This study evaluated the fracture load and failure mode of various veneer materials cemented with or without the addition of a fiber-reinforced composite (FRC) layer at the adhesive interface. Sixty intact incisors were randomly divided into three groups. Group 1 was fabricated with the heat-press technique (IPS Empress 2); Group 2 with the copy milling technique (ZirkonZahn); and Group 3 with ...

Hybrid fibre reinforced polymer (FRP)-timber (HFT) thin-walled structural members made out of thin-timber veneer and composite laminates are a sustainable alternative to light-weight steel aluminium members. Preliminary studies on HFT structures have demonstrated the potential be used as high performing This study is aimed at investigating effect manufacturing pressure type mechanical propertie...

Background and Aim: Changing the color of resin luting cements could affect the aesthetic appearance of thin porcelain veneer. The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effect of artificially accelerated aging on color stability of light-cured resin cement and flowable composite as a luting agent through the porcelain veneer. Materials and Methods: This experimental study was carried ...

BACKGROUND AND AIM: Laminate veneer restorations exhibit excellent ability to reproduce the natural teeth regarding esthetic and biomechanics. The aim of the present study was to determine the impact of laminate veneers on oral health-related quality of life (OHQoL).METHODS: In this case series study, the impact of treatment on OHQol was measured using the standard questionnaire OHIP-14. This ...

Moso bamboo (Phyllostachys pubescens Mazei ex H. de Lebaie), one of the most commonly used species in China, is a strong and stiff material. In this paper, the manufacturing process for glued bamboo laminate (GBL) is presented. The mechanical properties of GBL (compression strength, bending, tension, and shearing) were tested. Results indicated that the mechanical properties of GBL were signifi...

Re-establishing a patient’s lost natural dental esthetics is one of the most important topics of today’s dentistry, in addition to function and phonation.A major factor in achieving an elusive dominant characteristics called personality is a captivating smile showing an even row of natural gleaming white teeth. In order to solve such problems, the technique preferred most frequently is to cover...