Comparative Evaluation of Antimicrobial Activity and Compressive Strength of Conventional and Thyme-Modified Glass Ionomer Cement
A. S Pavithra, Jessy Paulraj, S. Rajeshkumar, Subhabrata Maiti
Abstract
Recurrent caries can be prevented in large part by the antibacterial activity of restorative materials. This study aims at evaluating and comparing the antimicrobial activity and compressive strength of thyme-modified Glass ionomer cement with conventional Glass ionomer cement. The thyme extract was prepared from the dried thyme leaves. By combining an extract with the powder and liquid of traditional GIC, modified GIC was created in PowderGIC, Extract, LiquidGIC ratio of 2:1:1, 3:1:2 and 3:2:1
Topics & Concepts
Glass ionomer cementCompressive strengthCementAntimicrobialComposite materialMaterials scienceChemistryOrganic chemistryDental materials and restorationsBuilding materials and conservationEndodontics and Root Canal Treatments