Reactions in Glass Ionomer Cements

Abstract
The initial stages of the reaction between the glass ionomer cement powder and polyacrylic acid solutions (aluminosilicate polyacrylate cement) are described. Polyacrylic acid rapidly decomposes the ion-leachable powder, possibly aided by some metal comPlex-forming function. The amount of fluoride extracted, which is related to its molecular condition in the glass, is of considerable importance.

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