Surface Properties of Dental Restorative Materials
A special issue of Journal of Functional Biomaterials (ISSN 2079-4983). This special issue belongs to the section "Dental Biomaterials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 59
Special Issue Editors
Interests: oral rehabilitation; prosthotodontics; implants; dental materials; biocompatibility; regenerative biomaterials; polymers
Interests: restorative dentistry; endodontics; dental materials; biomaterials;esthetics; clinical dentistry
Interests: oral rehabilitation;prosthotodontics; color; esthetics; wear; implants; regenerative biomaterials
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The surface properties of dental restorative materials are crucial determinants of their durability, functionality, and esthetic appeal in clinical applications. Characteristics such as surface roughness, hardness, and texture significantly influence a restoration's resistance to wear, its tendency to retain bacterial plaque, and its interactions with surrounding biological tissues. Common restorative materials, including composite resins, ceramics, and metal alloys, each possess unique surface attributes that impact their long-term clinical success and patient satisfaction.
Surface roughness, in particular, plays a vital role in preventing plaque accumulation, thereby reducing the risk of secondary caries and gingival inflammation. Smoother surfaces, such as those found in ceramics, generally exhibit lower bacterial adhesion compared to the micro-textured surfaces of composite resins. Additionally, the material’s hardness is directly related to its wear resistance and ability to maintain polish over time, both of which are fundamental for the esthetic quality of restorations and patient comfort.
Another key factor is surface tension, which affects the adhesive properties between the restorative material and the tooth structure, impacting both retention and stability. The successful integration of restorative materials into the dynamic oral environment, with its variations in pH, moisture, and masticatory forces, relies on careful material selection and precise surface treatments tailored to these conditions.
This Special Issue, entitled “Surface Properties of Dental Restorative Materials”, invites original research articles and reviews that explore recent advancements in optimizing these properties to enhance clinical outcomes in dental restoration.
Prof. Dr. Paulo Maurício
Prof. Dr. Maria Victoria Fuentes
Dr. José Alexandre Reis
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- dental restorative materials
- surface properties
- surface roughness
- bacterial adhesion
- wear resistance
- eesthetics
- biocompatibility
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