Evaluation of ceramic flexural strength of a cobalt-chromium alloy subjected to airborne particle abrasion and tungsten inert gas welding

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding and airborne particle abrasion using aluminum oxide particles on the flexural strength of a joint between ceramic and cobalt-chromium alloys. Methods: The specimens were cast and welded using TIG, then divided into 6 groups (n = 10) and subjected to blasting with 250 µm, 100 µm, and 50 µm aluminum oxide particles. Ceramic systems were applied to the central part of all specimens. A three-point bending test using a velocity of 0.5 mm/m was performed on the specimens to measure flexural strength. Data were analyzed using two-way analysis of variance and Tukey's test. Results: TIG welding demonstrated the lowest resistance compared with the non-welded groups. Airborne particle abrasion using 250 µm aluminum oxide particles demonstrated greater resistance in the welded groups (p < 0.05). Mixed faults were found in all specimens. Conclusion: TIG welding decreased the bond strength, and the particle size of aluminum oxide did not affect the metal-ceramic bond in groups without TIG welding

Comparative analysis of ceramic flexural strength in co-cr and ni-cr alloys joined by TIG welding and conventional brazing

Aims: The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the flexural strength of specimens made of nickel-chromium(Ni-Cr) and cobalt-chromium (Co-Cr) alloys and joined by tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding and conventional brazing. Ni­Cr and Co­Cr base metal specimens (n = 40, each) were cast and welded by TIG or brazing. The specimens were divided into six groups (2 base metals, four welded specimens). Ceramic systems were applied to the central part of all the specimens. A three-point bending test with a velocity of 0.5 mm/m was performed on the specimens up to the point of the first ceramic bond failure by measuring the flexural strength. Data were analyzed using two-way ANOVA and Bonferroni's tests. Conventional welding showed the lowest flexural strength results for both alloys, while the TIG weld and the control group presented with varying bond strengths for the alloys studied. We concluded that TIG welding was superior to the conventional welding method for both Ni­Cr and Co­Cr alloys with regard to the flexural strength of the ceramic (AU)

Avaliação da resistência flexural em diferentes métodos de soldagem / Evaluation of flexural resistance in different welding methods

O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar três diferentes tipos de soldagem: Chama Direta a maçarico (convencional\brasagem), Solda Mista representada por fixação de dois pontos (Solda Elétrica Fixator - Kernit, Brasil), e completada com solda convencional, e o método de Solda a Laser (Soldadora Desktop - Sisma LM 500, Itália). Dois implantes plataforma Bränemark 4.1 mm (Neodent, Curitiba/Brasil) foram fixados em uma matriz de alumínio para simular uma ponte fixa implanto-suportada de três elementos. Os espécimes foram obtidos a partir de um bloco de cera CAD-CAM (Ceramill-Amammgirrbarch). Trinta e duas UCLAs hexágono externo foram fresadas e posteriormente unidas a uma barra pré-fabricada em cera com 2,5mm. Os corpos de prova foram fundidos em liga de cobalto-cromo simulando uma prótese fixa de três elementos. Esses espécimes foram divididos aleatoriamente e separados em três grupos (n=6): grupo A (solda chama direta), grupo B (solda mista), grupo C (solda laser). Os espécimes foram seccionados ao meio e unidos com resina acrílica para simular uma soldagem em prótese fixa. Os corpos foram soldados e tratados de acordo com a proposição. Após a soldagem os corpos de prova foram usinados e levados ao teste de flexão na técnica de três pontos. Os dados foram submetidos aos testes estatísticos de Tukey. Os cálculos estatísticos foram conduzidos adotando-se o nível de significância de 5% (α = 0,05). Houve diferença estatisticamente significativa entre os grupos soldados. Os resultados demonstraram valores mais elevados nos grupos A e B, solda convencional e solda mista, e menor valor no grupo C, solda a laser. No entanto, considerando a metodologia aplicada, a solda a laser mostrou uma menor resistência flexural comparada à soldagem convencional e mista, e a fixação prévia de solda elétrica com complemento de solda convencional (solda mista) não alterou a resistência flexural, produzindo resultado semelhante à solda convencional

The objective of this study was to evaluate three different types of welding, blowtorch; (conventional/brazing), welder Joint; represented by securing two points (Arc Welding Fixator - Kernit, Brazil), and supplemented with conventional welding), and Laser welding method (welder Desktop - Sisma LM 500, Italy). Two implants Bränemark 4.1 mm platform (Neodent, Curitiba/Brazil) were fixed in an aluminum matrix. Specimens were obtained from a CAD-CAM wax block (Ceramill - Amammgirrbarch) were milled 32 UCLAs (external hexagon, Bränemark platform), and subsequently joined to a prefabricated bar also wax 2.5 mm, the specimens were casted in cobalt-chromium alloy. These specimens were randomly divided and separated into 3 groups: group A (welding direct flame), Group B (mixed welding), C (laser welding), with 6 samples for each group. The specimens of each group were cut in half to simulate a fixed prosthesis in welding, and put together with acrylic resin. The bodies were welded and treated according to the statement. After the specimens were welded, they were manually grinded and submitted to the 3 points bending test technique. Data were subjected to statistical tests of Tukey. Statistical calculations were performed adopting the significance level of 5% (α = 0.05), using SPSS 20 (SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA). There were differences between the soldered groups. The data showed the highest values obtained in groups A and B, conventional welding and soldering joint, and lower in group C, the laser welding. However, within the applied methodology, the laser welding showed a lower flexural strength compared to conventional and mixed welding, and that the advance fixing of electric welding, conventional welding complement (mixed welding), does not change its flexural strength, producing results similar to conventional welding

