Graham J Mount, Ngo H.
Bioactivity of Glass-Ionomers.
J Pak Dent Assoc Jan ;12(1):43-8.

The bioactivity of glass ionomers is due to release of fluoride ions and ion exchange adhesion with tooth structure. Water plays a significant role in the setting reaction as well as in their final structures. This article looks at the bioactivity of glass ionomers and its relevance to healing the carious lesion. If sealed from the oral environment there is a potential for remineralization under the restoration. This is a review article.

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