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ArticlePolymers2023

Mechanical and Biocompatibility Properties of 3D-Printed Dental Resin Reinforced with Glass Silica and Zirconia Nanoparticles: In Vitro Study.

Abdullah Alshamrani, Abdulaziz Alhotan, Elizabeth Kelly, Ayman Ellakwa

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Article in Polymers, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 34 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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34 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.

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5 · Who and what money

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4 authors.

Abdullah AlshamraniOral Rehabilitation & Dental Biomaterial and Bioengineering, The University of Sydney, Sydney 2006, Australia.ORCID 0000-0002-7805-7600
Abdulaziz AlhotanDepartment of Dental Health, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh P.O. Box 12372, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0000-0002-9036-0485
Elizabeth KellyThe Cellular and Molecular Pathology Research Unit, Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine, School of Dentistry, The University of Sydney, Westmead Hospital, Westmead 2145, Australia.
Ayman EllakwaOral Rehabilitation & Dental Biomaterial and Bioengineering, The University of Sydney, Sydney 2006, Australia.ORCID 0000-0003-3880-4277

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the mechanical and biocompatibility properties of dental resin reinforced with different nanoparticle additives. Temporary crown specimens were 3D-printed and grouped based on nanoparticle type and amount, including zirconia and glass silica. Flexural strength testing evaluated the material's ability to withstand mechanical stress using a three-point bending test. Biocompatibility was tested using MTT and dead/live cell assays to assess effects on cell viability and tissue integration. Fractured specimens were analysed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) for fracture surface examination and elemental composition determination. Results show that adding 5% glass fillers and 10-20% zirconia nanoparticles significantly improves the flexural strength and biocompatibility of the resin material. Specifically, the addition of 10%, 20% zirconia, and 5% glass silica by weight significantly increases the flexural strength of the 3D-printed resins. Biocompatibility testing reveals cell viabilities greater than 80% in all tested groups. Reinforced 3D-printed resin holds clinical potential for restorative dentistry, as zirconia and glass fillers have been shown to enhance mechanical and biocompatibility properties of dental resin, making it a promising option for dental restorations. The findings of this study may contribute to the development of more effective and durable dental materials.

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additive manufacturingmechanical propertiestemporary crownthree-dimensional printing

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PMID37299322
PMCPMC10255304

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