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Biomaterials | 2002

Water absorption characteristics of dental composites incorporating hydroxyapatite filler

C. Santos; Richard L. Clarke; M. Braden; F Guitian; K.W.M. Davy

Water uptake characteristics of BisGMA-based composites incorporating untreated and surface-treated hydroxyapatite (HA) with a silane coupling agent have been investigated. The water absorption and desorption behaviour of these composites obeyed the classical diffusion theory. The diffusion coefficients of the composites during first absorption were very similar to that for the base resin, suggesting that the water uptake process occur mainly in the resin matrix. The incorporation of HA reduced the water uptake of the base resin and lower uptake was found for those formulated with surface-treated HA. It was also observed that the equilibrium uptake decreased with increasing filler loading. However, the filled specimens had a higher water absorption than which would be expected on the basis of the resin content. This increase in the water uptake was largely due to the presence of porosity and filler particle aggregates in the microstructure of composites, although the adsorption of some water onto the filler surface has not been ruled out. The experimental composites showed higher solubilities than that obtained for the base resin.


Biomaterials | 2000

Photocurable epoxy-polyol matrices for use in dental composites I

D.A Tilbrook; Richard L. Clarke; N.E Howle; M. Braden

There is a need for low shrinkage visible-light cure resins to replace the dimethacrylate polymers used in dental composites. Cycloaliphatic epoxy resins formulated with polyol network extenders have been considered as potential candidates to address this need. This paper presents basic materials characterisation to underpin the selection of epoxy-polyol matrices cured with cationic onium/camphorquinone initiators. The study investigates the effect of choice of polyol and the ratio of epoxy groups to polyol groups in the matrix (R). The limitations of some analytical methods are also discussed. Epoxy-polyols are shown to have significant advantages over dimethacrylates for dental as they exhibit: lower polymer shrinkage, no oxygen inhibition layer, higher strength, equivalent hardness and acceptable glass transition temperatures (by DMA). However, the mass increase of the epoxy-polyols materials in water at 37 degrees C is almost double that of the conventional dimethacrylate matrices and cracking was observed in some samples during hydration. It is demonstrated that this can be avoided by careful selection of the formulation parameters. The paper concludes that R should be selected to lie between the limits of 4 and 8 to ensure the matrix has a balance of acceptable properties. The reduction of the water-uptake of epoxy-polyol matrices remains an important target and will be addressed through further research.


Journal of Dentistry | 1999

The biaxial flexural strength of two pressable ceramic systems

Michael J. Cattell; Jonathan C. Knowles; Richard L. Clarke; E Lynch

The biaxial flexural strength of Optimal pressable ceramics and IPS Empress pressable ceramics were tested, compared and the micro-structures and compositions explored. The materials evaluated were Optimal shaded (Opcs) and unshaded (Opcus) ceramics and IPS Empress shaded (Ems) and unshaded (Emus) ceramics. Twenty-one disc specimens per material were prepared, heat-treated and tested. The piston on three-ball test ASTM F394-78 (1991) was used to test the specimens in a universal testing machine at a crosshead speed of 0.15 mm/min. Specimens were viewed in a scanning electron microscope and X-ray diffraction used to determine the phases present. Mean strengths (MPa +/- SD) were: Ems 120.1 +/- 20.5, Emus 135.8 +/- 16.0, Opcs 139.1 +/- 14.3 and Opcus 138.0 +/- 11.5. There was no statistically significant difference between Optimal shaded, Optimal unshaded and Empress unshaded strength values (p > 0.05). Empress shaded strength values were significantly lower than the other materials tested (p < 0.05). Weibull analysis provided m values: Ems 6.1, Emus 10.2, Opcs 12.8 and Opcus 13.9 and 1% and 5% probabilities of failure. Secondary electron imaging revealed a dense dispersal of leucite crystals in the glassy matrix of the Optimal ceramics of an average size 5.5 +/- 9.7 micron 2 for the Optimal shaded ceramic and 6.6 +/- 13.3 micron 2 for the Optimal unshaded ceramic. Leucite crystal agglomerates were evident for the Empress shaded material and a uniform distribution of fine leucite crystals (1.9 +/- 1.8 micron 2) for the Empress unshaded ceramic. Crystal and matrix microcracking were present in most of the material microstructures, together with porosity and tabular alumina platelets in the Optimal ceramics. X-ray diffraction revealed the presence of tetragonal leucite and small amounts of cubic leucite. Optimal ceramics and Empress unshaded ceramic provided higher strength and Weibull m values compared with Empress shaded ceramic. Inherent material defects were characterised and cubic leucite was identified.


