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What is the primary characteristic of Metal-Ceramic Alloys (MCA) regarding their thermal compatibility with ceramics at higher sintering temperatures?

  • Ti alloys can be used with ceramics that have sintering temperatures up to 1600°C.
  • All types of MCA are compatible with any ceramic irrespective of sintering temperature.
  • MCA can only be used with ceramics that have a solidus temperature above 2000°C.
  • MCA are compatible with ceramics that have low sintering temperatures. (correct)

    • Which element in the surface layer of MCA is responsible for providing corrosion resistance?

  • Zinc (correct)
  • Copper
  • Aluminum
  • Iron

    • How does the modulus of elasticity of MCA affect its interaction with the ceramic?

  • It decreases the stiffness of the MCA.
  • It allows for greater compression of the ceramic.
  • It prevents the transmission of occlusal stress to the ceramic. (correct)
  • It increases the resistance of the ceramic to wear.

    • Which of the following metals is not found in the composition of gold-based MCA?

    <p>Nickel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant biological condition that MCA must satisfy?

    <p>They must be non-cytotoxic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alloy has the highest yield strength?

    <p>Pd-Cu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary disadvantage of the Au-Pd alloy?

    <p>Colour change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alloy is contraindicated for bridges with more than 3 units?

    <p>Pd-Cu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the modulus of elasticity for the Pd-Ag alloy?

    <p>11.1 GPa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alloy would be best indicated for PFM crowns based on adhesion criteria?

    <p>Au-Pd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following alloys is considered cheap?

    <p>Pd-Ag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alloy has the highest hardness value?

    <p>Pd-Cu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended alloy for extended bridges based on stiffness criteria?

    <p>Pd-Ag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these alloys is known for unpredictable bonding with ceramics?

    <p>Ni-Cr</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alloy contains the lowest content of gold?

    <p>Pd-Cu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alloy is indicated for movable partial denture frameworks?

    <p>Co-Cr</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alloy has a high modulus of elasticity among the options?

    <p>Pd-Ag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main disadvantage of the Ni-Cr alloy?

    <p>Minimal thickness of the metal capping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which property is emphasized in the selection criteria for crowns?

    <p>Tarnish and corrosion strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs to atomic slip in the crystal lattice when the yield point is exceeded?

    <p>Atoms shift to a new position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which treatment process helps restore ductility in metals by releasing internal stresses?

    <p>Annealing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of grain growth during the hardening process?

    <p>Increased yield strength.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key disadvantages of high noble alloys based on Palladium-Ag?

    <p>Porous castings due to gas absorption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is primarily used to increase the stiffness of dental alloys?

    <p>Copper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of Ruthenium or Indium in alloy compositions?

    <p>To serve as centers of crystallization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of noble alloy is classified as extra-hard and suitable for crowns and extended dental bridges?

    <p>Type IV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common side effect to patients caused by dental alloys based on Nickel?

    <p>Pulmonary reactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What casting technique can lead to the formation of defects due to increased chemical reactivity?

    <p>Induction casting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key mechanical property that indicates how easily a material can be worked mechanically?

    <p>Hardness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alloy is known for having the best resistance to corrosion, making it suitable for dental applications?

    <p>Titanium alloys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor predominantly affects the casting defects in alloys?

    <p>Density of the alloy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the imposed conditions considered for dental alloys?

    <p>Aesthetic appeal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes an insoluble solid solution?

    <p>Atoms of each metal form crystals without interference.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conditions increase the solubility of one metal in another in a partially soluble solid solution?

    <p>Similar atomic radii.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if an alloy contains two or more phases?

    <p>It becomes susceptible to electrolytic corrosion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one characteristic of intermetallic compounds?

    <p>They exhibit few imperfections in crystals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do soluble impurities have on the microscopic structure of alloys?

    <p>They help form fine grains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of deformation is characterized by the recovery of atoms to their initial positions upon removal of external forces?

    <p>Elastic deformation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about plastic deformation is correct?

    <p>It leads to a permanent change in the structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to issues like fractures or corrosion in alloys due to impurities?

    <p>Gaze inclusions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of precious metals in relation to corrosion?

    <p>They are resistant to corrosion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following metals is NOT traditionally categorized as a noble metal?

