Calcium release-mediated adsorption and lubrication of salivary proteins on resin-based dental composites.

The lack of wear resistance is always a challenge for clinical applications of resin-based dental composites (RBDCs). In this study, the role of the calcium release from RBDCs in the adsorption and lubrication of salivary proteins was investigated, aiming to provide useful insights concerning the development of high-performance RBDCs. Three experimental RBDCs with distinct calcium-releasing capabilities were prepared using calcium phosphate particles as inorganic fillers. Salivary protein adsorption and film-forming on RBDC surfaces were characterized by atomic force microscopy, while the mechanical properties and lubricating effect of salivary pellicle were examined using nano-indentation/scratch techniques. Results showed that calcium release from RBDCs plays a crucial role in mediating the electrostatic interaction between salivary proteins and composite surface, thereby promoting the formation of salivary pellicle with a multi-layer structure. The mechanical properties and lubricating effect of the pellicle are positively related to the level of calcium release. In sum, for RBDCs with robust calcium release, saliva provides effective lubrication to resist composite wear. Incorporating calcium compounds is a promising way to improve the wear resistance of RBDCs in the oral cavity.

Exodontia atraumática associada a elásticos ortodônticos em pacientes submetidos ao tratamento oncológico radioterápico: revisão de literatura / Atraumatic tooth extraction associated with orthodontic elastics in patients submitted to radiotherapy oncological treatment: literature review

Introdução: O câncer está atualmente entre as cinco causas mais frequentes de mortes no planeta, tudo isso devido a hábitos deletérios ou predisposição genética. O câncer de boca ocupa uma posição de destaque nesse panorama e necessita de uma atenção odontológica especial, devido à associação da perda dentária com o tratamento oncológico. Objetivo: O objetivo deste trabalho foi fazer uma análise biológica dos processos desencadeados pelo tratamento radioterápico e apresentar um método alternativo de exodontia seguro para os pacientes oncológicos. Revisão da literatura: O tratamento oncológico radioterápico desencadeia uma série de complicações bucais que eventualmente exigirão a exodontia, entre eles: osteorradionecrose, hipossalivação, cáries, doença periodontal, entre outros. Discussão: A exodontia com elásticos ortodônticos consiste no envolvimento dentário na altura cervical com os elásticos causando uma esfoliação lenta, gradual e mais atraumática possível da raiz, esse processo leva em torno de 5 a 8 semanas. Esta técnica associada a um bom pós-operatório garantirá uma cicatrização adequada aumentando significativamente as chances de um prognóstico positivo. Conclusão: Os resultados dessa associação de técnicas são seguros e diminuem os riscos de complicações pós-operatória, garantindo assim, uma recuperação sem maiores problemas ao paciente.

Introduction: Cancer is currently among the five most common causes of death worldwide, resulting from harmful habits or genetic predisposition. Oral cancer plays a major role in this scenario and requires special dental care due to the association of tooth loss with cancer treatment. Aim: This study aimed at the biolo-gical analysis of the processes triggered by radiotherapy treatment and presentation of an alternative method for safe tooth extraction in cancer patients. Literature review: Cancer radiotherapy treatment triggers a series of oral complications that will eventually require tooth extraction, for example, osteoradionecrosis, hyposaliva-tion, caries, and periodontal disease. Discussion: Tooth extraction with orthodontic elastics involves the tooth at the cervical height with elastics allowing a slow, gradual, and less traumatic exfoliation of the root; this process takes approximately 5 to 8 weeks. This technique is as-sociated with a good postoperative recoveryand ensures adequate healing, significantly increasing the likelihood of a positive prognosis. Conclusion: These techniques are safe and decrease the risk of postoperative complications, thus ensuring recovery without major problems for the patient.

Methacrylate peak determination and selection recommendations using ATR-FTIR to investigate polymerisation of dental methacrylate mixtures.

