Relationship between fracture toughness and flexural strength in dental porcelains.

The aim of this study was to investigate the correlation between fracture toughness (K(Ic)) and flexural strength (FS) in dental porcelains. Porcelains with different leucite contents and clinical indications were used (A, B, C, D, and E). K(Ic) was determined by surface crack in flexure method (SCF) and FS was determined by four-point-bending test.