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Markus B Blatz1, Amirah Alammar2, Francisco Rojas3
1Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Chair, Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences, and Assistant Dean, Digital Innovation and Professional Development, University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995)
|December 22, 2023
Summary
The resin-ceramic bond strength is crucial for durable resin-bonded CAD/CAM ceramic restorations. This article updates best practices for ceramic bonding protocols, including surface pretreatment and priming agents for common CAD/CAM ceramics.
Area of Science:
- Dental Materials Science
- Biomaterials Engineering
Background:
- Resin-bonded CAD/CAM ceramic restorations are increasingly popular.
- Restoration longevity and clinical quality depend on resin-ceramic bond strength and durability.
- Selecting appropriate ceramic bonding protocols is vital due to diverse ceramic materials and compositions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive update on current resin-bonding protocols for commonly used CAD/CAM ceramics.
- To highlight the importance of ceramic type and composition in protocol selection.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on resin-bonding protocols for CAD/CAM ceramics.
- Analysis of typical protocol steps: surface pretreatment and priming agent application.
Main Results:
- The choice of bonding protocol is significantly influenced by ceramic material type and composition.
- Standard protocols involve specific surface pretreatment and priming agent application steps.
Conclusions:
- Adherence to optimized bonding protocols is essential for predictable clinical outcomes.
- Understanding ceramic properties is key to selecting effective bonding strategies for CAD/CAM restorations.
