Sponsored by: Dental Materials
Description: This talk will explore the recent advances in restorative dentistry regarding resin-composites that are defined as nano-composites. Several advantages and drawbacks will be highlighted in relation to their handling, mechanical and surface in-vitro properties. The effect of filler size and shape will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
understand how the introduction of nanofillers can manipulate critical properties of resin composites
be familiar with the development of nano-composites and their main characteristics
highlight possible future advances