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When was the first dental cement introduced?
When was the first dental cement introduced?
How are dental cements classified based on setting reaction?
How are dental cements classified based on setting reaction?
Who developed and introduced Zinc Phosphate Cement?
Who developed and introduced Zinc Phosphate Cement?
Who developed and introduced the Zinc Phosphate Cement in dentistry?
Who developed and introduced the Zinc Phosphate Cement in dentistry?
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What was the composition of the first dental cement introduced in 1785?
What was the composition of the first dental cement introduced in 1785?
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How are dental cements classified based on their use?
How are dental cements classified based on their use?
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Study Notes
Historical Development of Dental Cements
- The first dental cement was introduced in 1785.
Classification of Dental Cements
- Dental cements can be classified based on setting reaction, which includes: • Acid-base reaction • Oxidation-reduction reaction • Light-activated reaction • Silicate reaction
- Dental cements can also be classified based on their use, which includes: • Luting cements • Filling cements • Lining cements • Basing cements
Zinc Phosphate Cement
- Zinc Phosphate Cement was developed and introduced by Fleck in 1879.
- It was the first dental cement to be widely used in dentistry.
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Test your knowledge on the historical evolution and modern advancements in dental cements, including composition, classification, and new biocompatible materials.