Investigation of polymerisation kinetics using ATR-FTIR systems is common in many dental studies. However, peak selection methods to calculate monomer-polymer conversion can vary, consequently affecting final results. Thus, the aim of this study is to experimentally confirm which method is less prone to systematic errors. Three commercial restorative materials were tested-Vertise Flow (VF), Constic and Activa Bioactive Restorative Kids. Firstly, Attenuated Total Reflectance Fourier Transform Infra-Red (ATR-FTIR) (Spectrum One, Perkin-Elmer, UK) spectra of monomers were acquired-10-methacryloyloxy decyl dihydrogen phosphate (10-MDP), bisphenol-A glycidyl dimethacrylate (Bis-GMA), 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA), triethyelene glycol dimethacrylate (TEGDMA) and urethane dimethacrylate (UDMA) to investigate proportionality of methacrylate peak heights versus concentration. Spectral changes upon light exposure of 2 mm discs of the restorative materials (irradiated for 20 s, LED curing unit 1100-1330 mW/cm2) were assessed to study polymerisation kinetics (n = 3), with continuous acquisition of spectra, before, during and after light exposure. Peak differences and degrees of conversion (DC %) were calculated using 1320/1336, 1320/1350 and 1636/1648 cm-1 as reaction/reference peaks. Inferential statistics included a MANOVA and within-subjects repeated measures ANOVA design (5% significance level). Proportionality of methacrylate peak height to concentration was confirmed, with the 1320/1352 cm-1 peak combination showing the lowest coefficient of variation (8%). Difference spectra of the polymerisation reaction showed noise interference around the 1500-1800 cm-1 region. Across the different materials, DC % results are highly dependent upon peak selection (p<0.001), with higher variability associated to the 1636 cm-1. Significant differences in the materials were only detected when the 1320 cm-1 peak was used (p<0.05). Within the same materials, methods were significantly different for Constic and Activa (p<0.05). It is possible to conclude that the 1320 cm-1 peak is more adequate to assess polymerisation of methacrylates and is therefore recommended.

Análise da pigmentação de cerâmicas odontológicas submetidas a diferentes corantes / Analysis of the pigmentation of dentistry ceramics submitted to different dyes

Objetivo: É mérito deste estudo avaliar a pigmentação de cerâmicas odontológicassubmetidas a diferentes tratamentos de superfície e imersasem soluções corantes.Métodos: Foram confeccionadas 60 amostras de cerâmica, divididas em seis grupos. Os grupos G1, G2 e G3 receberam aplicação prévia de glaze, enquanto G4, G5 e G6 foram submetidos a desgastes e polimento. Os grupos foram mantidos em água destilada, açaí e café por um período de 30 dias. Foram realizadas fotografias digitais, seguidas da mensuração de cor da superfície com o programa mColorMeter, com base no sistema CIELab, antes da imersão, após 15 e 30 dias. Para avaliação quantitativa da variação de cor foi utilizada fórmula de ∆E, onde foram obtidos média e desvio padrão de cada grupo. Os dados foram submetidos à análise estatística ANOVA de dois fatores. Resultados: Após a realização da análise estatística, foram estabelecidos as médias e desvios-padrão para variância de cor (∆E) e foi constatado que não houve resultado estatisticamente significativo, em que p ≤ 0,05, para pigmentação em nenhum dos grupos de cerâmicas. Conclusão: Nesse contexto, infere-se que as substâncias café e açaí não promoveram alterações de cor significativas, bem como o glaze e o polimento mostraram-se igualmente eficientes na manutenção da estabilidade de cor das cerâmicas.

Aim: The present study sought to evaluate the pigmentation of dental ceramics submitted to different surface treatments and immersed in staining solutions. Methods: Sixty ceramic samples were manufactured and divided into six groups. Groups G1, G2, and G3 received a prior glaze application, while groups G4, G5, and G6 were submitted to wear and polishing. The groups were maintained in distilled water, açaí, and coffee for a period of 30 days. Digital photographs were taken, followed by color measurement of the surface with the mColorMeter program, based on system CIELab, before immersion, after 15 and 30 days. For quantitative evaluation of color variation, a formula from ∆E was used, where mean and standard deviation of each group were obtained. The data were submitted to ANOVA statistical analysis of two factors. Result: After the statistical analysis, the means and standard deviations for color variance (∆E) were established, and it was found that there were no statistically significant results, with p ≤ 0.05, for pigmentation in any of the groups of ceramics. Conclusion: Therefore, it can be inferred that coffee and açaí substances did not promote significant color changes. Glaze and polishing also proved equally efficient in maintaining the color stability of the ceramics.

