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Dental Materials Final
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Undergraduate 2
12/14/2011

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Term
what is in dental gypsum?
Definition

calcium sulfate dihydrate

 

*when heated, calcium sulfate hemihydrate*

Term
what are the types of dental gypsum?
Definition

type I - impression plaster (rare!)

 

type II - model plaster (white)

 

type III - dental stone (yellow)***

 

type IV - high strength, high expansion stone

Term
what is the W/P ratio for these types of stone?
Definition

type I - .45ml/100gm

 

type III - .30ml/100gm

 

type IV - .23ml/100gm

Term
what is the effect of increasing or decreasing the W/P ratio?
Definition

increasing the W/P ratio makes the mix weak

 

decreasing the W/P ratio makes it hard to work with

Term
what are the ingredients in dental amalgam?
Definition

alloy

 

silver: 40-70%

 

tin: 20-30%

 

copper: 10-30%

 

zinc: 0-2%

Term
what is the difference between traditional alloy and high-copper alloy?
Definition
high copper alloy eliminates the gamma 2 stage (tin-mercury), reduces tendency of corrosion, less marginal fracture
Term
how long does it take amalgam to come to full strength?
Definition
24 hours
Term
what makes high copper content alloys preferable and why?
Definition
stronger, less corrosion
Term
what is the role of mercury?
Definition
wets the silver alloy powder creating a "plastic mass"
Term
why is it preferable to use pre-mixed amalgam capsules?
Definition

safety

reliabiltiy

consistent mix

ADA no longer recommends hand mixing of mercury

Term
what happens if amalgam isn't properly triturated?
Definition
mix contains voids
Term
what is the consistency of over-triturated amalgam?
Definition
tends to crumble, won't condense, short working time
Term
what is the consistency of under triturated amalgam?
Definition
mushy, grainy consistency, won't condense
Term
what are the manufacturer controls of amalgam?
Definition
alloy contents, particle size, particle shape, alloy in pre-measured capsules
Term
what are the dentist controls of amalgam?
Definition

following of instructions

condensation of mix

finish of restoration

avoiding contamination

Term
what is the definition of a dental cement?
Definition
substances that are placed in the mouth as a viscous liquid and set to a hard mass
Term
what are the properties of dental cements?
Definition

strength

solubility

viscosity/film thickness

biocompatibility

retention

esthetics

Term
why do we use dental cements?
Definition
pulpal protection, luting agents, restorations, surgical dressing
Term
definition of temporary/provisional
Definition
few days to a few weeks
Term
definition of intermediate
Definition
few weeks to a year
Term
definition of permanent
Definition
indefinitely
Term
which cements can be used for permanent luting?
Definition
zinc phosphate, traditional glass ionomer
Term
which cement involves HEMA?
Definition
hybrid glass ionomer
Term
what cement involves BIS-GMA and UDMA?
Definition
resin modified cement or composite resin
Term
which cement helps form secondary dentin?
Definition
calcium hydroxide
Term
which cement can be used for temporary cementation and restoration?
Definition
zinc oxide eugenol
Term
which cement is the oldest of cements?
Definition
zinc phosphate
Term
which cement has an exothermic reaction?
Definition
zinc phosphate
Term
which cement uses a glass slab to mix?
Definition
zinc phosphate
Term
what is primary film thickness?
Definition
.25
Term
which cement is used for final cementation of indirect restorations?
Definition
zinc polycarboxylate
Term
which (2) cements release fluoride?
Definition
hybrid GI and traditional GI
Term
what is the coupling agent of resin cement?
Definition
silane
Term
what are the uses for bonding in dentistry?
Definition
cosmetic, placement of bridges, ortho brackets, fixed retainers
Term
what are the steps in the bonding process?
Definition

tooth prep

acid etch

application of bonding agent *primer*

adhesive

depends on restoration...