Dental Materials | 2001

Flexural strength optimisation of a leucite reinforced glass ceramic.

Michael J. Cattell; Thomas C. Chadwick; Jonathan C. Knowles; Richard L. Clarke; Edward Lynch

OBJECTIVES The aims of the study were to process a ceramic material with a fine leucite particle size using hot pressing techniques, to increase the flexural strength, reliability and ease of use. METHODS A starting glass composition of wt%; 64.2% SiO(2), 16.1% Al(2)O(3), 10.9% K(2)O, 4.3% Na(2)O, 1.7% CaO, 0.5% LiO and 0.4% TiO(2) was used to produce a leucite reinforced ceramic material. Twenty-one porcelain discs were produced by sintering the ceramic frit (group 1) and sixty-three discs by heat pressing the frit (groups 2, 3 and 4). Twenty-one Empress 1 ceramic discs were also heat pressed (group 5). Disc specimens were tested using the biaxial flexure test at a crosshead speed of 0.15mm/min and the data analysed using the Scheffé F multiple comparison test and Weibull statistics. Specimens were characterised using X-ray diffraction (XRD), secondary electron imaging and energy dispersive X-ray analysis where applicable. RESULTS The heat pressed groups (2, 3 and 4) had higher mean biaxial flexural strengths and characteristic strength values than groups 1 and 5 (p<0.05). XRD revealed the presence of tetragonal leucite in all test groups. Fine leucite crystals, tabular platelets and minimal matrix microcracking were found in the microstructure of test groups (1-4) with a more uniform leucite distribution in the heat pressed specimen groups (2, 3 and 4), which were associated with a significant increase in the biaxial flexural strength and reliability. SIGNIFICANCE Optimisation of the microstructure by producing a fine microstructure and controlling the distribution via the correct pressing parameters may be extremely advantageous in these systems.


Journal of Dentistry | 1997

The biaxial flexural strength and reliability of four dental ceramics — Part II

Michael J. Cattell; Richard L. Clarke; E Lynch

OBJECTIVES The biaxial flexural strength and reliability of four dental ceramics including: Empress glass ceramic (EM), Cerinate porcelain (CE), Corum porcelain (CO) and Alpha porcelain (AL) were compared. METHODS Twenty disc specimens per material were prepared overglazed and tested. The piston on three ball test was used to test the specimens in a universal testing machine at a crosshead speed of 0.15 mm/min. Weibull analysis provided m-values and the 1 and 5% probabilities of failure. RESULTS Mean strengths (MPa +/- SD) were: EM, 133.5 +/- 21.5; CE, 109.1 +/- 11.3; CO, 119.8 +/- 19.2; and AL, 68.2 +/- 9.9. There was no statistical difference between EM or CO and CO and CE strengths (P > 0.05). Weibull m-values included: EM, 6.60; CE, 10.20; CO, 5.27; and AL, 6.93. Cerinate had the highest m-value (P < 0.01) and good dependability. CONCLUSION Empress was not stronger or more reliable than many of the frit materials.


