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What is the ideal radiopacity of a composite used as a posterior restorative material?
What is the ideal radiopacity of a composite used as a posterior restorative material?
- Lower than dentine
- Higher than enamel
- Non-radiopaque
- Equal to enamel (correct)
Which type of discoloration is primarily caused by a gap between the restoration and tooth tissues?
Which type of discoloration is primarily caused by a gap between the restoration and tooth tissues?
- Bulk discoloration
- Surface roughness discoloration
- General surface discoloration
- Marginal discoloration (correct)
What is a significant challenge when interpreting compressive strength of composites?
What is a significant challenge when interpreting compressive strength of composites?
- It is a direct indicator of tensile strength
- Easy measurement techniques are available
- Compressive strength is always higher than tensile strength
- Various failure modes can affect results (correct)
Why is tensile strength measurement considered more meaningful than compressive strength for restorative materials?
Why is tensile strength measurement considered more meaningful than compressive strength for restorative materials?
Which method can help mitigate general surface discoloration in composite materials?
Which method can help mitigate general surface discoloration in composite materials?
What is a common result of long-term chemical breakdown in amine-cured composites?
What is a common result of long-term chemical breakdown in amine-cured composites?
What makes measuring tensile strength in brittle materials like composites difficult?
What makes measuring tensile strength in brittle materials like composites difficult?
Which of the following is not a type of discoloration that composites may experience?
Which of the following is not a type of discoloration that composites may experience?
What is the primary reason for water absorption in composite resins?
What is the primary reason for water absorption in composite resins?
What intrinsic water sorption range is suggested for resins?
What intrinsic water sorption range is suggested for resins?
Which composite type generally has a higher coefficient of thermal expansion?
Which composite type generally has a higher coefficient of thermal expansion?
What effect does increasing filler loading in composite resins have on thermal expansion?
What effect does increasing filler loading in composite resins have on thermal expansion?
Which factor can lead to excess water absorption in composite resins?
Which factor can lead to excess water absorption in composite resins?
What is the purpose of using thin samples for water sorption measurements?
What is the purpose of using thin samples for water sorption measurements?
What composite resin has the highest reported intrinsic water sorption according to the data?
What composite resin has the highest reported intrinsic water sorption according to the data?
What is the coefficient of thermal expansion for enamel?
What is the coefficient of thermal expansion for enamel?
What is the primary use of the diametral tensile test in dental materials?
What is the primary use of the diametral tensile test in dental materials?
Which type of wear involves two surfaces rubbing together directly?
Which type of wear involves two surfaces rubbing together directly?
What factor may impact the wear resistance of dental composites according to early studies?
What factor may impact the wear resistance of dental composites according to early studies?
What is a common challenge in measuring wear in dental materials?
What is a common challenge in measuring wear in dental materials?
Which statement best describes fatigue wear?
Which statement best describes fatigue wear?
What type of wear is associated with chemical attacks through hydrolysis or acid-induced erosion?
What type of wear is associated with chemical attacks through hydrolysis or acid-induced erosion?
Why may laboratory tests not accurately predict in vivo wear of dental composites?
Why may laboratory tests not accurately predict in vivo wear of dental composites?
Which restorative material has the highest diametral tensile strength according to the provided data?
Which restorative material has the highest diametral tensile strength according to the provided data?
What is one of the limitations of using hardness as an indicator of wear resistance in composites?
What is one of the limitations of using hardness as an indicator of wear resistance in composites?
What factor is suggested to be crucial for reliably evaluating wear mechanisms in composites?
What factor is suggested to be crucial for reliably evaluating wear mechanisms in composites?
What can increasing the filler loading in resin composites lead to?
What can increasing the filler loading in resin composites lead to?
Which method is NOT mentioned as a way to increase viscosity in resin composites?
Which method is NOT mentioned as a way to increase viscosity in resin composites?
What is the purpose of acid etching with phosphoric acid when using composite resins?
What is the purpose of acid etching with phosphoric acid when using composite resins?
Which type of composite was developed to improve marginal adaptation?
Which type of composite was developed to improve marginal adaptation?
What are flowable composites primarily used for?
What are flowable composites primarily used for?
What is a limitation of packable composites?
