Introduction Flashcards
1
Q
When was silicate cement introduced as a tooth-colored resotrative material?
A
1873, 1st material, wide spread in 1900s
2
Q
Who was responisble for introducing the acid etch technique for bonding acrylic to enamel?
A
Michael Bunocore in 1955
3
Q
Who developed the bis-GMA resin monomer that is still used in most composites today?
A
Rafael L. Bowen in 1962
4
Q
When was chemical-cured composite resin introduced?
A
1963
5
Q
What is an undesireable characterisitic of silicate cement?
A
Relatively soluble in the mouth.
6
Q
What factors determine what type of restorative material that is used?
A
- Extent of damage to the tooth
- The stresses that will be placed on the restoration
- Esthetic requirements of the patient.
- Compatibility
