Article
Chemistry, Physical
Emine Atasayar, Nuran Ulusoy
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of a blocker on color matching of different shaded composite systems on natural teeth. Restorations using multi-shaded, single-shaded, and group-shaded resin composites were applied to prepared cavities on anterior teeth. The application of the blocker had minimal impact on color matching, except in visual evaluations by dentists. Therefore, the blocker may be used in dentin shade in 2 mm deep cavities of anterior teeth.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Eman M. AlHamdan, Amr Bashiri, Faisal Alnashmi, Samar Al-Saleh, Khalid Al-shahrani, Saad Al-shahrani, Abdullah Alsharani, Khaled M. Alzahrani, Firas K. Alqarawi, Fahim Vohra, Tariq Abduljabbar
Summary: The study found that the conventional resin composite outperformed the single-shade resin composite (OM) in terms of color matching and stability. The color matching ability of the OM resin composite was influenced by tooth color, while its color stability depended on the staining medium. The OM composite showed compromised color stability compared to the conventional resin composite in cola, but comparable color stability in coffee.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Pablo Machado Soares, Gabriel Kalil Rocha Pereira, Atais Bacchi
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the masking ability of resin composite layering on discolored substrates with monolithic ceramics. The experiment found that different types and thicknesses of ceramics, as well as the layering of different materials, could effectively mask the discoloration of the substrates. Rating: 8 out of 10.
JOURNAL OF ESTHETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
(2023)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Sevil Gurgan, Uzay Koc Vural, Ivana Miletic
Summary: The study evaluated the surface roughness, microhardness, color change, and translucency of different universal composite resins, finding significant differences in their properties. The mechanical and optical properties varied among the universal composite resins with different compositions.
MICROSCOPY RESEARCH AND TECHNIQUE
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jiakang Zhu, Siyang Chen, Annikaer Anniwaer, Yue Xu, Cui Huang
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of background color and restoration depth on the color adjustment potential of a new single-shade resin composite compared to multi-shade resin composites. The results showed that the color adjustment potential depended on the type of resin composite, background color, and restoration depth, highlighting the importance of shade selection. Charisma Diamond One exhibited the highest color adjustment potential and the most pronounced color shifting.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Francesca Cinelli, Daniele Scaminaci Russo, Michele Nieri, Luca Giachetti
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the degree of pigment penetration within composite resins to improve color stability. The results showed significant differences in penetration depth between the nano-filled and non-homogeneous micro-hybrid composites. Furthermore, the resin materials treated with pigments exhibited different patterns of color variation.
Article
Polymer Science
Md Sofiqul Islam, Mohannad Nassar, Mohamed Ahmed Elsayed, Dania Burhan Jameel, Thana Tariq Ahmad, Muhammed Mustahsen Rahman
Summary: The aim of this study was to compare the physical and optical stability of resin composite materials with different filler characteristics. It was found that the microhardness, water sorption, and solubility varied significantly among the tested groups. The optical stability was also affected after staining and aging challenges. Clinicians should consider the filler characteristics when choosing resin composites.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Satoshi Yamaguchi, Oguzcan Karaer, Chunwoo Lee, Takahiko Sakai, Satoshi Imazato
Summary: The study evaluated the optical properties of supra-nano spherical fillers with different diameters and the color matching ability of resin composites. Results showed that both 150-nm and 260-nm nano fillers had uniform spherical shape and produced structural colors close to blue and yellow. The experimental RC could reflect base RC colors via the matrix resin, suggesting its ability to enhance color matching effects.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Ozay Onoral, Burcu Gunal-Abduljalil, Salim Ongun
Summary: This study investigated the impact of different shades of composite resin foundation and cement on the optical behavior of three different resin-matrix ceramics. Results showed that color differences in certain groups were perceptible but clinically acceptable, indicating that the shade of the foundation and cement can influence the color match of restorations.
