, ZRSI). • ALSI, ZRSI, and silica nanoparticles were used to prepare nanohybrid composites. • Distinct nanoparticles led…
Graphical abstract Highlights • Pore size and GO wrinkle degree were elevated with the growing content of CF. • Porous layer provided an accessible channel for nutrients transport for cell…
Highlights • BPI can be used in ternary activation systems substituting DPI salt. • Use of iodonium salts increase the polymerization shrinkage of resins. • Ternary systems containing BPI improve…
Abstract Objectives Indirect dental restorations produced by computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) are relatively new in daily dental practice. The aim of the present study was to compare the…
Highlights • The rapidly developing surface integrity of ultra-fast (3 s) photo-cure composites can be probed “immediately” by a new macroscopic indentation-creep methodology. • PowerCure system and materials demonstrated an…
Abstract Objective To measure the degrees of conversion (DC), conversion kinetics, and the effect of post-irradiation time on rapid photo-polymerized bulk-fill resin composites under conditions equivalent to clinical depths of…
Highlights • – Minimal focus is placed on IHAs, despite its vital role in soft tissue healing/shaping after dental implant body placement. • IHAs, which are designed and labeled for…
Abstract Objective This study aimed to investigate the influence of CAD/CAM composite materials on human gingival fibroblasts (HGF) and gingival keratinocytes (HGK). Methods Four materials were investigated: two resin-composite blocks…
Graphical abstract Abstract Objective The study investigated the effect of incorporating l -arginine (Arg) in a glass ionomer cement (GIC) on its mechanical properties and antibacterial potential. Methods Pre-determined proportions…
Abstract Objective Pit and fissure sealants with antibacterial and remineralization properties have broad application prospects in caries prevention. The objectives of this study were to: (1) develop a novel pit…
Highlights • Universal adhesive may improve interfacial adaptation for self-adhesive cement. • Interfacial adaptation by pre-cure method was not different from that by co-cure. • Interfacial adaptation by self-curing differed…
Highlights • Pulp temperature is more related to radiant exposure values than to irradiance. • Higher rate of pulp temperature rise increased precursors of inflammatory response. • No distinct histological…
Highlights • 7.5% DHMAI composite showed a reduction in residual functions rate, release of monomers. • 7.5% DHMAI composite had preserved structural properties after 3 months of in vitro biological…
Highlights • The optical and mechanical properties of pure zirconia are affected by low temperature degradation. • First and second generation 3Y-TZP subjected to autoclave aging undergoes significant t-m phase…
Abstract Objective Warm vertical compaction of gutta-percha is a technique that is used by most specialists for root canal obturation. The sealers currently available exhibit irriversible chemical changes when heated….
Highlights • Cross-linkers improve adhesive and mechanical properties in caries affected dentin. • Dentin pretreatment with flavonoids reduce hybrid layer degradation over time. • Flavonoids improve morphology of adhesive interface…
Graphical abstract Highlights • Factors that influence the level of bioactivity. • Significance of ‘bioactivity’ in the scope of bioactive glasses. • Relevance of classification methodologies to assess bioactive properties…
Graphical abstract Abstract Objective To investigate the influence of high-speed and conventional sintering on the flexural strength (FS) of three zirconia materials initial and after artificial aging. Methods Milled zirconia…
Many papers published in this and other international journals investigate resin composites , a major class of dental restorative material. But some writers refer to them as composite resins. Are…
Graphical abstract Abstract Objective Maxillary sinus floor augmentation (MSFA) is commonly used to increase the alveolar bone height in the posterior maxilla before implant placement. In the present study, we…
