BIO MATERIALS OF DENTAL TECHNOLOGY

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of the course, students will:
– Know the properties of the materials used in everyday lab practice
– Be able to choose the proper material for the right method
– Be able to apply properly the various fabrication techniques in accordance with the materials’ specifications

SYLLABUS

THEORY
Waxes. Physicomechanical properties, types, uses, choice
Plasters and investments. Physicomechanical properties, types, uses, choice
Dental alloys, types, properties
Aesthetic polymer coatings
Ceramic materials – Dental Porcelain
Zirconium. Use
Biological Properties – Biocompatibility of Materials
Corrosion, basic principles and materials’ behavior in oral environment