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Applying Vaseline over glass ionomer cement (GIC) helps protect it from moisture and saliva contamination during setting. The Vaseline forms a barrier that prevents interference with the cement's setting reaction, ensuring better adhesion and longevity of the restoration.

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Why do you apply cavity varnish on gic cement?

To prevent the cement from: - Dehydration of cement, which prevents - Cracking of cement, which avoids, - Discoloration of cement Additional note: - Since GIC is a water based cement, it is sensitive to water so exposing the GIC is also unwise in the sense that it might get contaminated with water, hence over-hydrating the cement and affecting its physical properties - Note that the varnish is applied during the initial phases of GIC setting reaction to allow it to set comfortably, which means right after placement and before polishing - Also note that some authors say that the polishing burs or any instruments that will be used for instrumentation on GIC should be applied vaseline on their working ends


What is a GIC?

GIC : Grand Invalide Civil


What is Gic's population?

The population of Gic is 505.


What is the area of Gic?

The area of Gic is 19.68 square kilometers.


What is a bank gic?

A Bank GIC is a guaranteed Investment Certificate.


When did GIC-Mixon Motorsports end?

GIC-Mixon Motorsports ended in 2005.


When was GIC-Mixon Motorsports created?

GIC-Mixon Motorsports was created in 2002.


What are some going GIC rates?

There are many rates available with GIC. One can get an annual rate of 1.3% over a period of 1 to 1.5 years. Over 10 years it rises to 2.3%. There is a full list on the RBC Royal Bank website.


What if you put vaseline on a tattoo what should you do?

Get it off quickly and don't do it again, use moisturisers instead because vaseline can blur and blotch your tattoo if it is applied early after you got your tattoo


What is the population density of Gic?

The population density of Gic is 25.66 people per square kilometer.


Does Vaseline harden overtime?

No, Vaseline does not harden over time. It is a semisolid mixture of hydrocarbons that remains stable at room temperature.


Why gic colour changes when mixed with steel spatula?

The color change observed when mixing GIC with a steel spatula is due to a chemical reaction between the glass ionomer cement (GIC) and the steel spatula. The metal ions from the spatula can react with the components of the GIC, causing a discoloration or a gray streaking effect. This reaction can compromise the setting properties and aesthetics of the GIC mixture. It is recommended to use non-metallic instruments when handling GIC to avoid such color changes.