Determination of Shear Bond Strength of Nanocomposite to Porcelain and Metal Alloy

Abstract Objective: To compare porcelain and metal repair done with both nanocomposite and conventional composite. Material and Methods: A total of 30 cylinders were fabricated from Porcelain (I), Porcelain fused to metal (II), and metal (III) substrate each. Control group (A) was bonded with conventional micro-hybrid composite and experimental group (B) was bonded with nanocomposite in a 2 mm thickness. All specimens were thermocycled and stored in distilled water at 37 °C for 7 days. A universal testing machine was used to measure the Shear bond strength (SBS). The difference between bond strengths of the groups was compared using an independent t-test. Results: In all three groups, the SBS was higher in the experimental group as compared to the control group. The use of nanocomposite of metal alloy presented maximum shear bond strength, followed by samples of porcelain fused to metal and finally porcelain, showing the lowest values of SBS. Conclusion: Porcelain and alloys bonded with nanocomposite exhibit enhanced adhesiveness as well as aesthetic and mechanical properties. This subsequently would translate into providing higher clinical serviceability and durability and hence a cost-effective and accessible repair option for human welfare (AU).

Alveolar bone repair with strontium- containing nanostructured carbonated hydroxyapatite

ABSTRACT Objective: This study aimed to evaluate bone repair in rat dental sockets after implanting nanostructured carbonated hydroxyapatite/sodium alginate (CHA) and nanostructured carbonated hydroxyapatite/sodium alginate containing 5% strontium microspheres (SrCHA) as bone substitute materials. Methods: Twenty male Wistar rats were randomly divided into two experimental groups: CHA and SrCHA (n=5/period/group). After one and 6 weeks of extraction of the right maxillary central incisor and biomaterial implantation, 5 μm bone blocks were obtained for histomorphometric evaluation. The parameters evaluated were remaining biomaterial, loose connective tissue and newly formed bone in a standard area. Statistical analysis was performed by Mann-Withney and and Wilcoxon tests at 95% level of significance. Results: The histomorphometric results showed that the microspheres showed similar fragmentation and bio-absorbation (p>0.05). We observed the formation of new bones in both groups during the same experimental periods; however, the new bone formation differed significantly between the weeks 1 and 6 (p=0.0039) in both groups. Conclusion: The CHA and SrCHA biomaterials were biocompatible, osteoconductive and bioabsorbable, indicating their great potential for clinical use as bone substitutes.

Cytocompatibility and biocompatibility of nanostructured carbonated hydroxyapatite spheres for bone repair

ABSTRACT Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the in vitro and in vivo biological responses to nanostructured carbonated hydroxyapatite/calcium alginate (CHA) microspheres used for alveolar bone repair, compared to sintered hydroxyapatite (HA). Material and Methods The maxillary central incisors of 45 Wistar rats were extracted, and the dental sockets were filled with HA, CHA, and blood clot (control group) (n=5/period/group). After 7, 21 and 42 days, the samples of bone with the biomaterials were obtained for histological and histomorphometric analysis, and the plasma levels of RANKL and OPG were determined via immunoassay. Statistical analysis was performed by Two-Way ANOVA with post-hoc Tukey test at 95% level of significance. Results The CHA and HA microspheres were cytocompatible with both human and murine cells on an in vitro assay. Histological analysis showed the time-dependent increase of newly formed bone in control group characterized by an intense osteoblast activity. In HA and CHA groups, the presence of a slight granulation reaction around the spheres was observed after seven days, which was reduced by the 42nd day. A considerable amount of newly formed bone was observed surrounding the CHA spheres and the biomaterials particles at 42-day time point compared with HA. Histomorphometric analysis showed a significant increase of newly formed bone in CHA group compared with HA after 21 and 42 days from surgery, moreover, CHA showed almost 2-fold greater biosorption than HA at 42 days (two-way ANOVA, p<0.05) indicating greater biosorption. An increase in the RANKL/OPG ratio was observed in the CHA group on the 7th day. Conclusion CHA spheres were osteoconductive and presented earlier biosorption, inducing early increases in the levels of proteins involved in resorption.

Síntese e análise de compósitos experimentais para uso odontológico reforçados com nanoargila / Synthesis and analysis of experimental composites for dentistry use reinforced with nanoclay

O objetivo do presente estudo foi de avaliar os efeitos de diferentes frações de partículas de nanoargila modificadas do tipo montmorilonita Cloisite® 20A em propriedades físicas, mecânicas e biológicas de resinas experimentais do tipo nanohíbrida. Compósitos dentais foram preparados através da mistura de 30% de matriz resinosa (BisGMA/TEGDMA) em 70% de partículas de carga (vidro de bário silicato silanizado ­VB, dióxido de silício ­ SD, partículas de nanoargila MMT). Quatro grupos de compósitos experimentais foram formados, variando o percentual de nanoargila empregada (0%, 5%, 7,5%, 10%). O processamento foi realizado em uma máquina de dupla mistura (SpeedMixer DAC, Germany, 3500 rpm). A citotoxicidade in vitro do material foi avaliada baseada nas normas ISO 10993- 5-2009 e comparado com compósito comercial. Ensaios mecânicos para cálculo de Resistência à Flexão e Módulo de Elasticidade foram realizados em máquina de ensaios universal EMIC. O aparelho Acuvol® foi utilizado para o ensaio de contração de polimerização. A sorção e solubilidade dos compósitos foram calculadas baseadas nas normas ISO 4049. Os dados foram analisados estatisticamente, utilizando-se a tabela ANOVA e o Teste de Tukey para comparação dos grupos de dois em dois. O nível de significância utilizado foi de 95% (p< 0,05). Por meio do exame dos resultados, concluiu-se que foi possível esfoliar 5 e 7,5% de partículas de MMT satisfatoriamente na matriz BisGMA/TEGDMA, porém, o inserção de 10% de MMT na matriz orgânica não trouxe vantagens ao compósito, certamente por não permitir a total exfoliação de suas partículas. A inserção de 5 e 7,5% de nanoargila ao compósito dental experimental possibilitou uma diminuição da contração de polimerização do material em 22,13 e 17,4%, respectivamente. Além disso, esses dois grupos permaneceram com suas propriedades mecânicas e de absorção e solubilidade satisfatórias, além de apresentar ausência de citotoxicidade para as células fibroblasticas L929 testadas