Assessing different patterns of laser welding with NickelChromium (Ni-Cr) alloy for structures applicable to fixed prosthesis / Avaliação de diferentes parâmetros de soldagem a laser em liga de Níquel-Cromo levando em consideração estruturas aplicáveis à Prótese Fixa

Objectives: Among all desired requirements to dental prosthesis, marginal adaptation and passive fit are the most important. In some cases, in order to achieve these goals, it is necessary to cut and weld the teeth / implant-supported framework. Nowadays, the laser welding process shows a great advantage in comparison to other methods. The aim of this study was to evaluate the optimal laser welds point that is more appropriate to Ni-Cr prosthetic framework. Material and methods: A total of 60 specimens of Ni-Cr (35 mm x 4 mm) were designed and welded using a Nd:YAG laser device model EV 900. They were fixed in a metal piece 0.27 mm between the ends to be welded. All specimens were welded with 21 laser pulses diametrically opposed (frequency of 1.0Hz, load time 3.0 ms and 0.5 mm of diameter pulse). They were divided into three groups according to the electric current of the laser weld: A ­ 180A; B ­ 200A; C ­ 220A; and D- control group with no welding process. To determinate the flexural mechanic strength, all specimens were submitted to a three-point bending test. Results: The results obtained were: Group A = 553,76 Mpa; B = 751,02 Mpa and C = 802.13 Mpa. The control group was 1040.9 Mpa. ANOVA and Tukey's test were performed and statistical significance differences were observed between group A and B as well as between group A and C. However, no significant difference was observed between B and C. The group D (no welding process), significant difference was observed between A, B and C. Conclusion: According to the methodology used, the groups B and C, among the welded groups, produced higher values of mechanical strength than the group A. The groups B and C were similar.(AU)

Objetivos: Entre os requisitos de uma prótese fixa estão a adaptação marginal e seu assentamento passivo. Em alguns casos, para alcançarmos estes requisitos, devemos realizar o seccionamento e soldagem da infraestrutura metálica. Os procedimentos de soldagem a laser apresentam várias vantagens em relação aos outros processos de união. O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar os parâmetros ideais para soldagens a laser em de infraestruturas protéticas em Ni-Cr. Material e métodos: Foram confeccionados 60 infraestruturas (35 mm X 4,0 mm), que foram soldadas utilizando um aparelho de solda a laser Nd:YAG modelo EV 900. As amostras foram fixadas em uma peça metálica, mantendo padronizada uma distância de 0,27 mm entre as extremidades a serem unidas. Todas as amostras foram soldadas com 21 pulsos diametralmente opostos (frequência de 1,0 Hz, tempo de carga de 3,0 ms e 0,5 mm de diâmetro do pulso) e foram divididas em três grupos experimentais, alterando-se a intensidade da corrente elétrica da solda a laser: A) 180 A; B) 200 A; C) 220 A e D) grupo controle -sem processo de soldagem. Para se determinar a resistência mecânica flexural, todas as amostras foram submetidas ao teste de flexão de três pontos em máquina de teste universal. Resultados: Os resultados médios obtidos foram: grupo A) 553 Mpa, B) 751,0 Mpa, C) 802,1 Mpa e para a amostra controle foi de 1040,9 Mpa. Foram realizados o teste estatístico paramétrico ANOVA e o teste de Tukey, e foi observado diferença estatisticamente significante entre os grupos A x B e grupos A x C. No entanto, não foi observado diferença significante entre os grupos B x C. No Grupo D (sem processo de soldagem) foi observado diferença significante quando comparado com os grupos A, B e C. Conclusão: De acordo com a metodologia utilizada o grupo C produziu os maiores valores de resistência flexural, seguidos pelos grupos B e A respetivamente.(AU)

Efeito da soldagem híbrida (plasma + maçarico) na suavização da assinatura torque-ângulo em supraestruturas de COCR sobre minipilares de zircônia ­ parte 1 / Effect of hybrid soldering (plasma + gas torch) technique on suavization of torque-angle signatures at Co-Cr frameworks over zirconia mini-abutmets ­ part I

Objetivo: avaliar as desadaptações em supraestruturas de implantes e a curva de assinatura torque-ângulo dos parafusos protéticos nas condições monobloco e pós-soldagem. Material e métodos: uma base retangular de aço inox recebeu três implantes de hexágono externo (4,1 mm x 10 mm), onde foram parafusados minipilares de zircônia. Após o enceramento e inclusão, as supraestruturas foram fundidas em monobloco com uma liga de cobalto-cromo, e os cilindros foram numerados sequencialmente (1, 2 e 3). A leitura na interface supraestrutura/pilar foi realizada com um microscópio comparador (precisão de 1 µm), três vezes em cada cilindro. A tensão de torque nos parafusos foi medida com um torquímetro eletrônico odontológico (OsseoCare, Nobel Biocare). Depois, as supraestruturas foram seccionadas e soldadas a plasma (pontos de estabilização) e maçarico (preenchimento da área restante). Novamente, as desadaptações e assinaturas dos parafusos foram avaliadas pela mesma metodologia. Resultados: as médias de desadaptações foram maiores nas supraestruturas em monobloco (C1=3,5 µm; C2=0 µm; C3=31,2 µm) do que nas supraestruturas pós-soldagem (C1=3,0 µm; C2=2,9 µm; C3=18,1 µm). Dentro de cada condição, o teste de Kruskal-Wallis mostrou diferença estatisticamente significativa apenas para o cilindro 3 (monobloco: p < 0,00003 / pós-soldagem: p=0,008) em relação aos cilindros 1 e 2. Uma diferença estatisticamente significante foi encontrada apenas no C3, comparando as condições monobloco e pós-soldagem (teste t pareado, p=0,03). A assinatura dos parafusos se mostrou melhor na condição pós-soldagem. Conclusão: a fundição monobloco gera instabilidade na assinatura dos parafusos. A desadaptação nos parafusos protéticos de supraestruturas sobre minipilares de zircônia melhora após secção e soldagem híbrida.