Journal of Dentistry | 2002

The effect of veneering and heat treatment on the flexural strength of Empress® 2 ceramics

Michael J. Cattell; R.P. Palumbo; Jonathan C. Knowles; Richard L. Clarke; Dayananda Samarawickrama

OBJECTIVES The aims of the study were to test and compare the biaxial flexural strength and reliability of Empress 2 ceramics after heat treatment and the addition of the veneering material and to characterise their microstructures. METHODS Forty disc specimens (2 x 14 mm) and forty disc specimens (1 x 14 mm) were produced by heat pressing in the EP 500 press furnace. Group 1 (2 x 14 mm Empress 2 core) was as heat pressed and group 2 (2 x 14 mm Empress 2 core) was subjected to the recommended firing cycles. Groups 3 and 4 (1 x 14 mm Empress 2 core) were veneered with the dentine material and heat-treated as per group 2. Groups 1, 2 and 3 were lapped to 800 grit silicon carbide paper on the compressive surface only and group 4 on both the compressive and tensile test surfaces. Twenty disc specimens per group were tested using the biaxial flexure test at a crosshead speed of 0.15 mm/min. Specimens were characterised using X-ray diffraction (XRD) and secondary electron imaging (SEM). RESULTS Mean biaxial flexural strengths (MPa+/-SD) were group 1: 265.5+/-25.7; group 2: 251.3+/-30.2; group 3: 258.6+/-21.4 and group 4: 308.6+/-37.7. There was no statistical difference between groups 1, 2 and 3 (p>0.05), but differences for group 4 (p<0.05). XRD and SEM revealed lithium disilicate and lithium orthophosphate in the Empress 2 core material and an amorphous glass and some evidence of a crystalline phase in the dentine material. CONCLUSIONS; Veneering or heat treatment of Empress 2 ceramics did not significantly affect the mean biaxial flexural strength (p>0.05) or reliability. Surface modification of the Empress 2 core material increased the mean biaxial flexural strength (p<0.05).


Journal of Dentistry | 1997

The transverse strength, reliability and microstructural features of four dental ceramics — Part I

Michael J. Cattell; Richard L. Clarke; E Lynch

OBJECTIVES The flexural strength, reliability and microstructure of a heat pressed ceramic system (Empress) was evaluated in comparison with three current frit materials used in ceramic crown and inlay construction. METHODS Twenty bar specimens per material were constructed, overglazed and transverse tested at a crosshead speed of 0.5 mm/min. Etched and fractured bar specimens were viewed under a scanning electron microscope using secondary electron imaging. RESULTS Mean strengths (MPa +/- SD) were: Empress, 117.3 +/- 31.7; Cerinate porcelain, 118.2 +/- 8.7; Corum porcetain, 92.9 +/- 13.3; and Alpha porcelain, 60.9 +/- 10.1. Results were highly significant (P < 0.001) with differences between all groups (P < 0.05) except Cerinate porcelain and Empress (P > 0.05). Weibull analysis of the results provided m-values and the predicted strength at the 1 and 5% probabilities of failure. Microstructural examination using secondary electron imaging showed leucite crystals 1.6-3.5 microns and associated microcracking in Corum porcelain and leucite crystal clusters (1.5 microns) in Empress. Cerinate porcelain exhibited a uniform distribution of fine leucite crystals (1 micron). Spherical porosity combined with crack pore combinations were noted in Vita Alpha porcelain. CONCLUSIONS Empress glass ceramic was not stronger than Cerinate or more reliable than many of the frit materials. Uniform leucite distribution and fine crystal size may be associated with improved strength and reliability.


Biomaterials | 1999

Viscoelastic properties of some soft lining materials - I - effect of temperature

Kambiz Saber-Sheikh; Richard L. Clarke; M. Braden

The time dependent, viscoelastic characteristics of a number of dental soft liners (occasionally called resilient liners) were investigated using a dynamic mechanical analyser (DMA). The materials consisted of eight commercial products including methacrylate, silicone and phosphazine-based soft polymers as well as two experimental formulations. The DMA used was of the forced vibrational variety. The test conditions, such as frequency and temperature, were chosen to mimic in use (masticatory) conditions. A wide variety of behaviour was observed and accounted for. This included a seven fold range in the storage modulus (2.79-19.7 MPa) and a 50-fold range in the loss tangent (0.029-1.52) at 37 degrees C and 1 Hz. The materials could generally be divided into either rubbery behaviour with low modulus and loss tangent, i.e. the silicones, or leathery behaviour with both higher modulus and loss tangent, i.e. the methacrylates. A search of the literature did not find a universally preferred set of properties, although a possible link with residual ridge resorption is indicated.


Dental Materials | 2009

The development and testing of glaze materials for application to the fit surface of dental ceramic restorations.

