Publications by authors named "N Vivek"
Background: Graphene oxide (GO) coatings have emerged as a promising method to enhance materials' surface properties and mechanical performance. In the context of endodontic files, the efficacy of these instruments is critically dependent on the properties of their outermost layer. Surface treatments and coatings can substantially improve these characteristics.
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- The study focuses on the facial artery, a key blood supply source for the head and neck, aiming to map its branches and measure their dimensions in relation to face and neck landmarks.
- Conducted on 60 hemifaces from 30 male cadavers, the research used statistical methods to analyze the diameter and length of the facial artery branches, noting significant values for the superior labial, inferior labial, lateral nasal, angular, and submental branches.
- The results revealed no major side-to-side differences in most branches, except for the submental artery, which showed a notable variation, providing valuable anatomical insights for surgical planning, particularly for the Indian population.
Background: The effectiveness of endodontic files relies significantly on the characteristics of the outermost layer, which can be greatly improved through suitable surface treatments and appropriate coatings. Graphene-based materials (GBMs) have been utilized to fabricate nanocomposite coatings aimed at improving surface characteristics and mechanical behavior, including resilience, sustainability, oxidation resistance, solidity, and traction.
Aim: This research aims to study the surface topography of a nickel-titanium (Ni-Ti) pediatric rotary file coated with graphene oxide (GO) using a scanning electron microscope (SEM).