Laboratory Study of Color Stability of Different Types of Materials for Temporary Constructions.

INTRODUCTION: A temporary construction serves as a preliminary representation of the type and appearance of a future permanent one that is tailored to the patient's requirements. Like any prosthetic construction, it should meet the functional requirements, preserve or improve chewing and speech function. No matter how well maintained a prophylactic and functional prosthetic structure is, it will not be evaluated by the patient unless it retains and restores the existing shape, size and color of the natural teeth. AIM: To determine instrumentally to what extent different colorants change the color of temporary constructions. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Two materials for temporary restoration were tested - Protemp II and Protemp IV, of which a total of 100 test specimens, were fabricated. Under the equal storage conditions of room temperature and no direct access to sunlight, they were exposed to five 100-ml staining solutions: Coca-Cola, coffee (espresso), berry tea, orange juice and red wine in five separate containers. Measurements of color changes in the three areas of the tooth were performed using two spectrophotometric devices - Vita EasyShade and SpectroShade, at different time intervals - immediately before placement in the staining solution, at 1, 4, 7, and 14 days. RESULTS: The results were analysed using the SPSS Statistical Processing Program (SPSS Inc., IBM SPSS Statistics) version 21.0. They were converted to a text file with the converter of the same program. In hypothesis testing, a standard value of p ≤ 0.05 was chosen for the level of significance that rejects the null hypothesis. CONCLUSION: Based on this study, the strong colouring effect of coffee and red wine on these restorations was demonstrated. We can conclude that Protemp IV material showed better color stability compared to Protemp II.

Resistencia a fractura de coronas elaboradas con disilicato de litio aplicadas en diferentes terminaciones marginales / Fracture resistance of crowns prepared with lithium disilicate applied to different marginal terminations

Resumen Evaluar la influencia del tipo de terminación marginal; filo de cuchillo (F) y chamfer (C) sobre la resistencia flexural de coronas de disilicato de litio CAD/CAM en espesores de 0,8 mm y 0,5 mm. Materiales y métodos: 40 premolares superiores sanos, en 2 grupos de acuerdo con el tipo de terminación G1=F y G2=C; 2 subgrupos referentes al espesor del material Sg1=0,8mm y Sg2 0,5 mm (5 coronas por cada subgrupo), se sometieron a fuerzas de compresión vertical (v) y horizontal (h). Se observó el tipo de fractura más frecuente; cohesivas en porcelana (cp), adhesiva en porcelana (ap), mixta pequeña (mp) y mixta larga (ml). Resultados: En preparaciones a 0,8 mm y 0,5 mm, existió diferencia significativa en relación con la mejor terminación, esta fue el C; sus valores fueron, Sg1 (h=1347,2 N / v=1402,0. F; Sg1 (h=965,6 N/ v= 794,8 N). F a 0,5 mm mostró mejor desempeño ante fuerzas horizontales. C; Sg2 (h=924,8 N /v=813,4 N) y para F; Sg2 (h=1217,0 N /v= 576,0 N). Conclusiones: Tipo de fractura más frecuente es cp y ap. Terminación chamfer y filo de cuchillo pueden ser utilizados con seguridad, pues muestran valores aceptables de resistencia flexural, al reducirse el grosor de la restauración en chamfer reduce su resistencia, el filo de cuchillo la aumenta.

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the influence of the type of shoulder margins; Knife edge (F) and Chamfer (C) on the flexural strength of CAD / CAM lithium disilicate crowns in thicknesses of 0.8 mm and 0.5 mm. Materials and Methods: 40 healthy upper premolars, in 2 groups according to the type of termination G1 = F and G2 = C; 2 subgroups referring to the material thickness Sg1 = 0.8mm and Sg2 0.5mm (5 crowns for each subgroup), were subjected to vertical (v) and horizontal (h) compression forces. The most frequent type of fracture was observed; cohesive in porcelain (cp), adhesive in porcelain (ap), mixed small (mp) and mixed long (ml). Results: In preparations with 0.8 mm and 0.5 mm thicknesses, there was a significant difference in relation to the best termination, this was C; their values were Sg1 (h = 1347.2 N / v = 1402.0.F; Sg1 (h = 965.6 N / v = 794.8 N) .F at 0.5 mm showed better performance against horizontal forces C; Sg2 (h = 924.8 N / v = 813.4 N) and for F; Sg2 (h = 1217.0 N / v = 576.0 N) Conclusions: The most frequent type of fracture is cp and ap finishing chamfer and knife edge can be used safely show acceptable values of flexural strength, by reducing the thickness of the chamfer restoration reduces its strength, the knife edge increases it.

