In this work, the effect of the exposure to acids that are usually present in the mouth environment on the tribological behavior of restorative dental microcomposites is evaluated. A commercial microcomposite widely used in dentistry (Filtek Z250) and a strong and a week acid that are part of the mouth environment (hydrochloric and lactic acid, respectively) were chosen for the study. Samples of the microcompos...
The present study conceptualized, implemented, and evaluated a specific program, the Live Science program. This program integrated 2 distinct but complementary approaches: participants’ immersion in real science contexts and the participation of future teachers in seminars intended to share the immersion experience and to reflect on nature of science (NOS). Four future teachers participated in the Live Science ...
"Introduction: In aesthetic rehabilitations, we must take into account the primary and secondary optical properties. Objectives: To evaluate the emission intensity of fluorescence between resin cement and glass-ceramic. Materials and Methods: two self-adhesive resin cements were used, as well as glass ceramic discs and composite resin. The ceramic cylinders were cut with a thickness of 1 and 0.5 millimeters and...
"Dental impressions play a key role in clinical practice, and it is crucial to know the impact of disinfection or sterilization on it. The success of oral rehabilitation depends on the accuracy and reproducibility of the oral impressions [1,2,3]. The addition silicones and polyethers tend to be used most frequently for its physical and mechanical properties, such as dimensional stability [1,4,5]."
Introdução: O sucesso da reabilitação oral depende da precisão e da reprodutibilidade das impressões. Objetivo: Estudar as alterações dimensionais de um poliéter e silicone de adição submetidos a desinfeção e esterilização após um longo período de armazenamento.