Glass ionomers in contemporary restorative dentistry--a clinical update.
Glass ionomers are applicable to many restorative situations, both as stand-alone restoratives and in conjunction with composite resins. This article reviews the clinically relevant properties of glass ionomers, the differences between them and composite resins, and their clinical applications. An understanding of these concepts is into common restorative essential for the optimal incorporation of these material's attributes and utilization.
Hewlett
Edmond R
ER
Division of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of California at Los Angeles, 90095-1668, USA.
Mount
Graham J
GJ
D000268:Adhesiveness; D020770:Compomers; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent / Q000379:methods*; D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements / Q000737:chemistry*; D006801:Humans; D007474:Ion Exchange; D008689:Methacrylates; D014783:Viscosity; D014867:Water
D020770:Compomers; D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements; D008689:Methacrylates; D014867:Water; C005044:hydroxyethyl methacrylate