Objective: to evaluate the misfi t at implant frameworks and the torque-angle signature curves at the prosthetic screws at one-piece and after soldering conditions. Material and methods: a stainless steel rectangular base received 3 external hex implants (4.1 x 10 mm) where zirconia mini-abutments were fastened. After wax-up and investing, the frameworks were one-piece cast with a Co-Cr alloy, and the prosthetic cylinders sequentially identified (1, 2, and 3). The misfit at the framework/abutment interface was measured with a microscope (reading error 1 µm) 3 times for each cylinder. The screw tension was investigated with an electronic torqued device (Osseocare, Nobel Biocare). After, the frameworks were sectioned and soldered with plasma (stabilization points) and gas torch (filling of the remaining areas). Again, the misfit and torque-angle signatures were measured as described. Results: mean misfit values were greater for one-piece castings (C1=3.5 µm; C2=0 µm; C3=31.2 µm) than after soldering (C1=3.0 µm; C2=2.9 µm; C3=18.1 µm). Within each condition, the Kruskal-Wallis test demonstrated a statistically significant difference only for C3 (one-piece casting: p < 0.00003 / after soldering: p=0.008) compared to C1 and C2. Between each condition, a significant difference was seen only for C3 in the one-piece and after soldering conditions (paired t test, p=0.03). The torque-angle signatures demonstrated a better behavior after soldering. Conclusion: one-piece castings provide instability at torque-angle signatures. Thus, the seating of the prosthetic abutments over the zirconia mini-abutments improves after sectioning and hybrid soldering.

Coroa metalocerâmica: formas e características da infraestrutura metálica

Este presente estudo tem como intuito descrever as formas e características da infra-estrutura metálica da coroa metalo-cerâmica para minimizar ao máximo a chance de erros e fraturas das mesmas. São observados características como espessura, coeficiente de expansão térmica, ponto de fusão, presença ou não de cinta metálica, formato, pontos de contato, tratamento de superfície entre outros. Tudo, embasado em uma profunda revisão de literatura, com busca feita...

Reabilitação oral implantossuportada de arco totalmente desdentado com a técnica da solda intraoral: caso clínico com dois anos de acompanhamento / Implant-supported oral rehabilitation of fully edentulous arch with an intraoral welding technique: clinical case with 2 years of follow-up

A reabilitação provisória rígida implantossuportada tem sido reconhecida por ter um impacto significativo sobre a resposta do tecido peri-implantar em carga imediata, uma vez que reduz a tensão mecânica exercida sobre cada implante. Um protocolo de sucesso para a carga imediata com implantes múltiplos depende de uma fixação adequada e da ausência de mobilidade dos implantes para evitar o risco de micromovimentos em relação ao osso circundante. O objetivo deste artigo foi demonstrar um conceito de prótese implantossuportada com uma esplintagem rígida rápida de vários implantes cone-morse com carregamento imediato para o mesmo dia da cirurgia, com uma reabilitação provisória reforçada por uma liga metálica, usando uma técnica de soldagem dos pilares de implantes diretamente na cavidade bucal com uma barra de titânio pré-fabricada.

The rigid implant-supported provisional rehabilitation has been recognized to have a significant impact on the peri-implant tissue response in immediate implant loading since it reduces the mechanical stress exerted on each implant. A successful protocol for immediate loading of multiple implants depends on an adequate fixation and immobility of the implants to prevent the risk of micromovements in relation to the surrounding bone. The objective of this article was show a implant-supported rehabilitation concept with a fast rigid splinting of multiple tapered connection implants for same-day immediate loading with metal-reinforced provisional restorations using a technique of welding implant abutments with a prefabricated titanium bar directly in the oral cavity.

Evaluation of the laboratorial processes' quality applied to titanium prostheses: plasma casting and laser welding - metallographic analysis / Avaliação da qualidade de processos laboratoriais aplicados nas próteses em titânio: fundição a plasma e soldagem a laser - análises metalográficas

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of laboratory processes in titanium alloys. Methods: Eight bars were cast using the voltaic arch technique. Three bars after casting were cut at three points and received, in total, nine laser welding points. All samples were analyzed under naked eye; 50X; 100X and 200X lens with electronic microscopy. Results: All samples showed a perfect casting, without continuity solution or defects such as emptiness, bubbles, cracks, porosity or inclusions. The nine welding points didn?t present any union failures, cracks or empty spaces and comparing this result with previous studies, there was improvement in the processes' quality. Conclusion: The good quality observed in these laboratorial processes were due to the improvement of the technician?s learning curve, observation of thelaboratorial protocols, the correction of possible defects in the equipment used and the application of statistical process control (SPC).

Objetivo: Avaliar a qualidade de processos laboratoriais aplicados em ligas de titânio. Métodos: Oito padrões em cera foram fundidos com o uso da técnica de arco voltaico. Três barras, após fundidas, foram cortadas em três pontos gerando nove pontos de solda com a técnica a laser. Todas as amostras foram analisados a olho nú e em aumento de 50x, 100x e 200x usando microscopia eletrônica - análise metalográfica.Resultados: Todas as amostras apresentaram boa fundição, sem soluções de continuidade, sem falhas como vazios, bolhas, trincas, porosidades e inclusões. Os nove pontos de soldas a laser não apresentaram falhas de união, trincas ou vazios e comparando estes resultados com achados anteriores, houve melhora na qualidade dos processos. Conclusão: Conclui-se que a boa qualidade observada nesta investigação dos processos laboratoriais do titânio se deve tanto a melhora na curva de aprendizagem dos técnicos, observação dos protocolos laboratoriais como também correção dos possíveis defeitos nos equipamentos utilizados como também ao controle estatístico do processo (CEP).

