photopolymerization
[/ˌfoʊtoʊˌpɒlɪməraɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: photopolymerizations / fotopolimerizações
fotopolimerização
1. A chemical process in which light energy initiates the polymerization of monomers to form polymers, typically used in dental restorations, 3D printing, and photoresists
The dentist used photopolymerization to harden the composite resin filling in seconds.
O dentista usou fotopolimerização para enrijecer o preenchimento de resina composta em segundos.
2. The process of converting liquid or viscous photosensitive materials into solid polymeric substances through exposure to ultraviolet (UV) or visible light
Photopolymerization is essential in modern additive manufacturing techniques.
A fotopolimerização é essencial nas técnicas modernas de manufatura aditiva.
Photopolymerization is a cornerstone technology in modern dentistry in both Brazil and the USA, revolutionizing how dental composite resins are applied and hardened. It has become increasingly important in Brazilian dental schools and practices, particularly with the rise of aesthetic dentistry. In industrial and manufacturing contexts in both countries, the term is used extensively in 3D printing technology and photolithography processes.
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