    <p>Copper (Cu)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a carat measure in terms of gold alloys?

    <p>The purity of gold in the alloy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which processing method transforms a metal disc into a cup?

    <p>Deep drawing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total weight equivalent of pure gold in carats?

    <p>24 carats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is classified as a non-noble metal?

    <p>Zinc (Zn)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of thermal treatments in alloy processing?

    <p>To improve the properties of cold-worked alloys.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the fineness measurement in gold alloys?

    <p>Fineness expresses the number of pure gold parts per 1000 parts of the alloy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main result of reducing grain size in a material?

    <p>Increased yield strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do large grains typically have on fracture toughness?

    <p>Decreased fracture toughness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the presence of impurities affect crystal formation?

    <p>Increases the number of crystallization centers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of solid solution forms when metals have specific, regular positions in the crystal lattice?

    <p>Regular solid solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of interstitial solid solutions?

    <p>Atoms occupy both lattice and interstitial positions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the concentration of grain boundaries relate to grain size?

    <p>Increases as grain size decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common application of fine-grain materials?

    <p>Partial denture frameworks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do grain boundaries have on dislocation movements?

    <p>Act as barriers against dislocation movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Metals and Alloys

    • Precious metals are high in the normal voltage series, more inert, and thus more resistant to corrosion. This "noble quality" makes them chemically more stable. Examples include Au, Pt, Pd, Ru, Ir, Os. Silver (Ag) is considered noble but not precious.

    • Precious metals resist oxidation, tarnishing, and corrosion during heating, casting, and soldering processes.

    Terminology

    • Precious metals are defined by their intrinsic value. Noble metals are precious metals, but not necessarily the opposite. Non-noble metals are reactive metals that combine easily with their surroundings.

    • The carat/karat and fineness express the gold content in an alloy. The carat is a relative measure of gold content (24k = pure gold). Fineness is the amount of pure gold per thousand parts of the alloy (1000 = pure gold).

    Methods of Processing

    • Cold working involves shaping a metal without heating, e.g., deep drawing, stamping.

    • Heat working involves heating a metal for shaping, e.g., melting, casting, soldering, welding.

    • Thermal treatments improve alloy properties after cold working.

    • Galvanoplating and pulverization are methods to create metallic casts or models.

    Classification

    • Alloys are classified by chemical composition. Noble alloys include high gold content, and low gold content, with Ag-Pd and Pd as bases for some. Non-noble alloys are based on Ni-Cr, Co-Cr, titanium, and iron (stainless steel).

    • ADA (1981, 1984) classification distinguishes high noble, noble, and predominantly base alloys, determined by the percentage of noble metals in the alloy.

    • ADA specification #5 for high noble alloys defines Types I-IV based on gold content, and their suitability for inlays, onlays, crowns, and partial dentures. This classification also considers casting temperature.

    Crystal Structure

    • Metal solidification forms crystals during cooling from the liquid state.

    • Atoms within a crystal have a specific arrangement. This repetitive structure forms a three-dimensional crystal lattice (cubic, face-centered cubic, body-centered cubic).

    • Crystallization occurs with the formation of nuclei (centers). Developing crystals form grains. Crystal growth is dendritic, creating a branching network emanating from the nucleation centers.

    • The crystals contact each other but don't necessarily have a perfect geometric form (like a cube or sphere).

    • Homogeneous nucleation relates to uniform crystal growth with a rapid cooling rate leading to higher nucleation centers and smaller grains. Heterogeneous nucleation is affected by impurities that act as agents for crystallization, which also results in smaller grains.

    • Grain boundaries form restrictions to dislocation movement, but can promote fracture propagation. Smaller grain sizes lead to higher grain boundary area. Large grains have fewer boundaries and encourage fracture.

    Practical Applications

    • Fine grain properties are preferred in situations where enhanced strength (higher Young's modulus) and fracture toughness are needed. Fine grain (small and numerous grains) alloys are frequently used in partial denture frameworks.

    • Larger grains (few grains) exhibit high ductility and low fracture toughness

    Crystal Structure of Alloys

    • Alloys are mixtures of 2 or more metals.

    • During cooling, metals' atoms randomly occupy lattice positions, creating a solid solution.

    Solid Solution

    • Metals dissolve into each other.

