• A Strontium-based Glass Ionomer:
• All GC Gold Label Glass Ionomer contains strontium glass.&The strontium glass provides good radiopacity and snapset& characteristics, unanimously preferred by clinicians around the world. Interestingly, strontium will mimic calcium& in the formation of strontium hydroxyapatite and strontium& fluoroapatite to affect internal& remineralization within the& tooth structure.
• Surface Strengthening Effect:
• Research has shown that a strontium-based glass ionomer?placed in calcium-containing environment (saliva) will result in calcium ion diffusing into the glass ionomer&surface achieving a surface strengthening effect. All GC& Gold Label Glass Ionomer strengthens over time in saliva.
• A Consistent Predictable Seal:<
• All GC Gold Label Glass Ionomer will display a glossy& surface after mixing. This indicates sufficient free polyacrylic acid is available to begin the ion exchange process. The& subsequent movement of ions between dentin, enamel and& GC Glass Ionomer creates an ion exchange zone which chemically fuses them together. The resulting seal is& consistent, predictable and long lasting.

INDICATIONS :

• Cementation of metal or porcelain fused to metal crowns, bridges, inlays
• Cementation of stainless steel crowns or orthodontic appliances retained with stainless steel crowns
• Cementation of orthodontic bands
• Base or liner

ADVANTAGES:

• Allows minimal cavity preparation
• Less stress on margins and marginal seal
• Protects against secondary caries
• Promotes internal remineralization and?surface strengthening
• Easy post-operative diagnosis
• Easier mixing and sharper setting makes?it so easy to use
• Final finish may be completed under?water 15 minutes from start of mix
• Matches to natural tooth structure
• Good colour match to tooth structure
• More durable, longer lasting restorations
• Assurance of successful restorations