Glass inomer cement a versatile material in dentistry, used ever since 18711.But its use resurged recently as a smart material. A material with two basic types ,the older, self hardening cement which sets by an acid base neutralization reaction to give a relatively fragile material, and the latest modified material which sets partly by polymerisation and partly by neutralization. The latter material has improved esthetics, resistance to moisture and greater toughness. Recent studies have evaluated various combinations in glass ionomer structure, which will enhance the biocompatability, strength; regeneration capacity of Glass Ionomer Cement2.This paper is an attempt to review the future prospects of GIC.
Keywords: Biocompatible, hydroxyapatite reinforced GIC, CPP-ACP.