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  • Dental Materials Science
  • Biomaterials Engineering
  • Polymer Degradation

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  • The clinical longevity of dental restorations is challenged by the dynamic oral environment.
  • Current methods lack standardization for evaluating material lifespan under simulated oral conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the impact of various artificial aging procedures on the mechanical properties of dental materials.
  • To compare the degradation susceptibility of different dental materials, including Resin F, Flow-Art, and Arkon.

Main Methods:

  • Evaluation of flexural strength (FS), diametral tensile strength (DTS), and hardness (HV) after aging.
  • Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) for structural analysis of material degradation.
  • Application of multiple aging protocols, including chemical and thermal stressors.

Main Results:

  • All tested aging protocols influenced the mechanical properties and structure of the dental materials.
  • Resin F (neat resin) exhibited greater mechanical degradation compared to composite materials.
  • Protocol 5 (0.1 M NaOH, 7 days, 60 °C) was identified as the most aggressive aging condition.

Conclusions:

  • Artificial aging significantly affects the mechanical integrity and structure of dental materials.
  • Resin-based dental composites demonstrate varying susceptibility to degradation, with neat resins being more vulnerable.
  • Developing standardized aging procedures is essential for predicting and enhancing the clinical performance of dental restorations.