Dental Materials
The versatility of flowable composites. Part 2: clinical uses
Matheel AL-RawasDifferent clinical situations demand specific materials to produce the desired results. Versatile materials, such as flowable composites with their various types, can offer easy application and...
The versatility of flowable composites. Part 1: theory and new classification
Matheel AL-RawasAn FC typically consists of three primary substances: monomers; fillers; and a coupling agent.8 The physical and mechanical properties of an FC vary based on the type, size, shape, loading, porosity...
Calcium silicate materials in endodontics
Arindam DuttaThe first member of the calcium silicate family of materials to be introduced for endodontic use was Mineral Trioxide Aggregate. This is composed of Portland cement, with 4:1 addition of bismuth oxide...
Self-adhesive resin cements: a new perspective in luting technology
Sumit MakkarSelf-adhesive resin cements are based on filled polymers designed to adhere to tooth structure without the requirement of a separate adhesive or etchant. A variety of self-adhesive products are...
How well are gic product labels related to current systematic review evidence?
Steffen MickenautschIn order to identify as many systematic reviews as possible the following search strategy was used:.
Contemporary adhesive bonding: bridging the gap between research and clinical practice
DJB GreenA common classification of dentine bonding agents is by way of describing their chemical composition through their generations of scientific research and development. This can be confusing as the...