The specific adsorption of ionomer sulfonate groups on Pt-based catalysts in membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs) has severely restricted Pt catalytic activity, utilization, proton conductivity and mass transport. Here we report a blocking strategy using cyclohexanol to mitigate the detrimental impacts Nafion ionomer. Cyclohexanol with chair or boat conformation blocked path onto surface via co...

OBJECTIVE This in vitro study evaluated the influence of luting agents on ultrasonic vibration time for intraradicular cast post removal. MATERIAL AND METHODS After endodontic treatment, 30 roots of extracted human canines were embedded in resin cylinders. The post-holes were prepared at 10 mm depth and their impressions were taken using autopolymerizing acrylic resin. After casting procedure...

OBJECTIVES To evaluate microleakage and marginal gaps in full cast crown restorations bonded with six different types of cementing agents. METHODS Sixty non-carious human premolars and molars were prepared in a standardized manner for full cast crown restorations. The mesial and distal margins were located in dentin, while the vestibular and palatal/lingual margins were located in enamel. Cro...

OBJECTIVES This study aimed to evaluate the vertical discrepancy of implant-supported crown structures constructed with vacuum-casting and Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) technologies, and luted with different cement types. STUDY DESIGN Crown copings were fabricated using: (1) direct metal laser sintered Co-Cr (LS); (2) vacuum-cast Co-Cr (CC); and (3) vacuum-cast Ti (CT). Frameworks were ...

STATEMENT OF PROBLEM In order to increase the performance of glass ionomer cement, it is reinforced with metal powders, short fibers, bioceramics and other materials. Fluoroapatite (Ca10(PO4)6F2) is found in dental enamel and is usually used in dental materials due to its good chemical and physical properties. OBJECTIVES In this study, the effects of the addition of synthesized fluoroapatite ...

The purposes of this in vivo study were to determine if placing a sealant over a glass ionomer restoration modifies its fluoride release, and to examine the effect on glass ionomer of a 4-min application of topical fluoride. Fluoride release from glass ionomer preventive resin restorations placed in 21 bovine teeth was measured before and after removing their sealants. Fuji II, Ketac Silver, an...

The interaction between ionomer (ion-conducting polymer) and catalyst particles in porous electrodes of electrochemical energy-conversion devices is a critical yet poorly understood phenomenon that controls device performance. This interaction stems from the electrode precursor inks, which also governs porous-electrode morphology during formation. In this letter, we probe the origin interaction...

Glass ionomer cements have been used in pediatric restorative dentistry for 20 years. Their usefulness in pediatric restorative dentistry is preferential relative to other materials because of their fluoride release, chemical adhesion to tooth structure, and availability to use in a variety of clinical scenarios. This paper reviews the use of glass ionomer materials in pediatric restorative den...

Seven glass-ionomer cements were tested and compared with a composite resin in order to find the glass-ionomer cement with the highest bond strength to enamel with normal anatomy and composition (not ground). Five types of surface treatment were used. The results show that Aqua Cem and Ketac Cem, both water-hardening, present the highest bond strength, followed by the conventional glass-ionomer...