Effect of self-curing activators and curing protocols on adhesive properties of universal adhesives bonded to dual-cured composites

Nov 22, 2017 by in Dental Materials Comments Off on Effect of self-curing activators and curing protocols on adhesive properties of universal adhesives bonded to dual-cured composites

Highlights • Dual-cured 2-step self-etch adhesive is recommended for buildup restorations with dual-cured resin composites. • The in vitro behavior of universal adhesives depends on the curing more and the…

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Graphene for the development of the next-generation of biocomposites for dental and medical applications

Nov 22, 2017 by in Dental Materials Comments Off on Graphene for the development of the next-generation of biocomposites for dental and medical applications

Abstract Objective Graphene and its derivatives, graphene oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO), are 2D carbon-based materials with remarkable physical, chemical and biological properties. Graphene sheets have high specific…

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Bifunctional dentifrice: Amorphous polyphosphate a regeneratively active sealant with potent anti- Streptococcus mutansactivity

Nov 22, 2017 by in Dental Materials Comments Off on Bifunctional dentifrice: Amorphous polyphosphate a regeneratively active sealant with potent anti- Streptococcus mutansactivity

Graphical abstract Abstract Objective In this study we demonstrate that inorganic polyphosphate (polyP) exhibits a dual protective effect on teeth: it elicits a strong antibacterial effect against the cariogenic bacterium…

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