Term
what is the difference in acid-etching enamel vs. dentin?
Definition

when etching dentin, you etch for 10 seconds then rinse to remove the smear layer. 

 

in enamel, its etched longer byecause of the lower water content and must be rinsed and dried thoroughly.

 

dentin should be etched for LESS time and should not be over-dried OR over moistened.

Term
what is the smear layer, where does it occur, and how is it removed?
Definition

the smear layer is the layer of sludge procuded by enamel from use of the high speed hand piece. 

 

occludes dentin tubules and you'll need to acid etch for 10 seconds and then rinse to remove the smear layer

Term
what are the differences between bonding to enamel and bonding to dentin?
Definition
dentin bonding is not as effective as enamel bonding
Term
what is the definition of a bonding agent?
Definition
low-viscosity resin that penetrates porosities and irregularities int he surface of the tooth or restoration created by acid-etching
Term
what additional steps are required when using resin cements?
Definition

1. bonding agents

 

2. prep of internal surfaces of the resto

Term
what is primer?
Definition
low-viscosity, polymerization, resin 'tags' are created for mechanical bond or 'micromechanical retention'
Term
what is adhesive
Definition
applied over the primer, adhesive layer chemically bonds to primer layer beneath it
Term
define composite resin restorative
Definition
tooth colored materials used for direct restorations
Term
what does composite mean
Definition
mixture of two or more materials
Term
what are the uses of composite resin restoratives?
Definition

anterior and posterior restorations.

 

class I through class VI

 

can be used as sealants, core build up, indirect restorations

Term
what is the composition of composite materials?
Definition

resin matrix: BIS-GMA & UDMA

 

filler particles: silica, glass, quartz

 

coupling agent: silane

Term
BIS-GMA definition
Definition
bisphenol A and glycidyl methacrylate
Term
UDMA definition
Definition
urethane dimethacrylate
Term
how is strength gained in composites?
Definition
by packing the resin with the highest posibble load of filler particles such as quartz, glass and silica
Term
what are the different sizes of particles?
Definition

macro (1-100), micro (.04) , nano (1-5)

 

volume is much greated in nano particles 80-85%

Term
what are colloidal silica particles?
Definition

amorphous, spherical particles 

 

'microfillers' .02-.04 microns

Term
what metals are added for radiopacity?
Definition
barium, lithium, strontium
Term
what is the purpose of silane (the coupling agent)?
Definition
silane allows the surface of the filler particle to adhere to the matrix thereby creating a stronger bond between the filler and the matrix
Term
classifications of composites
Definition

related to the size of particles

&

viscosity of resin

Term
the higher the % of filler...
Definition
the stronger the material !!!!
Term
define hybrid
Definition

macro, .5-3 microns, 75-80% filler

 

strong and polishable

 

anterior and posterior

Term
define flowable
Definition

low viscosity

 

40-70% filler

 

.07 to 1 microns

 

DELIVERED BY SYRINGE!

Term
examples of provisional restoratives:
Definition
temporary crowns, temporary bridges
Term
define polymerization
Definition
chemical reaction that occurs when monomers join together to form polymers
Term
how does polymerization begin?
Definition
energy is required provided by chemical or light reaction
Term
what are the initiators and activators of chemically activated systems?
Definition

initiators: benzoyl peroxide (base)

 

activator: tertiary amine (catalyst)

Term
what are the initiators and activators in a light activated system?
Definition

initiator: camphoroquinone

 

activator: light (470 nm wavelength)

 

accelerator: tertiary amine

Term
what are the initiators and activators in a dual cure system?
Definition

same initiators and activators as light cure and chemical cure

 

light activation speeds the set, chemical reaction will complete polymerization process

