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In this study, the composites of ceramic waste filler polyester were produced with ceramic waste as the filler and unsaturated polyester resin as the matrix. Various weight of filler loads (particle size [180 µm) were used; 0, 28.5, 41 and 50 wt% in view to better understand the effect of filler content on the mechanical, thermal properties and water absorption of the composites. Additionally, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy was used to characterize the samples, from the findings, it is noticed an increase in the level of porcelain powder decreased the flexural strength and Hardness and increased the density. The results of water absorption have shown the composites absorbs fewer water. Thermal degradation indicates that the composite is more resistant to temperature than unsaturated polyester matrix due to the effect of porcelain powder incorporated. Moreover, the results reveal an opportunity for using the ceramic waste as filler in unsaturated polyester resin formulation.

Thermal behavior of hybrid epoxy composites reinforced with different types of plain weave fabrics and ply orientation at various angles was investigated in this research. It was analyzed their thermal linear expansion coefficient and specific heat measured with Thermomechanical Analyzer (TMA) and Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC) respectively. Also, in this paper was studied the influence of carbon black - aramid powder and carbon black - barium ferrite mixtures added into epoxy matrix between certain plies of the hybrid composites. The experimental results showed that the addition of filler mixtures led to a significant decreasing of thermal expansion coefficient and specific heat of the hybrid epoxy composite with carbon outer plies. It was recorded a good structural stability in case of hybrid carbon-glass composite in the temperature range of 40-60°C.

In the last two decades, both general and oral health status became more important for individuals, being associated to their quality of life, social provenance and income. Society’s evolution is associated to high expectations regarding edentulous and decays treatment. Metal filling such as gaudent or amalgam have been replaced by aesthetic materials, to achieve similarity to the patient’s genuine biological tissue. Along with the aesthetic demand, dental materials have to fulfill biocompatibility and mechanical properties proximate to healthy soft either hard tissues. Composite materials have the advantages of accomplishing biological and mechanical demands and to be accessible financially, compared to ceramics. Composites are classified according to the main monomer, filling, particles’ dimension, addition of external molecules, this entirety having a direct influence on materials’ properties. The objective of this prospective interventional in vitro study was to evaluate biomechanical properties of four different hybrid composites: Premise direct™ – Premise indirect™ (Kerr, Orange, California, USA), Gradia® Direct (GC, Alsip, Illinois, USA) and Ceramage® (SHOFU Dental, Ratinger, Germany). Vickers microhardness, compressive strenght, direct tensile strenght, water absorption and solubility were assessed. The results showed that microfilled hybrid composites UDMA (urethane dimethacrylate)-based monomer had the highest evaluations regarding Vickers microhardness, compressive strenght and tensile strenght, whereas water absorption was the highest for nanofilled hybrid Bis-GMA (bisphenol A-glycidyl methacrylate)/TEGDMA (triethylene glycol dimethacrylate), and solubility for microfilled hybrid UDMA based monomer.

The purpose of modern dental medicine is to prevent dental caries and promote minimally invasive techniques at the expense of invasive methods. Dental sealants are largely recommended for occlusal surfaces protection, but concerns are related about microleakage at material-enamel interface. This in vitro study aimed to investigate the association between chemical structure, sealing capacity and marginal infiltration for 2 fluoride F containing commercially available resin-based sealants: Pit&Fissure® Sealant (DMP) and Fissurit FX® (Voco) in order to achieve a better description and ensure adequate material selection in every day practice. An optimal resin-based sealant should mimic the structural, physical and mechanical characteristics of enamel. The main difference between the sealing materials tested is based on the amounts of inorganic filler and on the various shapes of the particles in the filler. Pit&Fisure® Sealant express less attachment at enamel interface, higher sorption and greater water solubility, when compared to Fissurit FX®. The better sealing capacity of Fissurit FX® can be described by the homogeneity of the material and the very small size of the inorganic fillers. Dental materials properties used as pit and fissure sealants are sensitive to mechanical, thermic and chemical stress from oral cavity. Regular dental check-up can detect the presence and integrity of sealant and ensure preventive effect in time.

The study was performed on a number of 48 plastic molds, obtained by injection of Technovit 7143. Technovite is a self-curing resin based on methyl methacrylate. Technovite no longer requires the use of dyes that can adversely affect the polymerization process and has a short polymerization time, making corrosion possible shortly after injection.

