This book gives an introduction to the mechanical behavior and degradation of dental ceramics
and guides the reader through their performance under effect of oral environments. It addresses
the different kinds of dental ceramics their properties degradation and mechanical aspects
with less emphasys on the physics and chemistry involved which makes the reading interesting
for beginners in the field. In each chapter the reader will learn about the mechanical
behavior of dental ceramics and each phenomenon involved in their application besides finding
some practical examples of their use in dental clinics their manufacturing procedures and
types of degradation. The clear language and the application-oriented perspective of the book
makes it suitable for both professionals and students who want to learn about dental ceramics.
