The Comparative Evaluation of Various Dentin Conditioners with and without Antimicrobial Agent on the Shear Bond Strength of Glass Ionomer Cement to Dentin: An In Vitro Study

they escalate the bond strength to dentinal surface by generating a pristine surface by eliminating the surface contaminants and smear layer unescorted by unlocking the dentin tubules. 5The dentin conditioner which has been proved to pile up the bond strength and IntroductIonIn dentistry, a significant attention is given to manage the caries.Nowadays, each and every emphasis is deflected to safeguard tooth structure using tooth-colored restorative materials that cling to tooth by minimal intervention. 1With the introduction of glass ionomer cement (GIC) in early 1970s by Wilson and Kent having the advantages of esthetics, bond to tooth structure, antibacterial activity, and fluoride release made glass ionomer a leading restorative material. 2Restorative dentistry witnessed a revolution from the invasive surgical approach laid by Greene Vardiman Black's extension for prevention to minimum invasive perspective with transformation in adhesion technology. 3The prime expelling forces acting between the tooth and restoration boundary hold shearing sequel and therefore, shear bond strength (SBS) assumes great authority for restorative materials in vivo.High SBS of the restorative material results in enhanced bonding of the restorative material to the teeth. 4he application of dentin conditioners is considered as an advantageous measure on the restorative technique of GIC, as 1-