Term
what are the uses for elastic impression materials?
Definition

dentures

partials

implants

crowns/bridge work

Term
what are the categories of elastic impression materials
Definition

hydrocolloids

 

elastomers

Term
what is an agar?
Definition
reversible hydrocolloid
Term
what are the two categories of hydrocolloids?
Definition
irreversible and reversible
Term
what is an example of irreversible hydrocolloids?
Definition
alginate (calcium sulfate dihydrate)
Term
name the different types of elastomers
Definition

polysulfide

silicone rubber

polyether

Term
which elastomer is slightly hydroPHILIC
Definition
polyether
Term
which silicone rubber is PVS?
Definition
addition silicone
Term
which silicone is an alternative to polysulfide?
Definition
condensation silicone
Term
some PVS materials have a secondary reaction of what?
Definition
hydrogen gas
Term
which elastomer is stinky and tastes foul?
Definition
polysulfide
Term
which is the most popular of the elastomers?
Definition
addition silicone
Term
which elastomer is not a true 1:1 ratio of material?
Definition
polyether
Term
which is the stiffest of the elastomers?
Definition
polyether
Term
what are the advantages of polyether?
Definition

very accurate

 

somewhat hydrophilic

 

dimensional stability is high

 

permanent deformation is low

Term
what are th disadvantages of polyether?
Definition

short working time/setting time

 

sensitive to temps and moisture

 

must not be immersed in water/disinfecting solutions

Term
disadvantages of polysulfide?
Definition

odor

 

taste

 

messy

 

can't clean out of fabric

Term
condensation silicone by product?
Definition
ethyl alcohol
Term
when must the condensation silicone be poured?
Definition
within the first few minutes after removal from the mouth
Term
which elastomer is commonly known as rubber base
Definition
polysulfide
Term
which is the least expensive elastomer?
Definition
polysulfide
Term
which is the oldest of the elastomers?
Definition
polysulfide
Term
what kind of setting reaction does polysulfide have?
Definition
condensation polymerization
Term
by product of polysulfide?
Definition
water
Term
which elastomer needs a custom made tray?
Definition
polysulfide
Term
define compound in relation to inelastic impression material
Definition
contains thermoplastic resin
Term
impression inelastic material:
Definition
used for complete denture impressions (not seldom used)
Term
which inelastic impression material was mainly used for edentulous arches?
Definition
ZOE impression material
Term
define mucostatic
Definition
relaxed condition of mucuos tissues
Term
disadvantages of impression wax
Definition
lack accuracy and distort easily
Term
polymers in dentistry:
Definition
derived from acrylic acid, formed when liquid monomer *MMA* is mixed with a powder of small polymer beads and forms *PIMMA* - a long chain polymer
Term
describe the formation of long chain polymers from monomers
Definition
c=c bonds are broken and monomers join to form polymers
Term
explain the effect that cross-linking has on the physical properties of polymers
Definition
resins without cross-linkages are brittle, more prone to breakage
Term
stages of addition polymerization:
Definition

initiation

propagation

termination

Term
how do the stages of addition polymerization occur?
Definition
free radical becomes reactive when the initiator (benzoyl peroxide) reacts with the activator (tertiary amine)
Term
difference between addition and condensation polymerization
Definition

addition polymerization has 3 stages: initiation, propagation and termination

 

carbon atoms joined by a double bond

 

condensation polymerization - silicone impression materials, not widely used, produces by-products of water, hydrogen gas or alcohol

Term
chemically cured resins
Definition

softer, weaker more porous than heat cured resins

 

leaves residual monomer causing irritation

Term
heat cured resins
Definition

hard, strong, less porous

 

less than 1% residual monomer

 

residual monomer leaches our more quickly

Term
properties of acrylic resins
Definition
polymerization shrinkage, dimensional change, strength, thermal conductivity, porosity
Term
acrylic resin uses in dentistry
Definition
denture bases, denture teeth, denture reline, denture repair, flipper partials, tissue conditioners, custom impression trays
Term
hard lining material
Definition

chair side reline

 

lab reline

 

OTC reline

Term
soft lining materials
Definition

tissue conditioners

 

long term soft liners or short term soft liners

Term
define dimensional change
Definition

water sorption and thermal expansion

 

