title: Cermet--an additional use.
abstract: The newer glass/cermet cements possess improved physical properties compared with the original glass-ionomers. The author proposes taking advantage of these improved properties, in a novel use for cermets, in the temporary splinting of traumatized teeth.
authors.affiliation: Department of Restorative Dentistry, Turner Dental School, Manchester.
authors.forename: F J
authors.initials: FJ
authors.lastname: Burke
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002516:Ceramics; D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010516:Periodontal Splints
chemical_list: D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements