title: Deformation of crowns during cementation.
abstract: Deformation of crowns during cementation was investigated by a simple loading system of defined crowns with silicone fluids as cements. Deformation of the crowns was measured by long stain gauges that encircled the cervical margins. Die spacing was simulated by etching the die. Venting was simulated by removing a small screw. Deformation of the crowns was decreased by decreasing the viscosity of fluid, increasing the thickness of the crowns, and venting. Etching the die decreased the seating times of the crowns, but did not alter the level of deformation. Terminal cementation with zinc phosphate cement confirmed the presence of crown deformation during cementation. The results have consequences for bonded and all-ceramic crowns, and explain several clinical phenomena. It is suggested that low viscosity cements, low seating forces, and die spacing be used to decrease the deformation of crowns during seating. The importance of passive fitting of the crown to the tooth is stressed.
authors.affiliation: University of Minnesota, School of Dentistry, Minneapolis.
authors.forename: P R
authors.initials: PR
authors.lastname: Wilson
authors.forename: R J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Goodkind
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Delong
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Sakaguchi
mesh_terms: D000134:Acid Etching, Dental; D000704:Analysis of Variance; D002484:Cementation; D003442:Crowns; D003737:Dental Cavity Preparation; D003799:Dental Stress Analysis; D003779:Denture Design; D006047:Gold Alloys / Q000737:chemistry*; D013193:Stainless Steel; D013314:Stress, Mechanical; D013499:Surface Properties; D014783:Viscosity; D015036:Zinc Phosphate Cement / Q000737:chemistry
chemical_list: D006047:Gold Alloys; D013193:Stainless Steel; D015036:Zinc Phosphate Cement