Dental Cements in Restorative Dentistry: A Comprehensive Review


Authors : Dr. Rebecca Shylla; Dr. Manu Bansal; Dr. Parul Verma; Dr. Deepmala Jogani; Dr. Shubhanki Shrimal; Dr. Akshita Tak

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 11 - November

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25nov1174

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Abstract : Dental cements are indispensable in modern restorative dentistry, playing critical roles in luting, pulp protection, and cavity lining. Over the decades, continuous innovations have transformed their composition and functionality, aligning them with evolving clinical demands. This review explores the historical evolution and recent advances in dental cements, with a focus on enhanced biological activity, improved adhesion, and simplified application protocols. Early materials such as zinc phosphate and zinc polycarboxylate cements offered mechanical strength and basic adhesion. The introduction of glass ionomer cements (GICs) marked a pivotal advancement, combining chemical bonding with fluoride release. Recent enhancements to GICs, including nanotechnology and incorporation of bioactive fillers like nano-hydroxyapatite, have significantly improved their mechanical properties and remineralizing potential. Self-adhesive resin cements (SARCs) represent a breakthrough in adhesive dentistry, enabling efficient clinical workflows without the need for etching and priming. These cements have demonstrated long-term success in bonding to various substrates, including ceramics and metal. Simultaneously, the use of bioactive cements such as mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and Biodentine has expanded the scope of vital pulp therapy and endodontics, offering superior sealing ability, biocompatibility, and regenerative potential. This article compiles current scientific findings and clinical applications of advanced dental cements.

Keywords : Dental Cements, Luting Agents, Bioactive Cements, MTA, Biodentine, Biocompatibility, Sealing Ability, Regenerative Potential.

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Dental cements are indispensable in modern restorative dentistry, playing critical roles in luting, pulp protection, and cavity lining. Over the decades, continuous innovations have transformed their composition and functionality, aligning them with evolving clinical demands. This review explores the historical evolution and recent advances in dental cements, with a focus on enhanced biological activity, improved adhesion, and simplified application protocols. Early materials such as zinc phosphate and zinc polycarboxylate cements offered mechanical strength and basic adhesion. The introduction of glass ionomer cements (GICs) marked a pivotal advancement, combining chemical bonding with fluoride release. Recent enhancements to GICs, including nanotechnology and incorporation of bioactive fillers like nano-hydroxyapatite, have significantly improved their mechanical properties and remineralizing potential. Self-adhesive resin cements (SARCs) represent a breakthrough in adhesive dentistry, enabling efficient clinical workflows without the need for etching and priming. These cements have demonstrated long-term success in bonding to various substrates, including ceramics and metal. Simultaneously, the use of bioactive cements such as mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and Biodentine has expanded the scope of vital pulp therapy and endodontics, offering superior sealing ability, biocompatibility, and regenerative potential. This article compiles current scientific findings and clinical applications of advanced dental cements.

Keywords : Dental Cements, Luting Agents, Bioactive Cements, MTA, Biodentine, Biocompatibility, Sealing Ability, Regenerative Potential.

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