Highlights • We prepared novel bioactive glass (BAG) and fluoride-containing BAG composites. • The effects of biofilm on the optical properties of these composites were investigated. • The biofilm may…
Abstract Objectives The characterization of the physical properties of dental resin composites is fraught with difficulties relating to significant intra and inter test parameter variabilities and is relatively time consuming…
Abstract Objective To determine if acid-etched, cross-linked dentin can be dehydrated without lowering bond strength below that of cross-linked wet-bonded dentin in vitro . Methods Using extracted human third molars,…
Abstract Objective A surface pre-reacted glass-ionomer (S-PRG) filler is a technology of interest for providing bio-functions to restorative materials. Resin composites containing S-PRG filler have been reported to show less…
Highlights • Internal adaptation in a high C-factor cavity was inferior to that in a low C-factor cavity for both conventional and bulk-filled composites. • Internal adaptation, polymerization shrinkage, and…
Highlights • Polymerization stress increased when 3% of particles were replaced by short fibers. • Polymerization stress was not affected by replacing 6% of particles with fibers. • Fiber orientation…
Highlights • Different kinds of filler particles were compared in a composite resins. • Low particle-matrix coupling leads to low mechanical strength. • However, strength of composites with tetrapodal zinc…
Abstract Objective To evaluate the 6-year clinical performance of Xeno IV, Xeno III, and XP Bond adhesives in the restoration of non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs). Methods This was a randomized…
