Ion-releasing dental restorative composites containing functionalized brushite nanoparticles for improved mechanical strength

This study describes the synthesis of brushite nanoparticles (CaHPO4 ·2H2O) functionalized with triethylene glycol dimethacrylate (TEGDMA) and their application in dental restorative composites with remineralizing capabilities.

Source: Dental Materials - February 5, 2018 Category: Materials Science Authors: Marcela C. Rodrigues, Marina D.S. Chiari, Yvette Alania, Livia C. Natale, Victor E. Arana-Chavez, Marcia M. Meier, Vict ória S. Fadel, Flavio M. Vichi, Thiago L.R. Hewer, Roberto R. Braga Source Type: research