The effect of surface treatment with a fractional carbon dioxide laser on shear bond strength of resin cement to a lithium disilicate ‑based ceramic

Conclusion: The combination of fractional CO2 laser irradiation and HF acid etching could berecommended when extra retention is required for lithium disilicate ‑based restorations, whereaslaser treatment alone cannot produce sufficient SBS.Key Words: Bond strength, carbon dioxide laser, ceramics, laser treatment, lithium disilicate

Source: Dental Research Journal - June 24, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research