APPLICATION OF TRIBOLOGICAL METHODS FOR PREDICTION OF WEAR OF DENTAL FILLING MATERIALS

Abstract

Introduction and aim: Tribological methods are widely used not only in the field of technical sciences, but increasingly also in the field of human and veterinary medicine. Monitoring the wear of biological and prosthetic materials is now a common part of test protocols for joint replacements. From this point of view, the use of tribology in dentistry is a logical step in the development and stress monitoring of a number of materials used in restorative and prosthetic dentistry, but also in the field of dental hygiene in cleaning, including depuration techniques.Results: The creation of appropriate conditions for the simulation of contact in an environment that is as close as possible to the real conditions in the oral cavity seems to be crucial. In addition to stress-stain optimization, a subsequent evaluation by a suitable defectoscopic method is desirable to complement the issue of tribology.Conclusion: This comprehensive approach makes it possible to obtain valuable information on the properties of the new material through its development and, if necessary, to modify it.

Keywords

• permanent filling material
• physical and mechanical properties
• tribology
• wear
• friction
• topography of rubbing surfaces