The prognosis of the prosthetic rehabilitation is linked to the proper transfer of the clinical data to the dental laboratory, in the digital or conventional workflow. The aim of the present study was to compare the dimensional accuracy of analog and digitalized models, focusing on the influence of impression polymeric materials on the final digital model. Methods: The master model with standard reference points and the three groups of test models, obtained by alginic acid polymer impression (group A) and condensation-cured poly(dimethyl siloxane) in two impression techniques (1-step putty/light-body-group 1T, 2-steps putty/ light-body-group 2T), were measured in four standardized points before and after digitization. The differences from the master model and between the pair analog and digital models was calculated and statistically analysed using Mann-Whitney tests (2 groups), and one-way Anova (3 groups) with post-hoc Tukey`s Test was applied for pairwise analysis (á=0.05). Results: All analog and digitalized model tests showed altered dimensions from the master model. A general reduction of the digitalized models, in sagittal and transversal dimensions, was observed, comparing to the reference model. The impression material was a significant factor influencing dimensional accuracy. Conclusions: a statistically significant difference was found between most of the models and the master model. However, through digitalization, some of the errors were compensated. The digital models from alginic acid polymer group (group A) registered the highest trueness, with no statistically significant difference (P > 0.05) from the reference model.

The aim of this paper is to investigate the resistance to flexure of traditional and modern dental acrylic prosthetic bases. The practical utility of the laboratory studies carried out in this research is to apply the physical properties of plastic in medical technology, for improved clinical practice. The clinical utility of this research on prosthetic acrylic bases resistance is reflected in the quality of life of patients, the quality of mastication and durability of the prosthesis. Material and methods: experimental research, using a mechanical test machine. The results were analysed through quantitative methodes. Statistical correlations were made in the final experimental part. In conclusion, the values obtained in our experiments are comparable with those found in scientific literature. This fact enables us to recommend the use of the injection molding technique in clinical practice in our country, as well as the abandonment of the traditional manual stuffingpressing process.

This research aims to establish the behaviour of geomembranes used for base sealing and for covering municipal waste facilities. The geomembranes used for base sealing are subjected to leachate pressure and to the action of chemical and microbiological pollutants. Geomembranes used for covering waste facilities are subjected to the action of precipitation water and released gases. This paper analyzes the following: the permeability mechanism of geomembranes made of polymers, the process of water vapours diffusion through polymers, diffusion flow, characteristic of permeability and influencing factors. The study also presents data on the permeability of some polymers - the most commonly used in the structure of geomembranes used in household waste facilities - as well as some of the results of ongoing research on the behaviour of high density polyethylene geomembranes in contact with the waste facilities’ leachate. Diffusion was determined by measuring the weight of the vessel (water loss) daily for 30 days. The polymer influences the permeability and diffusion through the molecular and intermolecular chemical structure, the packing density, the degree of crystallinity, the crosslinking density and through the flexibility of the macromolecular chains. The results show that the permeability of polymeric geomembranes is comparable to that of a microporous material (cement stone, bentonite).

This paper describes the preparation of three- component hybrid copolymer beads, with water purification features. These newly developed hybrid beads were prepared starting from a mixture of poly(acrylonitrile- co- methacrylic acid) (PAN-co-PMAA), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and magnetite (Fe3O4), respectively. The preparation itself involved a Wet Phase Inversion (WPI) process. A Pseudomonas sp. strain was immobilized onto previously mentioned beads, before and after activation of the beads surface with glutardialdehyde, and afterwards used for the amendment of simulated water bearing an azo- blue dye, i.e. Acid Blue 93. In order to highlight the immobilization of Pseudomonas sp. strain, FTIR spectra and TGA results were recorded. CFU measurements as well as SEM images further provided evidence towards the occurrence of immobilization. The biodegradation studies of Acid Blue 93were carried out by means of UV spectroscopy at various contact times (24; 72 and 144 h) of the hybrid beads with the targeted dye.

How the particle size and volumetric ratio of silicon carbide (SiC) powder additions will strengthen polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) is unclear. The purpose of this in vitro study was to optimize the reinforcement parameters of PMMA with SiC powder by using the Taguchi experimental design method. Particle size, volumetric rate, silane coupling rate, and mixing type were determined as parameters that would affect the reinforcement of PMMA with SiC powder. Using the Taguchi L9 orthogonal array, test specimens with different parameter combinations were fabricated and tested. The fracture load (in newtons) of each specimen group was recorded with the 3-point bend test. The thermal conductivity values of 60x50-mm and 3-mm-thick rectangular specimens were measured by using the Linseis THB100 thermal conductivity unit. The thermal diffusivity values were then calculated. Thermal analysis indicated improvement in the thermal conductivity of PMMA after reinforcement with SiC. The maximum thermal diffusivity was obtained with 15% SiC powder by volume. Thermal conductivity and flexural strength increased with an increase in particle size. The maximum flexural strength value was obtained with 5% SiC powder by volume. Increasing the particle size of the filler SiC powder resulted in increased thermal conductivity and flexural strength. Increasing the SiC filler powder by volume increased the thermal conductivity of PMMA but reduced its flexural strength. This study helped determine the optimum conditions for the use of SiC powder. Knowledge of the importance of these variables will help in more effective modification of denture base resin with SiC powder to improve heat transfer without adversely affecting strength.