The SHDC is based on an existing self-healing material model and uses biocompatible, cement-forming chemistry and stronger silica microcapsules. It heals cracks by forming a clinically tested dental restorative material, glass ionomer cement (GIC). In Self Healing Dental Composites (SHDCs), GIC (Glass ionomer cement) is produced when two healing components, "healing powder (HP)" and "healing liquid (HL)," come into contact and react. The healing of engineered composite materials, such as self-healing dental composites(SHDCs), has primarily focused on the recuperation of fracture toughness...

Dive into the groundbreaking world of smart materials and self-healing technologies that are revolutionizing both dental practice and industrial applications. This comprehensive guide explores the cutting-edge developments in microencapsulation techniques, from coacervation to spray drying, and their transformative applications across pharmaceuticals, dentistry, and structural engineering. Drawing from extensive research and practical implementations, the book unveils how these innovative materials respond to various stimuli-including stress, temperature, pH, and electromagnetic fields-to...