Polymerization Stress and the Influence of TOSU Addends on Methacrylate Composites
Abstract
The aesthetic appeal of composite-resin restoratives promotes their use, however their functional life is significantly shorter when compared to their metal counterparts. One possible reason is the effect of polymerization stress on marginal integrity. Shrinkage of the composite, and its associated stress, has been found to cause gap formation and stress interactions between the restorative and the adhesive. These gaps offer an ideal niche for bacteria, and, when compounded by the mechanical strain of chewing, can lead to premature failure of the restorative. Additionally, it is well known that incomplete conversion of the double bonds occurs during methacrylate polymerizations. a high degree of conversion is needed to prevent the presence of potentially hazardous monomers.
Recommended Citation
R. R. Holmes et al., "Polymerization Stress and the Influence of TOSU Addends on Methacrylate Composites,", pp. 761 - 762 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Jan 2012.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2012-80627
Meeting Name
ASME 2012 Summer Bioengineering Conference (2012, Fajardo, Puerto Rico)
Department(s)
Chemistry
International Standard Book Number (ISBN)
978-0791844809
Document Type
Article - Conference proceedings
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2012 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Jan 2012
