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The use of glass ionomer cements in both conventional and surgical endodontics
Author(s) -
De Bruyne M. A. A.,
De Moor R. J. G.
Publication year - 2004
Publication title -
international endodontic journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.988
H-Index - 119
eISSN - 1365-2591
pISSN - 0143-2885
DOI - 10.1111/j.0143-2885.2004.00769.x
Subject(s) - endodontics , glass ionomer cement , dentistry , root canal , hard tissue , biocompatibility , apicoectomy , medicine , root canal filling materials , coronal plane , materials science , orthodontics , metallurgy , radiology
The capacity to bond to dental tissues, especially to dentine, their long‐term fluoride release and their biocompatibility make glass ionomer cements (GICs) advantageous for use in endodontics, as well as in restorative dentistry. This review provides information on the basic properties of GICs, such as adhesion, antimicrobial effects and biocompatibility, particularly as they relate to use in endodontics. Indications for the use of GICs in endodontics are orthograde root canal sealing, root‐end filling, repair of perforations and root resorption defects, treatment of vertical fractures and maintenance of the coronal seal. The paper includes a review on each of these indications. It is concluded that in spite of the critical handling characteristics and the inconclusive findings regarding sealing ability and antimicrobial activity, there is substantial evidence to confirm their satisfactory clinical performance. Both soft tissue and bone compatibility make them suitable for use during endodontic surgery.