JOURNAL OF PROSTHETIC DENTISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Corina Mirela Prodan, Cristina Gasparik, Javier Ruiz-Lopez, Diana Dudea
Summary: This study investigated the effect of repeated pre-polymerization heating on the color and translucency of a one-shaded resin-based composite and its color stability. Samples were fabricated and subjected to different heating cycles before polymerization. Results showed that heating cycles significantly influenced the color coordinates, whiteness, and translucency of the composite. However, the color changes after staining were clinically unacceptable regardless of the number of heating cycles.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jose Bauer, Ruan Pinto Mendes, Rayssa Cavaleiro de Macedo, Edilausson Moreno Carvalho, Leonardo Lopes, Renata Grazziotin-Soares, Darlon Martins Lima, Barbara Costa Oliveira
Summary: The study investigated the impact of different modeling techniques on the physicochemical and esthetic properties of composite resin. Results showed that using adhesive as a modeling liquid improved the physical/mechanical properties of the composite resin and protected it from sorption and solubility effects.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fei Chen, Di Wu, Rafiqul Islam, Yu Toida, Chiharu Kawamoto, Monica Yamauti, Hidehiko Sano
Summary: This study evaluated the color matching, light transmittance, and reflectance characteristics of the novel flowable resin composite OCF. The results showed that OCF had better color matching, higher light transmittance, and relatively stable reflectance curve in A2 and A3 shades.
Article
Polymer Science
Yunpeng Liu, Wanxian Wang, Hechen Liu, Mingjia Zhang, Jie Liu, Junwei Qi
Summary: By blending alicyclic epoxy resin with bisphenol A epoxy resin, the salt corrosion resistance of the blend resin was enhanced, showing great potential for application.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Fei Chen, Yu Toida, Rafiqul Islam, Arefin Alam, Abu Faem Mohammad Almas Chowdhury, Monica Yamauti, Hidehiko Sano
Summary: This study evaluated the shade matching ability of a novel supra-nano filled esthetic resin composite using structural color technology in simplified simulated clinical cavities. The results showed that the supra-nano filled resin composite had lower color differences in A2, A3, and A4 shades compared to other types of filled resin composites. The use of spherical supra-nano filler particles contributed most to shade matching by stimulating structural color, suggesting potential benefits of structural color technology for shade matching in resin composites.
JOURNAL OF ESTHETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Caio Felipe Almeida Nobre, Victor Pinheiro Feitosa, Bruna Marin Fronza, Aila Maria Cipriano Leal, Mateus Garcia Rocha, Jean-Francois Roulet, Mario Alexandre Coelho Sinhoreti
Summary: The study evaluated the effect of tris(trimethylsilyl)silane (TTMSS) associated with diphenyl iodonium hexafluorophosphate (DPIHP) on the properties of resin-based composites (RBCs). TTMSS was found to have no effect on the degree of conversion, rate of polymerization, and mechanical properties of the RBCs. However, when used in combination with DPIHP, TTMSS significantly improved the degree of conversion, maximum rate of polymerization, and mechanical properties of the tested RBCs.
JOURNAL OF THE MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Pablo J. Atria, Dimorvan Bordin, Felipe Marti, Vasudev Vivekanand Nayak, Julian Conejo, Ernesto Benalcazar Jalkh, Lukasz Witek, Camila S. Sampaio
Summary: This study characterized the properties of four resin materials and evaluated their suitability for clinical temporary restorations. The results suggest that commercially available resins can be used for temporary restorations in specific conditions, while new materials designed for long-term use show superior mechanical properties.
JOURNAL OF ESTHETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Everardo N. S. de Araujo-Junior, Edmara T. P. Bergamo, Tiago M. C. Bastos, Ernesto B. Benalcazar Jalkh, Adolfo C. O. Lopes, Kelli N. Monteiro, Paulo F. Cesar, Fernanda C. Tognolo, Rafael Migliati, Ricardo Tanaka, Estevam A. Bonfante
Summary: By evaluating the effect of ceramic processing and aging method on ultra-translucent zirconia, it was found that both in-house and commercial 5Y-PSZs showed high aging resistance and translucency stability, as well as good mechanical properties. The study suggests that these materials are suitable for short-span anterior prostheses.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Joao Ricardo Almeida Grossi, Tatiana Miranda Deliberador, Allan Fernando Giovanini, Joao Cesar Zielak, Aline Monise Sebstiani, Carla Castiglia Gonzaga, Paulo G. Coelho, Andre Luis Zetola, Fernando P. Weiss, Ernesto B. Benalcazar Jalkh, Carmen Lucia Mueller Storrer, Lukasz Witek
Summary: The present study evaluated the effect of directly administering parathormone (PTH) to the surface of implants prior to insertion using a large animal model. The results showed that the local application of different concentrations of PTH on the titanium implant's surface did not influence osseointegration at any time point evaluation in low-density bone.
JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS RESEARCH PART B-APPLIED BIOMATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Ernesto B. Benalcazar-Jalkh, Vasudev Vivekanand Nayak, Christina Gory, Andres Marquez-Guzman, Edmara T. P. Bergamo, Nick Tovar, Paulo G. Coelho, Estevam A. Bonfante, Lukasz Witek
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of two implant designs with different thread profiles on osseointegration parameters. The results showed no significant differences in terms of bone to implant contact and bone area fraction occupancy within implant threads between the two designs at both 3-week and 6-week healing intervals. It was concluded that both thread profiles had equivalent potential for successful osseointegration, with the D2 design providing better mechanical stability upon placement.
MEDICINA ORAL PATOLOGIA ORAL Y CIRUGIA BUCAL
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Yutaro Nakase, Satoshi Yamaguchi, Ernesto B. Benalcazar Jalkh, Pablo J. Atria, Lukasz Witek, Estevam A. Bonfante, Hefei Li, Takahiko Sakai, Rena Okawa, Kazuhiko Nakano, Satoshi Imazato
Summary: By comparing experimental CAD/CAM resin composite (RC) with commercially available CAD/CAM RC, the reliability, maximum principal stress, shear stress, and crack initiation were evaluated. The experimental CAD/CAM RC showed better fracture loads and reliability, suggesting its clinical usefulness for the restoration of primary molars.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Maria Jesus Pacheco-Vergara, Ernesto Byron Benalcazar-Jalkh, Vasudev V. Nayak, Edmara T. P. Bergamo, Bruce Cronstein, Andre Luis Zetola, Fernando Pessoa Weiss, Joao Ricardo Almeida Grossi, Tatiana Miranda Deliberador, Paulo G. Coelho, Lukasz Witek
Summary: The present study evaluated the effect of dipyridamole on the osseointegration of titanium implants in a large preclinical model. The results showed that dipyridamole had a positive effect on the early stages of osseointegration.
JOURNAL OF FUNCTIONAL BIOMATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Mariana M. T. Piza, Edmara T. P. Bergamo, Tiago M. B. Campos, Laura F. Carvalho, Celso A. Goulart, Eliezer Gutierres, Adolfo C. O. Lopes, Ernesto B. Benalcazar Jalkh, Estevam A. Bonfante
Summary: This study investigates the crystalline phases, microstructure, residual stress, mechanical and optical properties of an alumina-toughened zirconia (ATZ) nanocomposite before and after two different aging methods. The results show that higher phase transformation is observed after aging in a hydrothermal reactor. The optical properties remain unchanged after aging. The aging process increases the characteristic strength of the nanocomposite, but also makes it susceptible to hydrothermal degradation.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Ernesto B. Benalcazar Jalkh, Ilana S. Ramalho, Edmara T. P. Bergamo, Larissa M. M. Alves, Ricardo Tanaka, Lukasz Witek, Paulo G. Coelho, Ronaldo Hirata, Estevam A. Bonfante
Summary: This study evaluated the reliability and failure modes of ultrathin (0.5 mm) lithium disilicate and ultra-translucent zirconia crowns for posterior teeth restorations. The results showed that the 0.5 mm lithium disilicate crowns had higher reliability under functional loads. Clinical Significance: Ultrathin lithium disilicate and zirconia crowns of 0.5 mm thickness may be indicated in anterior restorations and pre-molars. The indication of these crowns in high-load bearing regions must be carefully evaluated. Evaluation: 6/10.
JOURNAL OF ESTHETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Larissa M. M. Alves, Tiago M. B. Campos, Edmara T. P. Bergamo, Ernesto B. Benalcazar Jalkh, Petra C. Gierthmuehlen, Irena Sailer, Gilmar P. Thim, Henrico B. Strazzi-Sahyon, Marcos Celestrino, Carolina C. L. Guimaraes, Estevam A. Bonfante
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of different hydrofluoric acid concentrations and etching times on the surface characteristics of lithium disilicate. The results showed that hydrofluoric acid concentration and etching time had significant effects on surface roughness and material thickness removal. Among the materials tested, LiSi Press exhibited higher resistance to hydrofluoric acid etching.
