title: Mechanism and clinical implications of bond formation for two dentin bonding agents.
abstract: The mechanism of dentin bonding remains a subject of conjecture. However, sparse evidence is available to support current specific mechanisms for the various systems. Comprehension of the fundamental processes in bonding would encourage a greater appreciation for the critical procedures that ensure clinical success. An SEM study was conducted to examine the mechanism of bonding for two similar dentin bonding systems, Scotchbond 2 and Gluma. For these systems, experimental results support the formation of a mechanical bond resulting from resin infiltration and polymerization within the dentinal matrix. Effective bonding is dependent upon comprehension of the regimented procedures.
authors.forename: R L
authors.initials: RL
authors.lastname: Erickson
mesh_terms: D000134:Acid Etching, Dental; D000447:Aldehydes; D001840:Dental Bonding / Q000379:methods*; D003738:Dental Cements; D003804:Dentin / Q000648:ultrastructure*; D005976:Glutaral; D011109:Polymethacrylic Acids; D019279:Resin Cements
chemical_list: D000447:Aldehydes; D003738:Dental Cements; D011109:Polymethacrylic Acids; D019279:Resin Cements; C041330:Scotchbond; C044372:Gluma; D005976:Glutaral