• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.37-42
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• 2016

PURPOSE. This study investigated the effect of amount of thickness reduction on color and translucency of dental monolithic zirconia ceramics. MATERIALS AND METHODS. One-hundred sixty-five monolithic zirconia specimens ($16.3mm{\times}16.3mm{\times}2.0mm$) were divided into 5 groups (Group I to V) according to the number of A2-coloring liquid applications. Each group was then divided into 11 subgroups by reducing the thickness up to 1.0 mm in 0.1-mm increments (Subgroup 0 to 10, n=3). Colors and spectral distributions were measured according to CIELAB on a reflection spectrophotometer. All measurements were performed on five different areas of each specimen. Color difference (${\Delta}E^*{^_{ab}}$) and translucency parameter (TP) were calculated. Data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA and multiple comparison $Scheff{\acute{e}}$ test (${\alpha}=.05$). RESULTS. There were significant differences in CIE $L^*$ between Subgroup 0 and other subgroups in all groups. CIE $a^*$ increased (0.52<$R^2$<0.73), while CIE $b^*$ decreased (0.00<$R^2$<0.74) in all groups with increasing thickness reduction. Perceptible color differences (${\Delta}E^*{^_{ab}}$>3.7) were obtained between Subgroup 0 and other subgroups. TP values generally increased as the thickness reduction increased in all groups ($R^2$>0.89, P<.001). CONCLUSION. Increasing thickness reduction reduces lightness and increases a reddish, bluish appearance, and translucency of monolithic zirconia ceramics.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제5권2호
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• pp.161-166
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• 2013

PURPOSE. This study aimed to identify the effects of the sintering conditions of dental zirconia on the grain size and translucency. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Ten specimens of each of two commercial brands of zirconia (Lava and KaVo) were made and sintered under five different conditions. Microwave sintering (MS) and conventional sintering (CS) methods were used to fabricate zirconia specimens. The dwelling time was 20 minutes for MS and 20 minutes, 2, 10, and 40 hours for CS. The density and the grain size of the sintered zirconia blocks were measured. Total transmission measurements were taken using a spectrophotometer. Two-way analysis of variance model was used for the analysis and performed at a type-one error rate of 0.05. RESULTS. There was no significant difference in density between brands and sintering conditions. The mean grain size increased according to sintering conditions as follows: MS-20 min, CS-20 min, CS-2 hr, CS-10 hr, and CS-40 hr for both brands. The mean grain size ranged from 347-1,512 nm for Lava and 373-1,481 nm for KaVo. The mean light transmittance values of Lava and KaVo were 28.39-34.48% and 28.09-30.50%, respectively. CONCLUSION. Different sintering conditions resulted in differences in grain size and light transmittance. To obtain more translucent dental zirconia restorations, shorter sintering times should be considered.

• 한국재료학회지
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• 제29권4호
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• pp.233-240
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• 2019

This study analyzes the mechanical properties, including the attrition rate, of $50{\mu}m$ size yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) beads with different microstructures and high-energy milling conditions. The yttria distribution in the grain and grain-boundary of the fully sintered beads relates closely to Vickers hardness and the attrition rate of the YSZ beads. Grain size, fractured surfaces, and yttrium distribution are analyzed by electronic microscopes. For standardization and a reliable comparison of the attrition rate of zirconia beads with different conditions, Zr content in milled ceramic powder is analyzed and calculated by X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer(XRF) instead of directly measuring the weight change of milled YSZ beads. The beads with small grain sizes sintered at lower temperature exhibit a higher Vickers hardness and lower attrition rate. The attrition rate of $50{\mu}m$ YSZ beads is measured and compared with the various materials properties of ceramic powders used for high-energy milling. The attrition rate of beads appears to be closely related to the Vickers hardness of ceramic materials used for milling, and demonstrates more than a 10 times higher attrition rate with Alumina(Hv ~1650) powder than $BaTiO_3$ powder (Hv ~315).

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제14권2호
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• pp.122-132
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• 2022

