• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제46권4호
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• pp.50.1-50.8
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• 2021

Although several techniques have been proposed to remove fiber-reinforced composite (FRC) post, no safe and efficient technique has been established. Recently, a guided endodontics technique has been introduced in cases of pulp canal obliteration. This study describes 2 cases of FRC post removal from maxillary anterior teeth using this guided endodontics technique with a dental operating microscope. Optically scanned data set from plaster cast model was superimposed with the data set of cone-beam computed tomography. By implant planning software, the path of a guide drill was selected. Based on them, a customized stent was fabricated and utilized to remove the FRC post. Employing guided endodontics, the FRC post was removed quickly and safely with minimizing the loss of the remaining tooth structure. The guided endodontics was a useful option for FRC post removal.

• 한국농공학회지
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• 제45권6호
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• pp.162-171
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• 2003

Traditional methods of earth reinforcement consist of introducing strips, fabrics, or grids into an earth mass. Recently, discrete fibers are simply added and mixed with the soil, much the same as cement, lime or other additives. The advantages of randomly distributed fibers is the maintenance of strength isotropy, low decrease in post-peak shear strength and high stability at failure. In this study, new composite reinforcement structures which consist of geotextile and randomly distributed discrete fibers were examined their engineering properties, such as shear strength of the composite reinforced soil and permeability of short fiber reinforced soil. The increments of shear strength of composite reinforced soils were the sum of increments by fiber and woven geotextile, respectively. The permeability of short fiber reinforced soil was increased with fiber mixing ratio.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제5권2호
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• pp.104-109
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• 2013

PURPOSE. Among the surface treatment methods suggested to enhance the adhesion of resin cement to fiberreinforced composite posts, conflicting results have been obtained with silanization. In this study, the effects of silanization, heat activation after silanization, on the bond strength between fiber-reinforced composite post and resin cement were determined. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Six groups (n=7) were established to evaluate two types of fiber post (FRC Postec Plus, D.T. Light Post) and three surface treatments (no treatment; air drying; drying at $38^{\circ}C$). Every specimen were bonded with dual-curing resin cement (Variolink N) and stored in distilled water for 24 hours at $37^{\circ}C$. Shear-bond strength (MPa) between the fiber post and the resin cement were measured using universal testing device. The data were analyzed with 1-way ANOVA and by multiple comparisons according to Tukey's HSD (${\alpha}$=0.05). The effect of surface treatment, fiber post type, and the interactions between these two factors were analyzed using 2-way ANOVA and independent sample T-tests. RESULTS. Silanization of the FRC Postec Plus significantly increased bond strength compared with the respective non-treated control, whereas no effect was determined for the D.T. Light Post. Heat drying the silane coupling agent on to the fiberreinforced post did not significantly improve bond strength compared to air-syringe drying. CONCLUSION. The bond strength between the fiber-reinforced post and the resin cement was significantly increased with silanization in regards to the FRC Postec Plus post. Bond strength was not significantly improved by heat activation of the silane coupling agent.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제4권1호
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• pp.37-42
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• 2012

PURPOSE. The influence of the modified process in the fiber-reinforced post and resin core foundation treatment on the fracture resistance and failure pattern of premolar was tested in this study. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Thirty-six human mandibular premolars were divided into 4 groups (n = 9). In group DCT, the quartz fibre post (D.T. Light-post) was cemented with resin cement (DUO-LINK) and a core foundation was formed with composite resin (LIGHT-CORE). In group DMO and DMT, resin cement (DUO-LINK) was used for post (D.T. Lightpost) cementation and core foundation; in group DMO, these procedures were performed simultaneously in one step, while DMT group was accomplished in separated two steps. In group LCT, the glass fiber post (LuxaPost) cementation and core foundation was accomplished with composite resin (LuxaCore-Dual) in separated procedures. Tooth were prepared with 2 mm ferrule and restored with nickel-chromium crowns. A static loading test was carried out and loads were applied to the buccal surface of the buccal cusp at a 45 degree inclination to the long axis of the tooth until failure occurred. The data were analyzed with MANOVA (${\alpha}$= .05). The failure pattern was observed and classified as either favorable (allowing repair) or unfavorable (not allowing repair). RESULTS. The mean fracture strength was highest in group DCT followed in descending order by groups DMO, DMT, and LCT. However, there were no significant differences in fracture strength between the groups. A higher prevalence of favorable fractures was detected in group DMT but there were no significant differences between the groups. CONCLUSION. The change of post or core foundation method does not appear to influence the fracture strength and failure patterns.

