Optimal sandblasting conditions for conventional-type ...
Objective: To assess the influence of sandblasting conditions applied to conventional-type yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia polycrystal (Y-TZP) on surface roughness, phase transformation, and biaxial flexural strength. Methods: Commercially available Y-TZP (Lava Frame, 3M Dental Products) disks were used after sintering (specimen dimensions: 14mm in diameter and 1.2mm in thickness).