Introduction to
Dental Materials |
Discusses
guidelines and specifications for materials, defines
organizations suchas the ADA, FDA, ISO, FDI, and OSHA.
Describes physical and biological considerations for
materials as well as the physical, thermal, electrical,
and mechanical properties and characteristics.
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Varnishes, Cements
and Cavity Liners |
Covers
the use, composition, contraindications, placement and
properties of varnishes; the use, types, placement and
characteristics of liners; four cements are discussed -
zinc oxide eugenol, zinc phosphate, zinc polycarboxylate,
and glass ionomer.
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| Gypsum Products |
Differentiates
between dental plaster, stone, and improved stone.
Describes the importance of mixing and handling using the
water-powder ratio. Describes retarders and accelerators,
and stresses the effects of temperature and humidity and
mixing methods on the final product. Delineates setting
times, reproduction of details, and the factors which
affect strength. Finally, guidelines are provided for
construction of a model.
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| Amalgam |
Cites
uses, advantages and disadvantages of this restoration,
the different classifications, form, and characteristics
of amalgam, mercury, manipulation and placement of
amalgam, and handling of scraps. This large program has
different pricing. The special educational price includes
an Instructor's Guide.
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| Abrasives |
Describes shapes, forms, and
types of abrasives; factors influencing abrasion;
polishing theory; prophylactic pastes; composition,
types, and selection criteria for dentifrices; types and
precautions for denture cleansers; and general guidelines
for finishing and polishing for restorative materials and
prosthetics. The program also includes an Instructor's
Guide.
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| Waxes |
Describes composition and role in
dentistry, properties of waxes, Type I and II inlay wax,
casting wax (forms, ingredients, and properties),
baseplate wax (uses, characteristics, and properties),
processing wax (boxing, utility, and sticky), and
impression wax (uses and properties).
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| Pit and Fissure Sealants |
Describes composition and classification
of sealants, filled and unfilled sealants, indications for sealants,
application techniques, and review questions. Technical terms are
pronounced for the students.
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| Composites |
Describes composition of
esthetic restorative materials, initiators and accelerators, properties
of composites, technique and handling of the materials and review questions.
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Faculty members may request a demo CD
containing part of each of these programs.Call, write, or email
us. |
Dental Materials is a
series of approximately 10 computer programs for students
to use to learn about the various materials used in
dentistry. Safety and correct procedure is stressed
throughout each module. Moving the mouse over
"hotwords" reveals definitions, explanations,
or diagrams which clarify key points.