Stress Distribution in Co-Cr Implant Frameworks after Laser or TIG Welding

Lack of passivity has been associated with biomechanical problems in implant-supported prosthesis. The aim of this study was to evaluate the passivity of three techniques to fabricate an implant framework from a Co-Cr alloy by photoelasticity. The model was obtained from a steel die simulating an edentulous mandible with 4 external hexagon analog implants with a standard platform. On this model, five frameworks were fabricated for each group: a monoblock framework (control), laser and TIG welding frameworks. The photoelastic model was made from a flexible epoxy resin. On the photoelastic analysis, the frameworks were bolted onto the model for the verification of maximum shear stress at 34 selected points around the implants and 5 points in the middle of the model. The stresses were compared all over the photoelastic model, between the right, left, and center regions and between the cervical and apical regions. The values were subjected to two-way ANOVA, and Tukey's test (α=0.05). There was no significant difference among the groups and studied areas (p>0.05). It was concluded that the stresses generated around the implants were similar for all techniques.

Resumo A falta de passividade tem sido associada a problemas biomecânicos em próteses implantossuportadas. A proposta deste estudo foi avaliar, por meio da fotoelasticidade, a influência de três diferentes de fabricação de infraestrutura em liga de Co-Cr na passividade destas. O modelo foi obtido a partir de uma matriz de aço simulando uma mandíbula edêntula com 4 análogos de implantes de hexágono externo com plataforma padrão. Neste modelo, foram confeccionados cinco amostras para cada grupo: infraestruturas em monobloco, infraestruturas soldadas a laser e soldadas a TIG. O modelo fotoelástico foi feito com uma resina epóxi flexível (GIII, Polipox Industria e Comercio Ltda.). Na análise fotoelástica, as infraestruturas foram aparafusadas no modelo para a verificação da tensão de cisalhante máxima em 34 pontos selecionados ao redor dos implantes e 5 pontos na região média do modelo. Foram comparadas as tensões em todo o modelo fotoelástico, entre as regiões direita, esquerda e centro e também entre as regiões cervical e apical. Os valores foram submetidos à análise de variância a dois critérios, seguido pelo teste de Tukey (α=0,05). Os resultados não mostraram diferença significativa entre as tensões presentes nos grupos e nas áreas estudadas. Conclui-seque as tensões geradas ao redor dos implantes foram semelhantes entre as diferentes técnicas de confecção e entre todas as regiões analisadas. .

Análise metalográfica do titânio puro submetido à soldagem laser Nd: YAG e TIG / Metallographic analysis of pure Ti submitted to Nd: YAG laser and TIG welding

Introdução: Os métodos de soldagem mais utilizados em Odontologia não podem ser aplicados ao titânio puro e às suas ligas em função da alta reatividade do titânio com elementos atmosféricos; dessa forma, o mesmo não deve ser soldado por processo comum. Objetivo: O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a característica metalúrgica do titânio comercialmente puro sem solda e submetido aos processos de soldagem a laser e TIG. Material e Método: Foram confeccionados 15 corpos de prova em titânio comercialmente puro, cinco para cada condição, na forma de hastes cilíndricas, obtidas por fundição odontológica, sob atmosfera de gás argônio e vácuo, com calor produzido por um arco voltaico, com a injeção do titânio sob vácuo-pressão. Três grupos foram formados I: soldagem a laser; II: soldagem TIG, e III: sem solda. Os corpos de prova do grupo I e II foram seccionados ao meio e soldados por TIG e por laser, respectivamente; o grupo III foi mantido sem corte e sem solda, como controle. A análise metalográfica foi realizada sob aumentos de 50×, 100× e 200×, em microscópio. Resultado: Pelos resultados obtidos nas micrografias, o titânio comercialmente puro apresentou uma morfologia de grãos equiaxiais da fase α, o cordão de solda a laser apresentou estrutura martensítica e, na TIG, microestrutura Widmanstätten. Conclusão: A microestrutura martensítica é condizente com a alta taxa de resfriamento proveniente do processo de soldagem a laser. As estruturas martensítica e Widmansttäten são mais refinadas quando comparadas à microestrutura do metal base.

Introduction: The welding method most commonly used in dentistry can not be applied to pure titanium and its alloys and its alloys due to high reactivity of titanium with the atmospheric elements must not be welded by common process. Objective: This study surveyed the characteristics of commercially pure titanium metal intact samples and those laser weld and tungsten inert gas weld. Material and Method: Fifteen cylindrical rods were developments by using brass rods are patterns. The samples were invested in casings, subjected to thermal cycles, and positioned in a plasma arc-welding machine under argon atmosphere and vacuum, and titanium was injected under vacuum/pressure. Three groups were formed I: laser welding, II, III and TIG welding, without welding. The bodies of the test piece in group I and II were cut in half and welded by TIG and laser, respectively, and group III was maintained intact as control. The metallographic analysis was performed under magnification 50×, 100× and 200× microscope. Result: The results obtained in the micrographs, the commercially pure titanium showed an equiaxed grain morphology of α phase, the laser weld bead showed martensitic structure and TIG Widmanstätten microstructure. Conclusion: Martensitic microstructure is in agreement with the high cooling rate from the laser welding process. Martensitic and Widmansttäten structures are more refined when compared to the microstructure of the base metal.

