Glass Ionomer Flashcards
1
Q
What is GIC made from
A
- Calcium Fluoro Alumino Silicate
- Polyacrilic acid
- Water
- Tartaric acid
2
Q
What type of setting reaction does GIC undergo
A
Acid Base
3
Q
What are the four stages of the GIC setting reaction
A
- Decomposition
- Gelation
- Hardening
- Maturation
4
Q
5 disadvantages of GIC
A
- Low shear strength
- Buffers oral acids
- Low wear resistance
- Low translucency
- Radiolucent
5
Q
What monomer is used in RMGICs
A
HEMA or BisGMA
6
Q
What are Compomers
A
A hybrid GIC and composite
7
Q
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