Dentistry. Artificial teeth for dental prostheses

2017 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Prostheses ◽  
Artificial Teeth

scholarly journals Prosthodontic Applications of Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA): An Update

Polymers ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. 2299 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Sohail Zafar
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Polymethyl Methacrylate ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Mechanical Reinforcement ◽  
Occlusal Splints ◽  
Dental Prostheses ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Dental Applications ◽  
Artificial Teeth ◽  
Orthodontic Retainers

A wide range of polymers are commonly used for various applications in prosthodontics. Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) is commonly used for prosthetic dental applications, including the fabrication of artificial teeth, denture bases, dentures, obturators, orthodontic retainers, temporary or provisional crowns, and for the repair of dental prostheses. Additional dental applications of PMMA include occlusal splints, printed or milled casts, dies for treatment planning, and the embedding of tooth specimens for research purposes. The unique properties of PMMA, such as its low density, aesthetics, cost-effectiveness, ease of manipulation, and tailorable physical and mechanical properties, make it a suitable and popular biomaterial for these dental applications. To further improve the properties (thermal properties, water sorption, solubility, impact strength, flexural strength) of PMMA, several chemical modifications and mechanical reinforcement techniques using various types of fibers, nanoparticles, and nanotubes have been reported recently. The present article comprehensively reviews various aspects and properties of PMMA biomaterials, mainly for prosthodontic applications. In addition, recent updates and modifications to enhance the physical and mechanical properties of PMMA are also discussed.

scholarly journals Numerical Analysis of the Bond Strength between Two Methacrylic Polymers by Surface Modification

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (14) ◽  
pp. 3927
Author(s):  
Joanna Taczała ◽  
Katarzyna Rak ◽  
Jacek Sawicki ◽  
Michał Krasowski
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Bond Strength ◽  
Angular Position ◽  
Fem Analysis ◽  
Groove Depth ◽  
Chemical Reagent ◽  
Shear Process ◽  
3D Geometry ◽  
The Right ◽  
Artificial Teeth

The creation of acrylic dentures involves many stages. One of them is to prepare the surfaces of artificial teeth for connection with the denture plates. The teeth could be rubbed with a chemical reagent, the surface could be developed, or retention hooks could be created. Preparation of the surface is used to improve the bond between the teeth and the plate. Choosing the right combination affects the length of denture use. This work focuses on a numerical analysis of grooving. The purpose of this article is to select the shape and size of the grooves that would most affect the quality of the bond strength. Two types of grooves in different dimensional configurations were analyzed. The variables were groove depth and width, and the distance between the grooves. Finally, 24 configurations were obtained. Models were analyzed in terms of their angular position to the loading force. Finite element method (FEM) analysis was performed on the 3D geometry created, which consisted of two polymer bodies under the shear process. The smallest values of the stresses and strains were characterized by a sample with parallel grooves with the grooving dimensions width 0.20 mm, thickness 0.10 mm, and distance between the grooves 5.00 mm, placed at an angle of 90°. The best dimensions from the parallel (III) and cross (#) grooves were compared experimentally. Specimens with grooving III were not damaged in the shear test. The research shows that the shape of the groove affects the distribution of stresses and strains. Combining the selected method with an adequately selected chemical reagent can significantly increase the strength of the connection.

Influence of Heat Treatment on Dental Prostheses Produced by Additive Technology

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Viktoria Rajt'ukova ◽  
Lubos Chromy ◽  
Alena Findrik Balogova ◽  
Gabriela Izarikova ◽  
Andrea Sincak Konecna ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heat Treatment ◽  
Additive Technology ◽  
Dental Prostheses

scholarly journals Inlay-Retained Dental Bridges—A Finite Element Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 3770
Author(s):  
Monica Tatarciuc ◽  
George Alexandru Maftei ◽  
Anca Vitalariu ◽  
Ionut Luchian ◽  
Ioana Martu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Young Patients ◽  
Maximum Pressure ◽  
Class Iii ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Dental Prostheses ◽  
Abutment Teeth ◽  
Fixed Dental Prostheses ◽  
Implant Therapy ◽  
The Stability

Inlay-retained dental bridges can be a viable minimally invasive alternative when patients reject the idea of implant therapy or conventional retained full-coverage fixed dental prostheses, which require more tooth preparation. Inlay-retained dental bridges are indicated in patients with good oral hygiene, low susceptibility to caries, and a minimum coronal tooth height of 5 mm. The present study aims to evaluate, through the finite element method (FEM), the stability of these types of dental bridges and the stresses on the supporting teeth, under the action of masticatory forces. The analysis revealed the distribution of the load on the bridge elements and on the retainers, highlighting the areas of maximum pressure. The results of our study demonstrate that the stress determined by the loading force cannot cause damage to the prosthetic device or to abutment teeth. Thus, it can be considered an optimal economical solution for treating class III Kennedy edentation in young patients or as a provisional pre-implant rehabilitation option. However, special attention must be paid to its design, especially in the connection area between the bridge elements, because the connectors and the retainers represent the weakest parts.

Feasibility of 3D printed Co–Cr alloy for dental prostheses applications

2021 ◽  
Vol 862 ◽  
pp. 158171
Author(s):  
Anna Gabriella Camacho Presotto ◽  
Jairo Matozinho Cordeiro ◽  
João Gabriel Camacho Presotto ◽  
Elidiane Cipriano Rangel ◽  
Nilson Cristino da Cruz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Prostheses ◽  
3D Printed
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