Glass Ionomer Restoration

Restorative treatment using glass ionomer cement, material that releases fluoride and chemically bonds to tooth, ideal for pediatric dentistry.

Who is it for

Recommended for children who have:

• Cavities in primary teeth
• Caries lesions in hard-to-reach areas
• Need for restoration in single session
• Children with high cavity risk (preventive fluoride effect)
• Temporary restorations until definitive treatment

How it works

The ionomer restoration procedure follows these steps:

1. Preparation: Cleaning and decayed tissue removal
2. Conditioning: Dental surface preparation
3. Application: Ionomer cement insertion in cavity
4. Modeling: Anatomical restoration conformation
5. Initial setting: Material chemical hardening
6. Finishing: Occlusion adjustments and polishing

Quick procedure, often without need for anesthesia.

Comfort and safety

We prioritize comfort and safety at every stage:

• Quick procedure: Single session without multiple visits
• Less invasive: Smaller cavity preparations
• Fluoride release: Continuous preventive effect against cavities
• Biocompatibility: Material well tolerated by tissues
• Versatility: Can be temporary or definitive according to case

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between ionomer and resin?

Ionomer releases fluoride (preventive), chemically bonds to tooth and is more moisture tolerant. Resin has superior aesthetics and greater resistance. Choice depends on clinical case.

Does ionomer have same tooth color?

Yes, but doesn't have same translucency and shine as resin. For posterior primary teeth, ionomer aesthetics is adequate. For anterior teeth, resin is preferable.

How long does ionomer restoration last?

In primary teeth, generally lasts until natural replacement (1-3 years). It's not as resistant as resin, but its fluoride release is advantageous for prevention.

Is anesthesia needed?

Depends on cavity depth. Superficial lesions generally don't need it. Deeper lesions may require anesthesia for comfort.