Question 458 · LDEK · Adhesive systems

Indicate false information regarding adhesion to enamel and dentin:

  1. A. dentin etching removes the smear layer, decalcifies the superficial dentin and dentinal tubules.
  2. B. hybrid layer is created by combining the resin with collagen through monomer cross-links.
  3. C. treating the tooth surface with a conditioner improves the bonding efficiency of the glass ionomer to hard tooth tissues.
  4. D. the ability of the adhesive to wet the surface depends on the contact angle of the fluid with the solid surface.
  5. E. good wetting occurs when the angle of the fluid with the solid surface is above 90°.
Hint

Recall how the contact angle relates to wetting: a liquid that spreads well forms a low angle with the surface.

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