Abstract Objective To compare microtensile bond strengths (MTBS) subsequent to load cycling of resin bonded acid-etched or EDTA-treated dentin using a modified ethanol wet-bonding technique. Methods Flat dentin surfaces were…
Abstract Objectives To evaluate the micro-tensile bond strength (μTBS) and interfacial characteristics of adhesive–dentin bonds produced after caries-removal with contemporary techniques. Methods Carious molars were cut at the base of…
Abstract Objectives The aim was to investigate the influence of number average molecular weight and concentration of the poly(acrylic) acid (PAA) liquid constituent of a GI restorative on the compressive…
Abstract Objective To investigate the influence of curing mode and temperature on the shrinkage kinetics of self-adhesive resin cements in comparison to a conventional multi-step resin cement. Methods The shrinkage…
Abstract Objectives To evaluate the mechanical behavior of a prototype porous ceramic interpenetrating polymer–ceramic material containing 15–20% polymer. Methods After sample preparation, elastic modulus, hardness, stress–strain relationship and indentation creep…
