Structure-property characterization of the dentine-enamel junction (DEJ)

Tan Sui, Tao Li, Michael A. Sandholzer, Eric Le Bourhis, Kaiyang Zeng, Gabriel Landini, Alexander M. Korsunsky*

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Abstract

The dentine-enamel junction (DEJ) is an Important internal interface with strong and durable bonding between the hard outer layer (enamel) and the soft inner tooth core (dentine). This study investigated the microstructure of the DEJ by X-ray imaging method and synchrotron X-ray scattering techniques. Further high resolution elastic modulus mapping indicates that the DEJ is a band with a graded mechanical property rather than a discrete interface. The microstructure-property relationship is also illustrated. The knowledge of the architecture and properties of the natural DEJ will help in the biomimetic development of dental restorations and novel replacement materials and application techniques.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationWorld Congress on Engineering, WCE 2014
PublisherNewswood Limited
Pages1529-1534
Number of pages6
ISBN (Print)9789881925350
Publication statusPublished - 2014
EventWorld Congress on Engineering, WCE 2014 - London, United Kingdom
Duration: 2 Jul 20144 Jul 2014

Publication series

NameLecture Notes in Engineering and Computer Science
Volume2
ISSN (Print)2078-0958

Conference

ConferenceWorld Congress on Engineering, WCE 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityLondon
Period2/07/144/07/14

Keywords

  • Index terms-dentine-enamel junction
  • Mechanical property
  • Microscopy
  • Synchrotron x-ray scattering

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Science (miscellaneous)

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