Synchrotron radiation-based analysis of fatigue in dental restorative materials.

Few studies performed a microstructural analysis of dental restorations to evaluate fatigue impact under various tensions, because of a lack of analytical equipment. In this study, the fatigue of restorative materials was evaluated using the force tester's fatigue method at 0.30, 0.3, 0.40, and 0.45 N. The fatigue effect analysis of tooth restorations was performed with each sample by randomly dividing the sequence into grades 0-4 and the evaluators were blinded to the test results. The evaluation methods involved visual and stereoscopic approaches, and used synchrotron radiation (SR). The evaluation facilitated the observation of microscopic cracks in the material using SR. The initiation of cracks was attributed to air bubbles, invisible to the naked eye or under the microscope. The fatigue effect analysis using SR enabled closer observations compared with other types of evaluation. We expect that this strategy will provide a basis for the study of physical and mechanical properties of dental materials.

The effects of intrinsic and extrinsic acids on nanofilled and bulk fill resin composites: Roughness, surface hardness, and scanning electron microscopy analysis.

The objective of this study was to examine the effects of extrinsic or intrinsic acids on nanofilled and bulk fill resin materials in vitro. A total of 90 disks were prepared using dental restorative material (Filtek Z350XT, GrandioSO, Filtek Bulk Fill, X-tra fil). Thirty disks of each material were sub-divided into three groups (n = 10) that were immersed for 7 days in deionized water (DW), 5% citric acid (CA-pH 2.1), or 0.1% hydrochloric acid (HCl-pH = 1.2). Surface hardness and roughness (stylus profilometer by Ra parameter) analysis were performed before and after immersion. Morphological changes were evaluated by scanning electron microscopy. The data were analyzed by two-way ANOVA and Tukey's test (α = 0.05). All tested materials did not show significant differences in the effects of the DW, CA, or HCl solutions on surface roughness (p = .368). Likewise, the hardness loss was not affected by the solutions tested (p = .646), but there was a difference in the resin type (p = .002). Filtek Bulk Fill resin hardness was less affected, while Filtek Z350XT and GrandioSO presented the most hardness loss after 7 days of solution immersion. In terms of this experimental study, the results demonstrate the effectiveness of the mechanical properties (roughness and hardness surface) of nanofilled and bulk fill resin materials to resist erosion from extrinsic and intrinsic acids, therefore being potential candidates for dental applications.

Effect of Long-Term Brushing on Deflection, Maximum Load, and Wear of Stainless Steel Wires and Conventional and Spot Bonded Fiber-Reinforced Composites.

Fiber-reinforced composite (FRC) retainers are an aesthetic alternative to conventional Stainless Steel splints. They are generally used with a full bonded technique, but some studies demonstrated that they could be managed with a spot bonding technique to significantly decrease their rigidity. In order to propose this FRC spot bonding technique for clinical use, the aim of this study was to evaluate mechanical properties and surface wear of fibers left uncovered. Tests were made by simulating tooth brushing, comparing FRC spot bonding technique splints with stainless steel and FRC traditional technique splints. Specimens were tested both at 0.1 mm of deflection and at maximum load, showing higher values of rigidity for the FRC full bonded technique. After tooth brushing, no significant reduction in values at 0.1 mm deflection was reported, while we found a similar reduction in these values for the Stainless Steel and FRC spot bonding technique at maximum load, and no significant variation for the FRC full bonded technique. SEM images after tooth brushing showed wear for FRC fibers left uncovered, while no relevant wear signs in metal and conventional FRC fibers were noticed. Results showed that FRC spot bonding technique has advantages in mechanical properties when compared to the FRC traditional full bonding technique, also after tooth brushing. However, the surface wear after tooth brushing in the FRC spot bonding technique is considerable and other tests must be performed before promoting this technique for routine clinical use.

