Variations in powder/liquid ratio of a restorative and luting glass ionomer cement in dental clinics. | [Journal of College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP • 2009]

Author(s):

1. Kefi Iqbal: Baqai Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Baqai Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan

2. Sana Adeba Islam: Baqai Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Baqai Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan

3. Iqbal Ahmad: Baqai Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Baqai Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan

4. Maria Asmat: Baqai Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Baqai Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan

5. Mohammad Aminuddin: Baqai Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Baqai Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan

Abstract:

A survey was conducted to ascertain the variations practiced in powder/liquid (P/L) ratio of Glass Ionomer Cement (GIC) used as restorative and luting material in dental clinics of Karachi. It has been observed that in the use of GIC brands, 33% (Fuji 2) and 36% (Gold Label 2) of the dentists, did not follow the recommended P/L ratios for restorative purposes. Similarly, 67% (Fuji 1) and 29% (Gold Label 1) did not follow the recommended ratios for luting purposes. The wide variations practiced in P/L mixing ratios against the recommended ratio for restorative purpose (~1:2) and that for luting purpose (~1:1 to 2:1) may affect the performance characteristics of the material.

Page(s): 464-465

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Published: Journal: Journal of College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP, Volume: 19, Issue: 7, Year: 2009

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