Graphical abstract Highlights • PMMA incorporating silver-loaded mesoporous silica nanoparticles (Ag-MSNs) led to increased mechanical properties. • PMMA incorporating Ag-MSNs exhibited an anti-adhesive effect against infectious strains without cytotoxicity. •…
Abstract Objectives The purpose of this study was to investigate temperature rise in the composite and dentin of a class I cavity in extracted human molars under different restoration conditions,…
Highlights • Long-term bond strength was not influenced by TiF 4 in aqueous or primer solution and concentrations. • Bond strength values to superficial bond were higher than values to…
Abstract Objective Investigate antimicrobial properties and surface texture of model composites with different concentration and alkyl chain length of quaternary ammonium monomers (QAS). Methods Monomers derived from QAS salts with…
Abstract Objectives Antibacterial monomers were developed to combat oral biofilm acids and caries; however, little is known on whether quaternary ammonium monomers (QAMs) would induce drug resistance in oral bacteria….
Highlights • Wrinkled mesoporous silica (WMS) particles exhibit better reinforcing effect in dental composites than regular silica. • Bimodal fillers containing WMS and smaller silica particles of appropriate sizes overcome…
Graphical abstract Highlights • Phenolic compounds from cashew nut shell liquid were investigated regarding the interaction with dentin collagen. • Aroeira bark extract was also, for the first time, investigation…
Highlights • AgNPs are applied in nanocomposites; implant coatings; anti-caries formulations; and in the treatment of oral cancer and local anesthesia. • In vitro results reveal the excellent antimicrobial activity…
Abstract Objective To investigate the effects of conditioning solutions containing ferric chloride (FeCl 3 ) on resin–dentin bond strength; on protection of dentin collagen against enzymatic degradation and on cathepsin-K…
Highlights • Anti-caries agents addition that are less likely to induce bacterial resistance. • Modulation of the virulence of Streptococcus mutans biofilm. • Alkali soluble and intracellular polysaccharides reduction of…
Abstract Objectives To evaluate the effect of mussel adhesive protein (MAP) on collagenase activity, dentin collagen degradation and microtensile dentin bond strength (μTBS). Methods Three groups were designed: 1. experimental…
Highlights • BioDent RPI yields more consistent dentin hardness values compared to Knoop tester. • BioDent affected less by dentin elastic recovery and surface conditions than Knoop. • Raman spectroscopic…
Clinical dentistry is a difficult topic because little is either black or white; instead there are many, many grey areas. Practitioners and dental students know that if you present a…
