Glass Ionomer Cement - Uses

Uses

The general use-based classification of GICs is as follows:

• Type I – For luting cements
• Type II – For restorations
• Type III – Liners and bases
• Type IV – Fissure sealants
• Type V – Orthodontic Cements
• Type VI – Core build up
• Type VII- Fluoride releasing
• Type VIII- ART(atraumatic restorative technique)
• Type IX- Deciduous teeth

Additionally GICs may be also used for:

• Intermediate Restorations
• Adhesive Cavity Liners (Sandwich Technique)
• ART (Atraumatic Restorative Technique)
• Restorations for deciduous teeth

The type of application prescribes the viscosity of the cement, which is adjusted by varying the particle size distribution and the powder-to-liquid ratio. The maximum particle size is 15 µm for lutting agents and 50 µm for restorative cements.