Bioactive glass ionomer cements (GICs) have been in widespread use for approximately 40 years in dentistry and medicine. However, these composites fall short of the toughness needed for permanent implants. Significant ...

Abstract Periodic and molecular cluster models are presented for anorthite (CaAl2Si2O8), a cement forming glass with desirable thermal and mechanical properties also tested in dental applications. Both the crystalline and ...