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[Crystal growth on human dentin surface].

S Oyamada

    Shika Zairyo, Kikai = Journal of the Japanese Society for Dental Materials and Devices
    |March 1, 1989
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study explored gypsum crystal growth on human dentin using ammonium sulfate and acrylic acid. Alkali metal sulfates promoted finer crystal aggregates on dentin surfaces compared to alkali-earth metals.

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    Area of Science:

    • Materials Science
    • Biomaterials Engineering
    • Crystallography

    Context:

    • Investigating biomimetic mineralization on human dentin.
    • Understanding crystal formation mechanisms for potential dental applications.
    • Utilizing novel crystal growth agents for surface modification.

    Purpose:

    • To investigate gypsum crystal growth on human dentin using ammonium sulfate and acrylic acid admixtures.
    • To evaluate the effect of different cation sulfates on crystal morphology and size.
    • To determine the influence of alkali and alkali-earth metal sulfates on crystal aggregate formation.

    Summary:

    • Gypsum crystal growth agents composed of ammonium sulfate and acrylic acid were used on human dentin.
    • Fine, half-spherical aggregates of needle-like crystals were observed, with size influenced by acrylic acid concentration.
    • Pretreatment with various cation sulfates showed that alkali metal sulfates (Na+, K+) resulted in finer crystal aggregates compared to alkali-earth metals (Ca2+, Mg2+) and zinc.

    Impact:

    • Provides insights into controlling biomaterial surface properties through crystal growth.
    • Potential applications in dental restorative materials and surface treatments.
    • Understanding ion-specific effects on crystal formation on biological substrates.

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