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Biomimetic Bonded Restorations for Dental Applications: 2nd Edition
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Biomimetic Bonded Restorations for Dental Applications: 2nd Edition

A special issue of Biomimetics (ISSN 2313-7673).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 July 2025 | Viewed by 1467

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Dr. Hamid Nurrohman

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Department of Restorative Dentistry & Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry at Houston, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX, USA
Interests: cariology; biomimetic remineralization; biomimetic restorations; clinical translation
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Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue, entitled "Biomimetic Bonded Restorations for Dental Applications: 2nd Edition", explores the latest advancements in dentistry that aim to replicate the natural properties and aesthetics of teeth through innovative restoration techniques. This collection offers a comprehensive insight into materials science, adhesive technologies, and the clinical procedures involved in creating restorations that mimic the appearance of natural teeth and their functionality and durability. By focusing on biomimetic approaches, this Special Issue highlights methods that promote the preservation of tooth structure, enhance the bond strength between the restoration material and tooth, and encourage the regeneration of tooth tissues. This Special Issue will also pay particular attention to the development of novel materials that better replicate the mechanical and optical properties of natural teeth. Innovative research on adhesive systems that enhance the performance of these restorations in challenging clinical scenarios is also welcome. Overall, this Special Issue aims to address the need for more natural, durable, and aesthetically pleasing dental restorations, providing valuable insights for researchers and practitioners in dentistry.

Dr. Hamid Nurrohman
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Keywords

  • biomimetics
  • dentistry
  • bonded restorations
  • adhesive technology
  • materials science
  • tooth regeneration
  • aesthetic dentistry
  • durability
  • mechanical properties
  • optical properties

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Effect of Different Luting Methods on the Microtensile Bond Strength of CAD/CAM Resin Blocks
by Alexandra Vinagre, Carla Delgado, Gabriela Almeida, Ana Messias and João Carlos Ramos
Biomimetics 2025, 10(2), 123; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics10020123 - 19 Feb 2025
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The widespread implementation of new CAD/CAM materials has led to the necessity of establishing an adequate luting protocol. The aim of this study was to evaluate the microtensile bond strength (μTBS) and the film thickness of different luting methods on CAD/CAM resin blocks. [...] Read more.
The widespread implementation of new CAD/CAM materials has led to the necessity of establishing an adequate luting protocol. The aim of this study was to evaluate the microtensile bond strength (μTBS) and the film thickness of different luting methods on CAD/CAM resin blocks. Five Brilliant Crios CAD/CAM blocks (Coltene/Whaledent) were sequentially sectioned into two halves, air abraded with 50 µm aluminum oxide, and luted according to five different cementation protocols: Brilliant EverGlow (BEG), Brilliant EverGlow with ultrasound application (BEG-US), preheated Brilliant EverGlow (BEG-H), Brilliant EverGlow Flow (BEGF), and Duo Cem® Trans (DC). Subsequently, the blocks were sectioned to obtain rods, which were then submitted to a microtensile bond strength test (n = 20). The surfaces were examined with optical microscopy to determine the failure mode and the bonding interface was assessed with scanning electron microscope (SEM) analysis. Bond strength values were analyzed using one-way ANOVA and Tukey’s post hoc tests (α = 0.05). The bond strength values varied with the different cementation protocols (p < 0.001): BEG (45.48 ± 18.14 MPa), BEG-US (42.15 ± 14.90 MPa), BEG-H (41.23 ± 15.15 MPa), BEGF (58.38 ± 15.65 MPa), and DC (81.07 ± 8.75 MPa). Regarding bond strength, DC presented significantly higher values than all other experimental groups (p < 0.050), whereas all luting methods using BEG presented similar values (p = 0.894). Adhesive failures were the predominant type. On SEM evaluation, all the luting materials presented a tight and homogeneous cement–block interface with variable film thicknesses. In conclusion, among the cementation protocols, the resin cement (DC) rendered the highest bond strength values. SEM analysis revealed that the lowest film thickness was associated with the flowable composite (BEGF). Full article
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Bonding Protocols for Lithium Disilicate Veneers: A Narrative Review and Case Study
by Silvia Rojas-Rueda, Jose Villalobos-Tinoco, Clint Conner, Staley Colvert, Hamid Nurrohman and Carlos A. Jurado
Biomimetics 2025, 10(3), 188; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics10030188 - 19 Mar 2025
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Background: The bonding protocol for lithium disilicate veneers in the esthetic zone plays a crucial role in modern dental restoration techniques, focusing on the replication of natural tooth properties and esthetics. This process involves several meticulous steps on both ceramic and tooth surfaces [...] Read more.
Background: The bonding protocol for lithium disilicate veneers in the esthetic zone plays a crucial role in modern dental restoration techniques, focusing on the replication of natural tooth properties and esthetics. This process involves several meticulous steps on both ceramic and tooth surfaces to optimize material performance and bond strength. Methods: The objective of this article is to provide an updated review of the literature on the clinical steps for bonding lithium disilicate veneers in the anterior dentition and to document a clinical case where these advanced restorative techniques were applied to treat a female patient seeking to improve her smile. A preliminary review was conducted on the existing literature regarding the clinical protocols for bonding lithium disilicate veneers in the esthetic zone. The main advantage of careful bonding procedures is that they maximize the full potential of the materials’ properties. Results: A review of the literature reveals some minor differences in cleaning the veneers prior to cementation and in the number of steps involved when combining certain materials in a single application process. However, well-executed bonding procedures, following the manufacturer’s recommendations, can maximize the adhesion between the ceramic and the tooth, allowing the restorations to meet the patient’s esthetic demands. Conclusions: Effective bonding of lithium disilicate veneers in the esthetic zone requires multiple treatments on both the ceramic and tooth surfaces. When procedures are followed carefully, long-term esthetic and functional outcomes can be achieved. It is essential that clinicians are familiar with these steps. Proper patient selection, thoughtful treatment planning, and methodical execution of the case can lead to highly esthetic results that satisfy the patient’s demands and ensure long-term success. Full article
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