The effect of ytterbium fluoride and barium sulphate nanoparticles on the reactivity and strength of a glass-ionomer cement

Abstract

Objectives: While clinical advantages of glass-ionomers include fluoride release and radiopacity, disadvantages include low strength, slow initial setting times and opacity. The addition of nanoparticles, in particular those containing fluoride and cross-linkable ions, may mitigate the disadvantages while further improving the advantages. This investigation evaluated the effects of the addition of ytterbium fluoride (YbF3) and barium sulphate (BaSO4) on the strength and reactivity of a commercial glass-ionomer cement. Methods: YbF3 and BaSO4 nanoparticles were incorporated into the powder component of Riva SC (SDI Ltd., Bayswater, Australia) at 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, and 25% by weight. Capsules we..