Abstract:Objectives: This in vitro study aimed to compare the resistance to enamel demineralization after banding with three orthodontic cements, namely Zinc Phosphate, Zinc Polycarboxylate and Resin Modified Glass Ionomer Cement [RMGI] (Fuji Ortho Band Pak, GC). Materials and Methods: 80 premolars were selected, cleaned, dried and divided into four groups. Group A was a Control group. Group B, C and D were banded with the stainless steel bands using the respective cements. The teeth were then placed in deionized water… Show more
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