Proposals for optimization of laser welding in prosthetic dentistry

J Prosthodont. 2010 Jan;19(1):69-76. doi: 10.1111/j.1532-849X.2009.00523.x. Epub 2009 Sep 23.

Abstract

This paper points out each key parameter involved in laser welding and discusses the parameters' effects on weld microstructure and defects detected inside the weld. Solutions are proposed to adjust the parameters to provide an optimal dental assembly. Metallurgical effects as well as defects are briefly discussed. A welding procedure adapted to different compositions of dental alloys is proposed.

MeSH terms

  • Chromium Alloys
  • Cobalt
  • Dental Alloys*
  • Dental Soldering / methods*
  • Gold Alloys
  • Lasers, Solid-State*
  • Metallurgy
  • Nickel
  • Thermal Conductivity
  • Titanium
  • Transition Temperature
  • Welding / methods

Substances

  • Chromium Alloys
  • Dental Alloys
  • Gold Alloys
  • palladium-silver alloy W1
  • Cobalt
  • Nickel
  • Titanium