Avaliação da resistência flexural entre diferentes métodos de soldagem / Evaluation of flexural strength among different welding methods

A técnica de soldagem, muito utilizada em prótese parcial fixa, permite a união das partes metálicas, favorecendo a adaptação da prótese e a distribuição das forças mastigatórias, minimizando falhas no tratamento reabilitador. O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a resistência flexural dos métodos de soldagem com chama direta, laser e TIG, utilizando uma liga de NiCr. Um grupo controle (M) foi confeccionado fundindo os corpos de prova em monobloco. Foram confeccionados três grupos: chama direta (C), laser (L) e TIG (T), onde os corpos de prova foram seccionados transversalmente. Em razão das características das soldagens laser e TIG que ocorrem apenas perifericamente, foram realizados outros dois grupos: laser (L1) e TIG (T1), em que os corpos de prova foram seccionados em chanfro de 45º. Os corpos de prova tiveram suas extremidades unidas com resina duralay e cada grupo passou pelo seu respectivo processo de soldagem, torneamento, simulação de cocção da porcelana e, finalmente, submetidos aos testes de flexão. Os valores numéricos registrados foram de 1,79 GPa (M), 1,37 GPa (C), 0,99 GPa (T), 1,26 GPa (T1), 1,03 GPa (L) e 1,09 GPa (L1). Os dados obtidos foram submetidos à análise estatística (Anova – p < 0,5). Concluiu-se que todos os grupos laser e TIG apresentaram resultados semelhantes entre si; os grupos laser e TIG com preenchimento foram semelhantes ao grupo chama e todos os grupos soldados foram diferentes estatisticamente do grupo controle.

Soldering methods used to join fixed partial dentures favor prosthesis fit and distribution of masticatory forces, minimizing failures in the oral rehabilitation process. The aim of this work was to evaluate the flexural strength of different soldering methods as brazing, TIG, and laser welding using a Ni-Cr alloy. A control group (M) was made using one-piece castings. Also, other three groups were made by brazing (C), TIG (T), and laser (L) being sectioned in a transversal direction. Another two groups were ssectioned in a 45-degree chanfer configuration. The specimens were joined with acrylic resin and submitted to flexural tests. The numerical values were 1,79 GPa (M), 1,37 GPa (C), 0,99 GPa (T), 1,26 GPa (T1), 1,03 GPa (L) e 1,09 GPa (L1). The Anova test (p=0.05) was performed to identify possible significant differences among groups. The conclusions were: all Laser and TIG groups were statistically similar with the brazing group and all the experimental groups were statistically different from the control group.

Avaliação da microestrutura, microdureza e resistência à corrosão de juntas soldadas de uma liga de Ni-Cr obtidas através de diferentes processos de soldagem / Evaluation of the microstructure, hardness and corrosion resistance of welded joints of a Ni-Cr alloy obtained by different welding processes

Este trabalho avaliou o comportamento eletroquímico do metal de base (MB) de uma liga a base de níquel-cromo em relação a juntas soldadas desta liga obtidas pelos processos de brasagem (BRA) e Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG), imersos em saliva artificial com pH 2,5 e 5,5. Foram também realizados ensaios de microdureza e caracterização microestrutural, por meio de microscopia óptica e eletrônica de varredura e análise química semi-quantitativa por EDS, nos grupos MB, TIG, BRA e no cordão de solda a laser (LAS). O MB apresentou uma matriz rica em níquel e cromo, distribuída em um arranjo dendrítico típico, apresentando inclusões metálicas de silício e titânio, além de porosidades. As soldas TIG e LAS revelaram uma microestrutura mais refinada que o MB, mostrando, entretanto, uma mesma composição química e distribuição de seus elementos. A solda BRA apresentou diferenças marcantes em sua microestrutura, composição química e distribuição de seus elementos em relação ao MB. Os dados de microdureza Vickers (HV), potencial de corrosão (Ecorr) e densidade de corrente de corrosão (jcorr) foram analisados com ANOVA e teste de Tukey (p<0,05). Para determinação da influência do pH quanto a resistência à corrosão dos grupos MB, TIG e BRA, empregou-se o teste t de Student (p<0,05). O MB apresentou menor média de microdureza (256,13 ± 9,39 HV), seguido pelos grupos TIG (271,53 ± 8,07 HV), LAS (303,73 ± 13,93 HV) e BRA (551,99 ± 37,73 HV). Em pH 2,5 as médias do Ecorr (mV) para o MB, TIG e BRA foram, respectivamente, -67,9 ± 8,43, -52,78 ± 16,74, e -284,33 ± 19,04; e em pH 5,5, médias de -54,03 ± 21,15, -62,08 ± 20,16 e -278,8 ± 28,96. Os valores médios de jcorr (µA.cm-2) para o MB, TIG e BRA em pH 2,5 foram, respectivamente, 2,49 ± 0,95, 5,584 ± 1,64 e 27,45 ± 4,9; e em pH 5,5, médias de 1,929 ± 0,83, 4,267 ± 1,51 e 54,2 ± 11,96. Os grupos MB e TIG apresentaram boa resistência à corrosão, com maior módulo de impedância em relação ao grupo BRA. As diferenças no pH da ...