Michael J. Cattell; Thomas C. Chadwick; Jonathan C. Knowles; Richard L. Clarke

OBJECTIVES The aims of the study were to develop and test overglaze materials for application to the fit surface of dental ceramic restorations, which could be etched and adhesively bonded and increase the flexural strength of the ceramic substrate. METHODS Three glaze materials were developed using commercial glass powders (P25 and P54, Pemco, Canada). P25 (90 wt%) was mixed with P54 (10 wt%) to produce (P25/P54). P54 (90 wt%) was mixed with P25 (10 wt%) to produce (P54/P25). P25 (90 wt%) was mixed with 10 wt% of an experimental glass powder (P25/frit). Eighty-two disc specimens (14 mm x 2 mm) were produced by heat pressing a leucite glass-ceramic and were sandblasted with 50 microm glass beads. Group 1 control specimens (10) were sandblasted. Groups 2-4 (10 per group) were coated using P25/frit (Group 2), P25/P54 (Group 3) and P54/P25 (Group 4) overglazes before sintering. Groups 1-4 were etched for 2 min using 9.5% HF (Gresco, USA). Composite cylinders (Marathon v, Den-Mat) were light cured and bonded to the glazed and prepared disc surfaces and groups water stored for 8 days. Groups were tested using shear bond strength (SBS) testing at 0.5mm/min. Disc specimens (42) were tested using the biaxial flexural strength (BFS) test at a crosshead speed of 0.15 mm/min. Group 1 was tested as sandblasted (21) and Group 2 (21) after coating the tensile surface with P25/frit. Xrd, Eds and Sem analyzes were carried out. RESULTS Mean SBS (MPa+/-S.D.) were: Group 1: 10.7+/-2.1; Group 2: 9.8+/-1.9; Group 3: 1.8+/-1.0 and Group 4: 2.6+/-1.7. Groups 1 and 2 were statistically different to Groups 3 and 4 (p<0.001), but there was no difference between Groups 1 and 2 and 3 and 4 (p>0.05). The mean BFS (MPa+/-S.D.) of the overglazed Group 2 (200.2+/-22.9) was statistically different (p<0.001) to Group 1 (150.4+/-14.3). SIGNIFICANCE The P25/frit overglaze significantly (p<0.001) increased the biaxial flexural strength of the leucite glass-ceramic substrate and produced comparable shear bond strengths to an etched and bonded control. The application of etched overglaze materials to dental glass-ceramic and ceramic substrates may be useful in adhesive dentistry.


Biomaterials | 1999

Viscoelastic properties of some soft lining materials. II-Ageing characteristics

Kambiz Saber-Sheikh; Richard L. Clarke; M. Braden

A non-resonant forced vibration, dynamic mechanical analyser was employed to measure the viscoelastic characteristics of soft lining materials at 1 Hz, after storage in distilled water at mouth temperature for periods up to and including one year. The six commercial products included methacrylate, silicone, and phosphazine based polymers and the one experimental material was a methacrylate. Water sorption of the soft liners, recorded by change in sample mass, ranged from -4.39 to +48.57% and their solubilities from 0.13 to 13.58%, after one year. The heat-cured silicone was the most stable polymer in water in contrast to its autopolymerised counterpart. The excessive water uptake of this latter material resulted in a massive reduction in modulus. At the other extreme one methacrylate with a high plasticiser content hardened substantially after ageing (modulus changed from 5.87 to 72.3 MPa). Changes in loss tangent data were relatively small for all the polymers tested, even for materials with high water uptake. Reduced leaching and/or plasticiser content have led to a more stable generation of soft lining materials.

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Michael J. Cattell

Queen Mary University of London

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Jonathan C. Knowles

UCL Eastman Dental Institute

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M. Braden

Queen Mary University of London

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Dayananda Samarawickrama

Queen Mary University of London

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C. Santos

Queen Mary University of London

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D.A Tilbrook

Queen Mary University of London

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K.W.M. Davy

Queen Mary University of London

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N.E Howle

Queen Mary University of London

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S. Parker

Queen Mary University of London

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