What is a limitation of packable composites?
Which component is primarily associated with cytotoxic reactions in composite resins?
Which component is primarily associated with cytotoxic reactions in composite resins?
Why are high-molecular-weight monomers considered less problematic?
Why are high-molecular-weight monomers considered less problematic?
What is a common drawback of the resin composite materials in terms of caries?
What is a common drawback of the resin composite materials in terms of caries?
What improvement do contemporary handling characteristics achieve with resin composites?
What improvement do contemporary handling characteristics achieve with resin composites?
What is the primary function of fluoro-alumino-silicate glass in a polyacid-modified resin composite?
What is the primary function of fluoro-alumino-silicate glass in a polyacid-modified resin composite?
Which component is responsible for forming the resin matrix in a polyacid-modified resin composite?
Which component is responsible for forming the resin matrix in a polyacid-modified resin composite?
What triggers the acid-base reaction that helps release fluoride in a compomer?
What triggers the acid-base reaction that helps release fluoride in a compomer?
What is a key difference between compomers and standard composite resins?
What is a key difference between compomers and standard composite resins?
What role do hydrophilic monomers play in polyacid-modified resin composites?
What role do hydrophilic monomers play in polyacid-modified resin composites?
In which type of composite do methacrylated polycarboxylic acid copolymers play a role?
In which type of composite do methacrylated polycarboxylic acid copolymers play a role?
What initiates the curing process in compomers?
What initiates the curing process in compomers?
What distinguishes compomers from resin-modified glass-ionomer cements (RMGICs)?
What distinguishes compomers from resin-modified glass-ionomer cements (RMGICs)?
Which component is critical for the continuous release of fluoride in compomers?
Which component is critical for the continuous release of fluoride in compomers?
What does the copolymerization process involve in compomers?
What does the copolymerization process involve in compomers?
What is a primary advantage of indirect composite restorations?
What is a primary advantage of indirect composite restorations?
Which type of fiber-reinforced composite is known for having high flexural strength?
Which type of fiber-reinforced composite is known for having high flexural strength?
What is the main reason composite restorations are preferred for anterior applications?
What is the main reason composite restorations are preferred for anterior applications?
What type of fiber form is used in the 'Stick-Net' composite product?
What type of fiber form is used in the 'Stick-Net' composite product?
What concern remains with composite restorations despite lab curing?
What concern remains with composite restorations despite lab curing?
In which application are FRCs primarily utilized?
In which application are FRCs primarily utilized?
Which of the following statements about posterior restorations is true?
Which of the following statements about posterior restorations is true?
What is a characteristic of particulate-filled composite resins?
What is a characteristic of particulate-filled composite resins?
What is the primary issue with large composite restorations compared to amalgam restorations?
What is the primary issue with large composite restorations compared to amalgam restorations?
What can happen as a result of poor adhesion to dentin in composite restorations?
What can happen as a result of poor adhesion to dentin in composite restorations?
What is the average particle size of filler particles in small-particle hybrid composites?
What is the average particle size of filler particles in small-particle hybrid composites?
Which factor complicates the bonding of composites to heavily compromised teeth?
Which factor complicates the bonding of composites to heavily compromised teeth?
What benefit do smaller sized filler particles provide to composites?
What benefit do smaller sized filler particles provide to composites?
Why are composites more susceptible to wear in posterior restorations?
Why are composites more susceptible to wear in posterior restorations?
In which fields has nanotechnology had a significant impact?
In which fields has nanotechnology had a significant impact?
What role does moisture control play in composite restorations?
What role does moisture control play in composite restorations?
What can occur if composite restorations are placed in patients with habitual bruxism?
What can occur if composite restorations are placed in patients with habitual bruxism?
How do complementary particle size distributions benefit filler loading?
How do complementary particle size distributions benefit filler loading?
What is the resolution limit of visible light compared to surface irregularities from small filler particles?
What is the resolution limit of visible light compared to surface irregularities from small filler particles?
What is a disadvantage of composite materials in comparison to glass ionomer cements (GICs)?
What is a disadvantage of composite materials in comparison to glass ionomer cements (GICs)?
What is a consequence of inadequate marginal adaptation in deep gingival preparations?