PURPOSE. This in-vitro analysis aimed to compare the intaglio trueness, the antagonist's wear volume loss, and fracture load of various single-unit zirconia prostheses fabricated by different manufacturing techniques. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Zirconia crowns were prepared into four different groups (n = 14 per group) according to the manufacturing techniques and generations of the materials. The intaglio surface trueness (root-mean-square estimates, RMS) of the crown was measured at the marginal, axial, occlusal, and inner surface areas. Half of the specimens were artificially aged in the chewing simulator with 120,000 cycles, and the antagonist's volume loss after aging was calculated. The fracture load for each crown group was measured before and after hydrothermal aging. The intaglio trueness was evaluated with Welch's ANOVA and the antagonist's volume loss was assessed by the Kruskal-Wallis tests. The effects of manufacturing and aging on the fracture resistance of the tested zirconia crowns were determined by two-way ANOVA. RESULTS. The trueness analysis of the crown intaglio surfaces showed surface deviation (RMS) within 50 ㎛, regardless of the manufacturing methods (P = .053). After simulated mastication, no significant differences in the volume loss of the antagonists were observed among the zirconia groups (P = .946). The manufacturing methods and simulated chewing had statistically significant effects on the fracture resistance (P < .001). CONCLUSION. The intaglio surface trueness, fracture resistance, and antagonist's wear volume of the additively manufactured 3Y-TZP crown were clinically acceptable, as compared with those of the 4Y- or 5Y-PSZ crowns produced by subtractive milling.

• 대한치과교정학회지
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• 제53권3호
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• pp.139-149
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• 2023

Objective: To assess the color stability and translucency of full cubic stabilized zirconia (FSZ) following orthodontic bonding with different surface treatments and coffee thermocycling (CTC). Methods: This in vitro study was conducted on 120 disc-shaped specimens of FSZ. Thirty specimens were selected as the control group and remained intact. The remaining specimens were randomly divided into three groups based on the type of surface treatment (n = 30): airborne particle abrasion (APA), silica-coating (CoJet), and carbon dioxide (CO₂) laser. After metal bracket bonding in the test groups, debonding and polishing were performed. Subsequently, all specimens underwent CTC (10,000 cycles). Color parameters, color difference (ΔE₀₀), and translucency parameter (TP) were measured three times at baseline (t0), after debonding and polishing (t1), and after CTC (t2). Data were statistically analyzed (α = 0.05). Results: Significant difference existed among the groups regarding ΔE₀₀t0t2 (p < 0.001). The APA group showed minimum (ΔE₀₀ = 1.15 ± 0.53) and the control group showed maximum (ΔE₀₀ = 0.19 ± 0.02) color stability, with no significant difference between the laser and CoJet groups (p = 0.511). The four groups were significantly different regarding ΔTPt0t2 (p < 0.001). Maximal increases in TP were noted in the CoJet (1.00 ± 0.18) and APA (1.04 ± 0.38) groups while minimal increase was recorded in the control group (0.1 ± 0.02). Conclusions: Orthodontic treatment makes zirconia restorations susceptible to discoloration and increased translucency. Nonetheless, the recorded ΔE₀₀ and ΔTP did not exceed the acceptability threshold.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제15권3호
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• pp.114-125
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• 2023

PURPOSE. The aim of the study was to evaluate the optical properties of new generation (3Y-TZP) monolithic zirconia (MZ) with different abutment types and resin cement shades. MATERIALS AND METHODS. A1/LT MZ specimens were prepared (10 × 12 × 1 mm, N = 30) and divided into 3 groups according to cement shades as transparent (Tr), yellow (Y) and opaque (O). Abutment specimens were obtained from 4 different materials including zirconia (Group Z), hybrid (Group H), titanium (Group T) and anodized yellow titanium (Group AT). MZ and abutment specimens were then cemented. L^*, a^*, and b^* parameters were obtained from MZ, MZ + abutment, and MZ + abutment + cement. ∆E₀₀₁^* (between MZ and MZ + abutment), ∆E₀₀₂^* (between MZ and MZ + abutment + cement) and ∆E₀₀₃^* (between MZ + abutment and MZ + abutment + cement) values were calculated. Statistical analyses included 2-way ANOVA, Bonferroni, and Paired Sample t-Tests (P < .05). RESULTS. Abutment types and resin cements had significant effect on L^*, a^*, b^*, ∆E₀₀₁^*, ∆E₀₀₂^*, and ∆E₀₀₃^* values (P < .001). Without cementation, whereas zirconia abutment resulted in the least discoloration (∆E₀₀₁^* = 0.68), titanium abutment caused the most discoloration (∆E₀₀₁^* = 4.99). The least ∆E₀₀₂^* = 0.68 value was seen using zirconia abutment after cementation with yellow shaded cement. Opaque shaded cement caused the most color change (∆E₀₀₃^* = 5.24). Cement application increased the L^* values in all groups. CONCLUSION. The least color change with/without cement was observed in crown configurations created with zirconia abutments. Zirconia and hybrid abutments produced significantly lower ∆E₀₀₂^* and ∆E₀₀₃^* values in combination with yellow shaded cement. The usage of opaque shaded cement in titanium/anodized titanium groups may enable the clinically unacceptable ∆E₀₀^* value to reach the acceptable level.