Evaluation of Shear Bond Strength Between Orthodontic Brackets and Three Aged Bulk Fill Composites / Evaluación de la resistencia de la unión al cizallamiento entre brackets de ortodoncia y tres materiales compuestos de relleno a granel envejecidos

ABSTRACT Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the shear bond strength (SBS) of orthodontic brackets bonded to three different bulk fill composites which were previously aged. Materials and Methods: Three bulk fill composite materials were included in this study (Filtek Bulk Fill, Tetric N-Ceram bulk fill, SureFil SDR bulk fill). Each material group contained 12 samples (n=12); a total of 36 samples were bonded in the same way with maxillary premolar brackets (CB; Avex Mx, OPAL orth.). The same type brackets were bonded on each restored surface made with bulk fill composites. The SBS was examined after storing the specimens for 24 h at 37 ºC indistilled water, followed by thermal ageing (500 cycles between 5 ºC and 55 ºC). Data were analyzed statistically. The numeric data were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA) with Tukey HSD post-hoc tests at α=.05. Results: There were no significant differences among the composite groups (p>0.001). However, SBS values for control group were significantly greater than shear bond strenght values for composite groups (p<0.001). Conclusion: Bond strength of orthodontic brackets on bulk fill composite surfaces was not found adequate. Therefore, this situation leads to bonding failure during orthodontic treatment. The presence of bulk fill composites on the surface to be bonded during orthodontic treatment requires an additional armamentarium.

RESUMEN Propósito: El propósito de este estudio es evaluar la resistencia al cizallamiento (SBS) de brackets de ortodonci unidos a tres compuestos de relleno masivo diferentes que fueron envejecidos previamente. Metodología: Se incluyeron tres materiales compuestos de relleno a granel en este estudio (Filtek Bulk Fill, Tetric N-Ceram bulk fill, SureFil SDR bulk fill). Cada grupo de material contenía 12 muestras (n = 12); un total de 36 muestras se unieron de la misma manera con soportes premolares maxilares (CB; Avex Mx, OPAL orth.). Los mismos soportes de tipo se unieron en cada superficie restaurada hecha con compuestos de relleno masivo. El SBS se examinó después de almacenar las muestras durante 24 horas a 37 ºC de agua no destilada, seguido de un envejecimiento térmico (500 ciclos entre 5 ºC y 55 ºC). Los datos fueron analizados estadísticamente. Los datos numéricos se analizaron mediante el análisis de varianza (ANOVA) con pruebas post hoc de Tukey HSD en α=.05. Resultados: No hubo diferencias significativas entre los grupos compuestos (p> 0,001). Sin embargo, los valores de SBS para el grupo de control fueron significativamente mayores que los valores de resistencia al cizallamiento para los grupos compuestos (p <0.001). Conclusión: La resistencia de de brackets de ortodonci en superficies compuestas de relleno en masa no se encontró adecuada. Por lo tanto, esta situación conduce a una falla de adhesión durante el tratamiento de ortodoncia. La presencia de compuestos de relleno a granel en la superficie a unir durante el tratamiento de ortodoncia requiere un arsenal adicional.

Estudio comparativo de la bioactividad de dos materiales biocerámicos / Comparative Study of the Bioactivity of Two Bioceramic Materials

RESUMEN Los materiales a base de silicato de calcio han demostrado ser bioactivos debido a su capacidad para producir apatita carbonatada biológicamente compatible. El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar la bioactividad de Biodentine™ y MTA Repair HP® en contacto con discos de dentina humana, que se obturaron y dividieron aleatoriamente para formar cuatro grupos: grupo 1 Biodentine™, grupo 2 MTA Repair HP®, grupo control positivo MTA Angelus® y grupo control negativo IRM®, los cuales se incubaron en solución PBS durante 10 días, para posterior análisis por medio de MEB-EDS y Espectroscopía Raman. Los tres materiales a base de silicato de calcio analizados en este estudio demostraron ser bioactivos pues al entrar en contacto con una solución a base de fosfato desencadenaron la precipitación inicial de fosfato de calcio amorfo, que actúa como precursor durante la formación de apatita carbonatada.

