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Custom tinting denture bases by visible light cure lamination

J J Berté1, C A Hansen

  • 1Department of Prosthodontics, University of Florida, College of Dentistry, Gainesville 32610-0435, USA.

Journal of Prosthodontics : Official Journal of the American College of Prosthodontists
|June 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

A new lamination technique bonds tints to denture bases for a natural look. This method enhances denture aesthetics and durability using urethane dimethacrylate and methyl methacrylate materials.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Materials Science
  • Polymer Chemistry

Background:

  • Achieving natural-looking tooth coloration in dentures is crucial for patient satisfaction.
  • Existing methods for denture characterization can be time-consuming and may lack durability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and describe a novel lamination technique for enhancing denture aesthetics.
  • To chemically bond tints to a methyl methacrylate denture base using urethane dimethacrylate.

Main Methods:

  • A urethane dimethacrylate and tinting powder mixture was laminated onto a methyl methacrylate denture base.
  • The lamination was chemically bonded, creating a durable, natural-appearing tint distribution.
  • Procedures for applying the lamination pre- or post-denture processing were detailed.

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Main Results:

  • The technique successfully produced a natural-appearing distribution of tints on the denture base.
  • A hard, clear urethane layer effectively protected the applied characterization.
  • The lamination demonstrated strong chemical bonding to the denture base material.

Conclusions:

  • This lamination technique offers an effective method for achieving natural-looking denture aesthetics.
  • The chemically bonded urethane layer provides durable protection for denture characterization.
  • The described procedures allow for flexible application of the technique in dental laboratories.