Question 257 · LDEK · Fissure sealing

Indicate the true sentence on glass-ionomer cement used as fissure sealant:

  1. A. is used in children with a high risk of caries as temporary fissure sealant in partially erupted teeth.
  2. B. provides a long term protection against caries in fully erupted teeth.
  3. C. substitutes topical fluoride application on adjacent teeth because of the long-term release of high amounts of fluoride into the oral cavity.
  4. D. shows the same kind of retention as composite material.
  5. E. A, B, D are correct.
Hint

Weigh the moisture tolerance of glass ionomer against its retention compared with resin-based sealants.

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