title: A new self-curing resin-modified glass-ionomer cement for the direct bonding of orthodontic brackets in vivo.
abstract: A new self-curing (chemically cured) resin-modified glass-ionomer cement, Fuji Ortho (GC International), is based on the technology of hybrid glass-ionomer restorative materials and features chemical adhesion to tooth structure and long-term fluoride release. This article describes a 12-month clinical evaluation of Fuji Ortho for the direct bonding of orthodontic (metal) brackets with System 1+ (Ormco Corp.) as a control. Three failures of Fuji Ortho occurred from a sample of 60 (5%), with five failures of the composite resin from a sample of 60 (8.3%). No statistical significance was seen between these results. Fuji Ortho is a satisfactory adhesive for the direct bonding of orthodontic brackets where there are no occlusal interferences.
authors.forename: J P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Fricker
mesh_terms: D000180:Acrylic Resins; D000538:Aluminum Silicates; D003188:Composite Resins; D001840:Dental Bonding; D004868:Equipment Failure; D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements / Q000737:chemistry; D006801:Humans; D016910:Orthodontic Brackets
chemical_list: D000180:Acrylic Resins; D000538:Aluminum Silicates; D003188:Composite Resins; C095451:Fuji Ortho LC; D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements