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EAER: An alternative and effective remineralization method
Get PDFThis article describes with the newer technologies that are used in the remineralization procedure of tooth thus avoiding usage of drills on the tooth structure and preserving the enamel as a whole. A number of finer and newer technologies are being developed so that procedures can be more friendly and acceptable to both the dentist as well as the patient, these newer strategies are also concerned in preserving the tooth structure as a whole without the introduction off any foreign material, thus increasing the life as well as the strength of the tooth structure. This paper deals with the various newer strategies in brief and in detailed about the electrically driven technique named EAER
Advances in alginate impression materials: a review
Get PDFAlginate is an elastic irreversible hydrocolloid which has various applications in dentistry. The applications of alginates include making impressions of edentulous and partially edentulous arches, duplication of casts, and for making study models. Alginates possesses numerous vital properties such as hydrophilicity, ability to record finer details, elastic recovery and inexpensive; makes this material widely used in dentistry. Though alginate is the most commonly used impression material, it has some inherent disadvantages. Alginates contain low-density fine filler particles, which may arise in the form of dust and inhalation these dust particles may cause respiratory problems. Further, they are highly dimensionally unstable due to syneresis & imbibition. Besides, alginates do not adhere to non-perforated trays, low viscosity resulting in gag reflex in some patients, and the inability to identify the correct consistency to load. Several modifications were made in the composition of conventional alginates to address their shortcomings. This article reviewed various recent advances in the alginate impression materials and their performance
Corrosion in Titanium dental implants – a review
Get PDFTitanium (Ti) is the most widely used biomaterial for dental implants as it exhibits excellent mechanical properties and biocompatibility. The biocompatibility of titanium is related to thin, protective surface titanium dioxide (TiO2) layer, which forms a boundary at the implant-biological medium interface, reducing its reactivity with the surrounding biological environment and prevents corrosion. However, the metallic materials used as implants are susceptible to corrosion due to variations in the internal electrolyte environment. The surface oxide layer can be destroyed during insertion of implant or micro-motion between implant and bone under loading conditions. The localized destruction causes corrosion of the implant and induces leak of metallic particles or ions into surrounding tissues. The presence of metallic particles in peri-implant soft and hard tissues may be due to frictional wear or corrosion, or simultaneous occurrence wear and corrosion which is known as tribocorrosion. The released metal ions may remain in the intercellular spaces near the site where they were released or may be taken up by macrophages, or they can migrate systemically. This review article highlights various aspects of corrosion, biological response to corrosion products and prevention of corrosion of titanium dental implants
Editorial
Get PDFSeasonal greetings to all
It gives me immense pleasure to announce the first issue of International Journal of Dental Materials (IJDM), an open access peer reviewed journal. The aim of this journal is to provide a platform for the researchers from various disciplines to showcase the findings of research on dental materials. Though we find innumerable journals for materials science, there are very few journals dedicated to dental materials. The advancements in the multidisciplinary specialty of dental materials are rapidly progressing with the introductions of new materials and techniques in different areas of dentistry at a rapid pace. A good quality evidence-based research governs the success of innovations in Dental Materials Science and IJDM will strive to support such practices by facilitating free and open access to the literature of researchers, academicians and clinicians in this field.
IJDM invites manuscripts from various dental specialties that focus on the aim and scope of the journal. Our goal is to encourage international collaboration among researchers to submit genuine and pioneering research articles for publication. In addition, we also promote, explore and propagate the concepts of young researchers by publishing their research.
IJDM was initiated to recognize scientists in the field of Dental Materials Science and to share their findings with the broader scientific community. Our editorial team is committed to get the journal indexed in various indexing databases and therefore achieve global recognition by selectively publishing high quality journal articles.
At the outset, I value your exceptional contributions for empowering knowledge in the field of Dental Material Science. I strongly believe that potential research contributions will be advantageous to those working in this field and I confidently trust that this will enhance the quality of our Journal. Furthermore, they also offer budding investigators with the ambition to explicate their concepts in emerging fields.
My special thanks to the authors for their contribution and also our editorial board members, reviewers for their timely response and cooperation to release the first issue of IJDM. I am confident that IJDM will reach to the best position in its field with your enormous support and research contributions.
Rama Krishna Alla
Editor-in-chief
International Journal of Dental Material
Disinfection of impression materials: A comprehensive review of disinfection methods
Get PDFImpression making is one of the most common procedures that are performed by dentists in day-to-day practice. These impressions can act as vehicles of transmission and carry various types of microorganisms, which further cause diseases like Hepatitis B, C, HIV, Tuberculosis etc. This contamination and cross contamination of microorganisms can be prevented by disinfecting the impressions immediately after removing from the mouth and label them as disinfected. Usually the impressions are placed under running water to remove saliva and blood, but this will eliminate the disease-causing microorganisms, so a standard protocol to disinfect the impressions and casts should be known to dentists and dental personnel. Various methods of impression disinfection like chemical disinfection, Microwave, Autoclave, Ultraviolet radiation have been described in literature having their own advantages, disadvantages and effects on impression material and casts. Recently antimicrobials and nanoparticles have been incorporated into the impression material itself to make it self- disinfecting. This will not only disinfect the impression material from inside but also disinfect the impressions from the time it is inserted in patient’s mouth. A broad search on the literature available was performed to provide knowledge about mechanism of action, concentration of usage along with commercial preparations available of different disinfectants. This review article will enhance the knowledge and improve the behavior of dental health care workers about impression disinfection
The amazing spectrum of light – LASER
Get PDF“In right light at right time everything is extraordinary”- says Aaron Rose. This is very true with respect to lasers. Discovery of lasers from the spectrum of light has revolutionized the technology in many fields. The word “LASER” means Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. They offer many useful clinical applications for general dentists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. There are many clinical, aesthetic, and psychological reasons to use lasers. Herein we present a brief overview of “THE AMAZING SPECTRUM OF LIGHT