
6. Glossary
Couche cosmétique ; Cosmetic layer
In the case of metal-ceramic or ceramic-ceramic crowns, a ceramic layer is applied to the metal or ceramic framework. The cosmetic layer alone fulfils the cosmetic and esthetic function.
Crown; Couronne
Dental prosthesis covering the dental abutment prepared by the practitioner. It restores posterior teeth and covers almost the entire tooth down to the gum line.
Dentisterie restauratrice ou prothétique; Restorative or prosthetic dentistry
Part of dentistry that focuses on restoring or replacing missing teeth with prostheses.
Ductile; Ductile
Ductility refers to a material's ability to deform plastically without breaking. A material is said to be ductile if it absorbs a large proportion...
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Websites
Confédération Nationale des Syndicats Dentaires – CNDS http://www.cnsd.fr/ (Accessed May 15, 2020)
Lambda Technologies Group https://www.lambdatechs.com/surface-integrity/ (Accessed May 15, 2020)
Standards
- Geometrical product specification (GPS). Surface texture : profile method. Terms, definitions and surface texture parameters - ISO 4287 - 1998
- Geometrical product specifications (GPS). Surface texture : profile method. Rules and procedures for the assessment of surface texture (1996) - ISO 4288 - 1996
- Geometrical product specifications (GPS). Surface texture : profile method. Motif parameters - ISO 12085 - 1998 ...
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3M Espe
Producer and supplier of biomaterials http://www. 3mfrance.fr
B&D Dental Technologies
Producer and supplier of biomaterials http://www.origincadcam.com
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