The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of different weight fractions of modified montmorillonite nanoclay fillers Cloisite ® 20A on mechanical, physical and biological properties of nanohybrid experimental resins. Dental composites were prepared by mixing 30% of resin matrix (BisGMA / TEGDMA) to 70% of particulate fillers (Silanized barium silicate particles - BS, silicone dioxide - SD, montmorillonite nanoclay cloisite 20AMMT). Four groups of experimental composite were formed with various fractions of the nanoclay fillers (0%; 5%; 7,5%; 10% ). Processing was performed using a dual high speed mixing machine (SpeedMixer DAC, Germany, 3500 rpm). In vitro citotoxicity of the material was calculated based on standards ISO 10993-5-2009 and compared to a comercial composite. Tensile strenght and elastic modulus were performed using an universal test machine EMIC. The volumetric shrinkage was calculated by Acuvol® machine. Water sorption and solubility were measured based on International Standard ISO 4049. Data were statistically analyzed by ANOVA and Tukey Test for multiple comparisons. The significance level utilized was 95% (p < 0,05). By the results, it was concluded that it is possible to exfoliate nicely 5 and 7.5% of MMT particles inside Bis-GMA/TEGDMA matrix. However, insertion of 10% of MMT did not improve composite, certainly, because the total exfoliation of particles did not occured. Insertion of 5 and 7.5% of nanoclay in dental composite diminished polymerization shrinkage in 22,13% and 17,4% , respectively. Furthermore, these two groups maintained their mechanical properties, satisfactory sorption and solubility and also presented no citotoxicity for L929 fibroblastic cells

Nanoestruturas e a resposta óssea. Uma alternativa segura para a reabilitação com implantes osseointegráveis? / Nanostructures and bone response. Safe alternative for rehabilitation with osseointegrated implants?

A evolução das superfícies dos implantes osseointegrados ocorre em paralelo com o desenvolvimento de novas tecnologias. A aplicação da nanotecnologia corresponde a mais uma etapa no desenvolvimento da superfície dos implantes dentários e os resultados indicam uma melhora na resposta óssea em implantes conhecidos como "nanomodificados". Ainda não está claro como as nanoestruturas atuam na regeneração do tecido ósseo, mas duas hipóteses são apontadas como mais prováveis: a existência de nanoestruturas no tecido ósseo e a interação entre as biomoleculas-células-implante, que também ocorre na escala nanométrica. Hoje, temos diferentes métodos para a análise tridimensional quantitativa e qualitativa das superfícies dos implantes dentários e o correto processamento e avaliação dos dados é fundamental para compreensão dos resultados que irão auxiliar no desenvolvimento da área. A presença de nanoestruturas na superfície dos implantes não garante uma resposta óssea adequada. O objetivo é determinar a nanotopografia ideal para melhorar a resposta óssea, através da caracterização individual de cada nanoestrutura na superfície do implante, quantificando as dimensões, densidade e orientação.

The evolution of osseointegrated implant surfaces occurs in parallel with the development of new technologies. The application of nanotechnology corresponds to one further step on the development of dental implant surfaces and the results demonstrate the enhanced bone formation to the implants so called "nanomodified". However, it is not yet clear how the nanostructures act during healing phase and two hypotheses may explain such results: the presence of nanostructures on bone tissue and the interaction of biomolecules-cells-implant that also occurs at the nanolevel scale. Nowadays, different techniques are available for quantitative and qualitative three- dimensional implant surface analysis, and correct evaluation of results is a fundamental requirement for the development of the field. The presence of nanostructures on the implant surface does not imply on a proper bone response. The goal is to determine the ideal nanotopographic to improve bone response based on the characterization of each individual nanostructure present on the implant surface, providing its dimensions, density and orientation.

Clinical trials with nanoparticle composite in posterior teeth: a systematic literature review

Aim: The aim of this article is to evaluate clinical trials with nanoparticle composite in posterior teeth through a systematic review of the literature. Methods: This analysis includes controlled clinical trials with nanoparticle composites, with at least 6 months of evaluation, published in the English language between 1997 and 2009. In vitro and retrospective studies and studies on anterior teeth were excluded. Articles were retrieved from the following full-text electronic journal databases: MEDLINE, LILACS and The Cochrane Library. Results: The largest number of articles was found in the MEDLINE database, but only 4 of them met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. No articles were found in the LILACS database; only two articles were selected from The Cochrane Library databases and they coincided with those already included in MEDLINE. Conclusions: The nanoparticle composites give a satisfactory performance for use in posterior teeth for at least 2 years of functional activity, but their performance was not superior to that of the other composites. Long-term studies must be conducted to evaluate the performance after 2 years of functional activity. New controlled and randomized clinical trials are necessary.