ABSTRACT Calcium silicate-based materials have been shown to be bioactive due to their ability to produce biologically compatible carbonated apatite. The objective of this study was to analyze the bioactivity of Biodentine ™ and MTA Repair HP® in contact with human dentine discs, which were sealed and divided randomly to form four groups: group 1 Biodentine™, group 2 MTA Repair HP®, positive control group MTA Angelus® and negative control group IRM®, which were incubated in PBS solution for 10 days, for a subsequent analysis by means of MEB-EDS and Raman spectroscopy. The three calcium-based materials analyzed in this study proved to be bioactive because upon contact with a phosphate-based solution they were triggered at the onset of amorphous calcium phosphate, as the precursor during the formation of carbonated apatite.

Airborne exposure to gaseous and particle-associated organic substances in resin-based dental materials during restorative procedures.

Dental composite dust has been shown to act as a vehicle for methacrylates in vivo/in vitro. The objective of this study was to assess airborne exposure of dental personnel to gaseous and particle-associated organic constituents from resin-based dental materials in a simulated clinic. Sampling of total aerosol fractions and gaseous substances was performed by dental students carrying particle filters and gas sorbents attached to a personal pump during preclinical restorative procedures in phantom models (n = 13). Water from the phantoms was sampled. Organic substances were extracted from the sampled water, particle filters, and gas sorbents. Qualitative and quantitative analyses were performed by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (UHPLC-MS). The methacrylates 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) and triethylene glycol dimethacrylate (TEGDMA) and the additives camphorquinone (CQ), butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), and ethyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate (DMABEE), were quantified in the gas and particle fractions sampled. A positive-control experiment was conducted. No methacrylates were detected in the gas or particle fractions sampled, whereas strong signals for methacrylates were detected in the positive controls, matching the analysis of the uncured material. In addition, TEGDMA and DMABEE were quantified in the sampled water. Airborne exposure to constituents in resin-based dental materials was below the detection limit. However, the extent of exposure is probably dependent on the procedure, preventive measures, and type of materials used.

Physicomechanical and thermal analysis of bulk-fill and conventional composites.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the degree of conversion (DC) and the thermal stability of bulk-fill and conventional composite resins. Eleven composite resin samples were prepared to evaluate the DC, Vickers microhardness (VMH), mass and residue/particle loss, glass transition temperature (Tg), enthalpy, and linear coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) using infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), microdurometer analyses, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and dilatometry (DIL). The data were subjected to statistical analysis, with a significance level of 95%. DC and VMH were not influenced by the polymerized side of the sample, and statistical differences were recorded only among the materials. Decomposition temperature, melting, and mass and residue loss were dependent on the material and on the evaluation condition (polymerized and non-polymerized). Tg values were similar between the composites, without statistically significant difference, and CTE ranged from 10.5 to 37.1 (10-6/°C), with no statistical difference between the materials. There was a moderate negative correlation between CTE and the % of load particles, by weight. Most resins had a DC above that which is reported in the literature. TGA, Tg, and CTE analyses showed the thermal behavior of the evaluated composites, providing data for future research, assisting with the choice of material for direct or semidirect restorations, and helping choose the appropriate temperature for increasing the DC of such materials.

Physicomechanical and thermal analysis of bulk-fill and conventional composites

Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the degree of conversion (DC) and the thermal stability of bulk-fill and conventional composite resins. Eleven composite resin samples were prepared to evaluate the DC, Vickers microhardness (VMH), mass and residue/particle loss, glass transition temperature (Tg), enthalpy, and linear coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) using infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), microdurometer analyses, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and dilatometry (DIL). The data were subjected to statistical analysis, with a significance level of 95%. DC and VMH were not influenced by the polymerized side of the sample, and statistical differences were recorded only among the materials. Decomposition temperature, melting, and mass and residue loss were dependent on the material and on the evaluation condition (polymerized and non-polymerized). Tg values were similar between the composites, without statistically significant difference, and CTE ranged from 10.5 to 37.1 (10-6/°C), with no statistical difference between the materials. There was a moderate negative correlation between CTE and the % of load particles, by weight. Most resins had a DC above that which is reported in the literature. TGA, Tg, and CTE analyses showed the thermal behavior of the evaluated composites, providing data for future research, assisting with the choice of material for direct or semidirect restorations, and helping choose the appropriate temperature for increasing the DC of such materials.

