The transmittance results, the mechanical properties, and microstructure of the annealed samples are presented. An increase in Al₂O₃ and SiO₂ content effectively reduces the monoclinic phase fraction ...

Knowing the translucency levels and masking properties of pressable ceramics can be useful for choosing the right material for an aesthetically pleasing restoration. To learn more, researchers studied ...

At this year's IDS, Lithoz will showcase its brand new LithaBite alumina material for 3D-printed translucent orthodontic ceramic brackets, highlighting how ceramic additive manufacturing is ...

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Transparent aluminium oxynitride (AlON) ceramics combine mechanical robustness, thermal stability and optical clarity across visible and infrared wavelengths, making them attractive for advanced ...

Resin cements can change the translucency, color, and shade of high-translucent ceramics, according to a new study in the Journal of Applied Oral Science. Dentists usually pick a ceramic shade based ...

Recently, ceramic laser technology has emerged as a promising candidate because of its numerous advantages over single-crystal lasers. First, ceramics can be produced in large volumes, which makes ...