Abstract:Aim: This research evaluates the effect of different types of glass ionomer restorations on surface microhardness and remineralization of dentin.Materials and methods: Three of glass ionomer restorations (medi fil, equia fil and zirconomer) were used. A total number of 32 sound non-carious human premolar teeth extracted for orthodontic reasons were used in this study. Standardized two class V cavities, one on the buccal and other on lingual surface of each tooth were prepared. The cavity preparation was 3, 2, … Show more
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