This study evaluated and compared the electrochemical behavior of the base metal (BM) of a nickel-chromium dental alloy with welded joints obtained by brazing processes (BRA) and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG), when immersed in artificial saliva at pH 2.5 and 5.5. Microhardness, microstructural characterization by means of optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and semi-quantitative chemical analysis by Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS), were performed in the groups BM, TIG, BRA and in joints weld by laser (LAS). The BM showed a matrix rich in nickel and chromium, distributed in a typical dendritic arrangement, with inclusions of silicon and titanium, and porosities. LAS and TIG welds reveled a microstructure more refined than the BM, however, the same chemical composition and distribution of its elements. BRA showed marked differences in their microstructure, chemical composition and distribution of the elements in relation to BM. Vickers microhardness (HV), corrosion potential (Ecorr) and corrosion current density (jcorr) were statistically analyzed with ANOVA and Tukey test (p <0.05). In order to determine the influence of pH and corrosion resistance in groups BM, TIG and BRA, Student t test, with significance level of 95% was used. BM had the lowest average microhardness (HV 256.13 ± 9.39), followed by groups TIG (271.53 ± 8.07 HV), LAS (303.73 ± 13.93 HV) and BRA (551, HV 99 ± 37.73). At pH 2.5 the average Ecorr (mV) for the MB and TIG were respectively -67.9 ± 8.43 and -52.78 ± 16.74, and at pH 5.5, averaging -54, 03 ± 21.15 and -62.08 ± 20.16. LAS group showed averages of Ecorr (mV) at pH 2.5 and 5.5, respectively, -284.33 ± 19.04 and 28.96 ± -278.8. The average values of jcorr (ìA.cm-2) to BM and TIG at pH 2.5 were respectively 2.49 ± 0.95 and 5.584 ± 1.64, and at pH 5.5, 1.929 ± 0.83 and 4.267 ± 1.51. Average jcorr for LAS group (ìA.cm-2) at pH 2.5 and 5.5 were respectively 27.45 ± 4.9 and 11.96 ± 54.2. BM and TIG ...

Análise das tensões ao redor de implantes após aparafusamento de infraestruturas soldadas a Laser e a Tig / Analysis of stresses around implants after screw infrastructure and Tig welded Laser

Objetivo: avaliar por meio da fotoelasticidade, as tensões geradas ao redor de implantes após o aparafusamento de estruturas confeccionadas por soldagem a Laser ou a TIG de barras cilíndricas de Cobalto-Cromo. Metodologia: foi realizado um estudo experimental a partir de um modelo de trabalho com dois implantes rosqueáveis. Nele foram realizadas a união dos UCLAs calcináveis à barra metálica, ambos de Cobalto-Cromo, por meio de soldagens à Laser(Grupo 1) e a TIG (Grupo 2), para confecção das amostras. Em seguida, sobre um modelo fotoelástico foram parafusadas as estruturas metálicas com torque manual de 20 Ncm, levadas ao polariscópio circular e submetidas a fotografias digitais padronizadas .Resultados: foi constatada a presença de tensões em ambos os grupos, contudo, a solda TIG exibiu maior número de franjas entre os implantes e nas cervicais distais. Conclusão: a estrutura confecciona por soldagem a Laser gerou menos tensões ao redor dos implantes que a confeccionada por soldagem a TIG para as infraestruturas de Co-Cr.

Aim: evaluate by using photoelasticity, the influence of laser welding or TIG welding of cylindrical rods of Cobalt-Chromium in the generation of tensions around implants. Methodology: using a working model with two screw implants, Cobalt-Chrome frameworks were made by laser welding method (Group 1) and TIG method(Group 2). Then, on a photoelastic model were bolted steel structures with manual torque of 20 Ncm, put to the circular polariscope and subjected to standardized digital photographs.Results: confirmed the presence of tensions in both groups, however, the TIG welding exhibited higher number of fringes between the implants and the distal neck. Conclusion: laser welding framework has generated less tension on the implants that the TIG welding for Cobalt-Chrome framework.

Effect of plasma welding parameters on the flexural strength of ti-6al-4v alloy

The aim of this study was to assess the effect of different plasma arc welding parameters on the flexural strength of titanium alloy beams (Ti-6Al-4V). Forty Ti-6Al-4V and 10 NiCr alloy beam specimens (40 mm long and 3.18 mm diameter) were prepared and divided into 5 groups (n=10). The titanium alloy beams for the control group were not sectioned or subjected to welding. Groups PL10, PL12, and PL14 contained titanium beams sectioned and welded at current 3 A for 10, 12 or 14 ms, respectively. Group NCB consisted of NiCr alloy beams welded using conventional torch brazing. After, the beams were subjected to a three-point bending test and the values obtained were analyzed to assess the flexural strength (MPa). Statistical analysis was carried out by one-way ANOVA and Tukey's HSD test at 0.05 confidence level. Significant difference was verified among the evaluated groups (p<0.001), with higher flexural strength for the control group (p<0.05). No significant differences was observed among the plasma welded groups (p>0.05). The NCB group showed the lowest flexural strength, although it was statistically similar to the PL 14 group (p>0.05). The weld depth penetration was not significantly different among the plasma welded groups (p=0.05). Three representative specimens were randomly selected to be evaluated under scanning electron microcopy. The composition of the welded regions was analyzed by energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. This study provides an initial set of parameters supporting the use of plasma welding during fabrication of titanium alloy dental frameworks.