• The Journal of Advanced Prosthodontics
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• 제16권1호
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• pp.12-24
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• 2024

PURPOSE. This study aimed to evaluate the maximum vertical wear, volume wear, and surface characteristic of antagonist enamel, opposing monolithic zirconia or lithium disilicate crowns. MATERIALS AND METHODS. The study comprised 24 participants (n = 12), who were randomly allocated to receive either a 5 mol% Y-TZP or a lithium disilicate crown in positions which would oppose the natural first molar tooth. The contralateral first molar along with its antagonist was considered as the enamel opposing natural enamel control. Data collection was performed using an intraoral scanner and polyvinylsiloxane impression. The means of the maximum vertical loss and the volume loss at the occlusal contact areas of the crowns and the various natural antagonists were measured by 3D comparison software. A scanning electron microscope was subsequently used to assess the wear characteristics. RESULTS. The one-year results from 22 participants (n = 11) indicated no significant differences when comparing the zirconia crown's antagonist enamel (40.28 ± 9.11 ㎛, 0.04 ± 0.02 mm³) and the natural enamel wear (38.91 ± 7.09 ㎛, 0.04 ± 0.02 mm³) (P > .05). Also, there is no significant differences between lithium disilicate crown's antagonist enamel (47.81 ± 9.41 ㎛, 0.04 ± 0.02 mm³) and the natural enamel wear (39.11 ± 7.90 ㎛, 0.04 ± 0.02 mm³) (P > .05). CONCLUSION. While some studies suggested that monolithic zirconia caused less wear on opposing enamel than lithium disilicate, this study found similar wear levels to enamel for both materials compared to natural teeth.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제52권1호
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• pp.9-17
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• 2014

연구 목적: 본 연구에서는 외과적으로 형성한 골 결손부에 이종골 이식과 함께 식립한 지르코니아 임플란트의 골유착에 대한 기계적 안정성과 조직학적 반응을 타이타늄 임플란트와 비교하고자 하였다. 연구 재료 및 방법: 6마리 돼지의 경골에 인위적으로 형성한 골 결손 부위에 대조군인 18개의 상용 타이타늄 나사형 임플란트와 실험군인 18개의 샌드블라스팅한 지르코니아(Y-TZP) 나사형 임플란트를 각각 식립하고 차폐막을 이용하여 이종골을 이식하였으며 1주, 4주, 12주후에 각각 2마리씩 희생시켜 조직 시편을 제작하였다. 식립 직후와 식립 1주, 4주, 12주 후에 각각 페리오테스트를 이용하여 임플란트의 안정성을 측정하였고, 광학현미경으로 조직학적 관찰과 조직계측학적 분석을 하였으며 주사전자현미경으로 임플란트의 표면 특성과 골-임플란트 계면을 관찰하였다. 결과: 페리오테스트를 이용한 임플란트 안정성 분석 결과, 대조군과 실험군 사이에 유의한 차이가 없었고, 조직학적 분석 결과, 각 군 모두 4주에 이식골의 재흡수와 조골세포의 활발한 활동에 의해 신생골이 형성되기 시작하였다. 골-임플란트 접촉률 분석 결과, 대조군과 실험군 사이에 유의한 차이가 있었으며(P<.05), 특히 4주와 12주에서 실험군과 대조군 사이에 2시점에서 유의한 차이를 보였다(P<.05). 골 면적률 분석 결과, 대조군과 실험군 사이에 유의한 차이가 없었다. 주사전자현미경 관찰 결과, 대조군은 균일한 다공성의 거친 표면을 나타냈고 실험군은 무정형 입자들이 불규칙하게 산재된 표면을 보여 주었다. 각 군 모두 4주에 임플란트 표면과 골 조직 사이에 빈 공간이 관찰되었고 12주에는 일부 공간에서 골 조직으로 채워진 양상을 보였다. 결론: 차폐막을 이용한 이종골 이식을 동반하는 경우 본 실험에 사용된 지르코니아 임플란트의 골-임플란트 접촉률은 양극산화 표면처리를 한 타이타늄 임플란트에 크게 미치지 못하므로 지르코니아 임플란트의 실용화를 위해서는 표면 처리 방법 등에 대한 지속적인 연구를 통한 개선이 필요하다고 사료된다.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제49권2호
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• pp.120-127
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• 2011

