Nick Silikas

Nick Silikas, Manchester

CURRICULUM VITAE

Nick Silikas is a Professor in Oral Biomaterials Sciences and the Dean of the Dental School at the University of Manchester. He has worked within the field of dental biomaterials since 1996, generating more than 170 papers, which have received over 10,000 citations and has an h index of 59 (google scholar). His research interests involve surface characterisation and nanocomposites used in dentistry as restorative dental materials. In particular, nano-particles influence on aesthetics and surface properties. This work has been extended to dental implants and formation of nanoparticles on their surface that is a critical factor for their osseointegration and clinical success. He has been elected as a Fellow of The Academy of Dental Materials, FADM, since 2004, and currently is the Transactions Editor for the Academy of Dental Materials (ADM) [2014-present]. Nick has an extended editorial activity as the Editor for “Dental Materials“ ranked No 1 Journal for Dental Materials, the Associate Editor for Dental Materials for the “European Journal of Oral Sciences” and as Editorial Board Member in several other Journals.

ABSTRACT

Composites-what are we grinding off

Nowadays, resin-composites are considered the preferred choice for direct aesthetic restorations. Their popularity is also evident by the wide range of choices ranging from flowables to heavily filled and bulk fill materials. The main premise regarding their composition and chemistry is broadly similar and is replicated in other applications such as adhesives, sealers etc. The most prevalent classification is based on the filler size utilised in these materials. Typically, there is a range of sizes leading to a hybrid composite with a bimodal or. Most likely, a tri-modal distribution. Almost all commercial composites available today employ at least some nanofillers in their matrix. The interaction between fillers and monomers resulting in a cross linked matrix, are crucial for the clinical longevity of the restoration. This presentation explores interactions of different matrices and the effects that will have on particles being released during clinical dental procedures.