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GIC has higher wear resistance than composite resin.
GIC has higher wear resistance than composite resin.
False (B)
Coating GIC with varnish protects it from moisture until complete setting.
Coating GIC with varnish protects it from moisture until complete setting.
True (A)
Glass ionomer cement forms a chemical bond with the tooth structure.
Glass ionomer cement forms a chemical bond with the tooth structure.
True (A)
Glass ionomer cement forms a chemical bond with tooth structure, releases fluoride, and is biocompatible.
Glass ionomer cement forms a chemical bond with tooth structure, releases fluoride, and is biocompatible.
During the GIC reaction, water is responsible for ionizing the acid, providing a medium for the reaction, and hydrating the matrix.
During the GIC reaction, water is responsible for ionizing the acid, providing a medium for the reaction, and hydrating the matrix.
Glass ionomer cement has higher wear resistance than composite resin.
Glass ionomer cement has higher wear resistance than composite resin.
Glass ionomer cement has better esthetics than composite resin.
Glass ionomer cement has better esthetics than composite resin.
GIC is less irritant than zinc phosphate cement.
GIC is less irritant than zinc phosphate cement.
Water plays no role in the reaction of GIC.
Water plays no role in the reaction of GIC.
Flashcards
Varnish coating on GIC
Varnish coating on GIC
A protective layer that shields GIC from moisture during its setting phase.
GIC chemical bond
GIC chemical bond
A direct chemical link established between GIC and the tooth's components.
GIC biocompatibility
GIC biocompatibility
A material's capability to coexist with living tissues without causing harm.
Water's role in GIC reaction
Water's role in GIC reaction
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GIC wear resistance vs composite
GIC wear resistance vs composite
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GIC esthetics vs composite
GIC esthetics vs composite
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GIC vs. Zinc Phosphate Cement
GIC vs. Zinc Phosphate Cement
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Study Notes
Glass Ionomer Cement (GIC)
- GIC has higher wear resistance than composite resin.
- Coating GIC with varnish protects it from moisture until complete setting.
- GIC forms a chemical bond with the tooth structure.
- GIC releases fluoride and is biocompatible.
- During the GIC reaction, water ionizes the acid, provides a medium for the reaction, and hydrates the matrix.
- GIC has better esthetics than composite resin.
- GIC is less irritant than zinc phosphate cement.
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