Dental luting agents: A review of the current literature

Statement of problem. The practice of fixed prosthodontic has changed dramatically with the introduction of innovative techniques and materials. Adhesive resin systems are examples of these changes that have led to the popularity of bonded ceramics and resin-retained fixed partial dentures. Today’s...

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Published in:The Journal of prosthetic dentistry 1998-09, Vol.80 (3), p.280-301
Main Authors: Rosenstiel, Stephen F., Land, Martin F., Crispin, Bruce J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Dental Cements - chemistry
Dentistry
Denture, Partial, Fixed
Glass Ionomer Cements
Humans
Polycarboxylate Cement
Resin Cements
Zinc Phosphate Cement
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Summary:Statement of problem. The practice of fixed prosthodontic has changed dramatically with the introduction of innovative techniques and materials. Adhesive resin systems are examples of these changes that have led to the popularity of bonded ceramics and resin-retained fixed partial dentures. Today’s dentist has the choice of a water-based luting agent (zinc phosphate, zinc polycarboxylate, glass ionomer, or reinforced zinc oxide-eugenol) or a resin system with or without an adhesive. Recent formulations of glass ionomer luting agents include resin components (resin-modified glass ionomers), which are increasingly popular in clinical practice. Purpose. This review summarizes the research on these systems with the goal of providing information that will help the reader choose the most suitable material. Material. The scientific studies have been evaluated in relation to the following categories: (1) biocompatibility, (2) caries or plaque inhibition, (3) microleakage, (4) strength and other mechanical properties, (5) solubility, (6) water sorption, (7) adhesion, (8) setting stresses, (9) wear resistance, (10) color stability, (11) radiopacity, (12) film thickness or viscosity, and (13) working and setting times. In addition, guidelines on luting-agent manipulation are related to available literature and include: (1) temporary cement removal, (2) smear layer removal, (3) powder/liquid ratio, (4) mixing temperature and speed, (5) seating force and vibration, and (6) moisture control. Tables of available products and their properties are also presented together with current recommendations by the authors with a rationale. (J Prosthet Dent 1998;80:280-301.)
ISSN:0022-3913
1097-6841
DOI:10.1016/S0022-3913(98)70128-3