Background An important tool in materials research, development and characterization
regarding mechanical performance is the testing of fracture toughness. A high level of …

The testing of fracture toughness becomes problematic when only limited amount of material
is available that hinders the production of typical beam specimens to be tested in bending …

Objectives The purpose of this study is to improve wear resistance and mechanical
properties of lithium disilicate glass-ceramics by refining their crystal sizes. Methods After …

Abstract Purpose of Review We intend by this short critical review to highlight important
aspects regarding the mechanical testing of fracture toughness. The final aim is to increase …

This study examined the effect of silane and phosphate functional monomer on bond
strengths between a resin-based luting agent joined to a lithium disilicate ceramic (IPS e …

Post-crystallization annealing above the T g was applied to a lithium disilicate glass-ceramic
with microstructure consisting of glassy matrix and rod-like lithium disilicate crystals, effect of …

The computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) system was
introduced to shorten the production time of all-ceramic restorations and the number of …

Objectives To analyze the influence of thickness and incisal extension of indirect veneers on
the stress and strain generated in maxillary canine teeth. Materials and Methods A 3 …

Purpose: To evaluate the effect of marginal finish line design and fabrication techniques on
the fracture resistance of lithium disilicate laminate veneer. Materials and methods: A total of …

Разработаны оптимальный метод получения экспериментальных образцов из
керамических материалов, а также испытательный стенд для проведения …