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar o efeito de diferentes parâmetros de solda a plasma verificando a resistência flexural de barras de liga de titânio (Ti-6Al-4V). Quarenta espécimes de Ti-6AL-4V e dez espécimes de liga de NiCr foram preparados (40 mm de altura e 3,18 mm de diâmetro) e divididos em 5 grupos (n=10). As barras de liga titânio do grupo controle não foram seccionadas e nem submetidas a processo de soldagem. Os grupos PL10, PL12 e PL14, continham barras de titânio seccionadas e soldadas com uma corrente de 3 A por períodos de 10,12 e 14 ms, respectivamente. O grupo NCB consistiu de barras de liga de NiCr soldadas pelo método de brasagem convencional. Em seguida as barras foram submetidas ao teste de flexão de três pontos e os valores obtidos foram transformados em resistência flexural (MPa). Análise estatística foi realizada usando ANOVA de fator único e o teste Tukey com o nível de significância de 0,05. Diferença estatística foi verificada entre os grupos avaliados (p<0,001), com os maiores valores pra o grupo controle. Não foram encontradas diferenças entre os grupos de solda plasma (p>0,05). O grupo NCB apresentou os menores valores de resistência flexural embora tenha sido estatisticamente semelhante ao grupo PL14. Não houve diferença significante na profundidade de penetração entre os grupos de solda plasma (p=0,05). Três espécimes representativos foram aleatoriamente selecionados para serem avaliados por meio de microscopia eletrônica de varredura. A composição das regiões soldadas foi verificada por meio de espectroscopia por energia dispersiva. Este estudo fornece informações iniciais de parâmetros para permitir a utilização de soldagem plasma durante a fabricação de estruturas em liga de titânio.

Prosthetic misfit of implant-supported prosthesis obtained by an alternative section method

PURPOSE: Adequate passive-fitting of one-piece cast 3-element implant-supported frameworks is hard to achieve. This short communication aims to present an alternative method for section of one-piece cast frameworks and for casting implant-supported frameworks. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Three-unit implant-supported nickel-chromium (Ni-Cr) frameworks were tested for vertical misfit (n = 6). The frameworks were cast as one-piece (Group A) and later transversally sectioned through a diagonal axis (Group B) and compared to frameworks that were cast diagonally separated (Group C). All separated frameworks were laser welded. Only one side of the frameworks was screwed. RESULTS: The results on the tightened side were significantly lower in Group C (6.43 +/- 3.24 microm) when compared to Groups A (16.50 +/- 7.55 microm) and B (16.27 +/- 1.71 microm) (P<.05). On the opposite side, the diagonal section of the one-piece castings for laser welding showed significant improvement in the levels of misfit of the frameworks (Group A, 58.66+/-14.30 microm; Group B, 39.48+/-12.03 microm; Group C, 23.13+/-8.24 microm) (P<.05). CONCLUSION: Casting diagonally sectioned frameworks lowers the misfit levels. Lower misfit levels for the frameworks can be achieved by diagonally sectioning one-piece frameworks.

Corrosion in Haas expanders with and without use of an antimicrobial agent: an in situ study

OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to evaluate in situ the occurrence of corrosion in the soldering point areas between the wire, silver brazing and band in Haas expanders. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Thirty-four 7-12-year-old patients who needed maxillary expansion with a Haas expander were randomly assigned to two groups of 17 individuals each, according to the oral hygiene protocol adopted during the orthodontic treatment: Group I (control), toothbrushing with a fluoride dentifrice and Group II (experimental), toothbrushing with the same dentifrice plus 0.12 percent chlorhexidine gluconate (Periogard®) mouthrinses twice a week. The appliances were removed after approximately 4 months. Fragments of the appliances containing a metallic band with a soldered wire were sectioned at random for examination by stereomicroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDS). Data were analyzed statistically by Fisher's test at 5 percent significance level. RESULTS: The analysis by optical microscopy revealed areas with color change suggestive of corrosion in the soldering point areas joining the band and the wire in all specimens of both groups, with no statistically significant difference between the groups (p=1). The peaks of chemical elements (Ni, Fe, Cr, O, C and P) revealed by EDS were also similar in both groups. CONCLUSION: Color changes and peaks of chemical elements suggestive of corrosion were observed in the soldering point areas between the wire, silver brazing and band in both control and experimental groups, which indicate that the 0.12 percent chlorhexidine gluconate mouthrinses did not influence the occurrence of corrosion in situ.

eRME - Rapid Maxillary Expansion in the economic way.

Aim and Objectives: Rapid Maxillary Expansion constitutes a routine clinical procedure in orthodontics, involving separation of mid-palatine suture which is usually done with help of the Hyrax screw. However, because of its high cost, the use has been limited, especially in institutions. So, the purpose of this study was to construct an economical device which can expand the maxillary arch in growing patients. Materials and Methods: Six patients having constricted maxilla and posterior skeletal crossbite were randomly selected from the Department of Orthodontics. A unique, easy and simple alternative device for expanding the maxillary arch called economic Rapid Maxillary Expander (eRME) has been fabricated at about one-tenth the cost of the conventional Hyrax. Pre- and post-treatment effects were statistically tested by using paired t-test at 0.05 level of significance. Results and Conclusion: The study results showed an average expansion in canine, premolar and molar regions of 4.4 mm, 6.8 mm and 9.4 mm, respectively, having significant difference pre-and post-treatment. Thus, it shows that maxillary expansion is efficiently possible with the application of this newly constructed device named eRME. This appliance also acts as a fixed retainer to avoid relapse, hence negating the need for a separate retainer.

Effect of laser welding on the titanium ceramic tensile bond strength

Titanium reacts strongly with elements, mainly oxygen at high temperature. The high temperature of titanium laser welding modifies the surface, and may interfere on the metal-ceramic tensile bond strength. OBJECTIVE: The influence of laser welding on the titanium-ceramic bonding has not yet been established. The purpose of this in vitro study was to analyze the influence of laser welding applied to commercially pure titanium (CpTi) substructure on the bond strength of commercial ceramic. The influence of airborne particle abrasion (Al2O3) conditions was also studied. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Forty CpTi cylindrical rods (3 mm x 60 mm) were cast and divided into 2 groups: with laser welding (L) and without laser welding (WL). Each group was divided in 4 subgroups, according to the size of the particles used in airborne particle abrasion: A - Al2O3 (250 µm); B - Al2O3 (180 µm); C - Al2O3 (110 µm); D - Al2O3 (50 µm). Ceramic rings were fused around the CpTi rods. Specimens were invested and their tensile strength was measured at fracture with a universal testing machine at a crosshead speed of 2.0 mm/min and 200 kgf load cell. Statistical analysis was carried out with analysis of variance and compared using the independent t test (p<0.05). RESULTS: Significant differences were found among all subgroups (p<0.05). The highest and the lowest bond strength means were recorded in subgroups WLC (52.62 MPa) and LD (24.02 MPa), respectively. CONCLUSION: Airborne particle abrasion yielded significantly lower bond strength as the Al2O3 particle size decreased. Mechanical retention decreased in the laser-welded specimens, i.e. the metal-ceramic tensile bond strength was lower.