Application of micro-solid-phase extraction for determination of released dental fillings components in artificial saliva solution.

In this work, the microextraction devices in form of sachets were prepared and used for isolation of released dental fillings components from artificial saliva solutions As sorbents mesoporous aluminosilicate and C18-bonded silica were used. Gas chromatography was used for indication of analytes in samples. The dependence of adsorption on variable factors were determined. The effect of adsorbent mass, the membrane type for µ-SPE device and time of adsorption on the efficiency of the process were examined. The dependence between the extraction recovery and the desorption solvent was also indicated. Based on calculated adsorption capacities in time of adsorption and equilibrium state the kinetic study was prepared. The validation of determination method by using of membrane-protected microextraction for sample preparation was conducted. The developed method proved to be convenient and offers good reproducibility. The detection limits of the method under optimized conditions were in the range of 0,117 µg mL-1 for camphor to 1407 µg mL-1 for 4-methoxyphenol. Two examined membrane protected sorbent were successfully applied for extraction of eluted dental ingredients.

The science and application of IPS e.Max dental ceramic.

The aim of this paper is to report the state of current literature and recommendations for the lithium disilicate glass-ceramic IPS e.Max. The materials science, mechanical and optical properties were reviewed. Additionally an assessment was conducted of current implementation recommendations and clinical outcomes. This paper provides a brief historical overview, summary of the findings the findings of current literature, and clinical recommendation for the use of IPS e.Max CAD in dental applications.

The micromorphological characterization of adhesive bond in dentin different locations.

The aim of this study was to analyse the interfacial micromorphology of total-etch adhesives and dentin structures different locations by using SEM. Standardized cylindrical cavities (3mm in diameter, 2mm deep) with all margins in dentin were prepared on occlusal and buccal surfaces of twenty extracted human third molars. A total-etch dentin adhesive system and a light-cure flowable composite (Filtek Ultimate Flowable, 3M ESPE, St. Paul, MN, USA) were used in this study. Micro-morphological SEM analysis of the marginal seal of the original tooth specimens was performed using high magnification of up to 1000×. In this study, we found the difference in interfacial micromorphology in dentin different locations. Also, marginal gap was found in both observed dentin area. Better understanding of complexity and three- dimensional variations of the tooth structure is important for prevention of clinical challenges such as postoperative sensitivity, marginal discoloration and secondary caries, which could be prevented by achieving of predictable and long-lasting adhesive bond.

Efecto de agentes blanqueadores libres de peróxido sobre el color dental. Revisión sistemática / Effect of Peroxide-Free Dental Bleaching Agents on Dental Color. Systematic Review

Antecedentes: Los agentes blanqueadores oxidantes tales como los peróxidos generan daños irreversibles en el esmalte dental y afectan químicamente el componente orgánico e inorgánico del esmalte. Se reportan en la literatura sustancias alternativas que pueden mejorar el color del esmalte, sin causarle daño. Objetivo: Identificar las sustancias blanqueadoras tipo remineralizante reportadas en la literatura y su efecto en el color del esmalte dental. Métodos: Se consultaron las bases de datos PubMed, ScienceDirect, Embase, Scielo, Lilacs y Scopus, las palabras clave empleadas para la búsqueda fueron dental enamel, tooth bleaching, bleaching, calcium phosphate, hidroxyapatite, apatite, biomimetic, biomimetics, conectadas por el operador booleano AND y OR de diferentes maneras. Los criterios de elegibilidad de los artículos que harían parte de la revisión fueron que no incluyeran peróxidos de hidrógeno y carbamida con adición fluoruros y fosfatos de calcio y adicionalmente que emplearan un método de medición de color. Resultados: El resultado de la búsqueda arrojó 7 artículos, las sustancias encontradas de tipo remineralizante fueron hidroxiapatita sintética, fosfatos de calcio y el hexametafosfato de sodio. Según los criterios de evaluación definidos solo 4 de ellos tuvieron un nivel de evidencia alto, uno nivel medio y dos bajos. Todos los estudios reportan con los tratamientos probados, la capacidad de generar cambios en el color del esmalte dental. Conclusión: Las sustancias blanqueadoras remineralizantes encontradas, tienen la capacidad de producir cambios en el color del esmalte dental, lo cual se evidencia con modificación en las diferentes escalas de medición empleadas.

