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…
