Abstract Objective: The objective of this study was to assess the shear bond strength (SBS) of orthodontic brackets bonded to uncut enamel with universal self-etch
Main Content Bioactive Materials in Dentistry As we all know, the traditional materials commonly used in dentistry are passive and inert, i.e. they exhibit little
Abstract Purpose: The hydrophilicity of some elastomeric impression materials has not been fully established. The purpose of this study was to measure and compare the
Abstract The use of resin composites and adhesives in dental restorations is ubiquitous. However, the longevity of resin composites is less than that of comparable
Sagemax Bioceramics, a manufacturer of zirconium oxide for the dental laboratory industry, has been acquired by Ivoclar Vivadent. Founded by Larry Dang in 2006, Sagemax
Abstract Traditionally, periodontal hand instruments are honed or sharpened during patient care as they dull easily during contact with enamel, calculus and cementum. This approach
GuttaCore is a new cross-linked gutta-percha carrier. Its handling time and ease of removal were compared with those of a plastic carrier (Thermafil) and the
Body Abstract Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) is based on ordinary Portland cement (with added radiopaque agents) and, thus, shares many of its features. Although
Body Abstract A woman undergoing orthodontic treatment presented with recession and reduced keratinized gingiva on teeth 31 and 41. The patient declined creation of
Body Abstract Silorane-based composite resin requires a specific adhesive system: a 2-step self-etching adhesive. Clinical protocols are well established and are based on the
Body Download PDF Abstract Objective: This study was undertaken to determine the effect of temperature on the microhardness and viscosity of 4 resin composite
Body Canadians are not exposing themselves to unsafe levels of mercury due to their dental amalgam restorations, according to a study1 published in BMC Oral
