Biomimetics is a branch of science that explores the technical beauty of nature. The concept
of biomimetics has been brilliantly applied in famous applications such as the design of the …

The aim of the study was to evaluate antibacterial activity of composite materials modified
with calcium fluoride against cariogenic bacteria S. mutans and L. acidophilus. One …

The fluoride ion has a well-established beneficial role in dentistry in protecting the teeth from
assault by caries. It is known to contribute to the dynamic mineralisation process of the …

Introduction Development of white spot lesions (WSLs) during orthodontic treatment is a
common risk factor. Fixation of the orthodontic appliances with glass ionomer cements could …

This systematic review appraises studies conducted with layered double hydroxides (LDHs)
for fluoride release in dentistry. LDH has been used as antacids, water purification in …

Aim: The study evaluated the antibacterial effects of dental restorations such as nano-hybrid
composite (Empress), a glass ionomer cement (GIC Gold label Type 9) and silver amalgam …

Fluoride (F) is important for enhancing illogical activity of bioceramics. To increase fluoride
content of derived Hench bioactive glass (BaG), bioactive fluorosilicate glasses (BaG-F x) …

Although total joint replacement surgery has become common in recent years, problems due
to bacterial infection remain a significant complication following this procedure. One …

The aim of the study was to assess the fluoride ion release and antibacterial activities of the
glassionomer cement Fuji IX and the compomer (composite modified polyacid) Dyract AP …

Orthodontic adhesives have similar properties in terms of fluoride release, roughness, shear
bond strength or cement debris for specific clinical conditions. Three commercial …