Microstructure, mechanical performance and corrosion properties of base metal solder joints.

Context: Alloys have been considered to be of paramount importance in the field of prosthodontics. Long span prosthesis may often require joining of one or more individual castings to obtain better fit, occlusal harmony and esthetics in comparison to one-piece casting. Aim: This study was undertaken to evaluate the mechanical properties of base metal alloys joined by two different techniques, namely, gas oxygen torch soldering and laser fusion, compared to a one-piece casting. Mechanical properties evaluated were tensile strength, percentage of elongation and hardness of the solder joint. In addition, corrosion properties and scanning electron microscopic appearance of the joints were also evaluated. Materials and Methods: The samples were prepared according to American Society for Testing Materials specifications (ASTM, E8). Specimens were made with self-cure acrylic and then invested in phosphate-bonded investment material. Casting was done in induction casting machine. Thirty specimens were thus prepared for each group and compared with 30 specimens of the one-piece casting group. Statistical Analysis Used: SPSS software (version 10.0, Chicago, IL, USA) was used for statistical analysis. ANOVA and Benferroni post hoc tests were done for multiple comparisons between the groups and within the groups for mean difference and standard error. Results: Results showed that tensile strength of the one-piece casting was higher than laser fused and gas oxygen torch soldered joints. Laser fused joints exhibited higher hardness values compared to that of gas oxygen torch soldered joints. Scanning electron microscopic examination revealed greater porosity in the gas oxygen torch soldered joints. This contributed to the reduction in the strength of the joint. Gas oxygen torch soldered joints showed less corrosion resistance when compared to laser fused joints and one-piece casting. Conclusion: Laser fusion, which is a recent introduction to the field of prosthodontics, produces joints which have properties between those of one-piece casting and the gas oxygen torch soldering.

Citotoxicidade de soldas elétricas a ponto: estudo in vitro / Cytotoxicity of electric spot welding: an in vitro study

OBJETIVO: o processo de solda envolve íons metálicos capazes de provocar lise celular. Diante disso, o objetivo deste estudo foi testar a hipótese de que existe citotoxicidade entre diferentes tipos de ligas (CrNi, TMA, NiTi) utilizadas em Ortodontia, submetidas à solda elétrica a ponto. MÉTODOS: três tipos de ligas foram avaliados neste estudo. Foram confeccionados 36 corpos de prova, 6 para cada combinação entre os fios, divididos em 6 grupos - grupo AA (aço com aço), grupo AT (aço com TMA), grupo AN (aço com NiTi), grupo TT (TMA com TMA), grupo TN (TMA com NiTi) e grupo NN (NiTi com NiTi) - que foram submetidos à solda a ponto para avaliação quanto ao possível efeito citotóxico nos tecidos bucais. Previamente, os corpos de prova foram limpos com álcool isopropílico e esterilizados em luz ultravioleta. O ensaio de citotoxicidade foi realizado utilizando-se cultura de células (linhagem L929, fibroblastos de camundongos), submetida ao teste para células viáveis em vermelho neutro ("dye-uptake") no tempo de 24h. A análise de variância e comparação múltipla (ANOVA) e teste de Tukey foram utilizados (p< 0,05). RESULTADOS: os resultados demonstraram que não houve diferença estatisticamente significativa entre os grupos experimentais (P> 0,05). Foi observada maior viabilidade celular no grupo TT, seguido dos grupos AT, TN, AA, NA e NN. CONCLUSÃO: pôde-se evidenciar que solda em fios de liga de NiTi causaram maior quantidade de lise celular. Soldas elétricas a ponto demonstraram pequena capacidade de causar lise celular.

OBJECTIVE: The welding process involves metal ions capable of causing cell lysis. In view of this fact, the aim of this study was to test the hypothesis that cytotoxicity is present in different types of alloys (CrNi, TMA, NiTi) commonly used in orthodontic practice when these alloys are subjected to electric spot welding. METHODS: Three types of alloys were evaluated in this study. Thirty-six test specimens were fabricated, 6 for each wire combination, and divided into 6 groups: Group SS (stainless steel), Group ST (steel with TMA), Group SN (steel with NiTi), Group TT (TMA with TMA), Group TN group (TMA with NiTi) and Group NN (NiTi with NiTi). All groups were subjected to spot welding and assessed in terms of their potential cytotoxicity to oral tissues. The specimens were first cleaned with isopropyl alcohol and sterilized with ultraviolet light (UV). A cytotoxicity assay was performed using cultured cells (strain L929, mouse fibroblast cells), which were tested for viable cells in neutral red dye-uptake over 24 hours. Analysis of variance and multiple comparison (ANOVA), as well as Tukey test were employed (p<0.05). RESULTS: The results showed no statistically significant difference between experimental groups (P>0.05). Cell viability was higher in the TT group, followed by groups ST, TN, SS, NS and NN. CONCLUSIONS: It became evident that the welding of NiTi alloy wires caused a greater amount of cell lysis. Electric spot welding was found to cause little cell lysis.