Graphical abstract Highlights • Niobium silicate particles were produced by sol-gel route and used as filler dor dental composites • The addition of niobium silicate particles did not interfere on…
Highlights • Small-sized fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2)-loaded particles used as carriers. • FGF-2-loaded particles were added in the 4-META/MMA-TBB resin. • Sustainable FGF-2 release from the experimental resin was observed….
Highlights • The fabrication of novel biomimetic composite materials through a combination of alumina scaffolds and polycarbonate polymer is demonstrated. • Alumina ceramic scaffolds with honeycomb-like microstructures can be fabricated…
Graphical abstract For clarity, drawing of silica precursor, drug, particles, and schematic diagram of the restoration-tooth interface are not to scale. Highlights • Octenidine dihydrochloride (OCT) antimicrobial preserves the resin-dentin…
Highlights • For the first time, dentin demineralization has been studied with different spectroscopic techniques. • Results from different techniques were successfully correlated. • Raman spectroscopy proved to be a…
Highlights • CPP-ACP added to a GIC was distributed throughout the cement. • GIC can be recharged with CPP-ACP/F by topical application to the cement. • Recharging enhanced calcium, phosphate…
Highlights • The effects of a novel continuous chelation (NaOCl/HEDP) protocol on dentin were characterized using several approaches. • The conventional NaOCl/EDTA protocol exposed bundles of “naked” collagen fibrils on…
Highlights • The possibility to use an ethanol-based cross-linker as a primer seems to be a promising option in terms of bond strength. • N,N’-dicyclohexylcarbodiimide (DCC) pre-treatment efficiently preserves bond…
Graphical abstract Highlights • MDP forms MDP-Ca 2+ salts with hydroxyapatite. • MDP inhibits the activation of MMPs. • Combining chlorhexidine with MDP interferes with the formation of MDP–Ca salts….
Highlights • Optical Coherence Tomography shows real-time 3D internal defects in composites. • Tested light-cured bulk-filled materials mainly showed inner voids and cracks. • New flowable bulk-fill material achieved sound…
