Comparison Table for Orthodontic Cement
| Product Name | Type | Bonding Time | Fluoride Release | Moisture Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GC Fuji Ortho™ Band Paste Pak | Resin-Modified Glass Ionomer Cement | 3 minutes | Yes | Yes |
| GC Fuji Ortho™ LC Bonding Adhesive | Resin-Reinforced Glass Ionomer Adhesive | N/A | Yes | Yes |
| GC Fuji Ortho Band™ LC Automix | Resin-Reinforced Glass Ionomer Adhesive | N/A | No | Yes |
| Ortho-Choice™ OBA Bracket Adhesive | Light-Cure Fluoride-Releasing Orthodontic Bracket Adhesive | 5 seconds | Yes | Yes |
| GC Fuji Ortho™ LC Orthodontic Cement Liquid | Resin-Reinforced Glass Ionomer Adhesive | N/A | Yes | Yes |
| GC Fuji Ortho™ LC Orthodontic Cement Introductory Pack | Resin-Reinforced Glass Ionomer Adhesive | N/A | Yes | Yes |
| Ortho-Choice™ OBA Bracket Adhesive | Light-Cure Fluoride-Releasing Orthodontic Bracket Adhesive | 5 seconds | Yes | Yes |
| Heliosit® Orthodontic Bonding Material | Luting Composite for Orthodontic Brackets | 2-3 minutes | No | No |
| GC Fuji Ortho™ Conditioner | Enamel pretreatment | N/A | Yes | No |
| Ortho-Choice™ Glass Ionomer Band Cement Kit | Self-curing cement | N/A | Yes | No |
Top 10 Conventional Dental Cement
1. GC Fuji Ortho™ Band Paste Pak
GC Fuji Ortho™ Band Paste Pak is a blue-colored resin-modified glass ionomer cement for bonding orthodontic bands. This adhesive can also be used to replace appliances retained with stainless steel crowns. Mixes in under 15 seconds, has about 3-1/2 minutes working time with final set after 3 minutes. Its blue color distinguishes the cement for easy cleanup and removal.
- No measuring or mixing
- Excellent handling
- Excellent bond to tooth structure and metal also bonds to ceramic and composite surfaces
- Simple cleanup, easy de-bond won’t damage tooth
- Sustained, rechargeable fluoride release
- No etching required
Top 10 Dental Cements, Liners & Dental Adhesive
2. GC Fuji Ortho™ LC Bonding Adhesive
GC Fuji ORTHO™ LC is a light-cured, resin-reinforced glass ionomer adhesive suited for bonding orthodontic brackets, bands, and appliances. This orthodontic cement bonds metal, porcelain, and polycarbonate brackets and metal bands to the enamel.
- Bonds in a wet field
- Low sensitivity to moisture and can be used in the presence of saliva
- No etch required; use with or without etching enamel
- Significant fluoride release and recharge
- Prevents caries formation
3. GC Fuji Ortho Band™ LC Automix
GC Fuji Ortho Band™ LC Automix SL is a light-cured, resin-reinforced orthodontic glass ionomer adhesive that enables the easy bonding of metal or ceramic brackets or bands, attachments, and acrylic appliances.
- Ideal retention
- Less damage after debanding
- Moisture tolerant
- Easy cleanup
4. Ortho-Choice™ OBA Bracket Adhesive
Ortho-Choice™ OBA is a light-cure fluoride-releasing orthodontic bracket adhesive that works equally well with metal, ceramic, and clear sapphire brackets.
- Provides secure bonds, easy handling, and rapid curing on demand
- Viscosity is designed to prevent bracket float
- Fluoride release protects enamel against recurring caries and decalcification under brackets
5. GC Fuji Ortho™ LC Orthodontic Cement Liquid
GC Fuji ORTHO™ LC is a light-cured, resin-reinforced glass ionomer adhesive suited for bonding orthodontic brackets, bands, and appliances. This orthodontic cement bonds metal, porcelain, and polycarbonate brackets and metal bands to the enamel.
- Bonds in a wet field
- Low sensitivity to moisture and can be used in the presence of saliva
- No etch required; use with or without etching enamel
- Significant fluoride release and recharge
- Prevents caries formation
6. GC Fuji Ortho™ LC Orthodontic Cement Introductory Pack
GC Fuji ORTHO™ LC is a light-cured, resin-reinforced glass ionomer adhesive suited for bonding orthodontic brackets, bands, and appliances. This orthodontic cement bonds metal, porcelain, and polycarbonate brackets and metal bands to the enamel.
- Bonds in a wet field
- Low sensitivity to moisture and can be used in the presence of saliva
- No etch required; use with or without etching enamel
- Significant fluoride release and recharge
- Prevents caries formation
7. Ortho-Choice™ OBA Bracket Adhesive
Ortho-Choice™ OBA is a light-cure fluoride-releasing orthodontic bracket adhesive that works equally well with metal, ceramic, and clear sapphire brackets.
- Provides secure bonds, easy handling, and rapid curing on demand
- Viscosity is designed to prevent bracket float
- Fluoride release protects enamel against recurring caries and decalcification under brackets
8. Heliosit® Orthodontic Bonding Material
Heliosit® Orthodontic is a light-cured, highly translucent luting composite for orthodontic brackets (made either of metal or ceramic material). After the enamel has been etched with phosphoric acid (37%), Heliosit® Orthodontic is applied to establish a sound bond.
- No dosing or mixing required
- Single-component material in easy-to-use syringes
- The material allows for virtually unlimited working time and is extremely fast curing
- Allows the bracket to be positioned on the tooth surface without any time constraints
- The translucency of the material enables a thorough cure when it is exposed to polymerization light
9. GC Fuji Ortho™ Conditioner
GC Fuji Ortho™ Conditioner is an enamel pretreatment that improves bond strength but does not demineralize enamel. To be used with GC Fuji ORTHO LC, which is a light-cured, resin-reinforced glass ionomer adhesive suited for bonding orthodontic brackets, bands, and appliances. This orthodontic cement bonds metal, porcelain, and polycarbonate brackets and metal bands to the enamel.
- Bonds in a wet field
- Low sensitivity to moisture and can be used in the presence of saliva
- No etch required; use with or without etching enamel
- Significant fluoride release and recharge
- Prevents caries formation
10. Ortho-Choice™ Glass Ionomer Band Cement Kit
Ortho-Choice Glass Ionomer Band Cement is a self-curing cement that provides a strong bond to metal bands and enamel and sufficient working time for multiple placements.
- Fast hardening
- Fluoride releasing
- Radiopaque