(polymerization is a source)

Term
define water sorption
Definition

as water is absorbed, the acrylic will increase slightly in size

 

expansion may help offset some of polymerization shrinkage

Term
coefficient of thermal expansion
Definition
measurement of change of volume or length in relationship to change in temperature
Term
chemically cured acrylics use which technique?
Definition
pour technique
Term
heat cured acrylics use which technique
Definition
microwave processiong: injection moulding
Term
soft lining material:
Definition

long term - placed chairside or lab

 

short term - placed chair side (tissue conditioners)

Term
hard lining material:
Definition

dentures that have become loose overtime

 

chairside reline

lab reline

Term
define provisional coverage
Definition
if a permanent restorative material cannot be placed at the time of preparation, a temporary or provisional may be chosen
Term
dental producers that may require provisional coverage
Definition

crowns & bridges

veneers

endodontics

implants

vitality of the tooth is in question

emergency care

restoration of primary teeth

Term
criteria for high quality provisional coverage
Definition

maintaining position of prepared tooth to adjacenet teeth and opposing teeth

 

protection of exposed tooth surfaces and margins

 

protection of gingival tissues

 

providing function and esthetics

Term
properties of provisional restorative materials
Definition

strength

hardness

tissue compatibility

esthetics

handling

Term
provisional materials include:
Definition

metals - stainless steel or aluminum

polycarbonate - versatile, tough plastic

celluloid - clear plastic crown form

acrylic

composite

cement

Term
choice of provisional materials depends on:
Definition
operator preference, area of the mouth, type of preparation
Term
types of preformed crowns:
Definition

stainless steel (most durable, used on childs primary teeth, economical)

 

aluminum - last for several weeks, used on posterior teeth

 

polycarbonate - used on anteriors and esthetic in color, rigid material, compatibile with acrylic resins

 

celluloid - clear plastic crown form, easily cut w/ scissors

Term
matrix/template materials
Definition

thermoplastic wax

alginate (easy and less $$)

silicone impression materials

vacuum formed plastic

Term
materials for customized provisional materials
Definition

acrylic - methacrylates, used for years, good esthetics, low cost, easy, bad taste, bad odor, exothermic reaction

 

composite - low shrinkage, low heat release, good strength, biocompatibile, low wear, expensive, too brittle, self cure, light cure, dual cure

Term
intraoral cement provisional
Definition
'inlay' cements such as IRM
Term
importance of patient education
Definition
diet, temperature changes, problems, home care
Term
demineralization
Definition

more mineral is leaving the tooth than is entering

 

occurs in the presence of acid

Term
remineralization
Definition

replacing minerals lost from the tooth surface

 

requires calcium, phosphorus and fluoride

 

fluorapatite is formed on tooth surface

Term
various method of fluoride delivery
Definition
water, fluoride drops, vitamins, tooth paste, rinses, foams, gel and varnish
Term
fluorosis
Definition

consumption of excess fluoride during tooth formation

 

often from water, over use of ingested fluoride sources

Term
difference between topical application of fluoride and systemic ingestion of fluoride
Definition

systemic is through water and drops or vitamins

 

topical includes water, toothpaste, rinses, gels, varnishes or foams

Term
home application fluoride vs in-office application
Definition

home products: tooth paste, OTC rinse, non-Rx gel or rinse

 

in-office products: gel, foam, varnish

Term
advantages of fluoride varnish
Definition
sets quickly and lasts a couple of days
Term
use of sealants in the prevention of caries
Definition
reduces incidence of decay in pits and fissures of permanent teeth
Term
composition of sealants
Definition

