Effect of Sn Film Grain Size and Thickness on Kinetics of Spontaneous Sn Whisker Growth

Lin, Wen Chih; Tseng, Tsan Hsien; Liu, Wei; Huang, Kuo Shuo; Chen, Hao; Lee, Hsin Yi; Ku, Ching−Shun; Wu, Albert T.

doi:10.1007/s11837-019-03546-0

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“…Metal whiskers are naturally formed on the surfaces of metals or artificially controlled, in the form of single-crystal growths, commonly found in tin Sn, 88 , 89 Fe, 90 Au, 91 Ag, 92 Cu, 93 , 94 and other metals with low melting points. The diameter of the metal whiskers is generally between a few nanometers and tens of nanometers, while the length can reach the micron level.…”

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Recent Advances in Whiskers: Properties and Clinical Applications in Dentistry

Han,

Zhang,

Liu

et al. 2024

IJN

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Whiskers are nanoscale, high-strength fibrous crystals with a wide range of potential applications in dentistry owing to their unique mechanical, thermal, electrical, and biological properties. They possess high strength, a high modulus of elasticity and good biocompatibility. Hence, adding these crystals to dental composites as reinforcement can considerably improve the mechanical properties and durability of restorations. Additionally, whiskers are involved in inducing the value-added differentiation of osteoblasts, odontogenic osteocytes, and pulp stem cells, and promoting the regeneration of alveolar bone, periodontal tissue, and pulp tissue. They can also enhance the mucosal barrier function, inhibit the proliferation of tumor cells, control inflammation, and aid in cancer prevention. This review comprehensively summarizes the classification, properties, growth mechanisms and preparation methods of whiskers and focuses on their application in dentistry. Due to their unique physicochemical properties, excellent biological properties, and nanoscale characteristics, whiskers show great potential for application in bone, periodontal, and pulp tissue regeneration. Additionally, they can be used to prevent and treat oral cancer and improve medical devices, thus making them a promising new material in dentistry.

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