Advances in Glass-Ionomer Cements

Glass-Ionomer Cements: Properties, Applications, and Clinical Use

This volume offers a comprehensive review of glass-ionomer cements, covering their advantages, limitations, and challenges in modern dental practice. It examines in depth the physical, chemical, biological, and clinical properties of these materials, with a special focus on their applications in restorative and pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and endodontics. The book also addresses questions surrounding the efficacy of resin- and polyacid-modified formulations, providing a critical perspective on their role in contemporary treatment.