BIS-GMA, UDMA, filled or unfilled particles

 

glass ionomer

Term
hydrodynamic theory of tooth sensitivity
Definition
pain caused by movement of pulpal fluid in open (unsealed) dentin tubules
Term
causes for tooth sensitivity
Definition

improper brushing

dietary acid

loss of tooth structure

Term
materials for treating tooth sensitivity
Definition

tooth paste

gels

varnishes

inorganic salt solutions

resin primer

bonding agents

Term
how do various tooth desensitizers work?
Definition

closing the exposed dentinal tubules

 

some work directly on the pulp by soothing it

Term
various uses for mouth guards
Definition
prevent tooth damage or loss during contact injuries
Term
hydrogen peroxide vs carbamide peroxide
Definition
hydrogen peroxide is used in office while carbamide is used in OTC whitening or at home whitening
Term
difference between vital and non-vital teeth
Definition
non-vital tooth may be discolored as result of trauma or endodontic treatment
Term
restorative considerations that must be taken into account before whitening:
Definition
restorative materials won't whiten so those restored teeth will remain the same color
Term
side effects of whitening procedures
Definition

tooth sensitivity

gingival irritation

allergy

unrealistic expectations

Term
contraindications for whitening
Definition

allergies to ingredients

sensitive teeth

tooth colored restorations on the anteriors

unrealistic expectations

Term
signs of mild or moderate fluorosis
Definition
opaque white spots or bands
Term
severe signs of fluorosis
Definition
brown staining and mottled (speckled) enamel
Term
methods of delivery for fluoride
Definition

topical

 

systemic

 

in-office

Term
percentages of fluoride
Definition

in office = 1.23%

 

Rx home use = 1.1%

 

OTC = .05%

Term
toothpaste/prophy paste
Definition

MFP usually used in tooth paste

 

prophy paste often contains 1.23% APF

Term
what can be given for suspected overdose of fluoride?
Definition
milk of magnesia
Term
purpose of pit and fissure sealants
Definition
reduce incidence of decay in pits and fissures of teeth
Term
indications of pit and fissure sealants
Definition
deep fissures, patients at risk for caries, typically young children
Term
compositions of sealants
Definition
composition resin, bis-gma, udma, unfilled or lightly filled, glass ionomer
Term
placement of sealant
Definition
similar to that of a composite, isolation of the tooth is necessary for resin sealants
Term
effectiveness of sealants
Definition
highly effective when properly placed and maintained
Term
categories and components of desensitizing agents
Definition

toothpastes - potassium nitrate (active ingredient)

 

inorganic salt and solutions - potassium nitrate, potassium oxalate, ferric oxalate

 

resin primers and bonding agents - immediate effects, some require acid etch, duration varies from days to a year

Term
basic properties of metals used in dentistry
Definition

chemical element that readily loses electrons to form a positive ion and forms metallic bonds with other metal atoms

 

high luster, density, ability to be deformed under stress

Term
different types of casting alloys
Definition

high noble: 60%

 

noble: 25%

 

base metal: < 25%

Term
define karat
Definition
pure gold; 24k; 100%
Term
define fineness
Definition
multiply % of pure gold by 10, fineness is the result
Term
characteristics important for porcelain bonding alloy
Definition
biocompability, hardness, ductility, malleability, yield strength, wear resistance
Term
difference between casting alloy and wrought metal alloy
Definition

casting alloy is used for partial frameworks

 

wrought metal frameworks used for orthodontic wire, prosthetic clasps, and endodontic files

Term
define freezing point
Definition
molten metal becomes a solid
Term
melting point
Definition
temp at which a metal becomes a liquid
Term
lost wax technique
Definition

fabricating a metal restoration by encasing a wax pattern in stone and then vaporizing the wax under high temps to leave an empty space that once occupied by wax

 

molten metal is then cast into the space and takes the shape of the pattern

Term
mechanism for bonding porcelain to metal for PFM crowns
Definition

low fusing porcelain is used first and is layered into metal substructure or "coping"

 

porcelain chemically fuses to the surface oxides as the two materials are heated together and a durable bond is formed

Term
sintering 
Definition

THINK OF CHOCOLATE CHIPS!

