Glass Ionomer Cement As A Luting Cement Describe its biological and chemical bonding properties. Add a note on its modifications. Mechanism of bonding with tooth structure. Answer: Biological Properties: Pulpal response to glass ionomer cement is mild. Type I GIC is more acidic than Type II GIC because of the lower powder-to-liquid ratio. Sensitive patients … [Read more...] about Glass Ionomer Cement As A Luting Cement
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Zinc Phosphate Cement: Uses & Properties
Zinc Phosphate Cement: Uses & Properties "What are the uses and properties of zinc phosphate cement? A detailed question and answers guide" Setting Reaction of Polycarboxylate Cement: When powder and liquid are mixed, the surface of powder particles is attacked by the acid and releases zinc, magnesium, and tin ions. These ions bind to the polymer chain via carboxyl … [Read more...] about Zinc Phosphate Cement: Uses & Properties
Compomers – The Upcoming Restorative Material
Compomers – The Upcoming Restorative Material Write a short note on cermet. Or Write a short note on cermet cement. Answer: Cermet was first introduced by McLean and Gasser in 1985. "Factors influencing success with compomer adoption: Q&A" The meaning of cermet is ceramic metal: By fusing GIC powder along with silver particles by sintering at high … [Read more...] about Compomers – The Upcoming Restorative Material
Compomer: Applications, Composition, Advantages and Disadvantages
Compomer "What is a compomer in dentistry? A detailed question and answers guide" Compomers are composites modified with polyacid groups and are used for restoration in low-stress-bearing areas. They are a combination of composites and glass ionomers. This class of restorative material combines some of the chemical and mechanical properties of composite resin and … [Read more...] about Compomer: Applications, Composition, Advantages and Disadvantages
Zoe -Zinc Oxide Eugenol
Zoe -Zinc Oxide Eugenol Describe the Zinc Oxide Eugenol Cement. Answer: These cements are of low strength, are the least irritating of all dental cement, and have an obtundent effect on dentin. Composition of Zinc oxide eugenol cement. Powder: "Understanding ZOE through FAQs: Composition, properties, and uses explained" Liquid: Setting Reaction of … [Read more...] about Zoe -Zinc Oxide Eugenol