What is a consequence of inadequate marginal adaptation in deep gingival preparations?
How does thermal expansion mismatch affect composite restorations?
How does thermal expansion mismatch affect composite restorations?
What is the primary strength factor of composite restorations?
What is the primary strength factor of composite restorations?
What is a significant characteristic of fluoride release in compomers?
What is a significant characteristic of fluoride release in compomers?
What is necessary for compomers to adhere to enamel and dentin effectively?
What is necessary for compomers to adhere to enamel and dentin effectively?
In terms of polymerization shrinkage, how does compomer compare to composite resins?
In terms of polymerization shrinkage, how does compomer compare to composite resins?
What limits the applications of compomers in dental procedures?
What limits the applications of compomers in dental procedures?
What distinguishes the mechanical properties of compomers from composite resins?
What distinguishes the mechanical properties of compomers from composite resins?
How does the water absorption of compomers compare to that of composite resins?
How does the water absorption of compomers compare to that of composite resins?
What is one potential issue with compomers due to their hydrophilic resin matrix?
What is one potential issue with compomers due to their hydrophilic resin matrix?
In which situations are compomers considered a good alternative to glass ionomers?
In which situations are compomers considered a good alternative to glass ionomers?
What can improve the performance of certain compomer products?
What can improve the performance of certain compomer products?
What is a common clinical outcome reported for compomers after 3-4 years of use?
What is a common clinical outcome reported for compomers after 3-4 years of use?
Flashcards
Diametral Tensile Test
Diametral Tensile Test
A test that evaluates the tensile strength of a material by applying force perpendicular to the diameter of a disc-shaped specimen. It's less direct than a standard tensile test.
Hardness
Hardness
The ability of a material to resist scratching or indentation. Hard materials have a higher resistance to wear.
Wear Resistance
Wear Resistance
How much material is worn away over time. It's influenced by factors like hardness, interaction with other surfaces, and chemical attack.
Abrasive Wear
Abrasive Wear
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Three-Body Abrasion
Three-Body Abrasion
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Fatigue Wear
Fatigue Wear
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Corrosive Wear
Corrosive Wear
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Hydrolysis
Hydrolysis
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Stress Corrosion Cracking
Stress Corrosion Cracking
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Predicting Wear Resistance
Predicting Wear Resistance
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Radiopacity of Composites
Radiopacity of Composites
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Radiopacity for Caries Detection
Radiopacity for Caries Detection
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Marginal Discoloration
Marginal Discoloration
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General Surface Discoloration
General Surface Discoloration
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Bulk Discoloration
Bulk Discoloration
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Compressive Strength
Compressive Strength
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Tensile Strength
Tensile Strength
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Diametral Tensile Strength (DTS)
Diametral Tensile Strength (DTS)
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Compomer
Compomer
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Fluoro-alumino-silicate glass
Fluoro-alumino-silicate glass
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Carboxyl group containing monomer
Carboxyl group containing monomer
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Dimethacrylate monomer (UDMA)
Dimethacrylate monomer (UDMA)
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Radical polymerization
Radical polymerization
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Fluoride release in compomers
Fluoride release in compomers
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Hydrophilic monomers
Hydrophilic monomers
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Compomers as resin-based composites
Compomers as resin-based composites
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Spectrum of restorative materials
Spectrum of restorative materials
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Difference between compomers and RMGICs
Difference between compomers and RMGICs
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Water Sorption in Composite Resins
Water Sorption in Composite Resins
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Water Sorption
Water Sorption
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Equilibrium Water Uptake
Equilibrium Water Uptake
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Resin Content
Resin Content
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Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
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Differential Expansion Factor
Differential Expansion Factor
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Glass Filler
Glass Filler
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Micro-filled Resin
Micro-filled Resin
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Complementary Particle Size Distributions
Complementary Particle Size Distributions
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Small-Particle Hybrid Composites
Small-Particle Hybrid Composites
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Nanocomposites
Nanocomposites
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Ideal Viscosity in Composite Resins
Ideal Viscosity in Composite Resins
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Flowable Composites
Flowable Composites
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Packable Composites
Packable Composites