JOURNAL OF ESTHETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Eliezer Gutierres, Edmara Tatiely Pedroso Bergamo, Laura Firmo Carvalho, Paulo G. Coelho, Tiago Moreira Bastos Campos, Mariana Miranda de Toledo Piza, Adolfo Coelho de Oliveira Lopes, Ernesto Byron Benalcazar Jalkh, Estevam Augusto Bonfante
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the likelihood of survival and failure modes of extra-narrow implant systems with the same prosthetic components as standard-diameter implants. The results showed that using standardized prosthetic components for extra-narrow implants has a high probability of survival and a high characteristic strength, with failure modes restricted to the abutment. Therefore, this method can be a viable option for replacing anterior teeth.
JOURNAL OF THE MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Ernesto B. Benalcazar-Jalkh, Laura F. de Carvalho, Larissa M. M. Alves, Tiago M. B. Campos, Edisa de Oliveira Sousa, Edmara T. P. Bergamo, Paulo G. Coelho, Petra C. Gierthmuehlen, Frank A. Spitznagel, Abbas Zahoui, Estevam A. Bonfante
Summary: The reliability and failure modes of Ti-base abutments supported by narrow and wide-diameter implant systems were assessed. The study found that both narrow and wide implant systems exhibited high reliability for physiologic masticatory forces, with wide-diameter implants showing increased reliability for high load-bearing applications. The predominant failure mode involved abutment fractures.
Review
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Blaire V. Slavin, Quinn T. Ehlen, Joseph P. Costello, Vasudev Vivekanand Nayak, Estavam A. Bonfante, Ernesto B. Benalcazar Jalkh, Christopher M. Runyan, Lukasz Witek, Paulo G. Coelho
Summary: The field of cranio-maxillofacial (CMF) surgery is complex, and computer-aided design (CAD) and additive manufacturing (AM) offer opportunities for repairing CMF defects through 3D printed scaffolds and fixation devices. In vitro and in vivo studies are ongoing to optimize the design and composition of these scaffolds to promote bone regeneration. 3D printed anatomical models and surgical guides also have benefits for preoperative and intraoperative use. Extensive research, manufacturing capabilities, and regulatory oversight are required for the creation and implementation of these devices.
ACS BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Ernesto Byron Benalcazar-Jalkh, Verena Souza Cunha, Edmara Tatiely Pedroso Bergamo, Larissa Marcia Martins Alves, Raphaelle Santos de Monteiro-Sousa, Tiago Moreira Bastos Campos, Ricardo Tanaka, Giovana de Assis Marcolino, Felipe Machado de Souza, Estevam Augusto Bonfante
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of two finishing techniques, glazing and polishing, on the biaxial-flexural-strength of zirconia-reinforced lithium silicate ceramic (ZLS). Glazed specimens showed the highest strength, while polishing increased the structural reliability. Both techniques reduced surface roughness.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Gene Park, Ernesto B. Benalcazar Jalkh, Daniel Boczar, Edmara T. P. Bergamo, Heoijin Kim, Gregory Kurgansky, Andrea Torroni, Luiz F. Gil, Estevam A. Bonfante, Paulo G. Coelho, Lukasz Witek
Summary: In this in vivo canine study, the effects of leucocyte-platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF) for alveolar ridge preservation were evaluated. The results showed that L-PRF alone can promote alveolar socket regeneration, suggesting its potential application.
MEDICINA ORAL PATOLOGIA ORAL Y CIRUGIA BUCAL
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Joao Ricardo Almeida Grossi, Marcelo Parra, Ernesto B. Benalcazar-Jalkh, Allan Fernando Giovanini, Joao Cesar Zielak, Aline Monise Sebstiani, Carla Castiglia Gonzaga, Paulo G. Coelho, Lukasz Witek, Tatiana Miranda Deliberador
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of different concentrations of growth hormone (GH) on the early stages of osseointegration of endosteal implants. The results showed that a single local application of GH to the surface of titanium implants did not improve implant osseointegration, regardless of healing time.
MEDICINA ORAL PATOLOGIA ORAL Y CIRUGIA BUCAL
(2022)