Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Polymerization Polymers are long chains of large high-molecular weight macromolecules. They are formed by a chemical reaction where a large number of smaller units or monomers join to form polymer macromolecules, a process called polymerization. Elastomers are liquid polymers which can be converted to solid rubber at room temperature. By … [Read more...] about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Dental Materials
Silicone Rubber Impression Materials in Dentistry
Silicone Rubber Impression Materials "What are silicone rubber impression materials? A detailed question and answers guide" These materials were developed to overcome some of the disadvantages of polysulfide materials, such as their objectionable odor, the staining of linen and clothing by the lead dioxide, the amount of effort required to mix the base with the accelerator, … [Read more...] about Silicone Rubber Impression Materials in Dentistry
Polysulfide Impression Materials: Composition, Properties, and Uses
Polysulfides "What are polysulfide impression materials? A detailed question and answers guide" This was the first elastomeric impression material to be introduced (1950). It is also known as Mercaptan or Thiokol. Interestingly, they were first developed as an industrial sealant for gaps between sectional concrete structures. Polysulfides Supplied As They are supplied … [Read more...] about Polysulfide Impression Materials: Composition, Properties, and Uses
Future of Dentistry: A Deep Dive into 3D Printing Technologies
Classification Of 3D Printing Technologies In Dentistry "What is the future of dentistry with 3D printing? A detailed question and answers guide" Additive manufacturing is finding increasing use in dentistry. More popularly known as ‘threedimensional printing’, it is an additive manufacturing process in contrast to conventional CAD/ CAM which is a subtractive … [Read more...] about Future of Dentistry: A Deep Dive into 3D Printing Technologies
Dentures: Materials, Techniques, and Milestones
History Of Dentures "What are dentures? A detailed question and answers guide" Replacements for decaying or lost teeth have been made for thousands of years. Skillfully designed dentures were made as early as 700 B.C.E using ivory and bone. During Medieval times, dentures were seldom considered. Gaps between teeth were expected, even nobles had them. Queen … [Read more...] about Dentures: Materials, Techniques, and Milestones