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Considerations for the selection of a luting cement
Luke J Rickman1, Julian D Satterthwaite
1The University of Manchester, School of Dentistry, Higher Cambridge Street, Manchester M15 6FH.
Dental Update
|June 10, 2010
Summary
Choosing the right dental luting cement is crucial for indirect restorations. Material properties and modern adhesive dentistry advancements influence optimal cement selection and application for better clinical performance.
Area of Science:
- Dental materials science
- Adhesive dentistry
- Restorative dentistry
Background:
- Indirect restoration cementation involves selecting luting materials based on cement and restoration properties.
- Contemporary restorations utilize bonding with simplified resin systems, offering ease of use and favorable properties.
- Traditional luting cements are still widely used, with their handling and clinical performance benefits and drawbacks discussed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore factors influencing the selection of luting materials for indirect restorations.
- To review contemporary advancements in dental materials science, particularly simplified resin systems.
- To discuss the benefits and shortcomings of traditional luting cements in terms of handling and clinical performance.
Main Methods:
- Review of contemporary literature on luting materials and adhesive dentistry.
- Discussion of properties of various luting cements and their interaction with indirect restorations.
- Exploration of trends in adhesive dentistry and their impact on luting material selection.
Main Results:
- Selection criteria for luting materials must consider both cement and restoration characteristics.
- Simplified resin luting systems offer advantages in ease of use and performance for various restorations.
- Traditional cements have specific handling and clinical performance profiles that warrant consideration.
Conclusions:
- Optimal performance of indirect restorations is fundamentally linked to appropriate luting cement selection and application.
- Advancements in adhesive dentistry provide new options for luting, complementing traditional materials.
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