• 구강회복응용과학지
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• 제22권1호
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• pp.23-27
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• 2006

This case reports describe a new approach to the use of polymers in orthodontics, using a fiber reinforced composite(FRC). FRC was successfully used in a periodontal splints, fiber post for endodontic use, orthodontic retainer and space maintainers, implant prosthesis, large span bridge, management of cracked tooth, anchorage reinforcement in orthodontics. FRC has highly favorable mechanical properties, and its strength-to-weight ratios is superior to those of most alloys. FRC has potential for use in many applications in dentistry and is expected to gain increasing application and popularity in dentistry. These case reports show that FRC is a promising anchorage reinforcement material for use in orthodontic practice.

• 구강회복응용과학지
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• 제32권1호
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• pp.24-31
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• 2016

목적: 미세입자 분사마모 표면처리가 Fiber-Reinforced Composite (FRC) 포스트의 굴곡강도에 미치는 영향을 평가하는 것이다. 연구 재료 및 방법: 두 종류의 FRC 포스트 (DT Light Post, Size 2, Bisco Inc. / RelyX Fiber Post, Size 3, 3M ESPE)를 사용하여 표면처리에 따라 6개의 그룹으로 무작위 분류하였다. 표면처리를 위해 $30{\mu}m$ Rocatec Soft와 $50{\mu}m$ aluminum oxide를 사용하였다. 표면처리 후 편평한 5 mm 부분을 만능시험기로 3점 굽힘시험을 시행하여 FRC 포스트의 굴곡강도와 굴곡계수를 측정하고 통계분석하였다. 결과: FRC포스트의 미세입자 분사마모 표면처리가 FRC포스트의 굴곡강도와 굴곡계수에는 영향을 미치지 않음을 알 수 있었다. 결론: 임상가들이 FRC포스트에 대하여 미세입자 분사마모 표면처리를 하여도 포스트의 굴곡강도와 굴곡계수에는 영향을 미치지 않으면서 접착강도를 높일 수 있을 근거 중의 하나가 될 수 있을 것이다.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제40권3호
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• pp.229-235
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• 2015

Objectives: To determine and compare the fracture resistance of endodontically treated maxillary central incisors restored with different posts and cores. Materials and Methods: Forty-eight upper central incisors were randomly divided into four groups: cast post and core (group 1), fiber-reinforced composite (FRC) post and composite core (group 2), composite post and core (group 3), and controls (group 4). Mesio-distal and bucco-lingual dimensions at 7 and 14 mm from the apex were compared to ensure standardization among the groups. Twelve teeth were prepared for crown restoration (group 4). Teeth in other groups were endodontically treated, decoronated at 14 mm from the apex, and prepared for posts and cores. Resin-based materials were used for cementation in groups 1 and 2. In group 3, composite was used directly to fill the post space and for core build-up. All samples were restored by standard metal crowns using glass ionomer cement, mounted at $135^{\circ}$ vertical angle, subjected to thermo-mechanical aging, and then fractured using a universal testing machine. Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney U tests were used to analyze the data. Results: Fracture resistance of the groups was as follows: Control (group 4) > cast post and core (group 1) > fiber post and composite core (group 2) > composite post and core (group 3). All samples in groups 2 and 3 fractured in restorable patterns, whereas most (58%) in group 1 were non-restorable. Conclusions: Within the limitations of this study, FRC posts showed acceptable fracture resistance with favorable fracture patterns for reconstruction of upper central incisors.

