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Silane based concepts on bonding resin composite to metals
Jukka P Matinlinna1, Pekka K Vallittu
1Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Turku, Finland. jumatin@utu.fi
The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice
|February 6, 2007
Summary
Silane treatment improves bonding of resin composites to metallic dental materials. Tribochemical silica-coating followed by silane coupling agents is a clinically proven method for enhanced dental adhesion.
Area of Science:
- Dental Materials Science
- Surface Chemistry
- Biomaterials Engineering
Background:
- Adhesion of silane-promoted, surface-conditioned metallic materials is critical for dental restoration longevity.
- Ensuring functional and esthetic outcomes requires reliable bonding in dental applications.
- Various surface conditioning methods exist, with varying clinical prevalence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and characterize common silanization-based surface conditioning methods.
- To present the fundamental chemical principles of silane treatments.
- To evaluate adhesion promotion for dental materials.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of silane utilization (1967-2005).
- Analysis of 68 cited references.
- Description of silica-coating (silicatization) techniques and comparative clinical/in vitro data.
Main Results:
- Tribochemical silica-coating is a key surface preparation technique.
- Silane coupling agents are essential for effective adhesion promotion.
- Established methods enhance resin composite bonding to metals.
Conclusions:
- Tribochemical silica-coating combined with silane coupling agents offers clinically validated adhesion.
- This method significantly enhances the bonding of resin composites to metallic dental materials.
- It represents a relevant approach for improving dental restoration durability.