Background: Oxidizing bleaching agents such as peroxides generate irreversible damage to dental enamel and chemically affect the organic and inorganic component of the enamel. Alternative substances that can improve the color of the enamel without damaging it are reported in the literature. Purpose: To identify the remineralizing bleaching substances reported in the literature and their effect on the color of the dental enamel. Methods: The databases PubMed, ScienceDirect, Embase, SciELO, Lilacs and Scopus were consulted, the keywords used for the search were dental enamel, tooth bleaching, bleaching, calcium phosphate, hydroxyapatite, apatite, biomimetic, biomimetics, connected by the Boolean operator AND and OR in different ways. The eligibility criteria of the articles that would be part of the review were not to include hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxides with addition of fluorides and calcium phosphates and additionally using a color measurement method. Results: The result of the search yielded 7 articles, the substances found of remineralizing type were synthetic hydroxyapatite, calcium phosphates and sodium hexametaphosphate. According to the evaluation criteria defined, only 4 of them had a high level of evidence, one medium level and two low. All studies report with proven treatments the ability to generate changes in tooth enamel color. Conclusions: The remineralizing whitening substances found have the ability to produce changes in the color of the dental enamel, which is evidenced with modification in the different measurement scales used.

Effect of acidic agents on the wear behavior of a polymer infiltrated ceramic network (PICN) material.

Polymer infiltrated ceramic network (PICN) materials exhibit desirable properties for replacement of tooth structure. However, their durability and their integrity in various oral environments, remain relatively unknown. The primary objective of this study is to investigate the effect of acidic agents on the wear behavior of PICNs. Twenty specimens were randomly assigned to four groups and then immersed in either deionized water (control) or acidic agents (2% acetic acid, citric acid or lactic acid solutions) at 37℃ for 4 weeks. Changes in the surface microhardness (SMH) and roughness were measured. Reciprocating wear tests were performed under artificial saliva to 10,000 cycles, and the coefficient of friction (COF) and wear depth were quantified to assess the wear behavior. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to analyze the wear morphology. Acid erosion decreased the SMH and increased surface roughness of the PICN, especially in lactic acid solution. For less than 2800 cycles, the acetic acid and citric acid groups showed higher COF and wear depths due to combined ceramic and polymer wear; the lactic acid group showed smaller COF and wear depth, due to a wear debris layer that acted as solid lubricant. Beyond 2800 cycles, all four groups exhibited similar COF values, as well as wear depth and wear morphology. Overall, acid erosion had a significant effect on the surface wear history of the PICN, but no effect on its long-term wear properties. Overall, the depth of acidic degradation of the PICN was rather limited.

Sol-gel-graphene-based fabric-phase sorptive extraction for cow and human breast milk sample cleanup for screening bisphenol A and residual dental restorative material before analysis by HPLC with diode array detection.

Fabric-phase sorptive extraction has already been recognized as a simple and green alternative to the conventional sorbent-based sorptive microextraction techniques, using hybrid organic-inorganic sorbent coatings chemically bonded to a flexible fabric surface. Herein, we have investigated the synergistic combination of the advanced material properties offered by sol-gel graphene sorbent and the simplicity of Fabric phase sorptive extraction approach in selectively extracting bisphenol A and residual monomers including bisphenol A glycerolatedimethacrylate, urethane dimethacrylate, and triethylene glycol dimethacrylate derived dental restorative materials from cow and human breast milk samples. Different coatings were evaluated. Final method development employed sol-gel graphene coated media. The main experimental parameters influencing extraction of the compounds, such as sorbent chemistry used, sample loading conditions, elution solvent, sorption stirring time, elution time, impact of protein precipitation, amount of sample, and matrix effect, were investigated and optimized. Absolute recovery values from standard solutions were 50% for bisphenol A, 78% for T triethylene glycol dimethacrylate, 110% for urethane dimethacrylate, and 103% for bisphenol A glycerolatedimethacrylate, while respective absolute recovery values from milk were 30, 52, 104, and 42%. Method validation was performed according to European Decision 657/2002/EC in terms of selectivity, sensitivity, linearity, accuracy, and precision.