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[Comparative studies between various amalgams].
Revue Belge De Medecine Dentaire. Belgisch Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|January 1, 1978
Summary
Four dental amalgam products were evaluated for mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. Indiloy exhibited superior mechanical properties and corrosion resistance, while Six Eighty Amalgam Alloy showed inferior performance.
Area of Science:
- Dental Materials Science
- Materials Engineering
Background:
- Dental amalgam alloys are widely used restorative materials.
- Variations in alloy composition and structure influence performance.
- Understanding material behavior is crucial for clinical success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the properties of four distinct dental amalgam alloys.
- To evaluate mechanical properties, dimensional stability, and corrosion resistance.
- To identify superior performing materials for dental applications.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of four dental amalgam products: Six Eighty Amalgam Alloy, Fluor Alloy, Amalcap non gamma2, and Indiloy.
- Assessment of alloy structure, dimensional changes using a novel method, compressive strength, relaxation-test behavior, and corrosion resistance.
- Demonstration of the correlation between relaxation-test and creep-test.
Main Results:
- Indiloy displayed a unique structure with mercury interaction forming a matrix.
- Fluor Alloy and Indiloy showed anomalous dimensional changes (contraction then expansion).
- Indiloy demonstrated superior mechanical properties and corrosion resistance compared to Six Eighty Amalgam Alloy.
- Amalcap non gamma2 and Indiloy exhibited significantly higher corrosion resistance.
Conclusions:
- Indiloy offers enhanced mechanical properties and corrosion resistance, making it a promising dental restorative material.
- Amalcap non gamma2 also shows good corrosion resistance.
- Material selection should consider specific performance characteristics like dimensional stability and mechanical integrity.