Objective. The aim was to evaluate the flexural strength, flexural modulus, microhardness,
Weibull modulus, and characteristic strength of six resin composite blocks (Grandio Blocs …

Statement of problem Computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-
CAM) materials are available for different types of restorations. However, the longevity of the …

The field of dentistry is consistently innovating with the introduction of novel hybrid and
polymer materials for computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM). It is …

Background Miswak is a form of chewing stick used to clean teeth in different parts of the
world, including Saudi Arabia. We present a description of the effects of miswak derivatives …

The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of differences in axial thickness
and type of cement on fracture load in CAD/CAM crowns. Assuming the mandibular first …

Aim: To compare the fracture resistance of anterior teeth restored with either glass fiber post
(GFP) and conventional lithium disilicate (LDS) crowns or endocrowns made of LDS or …

Background polymer infiltrated ceramic network is hybrid dental ceramic that mimic the
properties of tooth structures, unfortunately commercially available PICN still present …

Background The study aimed to assess effect of smokeless tobacco (ST) immersion with
thermocycling (TC) on color of Vita Classical shade-guide, surface roughness (Ra) and …

Background: Metal ceramic restoration (MCR) is a gold standard due to its ability to
withstand masticatory forces and aesthetics. However, it frequently appears to experience a …

Typically, prosthodontists adjust ceramic restorations glazed surface by grinding prior to
insertion. Such alterations of surfaces are necessary for the correction of occlusal …