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Light Curing of Composite Resins
Light Curing of Composite Resins
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Adhesion of Composite Resins
Adhesion of Composite Resins
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Components of Composite Resins
Components of Composite Resins
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Biocompatibility of Composite Resins
Biocompatibility of Composite Resins
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Limitations of Composite Resins
Limitations of Composite Resins
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Filler Loading in Composite Resins
Filler Loading in Composite Resins
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Ideal Viscosity in Composite Resins
Ideal Viscosity in Composite Resins
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Indirect Composite Restorations
Indirect Composite Restorations
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Fiber-Reinforced Composites (FRCs)
Fiber-Reinforced Composites (FRCs)
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Applications of Fiber-Reinforced Composites (FRCs)
Applications of Fiber-Reinforced Composites (FRCs)
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Aesthetic Benefits of Composite Restorations
Aesthetic Benefits of Composite Restorations
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Limitations of Composite Restorations in the Posterior
Limitations of Composite Restorations in the Posterior
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Composite Restorations for Early Cavities
Composite Restorations for Early Cavities
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The Advantage of Lab Curing
The Advantage of Lab Curing
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Unreacted Methacrylate in Composite Restorations
Unreacted Methacrylate in Composite Restorations
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Polymerization Shrinkage in Composites
Polymerization Shrinkage in Composites
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Dentin Bonding Challenges in Composites
Dentin Bonding Challenges in Composites
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Thermal Expansion Mismatch in Composites
Thermal Expansion Mismatch in Composites
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Occlusal Load on Posterior Composites
Occlusal Load on Posterior Composites
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Composite Material Properties & Bond Strength
Composite Material Properties & Bond Strength
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Deep Gingival Preparations and Composites
Deep Gingival Preparations and Composites
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Composite Bond Strength & Enamel
Composite Bond Strength & Enamel
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Composite Wear and Load-Bearing Cusps
Composite Wear and Load-Bearing Cusps
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Moisture Control for Composite Bonding
Moisture Control for Composite Bonding
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Bruxism and Composite Wear
Bruxism and Composite Wear
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Handling Characteristics of Compomers
Handling Characteristics of Compomers
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Adhesion of Compomers
Adhesion of Compomers
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Polymerization Shrinkage in Compomers
Polymerization Shrinkage in Compomers
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Mechanical Properties of Compomers
Mechanical Properties of Compomers
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Applications of Compomers
Applications of Compomers
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Compomers as an Alternative
Compomers as an Alternative
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Water Absorption in Compomers
Water Absorption in Compomers
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Components of Compomers
Components of Compomers
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Compomers and All-Ceramic Restorations
Compomers and All-Ceramic Restorations
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Study Notes
Radiopacity
- When composites are used as posterior restorative material, their radiopacity is of utmost importance.
- A non-radiopaque composite is virtually impossible, and would allow the caries process to continue undetected for too long.
- Some composites fall short of the radiopacity requirement, and should not be used for posterior restorations.
Color Match
- The aesthetic qualities of composites are well recognized.
- Composites can suffer from discoloration in one of three ways:
- General surface discoloration
- Marginal surface discoloration
- Bulk discoloration
- Marginal discoloration is usually due to the gap between the restoration and the tooth.
- Debris penetrates the gap and leads to an unsightly marginal discoloration.
- Employing an acid-etch technique, it is possible to overcome this problem by bonding with the enamel.
Mechanical Properties
- Compressive strength and a number of composites are comparable with those of enamel and dentine.
- It is interesting to note that an anterior composite can have a similar compressive strength to that of an enamel and dentine.
- However, the indications for their use as posterior restorations are quite different.
- It is important to know the compressive strength of a material.
Wear Resistance
- Chemical attack on composites can occur as a result of a corrosive attack of the resin due to acid.
- Wear is the process by which material is displaced or removed by the interfacial forces which are generated as two surfaces rub together.
- Two-body abrasion occurs when the harder of the two surfaces rub together in the mouth.
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Test your knowledge on the properties and behavior of composite materials used as restorative materials in dentistry. This quiz covers topics such as radiopacity, discoloration, tensile and compressive strength, and other characteristics affecting composite performance. Perfect for dental students and professionals looking to refresh their understanding.