Glass Ionomer Cement Explained | Complete Guide for Dental Students

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In this video, we explore Glass Ionomer Cement (GIC) — an essential restorative and preventive dental material. This lesson provides a clear, step-by-step explanation of GIC composition, properties, types, clinical indications, and advantages, making it perfect for dental students, assistants, and anyone studying dental materials.

🦷 What You’ll Learn in This Video:

What glass ionomer cement is and how it works

Composition of GIC and the acid–base reaction

Types of GIC: conventional, resin-modified, and high-viscosity

Key properties: adhesion to tooth structure, fluoride release, biocompatibility

Indications and contraindications for clinical use

Uses in restorations, liners, bases, atraumatic restorative technique (ART), and pediatric dentistry

Advantages, disadvantages, and handling tips

📚 Why This Matters:
Glass ionomer cement plays a major role in modern restorative dentistry. Its ability to release fluoride, adhere chemically to enamel and dentin, and remain biocompatible makes it ideal for pediatric, preventive, and minimally invasive dentistry. Understanding GIC is essential for materials science exams, preclinical labs, and clinical decision-making.

👩‍⚕️ Who This Video Is For:

Dental students studying restorative materials

Beginners preparing for preclinical and clinical dentistry exams

Dental assistants and hygienists learning material selection

Anyone interested in modern dental restorative techniques

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