Abstract Objectives The use of all-ceramic restorations has been steadily increasing in the decades since the introduction of high-strength core ceramics as an alternative to metal cores. Even with high-strength…
Abstract Objectives Light cured materials are increasingly used in orthodontic clinical practice and concurrent with developments in materials have been developments in light curing unit technology. In recent years the…
Abstract Objectives To examine the strength and mode of fracture of traditionally and minimally prepared all-ceramic resin bonded CAD/CAM crowns after fatigue loading. Methods Thirty human maxillary molars were used…
Abstract Objectives This study evaluates the effect of incorporation of an acrylate polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane nanostructure (APOSS) on the physical and mechanical properties and hydrolytic stability of octyl cyanoacrylate (CA)…
Abstract Objective This study aimed to investigate the effect of dentin surface moisture and curing mode on microtensile bond strength (MTBS) and nanoindentation characteristics of a self-adhesive resin cement. Methods…
Abstract Purpose The objective was to compare absolute translucency with a frequently used surrogate measure of relative translucency (contrast ratio) from 14 all-ceramic materials having a wide range of translucencies….
Abstract Objectives To evaluate the collagen cross-linkers, riboflavin-ultraviolet-A (RF/UVA) and glutaraldehyde, with regard to their efficacy in cross-linking the dentinal collagen and improving dentin bonding. Methods Glutaraldehyde and different RF/UVA…
Abstract Objectives The purpose of the study was to evaluate the mechanical properties of dental adhesive materials at different testing temperatures after dry and wet storage. Methods Specimens ( d…
Abstract Objective To investigate the feasibility of iontophoretic delivery of large molecules across buccal mucosa, and to establish its potential for enhanced drug delivery. Methods Qualitative (6 h) and quantitative…
Abstract Objective To investigate the effects of polishing techniques on the surface roughness of Y-TZP ceramic and on the wear behavior of synthetic hydroxyapatite (HA). Methods Thirty-two full-contour Y-TZP (Diazir…
Abstract Objectives To synthesize and characterize machinable, bioactive glass-ceramics (GCs) suitable for dental implant applications. Methods A glass in the SiO 2 –Al 2 O 3 –CaO–CaF 2 –K 2…
Abstract Objective Dental implants provide support for dental crowns and bridges by serving as abutments for the replacement of missing teeth. To prevent bacterial accumulation and growth at the site…
Abstract Objective To assess interfacial fracture toughness of different adhesive approaches and compare to a standard micro-tensile bond-strength (μTBS) test. Methods Chevron-notched beam fracture toughness (CNB) was measured following a…
Abstract Objectives It is proposed that a non-uniform rational B-spline (NURBS) based solid geometric model of a ceramic crown would be a flexible and quick approach to virtually simulate root…
Abstract Objectives Previous studies have shown that resin composites may cause persistent inflammation of oral or pulpal tissues as well as cell death through eluted substances. The aim of this…
Abstract Objectives The majority of modern resin-based oral restorative biomaterials are cured via photopolymerization processes. A variety of light sources are available for this light curing of dental materials, such…
In the natural world we are surrounded by photosynthesis, but probably seldom give this amazing phenomenon any extended thought. So also, dental clinicians and scientists have become so used to…
