[Dental welding titanium and its clinical usage]

Sheng Wu Yi Xue Gong Cheng Xue Za Zhi. 1998 Sep;15(3):303-5, 310.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Due to its excellent biocompatibility, desirable chemical and mechanical properties, Titanium has been used for implant denture, RPD and FPD, where welding techniques were indispensable. This paper introduces 5 useful modern ways to weld Titanium and their clinical usage. They are: laser, plasma welding, TIG, infraned brazing and Hruska electrowelding.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Dental Soldering / methods*
  • Infrared Rays
  • Lasers
  • Titanium* / chemistry

Substances

  • Titanium