Highlights • The C-factor is the relative thickness of the fully constrained boundary layer. • The boundary-layer thickness is proportional to the specimen’s diameter only. • The optical test presented…
Highlights • Composites with up to 40 wt% of fluorapatite could be made using dual asymmetric centrifugal mixing. • At high filler loads, fluorapatite rods introduced additional toughening mechanisms. •…
Abstract Objective Due to past failures of orthopedic 3Y-TZP femoral implants linked to accelerated tetragonal-to-monoclinic phase transformation ( t → m ), the susceptibility to ‘low-temperature degradation’ or ‘ageing’ of…
Abstract Objectives This study aimed to investigate the collective influence of material properties and design parameters on the fracture behavior of monolithic dental crowns. Methods Three-dimensional (3D) models ( N…
Graphical abstract Highlights • Material-dependent biomineralization achieved in vitro . • Performance of gold standard acid-etched titanium confirmed in in vitro test system. • Biomineralization leads to functional integration of…
Abstract Objectives Previous studies have shown that the fracture toughness of ceramics can be determined from the fractal dimensions (D) of their fracture surfaces and that the surface should be…
Abstract Objectives The susceptibility of methacrylates to hydrolytic and enzymatic degradation may be a contributing factor limiting the clinical lifespan of resin composite restorations. The elimination of labile ester bonds…
Abstract Objectives To evaluate the effect of time on the Vickers microhardness (VH) at the top and bottom surfaces of six conventional resin-based composites (RBCs) up to twelve weeks after…
Abstract Objective The aim of the study was to identify experimental limits of the general reciprocity hypothesis that the same photo-cure outcomes will result from applying essentially constant energy densities,…
Graphical abstract Highlights • Physical properties of a fiber-reinforced CAD/CAM resin disc (TRINIA) were examined. • TRINIA demonstrated distinct anisotropy. • TRINIA can be superior restorative material when specifying direction…
Highlights • BPA can be released in wastewater after grinding of composite materials. • The amount of released BPA is material dependent. • Treatment with activated carbon is effective in…
Highlights • CaAl and MgAl LDH dental composites were developed with varying LDH loading. • Fluoride absorption/release cycles were studied (five recharges) in DW and AS. • Water uptake, solubility,…
Graphical abstract Highlights • Zirconia dental pieces were produced by robocasting (AM) and subtractive manufacturing (SM). • AM samples revealed to be biologically safe and present adequate properties. • AM…
Abstract Objectives To test and compare five pressable lithium-X-silicate-ceramics on their mechanical and wear properties. Methods Specimens were pressed and prepared from: i. Amber Press (AP), ii. Celtra Press (CP),…
Abstract Objectives To test and compare five pressable lithium-X-silicate-ceramics on their mechanical and wear properties. Methods Specimens were pressed and prepared from: i. Amber Press (AP), ii. Celtra Press (CP),…
Graphical abstract Abstract Objective The aim is to investigate the potential significance of combining minimally invasive high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) with hydroxyapatite (HA) nanorods treatment for the remineralization of demineralized…
Abstract Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of the photoinitiator system on the polymerization kinetics of methacrylamide-based monomers as alternatives to methacrylates in adhesives dental-based…
Graphical abstract Abstract Objective The Ti-6Al-4V ( TAV ) alloy is commercially used as a dental implant material. This work seeks to elucidates the origins of degradation of Ti-6Al-4V (TAV)…
Abstract Objective Titanium (Ti)- and Zirconia (ZrO 2 )-implants in mini pig maxillae were compared with respect to Ti/zirconium (Zr) release into the surrounding bone tissues, the resulting short term…
Graphical abstract Abstract Objective Literature on edge chipping test applied to dental materials and structures has been systematically reviewed with regard to the evaluation methods and parameters used. Data A…
