The use of a glass ionomer cement in the treatment of initial carious lesions
Burke, F.J.
Dental Update 16(6): 257-259
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0305-5000 PMID: 2639114 Document Number: 347423
The preventive resin restoration has become an accepted dental procedure, but, more recently, glass ionomer has been suggested as a material suitable for this technique. The advantages of glass ionomers, such as bonding to enamel and dentine, and fluoride release, are considerable, but the disadvantages, such as poor wear resistance, may make them unsuitable for restorations in occlusal contact. The author discusses the use of glass ionomer cements in the treatment of initial carious lesions.