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Glass Ionomers in Dental Restorations and Fillings
Posted by Mar 27, 2019
onAdvances in the formulations of composite and glass ionomer dental materials have given them the required strength and durability to make them effective products for tooth restoration. The properties of both composite and glass ionomer dental materials can be improved by the inclusion of bioactive glass.
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Reducing Implant-Related Infection with Bioactive Glass
Posted by Feb 13, 2019
onAn estimated 2.5% of primary hip and knee replacements and to 10% of joint revision surgeries are complicated by infection. Coating implants with bioactive glass would make their surfaces unsuitable for bacterial colonization and could dramatically lower infection rates.
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Inhibiting Bacterial Growth with Bioactive Glass
Posted by Jan 14, 2019
onThe rise of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria is driving research into new antimicrobial materials. Bioactive glass is showing great promise due to its ability to resist bacterial growth on its surface.
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3D Printing Optics and Microfluidics from Glass
Posted by Dec 26, 2018
onAlthough materials such as metal, plastic, clays, and even biological cells have been used in 3D printing, the 3D printing of glass has remained elusive. However, new research is breaking this convention and glass is now being 3D printed to a high quality.
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Using Calcium Phosphate to Heal Bone Defects
Posted by Nov 15, 2018
onA variety of bone graft substitutes have been used in the search to find an alternative to bone that provides a rapid and strong repair. Calcium phosphate closely resembles the mineral components naturally present in bone tissue, and so represents an attractive option for a synthetic bone filling material.
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The Healing Power of Bioactive Glass: An Interview with Mo-Sci CEO Ted Day
Posted by Sep 17, 2018
onWhat is bioactive glass? Mo-Sci CEO, Ted Day, shares his perspectives on the past, present, and future of this life-changing material.
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Enhancing Road Marking Paints using Spherical Glass Beads
Posted by Aug 7, 2018
onRoad markings are an essential safety feature. Glass beads significantly increase the reflectivity of paints on the road, which in turn significantly improves their visibility and consequently driver and pedestrian safety.
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Iron Phosphate Waste Forms for Nuclear Waste Disposal
Posted by Jul 17, 2018
onNew glass technology has been tailored for the DOE’s need to properly process molybdenum-rich nuclear waste for long-term storage and disposal.
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Using Porous Glass Microspheres for Targeted Drug Delivery
Posted by Jun 19, 2018
onPorous hollow glass microspheres can encapsulate and deliver drugs more efficiently and provide protection from biological compounds that may interfere with drug availability.
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Bioactive Glass as a Bone Graft Substitute
Posted by May 16, 2018
onBone grafts typically require bone harvested from another part of the patient’s body (autograft) or from a tissue donor (allograft). But artificial bone grafts made of bioactive glass are becoming more favorable due to their availability and range of properties.
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