Collages en odontologie

In odontology, bonding has become an efficient means, useful in consolidating restorations while remaining conservative and aesthetic. However, due to the complexity of the bonding process, available materials need to keep evolving. New glues have been developed, with specific utilization protocols, aimed at bonding materials that also progress perpetually. Methacryl resins, glass ionomer cements and other glues have different properties. The bonding effectiveness depends on a good knowledge of both advantages and defects of each available glue. It is also necessary to understand how adhesion to the tooth tissues works, in order to adequately select, in any situation, the best compromise. Bonding to dentin is more effective today than it was 10 years earlier, despite products of easier handling. Metal alloys and ceramics necessitate surface treatments to be effectively bonded. Both the status of the dental tissue and the nature of the prosthetic material are to be taken into account to ensure effective bonding.