title: Effects of glass ionomers on recurrent caries.
abstract: Glass-ionomer cements slowly and continuously release fluoride ions. The studies described in this article have shown that glass ionomers can therefore reduce the incidence and severity of recurrent caries.
authors.forename: E J
authors.initials: EJ
authors.lastname: Swift
mesh_terms: D003731:Dental Caries / Q000517:prevention & control*; D003738:Dental Cements / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005459:Fluorides / Q000008:administration & dosage; D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D012008:Recurrence
chemical_list: D003738:Dental Cements; D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements; D005459:Fluorides