• 대한치과교정학회지
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• 제48권2호
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• pp.107-112
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• 2018

Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the properties of fiber-reinforced composite and stainless steel twisted retainers for orthodontic retention. Methods: Three different span lengths (5.0, 8.0, and 14.0 mm) of fiber-reinforced composite were investigated. The three fiber-reinforced composite retainer groups were subdivided according to the storage condition (dry and wet), resulting in a total of six groups. Each stainless steel and fiber-reinforced composite group was comprised of six specimens. The three-point bending flexural test was conducted using a universal testing machine. ANOVA was used to assess differences in the maximum load and maximum stress according to the span length, material, and storage condition. Post-hoc comparisons were performed if necessary. Results: The maximum stress and maximum load were significantly (p < 0.001) associated with the span length, material, and storage condition. The significant interaction between the material and span length (p < 0.001) indicated the differential effects of the material for each span length on the maximum stress and maximum load, with the difference between materials being the highest for the maximum span length. Conclusions: Our findings suggest that fiber-reinforced composite retainers may be an effective alternative for orthodontic retention in patients with esthetic concerns or allergy to conventional stainless steel wires.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제34권4호
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• pp.364-370
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• 2009

본 연구의 목적은 strain gage와 LVDT (linear variable differential transformer) 변위센서를 이용하여 섬유 보강 복합레진에서 섬유의 방향이 복합레진의 중합수축에 미치는 영향을 알아보기 위함이다. 지름 10 mm, 높이 2 mm의 원반 모양 유동성 복합레진 (Aeliteflo A2, Bisco, Inc., IL, USA) 중앙에 유리섬유 (X-80821P Glass Fiber, Bisco, Inc., IL, USA)를 위치시키고, 섬유가 배열된 장축 방향 (longitudinal)과 수직방향 (transversal)의 중합수축량을 strain gage (Linear S-series 350${\Omega}$, CAS, Seoul, Korea)를 이용하여 각각 측정하였다. 사용된 유동성 복합레진 자체의 free 중합수축을 구하기 위해 지름 7 mm, 높이 1 mm의 원반 모양 시편의 수직 방향 (axial) free 중합수축값을 LVDT로 측정하였다. 중합된 시편들을 절단하여 주사전자현미경으로 복합 레진 내부의 섬유배열을 관찰하고 각 군에서 측정된 평균 수축값들을 ANOVA로 비교하였고 Scheffe post-hoc test로 사후 검정하였다 (${\alpha}$=0.05). 섬유가 배열된 평면 상에서 복합레진의 중합수축 (radial shrinkage)은 섬유와 평행한 방향에서 감소하고 섬유와 수직한 방향에서 증가했다 (p<0.05). 본 연구의 결과 섬유 보강 복합레진으로 스플린트나 수복물을 제작할 때 중합수축량은 보강된 섬유의 배열방향에 따라 큰 차이가 남을 알 수 있었다.

• 한국복합재료학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국복합재료학회 2003년도 추계학술발표대회 논문집
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• pp.3-6
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• 2003

In this work, poly(ethylene oxide) nanofibers were fabricated by electrospinning to prepare nanofibers-reinforced composites. And the PEO powders-impregnated composites were also prepared to compare with physicochemical properties of nanofibers-reinforced composites. Morphology and fiber diameter of PEO nanofibers were determined by SEM observation. Mechanical interfacial properties of the composites were investigated in fracture toughness tests and interlaminar shear strength (ILSS) test. As a result, the fiber diameter decreased in increasing applied voltage. However the optimum condition for the fiber formation was 15 ㎸, resulting from increasing of jet instability at high voltage and the prepared PEO nanofibers were useful in fiber reinforced composites. The PEO-based nanofibers-reinforced composites showed an improvement of fracture toughness factors ($K_{IC} and G_{ IC}$) and ILSS, compared to the composites impregnated with PEO powders. These results were noted that the nanofibers had higher specific surface area and larger aspect ratio than those of the powder, which played an important role in improving the mechanical interfacial properties of the composites.