Episode #7
Biomimetic Dental Materials Part 2: Dentinal Bonding Systems, Flowable Composites and Fiber
Biomimetic dental materials mimic a natural tooth’s flexibility and cohesive strength. How does this help a restoration long-term? These materials, when used with the right techniques, work with the remaining tooth structure around the restoration, rather than in opposition to it, like with materials that are too stiff, poorly bonded or stress weaker areas of the tooth. In this episode, Dr. David Alleman, DDS, dives into dentinal bonding systems, flowable composites and fiber, discussing what makes them biomimetic, how they are developed and researched and their benefits in a restoration. Articles referenced in this episode: Akimoto N, Takamizu M, Momoi Y. 10-year clinical evaluation of a self-etching adhesive system. Oper Dent. 2007 Jan-Feb;32(1):3-10. doi: 10.2341/06-46. Send us Fan Mail Our next Biomimetic Mastership class starts September 14. Register before August 14 for our special early-bird tuition discount at allemancenter.com/mastership. Instagram @david.alleman.dds @davey_alleman_dmd @allemancenter.com YouTube @allemancenter
