Characterization of antibacterial and adhesion properties of chitosan-modified glass ionomer cement

Conclusion
Incorporation of acidic solutions of chitosan in the polyacrylic acid liquid of GIC at v/v ratios of 5–10% improved the antibacterial properties of conventional glass ionomer cement against S. mutans without adversely affecting its bonding to dentin surface.

Source: Journal of Biomaterials Applications - December 4, 2015 Category: Materials Science Authors: Ibrahim, M. A., Neo, J., Esguerra, R. J., Fawzy, A. S. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research