 

particles melting together at their borders and fusing together, results in shrinkage by 25-40%

Term
types of alloys for PFM crowns
Definition
feldspar (gold, platinum, paldium), indium, iron, tin, gallium
Term
failures that occur with PFM crowns
Definition

cracks from occlusal loading

bond at metal oxide layer might be inadequate

coefficient of thermal expansion of porcelain and metal need to be compatible 

 

(porcelain should have less thermal expansion than metal)

Term
methods of fabrication for all-ceramic restos
Definition

slip casting

 

heat pressing

 

sintering

 

computer assisting machining (CAM)

Term
indications of porcelain veneers
Definition
color of teeth, cover defects, close diastemas, reshape crooked teeth
Term
chroma
Definition
amount of intensity of the color present
Term
hue
Definition
color of the tooth
Term
value
Definition
amount of lightness or darkness of the color
Term
steps in proper shade taking
Definition
ensure match to patients dentition, view shade characteristics, knowledge of proper lighting and shade-taking techniques
Term
moh's hardness scale
Definition
ranks materials by their hardness relative to abrasion
Term
factors that affect the rate and efficiency of abrasion
Definition
size, irregularity, hardness of particles, number of particles that contact the surface and speed and pressure of abrasive
Term
materials used in abrasion
Definition
diamond, carbide finishing burs, silicon carbide, aluminum oxide, pumice, rouge, tin oxide, calcium carbonate
Term
delivery designs of abrasives
Definition

paste: prophy paste/tooth paste

 

loose powder

 

bonded

 

coated

Term
diatomaceous earth
Definition
amorphous silicon dioxide, increases strength, 55-60% total mix (ALGINATE)
Term
tear strength
Definition
ability of a material to resist tearing or distortion upon removal from the mouth
Term
compressive force
Definition
pushes molars together during chewing
Term
tensile force
Definition
biting force used to stretch material
Term
shearing force
Definition
slicing force 'incisors'
Term
retention
Definition
ability to maintain its position without displacement under stress
Term
compomer
Definition
composite resin that have been modified with polyacid, sets in two phases
Term
wettability
Definition
material should not form bubbles or voids
Term
detail reproduction
Definition
material must record the finest details and transfer them accurately to the die material
Term
elastic recovery
Definition
set impression must be sufficiently elastic to return to its original dimension, without distortion, upon removal from the mouth
Term
mercaptan
Definition
base contains sulfur
Term
thermal conductivity
Definition
ability of heat to move through a material
Term
abfraction
Definition
recession at cervical edge
Term
ceramics 
Definition
materials composed of inorganic metal oxide compounds, including porcelain and similar ceramic materials that require baking at high temperatures
Term
porcelain metal restoration
Definition
restoration that has metal core over which porcelain is fused at high temperature
Term
all ceramic restoration
Definition
ceramic resto with no metal core
Term
slip casting
Definition
process where ceramic powder is mixed with a water based liquid to form a mass or slip
Term
heat pressing
Definition
pressing ceramic material into a mold at a high temp and pressure
Term
veneer
Definition
thin layer of ceramic or composite resin material that is bonded to the fronts of teeth to improve their appearance
Term
hue
Definition
basic color of an object
Term
chroma
Definition
intensity of the color
Term
value
Definition
brighness or a color or its darkness/lightness
Term
Mohs hardness scale
Definition
diamond - 10, enamel - 5, dentin - 4, cementum 2-3
Term
feldspar
Definition
minerals that make up 60% of earths crust
Term
kaolin
Definition
soft white clay; ingredient of porcelain
Term
coping
Definition
metal substrate under PFM that covers tooth
Term
traverse strength
Definition
compressive and tensile strength combined
Term
classification of gold alloy
Definition

I - softest

 

II - medium hardness; inlays and crowns

 

III - hard; inlays, crowns & bridges

 

IV - extra hard; partial denture framework

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