10 Questions
Which of the following is a stage of the setting reaction in auto-cure glass ionomer cement?
Ion-leaching phase
Which component of the glass ionomer cement attacks the glass particles to release active ions?
Polyacrylic acid
What is the purpose of mild dentin conditioning in conventional glass ionomer systems?
To remove the smear layer
What is the dentin conditioner used for in glass ionomer application?
To prepare the dentin for restoration
What type of acid is typically used as a mild dentin conditioner in glass ionomer application?
Polyacrylic acid
Which phase of the setting reaction in auto-cure glass ionomer cement involves the release of active ions?
Ion-leaching phase
Which phase of the setting reaction in auto-cure glass ionomer cement is characterized by a glossy appearance and the ability to adhere to the tooth structure?
Ion-leaching phase
What is the purpose of dentin conditioning in conventional glass ionomer systems?
To improve the adhesion of the glass ionomer to dentin
What type of acid is typically used as a mild dentin conditioner in glass ionomer application?
Polyacrylic acid
What is the dentin conditioner used for in glass ionomer application?
To condition dentin
Test your knowledge on the three stages of the glass ionomer cement (GIC) setting reaction with this quiz. Explore topics such as the ion-leaching phase, hydrogel phase, and polysalt gel phase. Challenge yourself to understand the acid-base reaction between polyacrylic acid and aluminosilicate glass in the GIC setting process.
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