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The Application of Bioactive Glasses to Dental Restorative Materials

A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Advanced and Functional Ceramics and Glasses".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2025 | Viewed by 582

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Department of Conservative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02453, Republic of Korea
Interests: dentin adhesion; remineralization of enamel; remineralization of dentin; bioactive glass
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Dear Colleagues,

Bioactive glass, first developed by Prof. Larry L. Hench, has been widely applied in medical fields due to its excellent biocompatibility. Recent sol–gel synthesis techniques have enabled the production of nano-sized particles, allowing its use in dental restorative materials.

In dentistry, bioactive glass has been incorporated into products such as toothpaste, glass ionomer cements, and composite resins. These materials have shown enhanced bioactivity, promoting remineralization and interaction with biological tissues.

This Special Issue invites valuable research on dental restorative materials containing bioactive glass. We welcome both basic and clinical studies that highlight the potential and effectiveness of these innovative materials. Readers will gain comprehensive insights into the latest developments and applications in this evolving field.

Prof. Dr. Duck-Su Kim
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Keywords

  • bioactive glass
  • dental materials
  • remineralization of enamel
  • remineralization of dentin

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Micro-Tensile Bond Strength of a Mesoporous Bioactive Glass-Containing Universal Adhesive: An In Vitro Study on the Effects of Artificial Aging
by Jiyoung Kwon, Soyoung Park, Gil-Joo Ryu and Duck-Su Kim
Materials 2025, 18(18), 4256; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma18184256 - 11 Sep 2025
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Background: We evaluated the immediate and artificially aged micro-tensile bond strengths (μTBS) of Hi-Bond Universal, a universal adhesive containing mesoporous bioactive glass (MBG). Methods: Human dentin specimens were bonded using the following four application modes: Hi-Bond Universal in etch-and-rinse mode, Hi-Bond Universal in [...] Read more.
Background: We evaluated the immediate and artificially aged micro-tensile bond strengths (μTBS) of Hi-Bond Universal, a universal adhesive containing mesoporous bioactive glass (MBG). Methods: Human dentin specimens were bonded using the following four application modes: Hi-Bond Universal in etch-and-rinse mode, Hi-Bond Universal in self-etch mode, Single Bond 2 in etch-and-rinse mode, and G-ænial Bond in self-etch mode. Specimens were tested either immediately or after artificial aging (thermocycling or water storage). μTBS values were analyzed statistically, and the resin–dentin interfaces were examined using FE-SEM (Field-emission scanning electron microscopy). Results: Results showed that both aging and adhesive mode significantly affected the μTBS (p < 0.0001). Immediately after bonding, etch-and-rinse modes produced significantly higher μTBS than the self-etch modes (p < 0.0001). Artificial aging reduced bond strength by approximately 30–50%; however, the μTBS of Hi-Bond Universal decreased less than that of Single Bond 2 after water storage. FE-SEM analysis also revealed detachment of the hybrid layer in most adhesives following aging; however, Hi-Bond Universal in the etch-and-rinse mode maintained a relatively intact adhesive layer after water storage. Conclusion: Etch-and-rinse application of MBG-containing adhesive may enhance the long-term durability of adhesive restorations. Full article
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