    • Solid solutions can be irregular (atoms randomly disposed) or regular (specific positions within the lattice) or interstitial (atoms of one metal are positioned within the interstices of the other metal).

    Insoluble Solid Solution

    • Metals form separate crystals.

    • Alloys with two or more phases are prone to electrolytic corrosion (more when the metals' potentials differ).

    Partially Soluble Solid Solution

    • The solubility of the metals depends on their structures and atomic radius and valency. Similar characteristics increase solubility

    Intermetallic Compounds

    • Atoms with strong affinity form stable compounds

    • These compounds have fewer crystal defects, exhibiting decreased ductility. They are typically brittle.

    Practical Applications of Impurities

    • Useful impurities can improve grain size for specific applications (alloys with fine grains).

    • Insoluble impurities create defects. Oxides and air inclusions create defects that can accelerate corrosion and promote fractures.

    ### Deformation

    • Elastic deformation is reversible and proportional to applied force.

    • Plastic deformation is permanent. The removal of force does not bring a return to the original shape

    • Hardening through mechanical and heat treatments influences crystal lattice structure, altering strengths and ductilities.

    Casting

    • Melting range varies across alloy types, including factors like solidus and liquidus temperatures. Narrow ranges signify homogeneous crystallization.

    • The casting coefficient of thermal contraction impacts restoration sizing. High values mean risks of undersized restorations.

    Adhesion

    • Adhesion impacts metal-ceramic and metal-acrylic applications. Also relevant to cement in metal-ceramic scenarios.

    Noble Dental Alloys

    • Properties of noble alloys include high corrosion strength and biocompatibility.

    Noble Alloys; Indications

    • Types of noble alloys (I-IV) are indicated for specific restorations (inlays, onlays, crowns, and partial dentures), and dependent upon hardness and ductility requirements.

    The Role of Elements in Alloy Composition

    • Elements in alloy compositions affect stiffness, tarnish resistance, casting porosity, and hardness

    Properties

    • Homogenization treatments, hardening treatments, and alloys' composition are considered crucial.

    Medium and Low-Gold Alloys

    • These alloys have a lower gold content than high-noble alloys. Pd and Cu elements are typically added to counteract tarnishing tendencies or for improvements in homogenization treatment outcomes. Higher variations in properties are typical across this class.

    Noble Alloys based on Ag-Pd

    • These alloys are similar to high-noble alloys, and are prone to porosity issues related to the oxygen affinity of Ag and Pd. The ratio of Ag to Pd helps to lessen corrosion risk.

    Noble Alloys based on Pd-Ag

    • These alloys have high yield strength, improved corrosion resistance, and are reasonably inexpensive. Some disadvantages include potential colour change and susceptibility to porosity issues.

    Non-Noble Alloys

    • These alloys lack Au, Ag, Pt, and Pd. General properties include reduced biocompatibility, significant contraction, high casting temperatures, and diminished ductility.

    Alloys based on Co-Cr

    • Co and Cr compositions create a solid solution with high corrosion resistance. Mo, Ti additions impact ductility and reduce allergic reactions.

    Alloys based on Ni-Cr

    • Ni and Cr form an alloy used for many dental restorations that feature good corrosion resistance and hardness. Other additions affect ductility and susceptibility to allergic responses.

    Titanium and Titanium Alloys

    • Titanium's purity is graded according to oxygen and iron content.

    • Common titanium alloys in dentistry include Ti-6Al-4V, a notable alloy because of its strength, and fatigue resistance.

    Casting

    • High thermal shrinkage is characteristic when casting titanium. Casting techniques (e.g., vacuum or inert gas atmosphere) can address these concerns in particular cases.

    Alloys for Metal-Ceramic Technique

    • Alloys used in metal/ceramic restorations should have a strong bond with ceramics, minimizing issues with ceramic discoloration or fracturing risks.

    MCA Composition

    • Specific elements and percentage compositions are needed for accurate alloy production.

    MCA Properties

    • The modulus of elasticity, hardness, and density of different MCA types vary.

    Used Criteria to Select Alloys

    • Clinical indications (e.g., crowns, bridges, PFM restorations) guide alloy selection

    Specific properties including hardness, accuracy, modulus of elasticity, Easy soldering, and biocompatibility are used when choosing suitable alloys for a given use.

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