Resin composites are widely used in esthetic restorative dentistry. Since their introduction in
the mid-1960s, these composites made steady gains in popularity. Their increased use is …

Background Clinical failure of dental ceramics is usually reported as partial fracture of the
restoration (chip**) or as catastrophic fracture of the whole structure. In contrast to metals …

Objectives For posterior partial restorations an overlap of indication exists where either
ceramic or resin-based composite materials can be successfully applied. The aim of this …

Dental composite and ceramic restorative materials are designed to closely mimic the
aesthetics and function of natural tooth tissue, and their longevity in the oral environment …

The design of clinical trials allows for limited insights into the fatigue processes occurring in
resin composites and the factors involved therein. In vitro studies, in contrast, can …

Tooth fracture is a major concern in the field of restorative dentistry. However, knowledge of
the causes for tooth fracture has developed from contributions that are largely based within …

Objectives Bioactive glass (BAG) is known to possess antimicrobial properties and release
ions needed for remineralization of tooth tissue, and therefore may be a strategic additive for …

Objective The aim of the present study was to assess the effect of water storage on the quasi-
static properties and cyclic fatigue behavior of four contemporary CAD/CAM resin composite …

Background An important tool in materials research, development and characterization
regarding mechanical performance is the testing of fracture toughness. A high level of …

Purpose This study evaluated the effect of thermocycling and three different surface finishing
protocols on the flexural strength and surface hardness of a novel photopolymer intended for …