Advances in Glass-Ionomer Cements

Author: Carel L. Davidson
Published: June 1999
ISBN: 0867153601
Hardcover Book
Number of Pages: 303

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The book contains predominantly color illustrations, with some black-and-white illustrations. This work includes contributions provided by a number of international experts. Since the introduction of glass-ionomer cement, the materials have gone through significant changes and advances. This book provides a review of these advances and a discussion of what glass-ionomer cements offer restorative and esthetic dentistry. The target audience includes all clinicians who are using glass-ionomer cements and would benefit from the latest information concerning when or how to use the material to maximum advantage in their practices. The book is divided into 14 chapters with experts in each area contributing material and current references. Many issues are addressed concerning the efficiency of the newest polyacid modifier resins materials. This information should provide practitioners a better understanding of the clinical properties of the material and when/how to use it, as well as an appreciation of the advantages or disadvantages of the materials. The field of adhesive dentistry has changed dramatically since its introduction. This book offers a good review of the materials available on the market with emphasis on clinical use in restorative dentistry. Chapters are very easy to follow with excellent color photographs. This text should satisfy all practitioners regardless of their level of interest in the physical, chemical, biological, and clinical properties of the materials. In essence, this is a comprehensive review of the glass-ionomer cements currently available in the market. Fourteen contributions report on recent progress in the formulation and understanding of glass-ionomer cements and the efficacy of the newer polyacid-modified resin materials in dental restoration. Several chapters cover the adhesion and fluoride release of these cements, including an assessment of how the cements attach to tooth structure and whether fluoride plays a role in the prevention of secondary caries around the restorations. Other topics are the use of glass-ionomers as bondings, linings, or bases; glass-ionomer luting cements; and the application of glass-ionomer cements in endodontics, pediatric dentistry, and class III and class V restorations. Davidson, Carel L., PhD (Univ of Amsterdam); Mjor, Ivar A., BDS, MSD, MS (Univ of Florida)

Table of Contents
Foreword 9
Special Message 11
Contributors 13
Ch. 1 Characteristics of Glass-Ionomer Cements 15
Ch. 2 Physical Properties of Glass-Ionomer Cements: Setting Shrinkage and Wear 51
Ch. 3 Physical Properties of Glass-Ionomer Cements: Fatigue and Elasticity 67
Ch. 4 Chemical and Biological Properties of Glass-Ionomer Cements 85
Ch. 5 Biocompatibility of Glass-Ionomer Cements 103
Ch. 6 Bonding Glass-Ionomer Cements to Tooth Structure 121
Ch. 7 Use of Glass-Ionomers as Bondings, Linings, or Bases 137
Ch. 8 Glass-Ionomer Luting Cements 149
Ch. 9 Luting in Orthodontic Practice 171
Ch. 10 Application of Glass-Ionomer Cements in Endodontics 183
Ch. 11 Glass-Ionomers and Compomers in Pediatric Dentistry 201
Ch. 12 Clinical Application of Glass-Ionomer Cements: Class III and Class V Restorations 227
Ch. 13 Glass-Ionomer Restorations in Stress-Bearing and Difficult-to-Access Cavities 253
Ch. 14 Glass-Ionomers: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Future Implications 269
Index 295

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