Dentsply-Sirona AquaCem Glass İonomer Luting Cement

Dentsply AquaCem Glass Ionomer Luting Cement

AquaCem, manufactured by Dentsply Sirona, is a translucent glass ionomer luting cement activated by mixing with pure water only. Made from an aluminosilicate glass and polyacrylic acid blend, it is notable for chemical bonding to tooth tissue and ease of use.

Features and advantages

• Strong chemical bond: Bonds chemically to enamel and dentin and provides a hermetic seal.
• Low film thickness: Forms a very thin layer for excellent adaptation between prosthesis and tooth.
• Fluoride release: Long-term fluoride release helps prevent secondary caries (anticariogenic).
• Easy preparation: Mixed with pure water instead of liquid, helping minimize postoperative sensitivity from pH imbalance.
• High radiopacity: Clearly visible on radiographs, easing postoperative follow-up.

Indications

Suitable for permanent cementation of:

• Metal and metal-ceramic crowns and bridges
• Inlays and onlays
• Orthodontic bands and post-core units
• Maryland bridges

Technical application information

• Mixing time: 15 seconds
• Working time: 2.5 minutes
• Setting time: 3.5–5 minutes