연구 목적: 본 연구의 목적은 색소체인 크롬염화물을 지르코니아에 첨가함으로써 지르코니아의 색상 및 물리적 성질, 그리고 미세구조가 어떻게 변화하는지 알아보고자 한다. 연구 재료 및 방법: 크롬염화물의 함량이 지르코니아 분말에 각각 0.06, 0.12, 0.25 wt%가 되도록 측량하고 알코올에 녹여 액상상태의 크롬염화물을 준비하였다. 지르코니아 분말과 각각의 액상상태의 크롬염화물을 혼합하고 혼합된 분말을 이용하여 디스크형태의 지르코니아 시편을 제작하였다. 제작된 시편은 $1450^{\circ}C$에서 완전소결 후 색상 및 물리적 성질, 그리고 미세구조를 관찰하였다. 색상은 분광측색장치를 이용하여 국제조명위원회 (CIE) ISO 기준인 D65 광원, SCE 방식으로 측정하여 $L^*$, $C^*$, $a^*$, $b^*$ 값으로 분석하였다. 밀도는 아르키메데스 법으로 측정하였고, 주사전자현미경과 X선 회절 분석기를 이용하여 시편의 미세구조 및 결정상을 관찰하였다. 파괴인성은 압흔 형성법(Vickers indentation법)을 이용하여 시편에 압흔 형성 후, 광학현미경으로 압흔의 크기를 측정하고 이를 이용하여 파괴인성을 구하였다. 결과는 일원배치분산분석 (one-way ANOVA)으로 통계처리 하였고, Tukey test로 사후 검정하였다. 결과: 1. 크롬염화물을 첨가하여 지르코니아의 색상을 조절할 수 있음을 확인하였으며, 크롬염화물 첨가 함량이 증가함에 따라 지르코니아 색상은 백색계통의 갈색에서 짙은 색의 갈색으로 변하였다. 2. 크롬염화물의 첨가는 시편의 밀도를 점점 감소시켰으며, 크롬염화물이 첨가되지 않은 시편과 비교 시, 크롬염화물의 첨가량이 증가할수록 통계학적으로 유의한 차이를 보였다 (P<.05). 3. 크롬염화물이 첨가된 시편은 첨가되지 않는 시편에 비해 결정립 크기가 증가하였다. 4. X-선 회절 분석결과, 크롬염화물의 첨가 여부와 첨가 함량에 상관없이 지르코니아 결정상의 차이점은 관찰되지 않았다. 5. 지르코니아에 크롬염화물을 첨가 시 크롬염화물의 첨가 함량에 따라 파괴인성값은 감소하였고, 특히 0.25 wt%의 크롬염화물을 첨가 시 가장 낮은 파괴인성 값을 보였다 (P<.05). 결론: 이상의 결과로 크롬염화물을 액체상태로 첨가하여 지르코니아의 색상을 조절할 수 있음을 확인하였으며, 제작한 유색 지르코니아의 색상은 자연치아 색상과 다소 차이가 있지만, 본 소재는 임상에서 사용되는 완전도재관 코어 (Core) 재료로써 사용할 수 있을 것으로 생각한다.

• Bulletin of the Korean Chemical Society
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• 제26권11호
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• pp.1795-1802
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• 2005

Potential energy curves and internuclear (M-X) distance variations for dissociation reactions of $[MX_4]^{2-}$ into ($[MX_3]^-$ + $X^-$) have been calculated using ab initio Hartree-Fock (HF), second order M$\ddot{o}$ller-Plesset perturbation (MP2), and Density Functional Theory (DFT) methods with a triple zeta plus polarization (TZP) basis set. The equilibrium geometrical structures of $[MX_4]^{2-}$ are optimized to tetrahedral geometry for $[NiX_4]^{2-}$ and square planar geometry for ($[PdX_4]^{2-}$ and $[PtX_4]^{2-}$). The bond (M-X) distances of $[NiCl_4]^{2-}$, $[NiBr_4]^{2-}$, $[PdCl_4]^{2-}$, $[PdBr_4]^{2-}$, $[PtCl_4]^{2-}$, and $[PtBr_4]^{2-}$ at the DFT level are 2.258, 2.332, 2.351, 2.476, 2.367, and 2.493 $\AA$, respectively. The dissociation energies for the bond dissociation of ($[MX_3]^-$${\cdot}{\cdot}{\cdot}$$X^-$) at the DFT level are found to be 4.73 eV for $[NiCl_4]^{2-}$, 4.89 eV for $[NiBr_4]^{2-}$, 4.93 eV for $[PdCl_4]^{2-}$, 5.57 eV for $[PdBr_4]^{2-}$, 5.44 eV for $[PtCl_4]^{2-}$, and 5.87 eV for $[PtBr_4]^{2-}$. As the (M${\cdot}{\cdot}{\cdot}$X) distance of ($[MX_3]^-$${\cdot}{\cdot}{\cdot}$$X^-$) increases, the distance variation (Rt) of trans (M-X) bond at the trans-position is shorter than those (Rc) of two cis (M-X) bonds at the cisposition. Simultaneously the atomic charge variation of trans-X atom is more positive than those of equilibrium $[MX_4]^{2-}$ structures, while the variation of leaving X group is more positive.