Influence of Pontic Length on the Structural Integrity of Zirconia Fixed Partial Dentures (FPDs)
This study underscores the importance of pontic length and design in determining the fracture resistance of zirconia restorations. Shorter spans exhibit greater structural stability, reinforcing the need for careful treatment planning when designing multi-unit zirconia bridges. By optimizing bridge parameters, clinicians can improve clinical outcomes and extend the longevity of zirconia prostheses in restorative dentistry.
Authors
- A. C. Novac (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6034-6260)
- Meda Lavinia Negruțiu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1126-3944)
- Mihai Romînu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1199-3020)
- Serban Talpos Niculescu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0211-5368)
- Cosmin Sinescu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5651-7215)
- Ioana Elena Lile (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-6347-3497)
- Cristian Zaharia (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2424-6924)
- Ioana Veja (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4837-2693)
- Tareq Hajaj (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7500-7181)
- Florina Titihazan
Institutions
- Victor Babeș University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timișoara (RO)
- Vasile Goldis Western University of Arad (RO)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Functional Biomaterials
- Published
- 2025-03-25
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb16040116
- Citations
- 12
- Primary Topic
- Dental materials and restorations
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 20.11