Luting Cements

Luting Cements — Glass Ionomer (GIC), Resin-Modified GIC, Resin & Temporary Luting Agents

Luting cements are powder-liquid or paste-paste cements used to permanently or temporarily cement crowns, bridges, pediatric stainless-steel crowns, orthodontic bands and intra-canal posts onto prepared tooth abutments. Dentalkart stocks 9+ Type-I glass ionomer (GIC) luting cements, resin-modified GIC, universal dual-cure resin cement and non-eugenol temporary luting agents from 3M, GC, Shofu, Ammdent, D-Tech, Rubydent, Meta and Itena.

Types of Luting Cement

Conventional Glass Ionomer (GIC Type I) luting cement

Powder-liquid GIC luting cements that bond chemically to dentin, release fluoride, and have low film thickness ideal for crown and bridge cementation — the daily-use standard for PFM and metal crowns. For example, 3M Ketac-Cem Radiopaque GI Luting Cement or GC Gold Label 1 Luting and Lining.

Resin-modified GIC (RMGIC) luting cement

GIC powder-liquid with added light-cure resin component — faster set, higher compressive strength than conventional GIC, retains fluoride release. Ideal for cementing all-metal and PFM crowns where slightly better strength is needed. For example, Shofu HyBond Resiglass.

Universal dual-cure resin cement

Self-mixing dual-cure resin cement with high bond strength to silanated ceramic and acid-etched dentin — the standard for cementing lithium disilicate, zirconia and aesthetic all-ceramic crowns. For example, Itena TotalCem.

Temporary luting cements (eugenol and non-eugenol)

Soft-setting zinc-oxide-eugenol or non-eugenol temp luting cements for cementing provisional crowns and short-term restoration retention. Use non-eugenol versions before bonded final cementation to avoid resin polymerisation inhibition. For example, Meta NETC Non-Eugenol Temporary Cement.

When Luting Cements Are Used

• Permanent cementation of PFM, all-metal, lithium disilicate and zirconia crowns and bridges
• Cementation of pediatric stainless-steel crowns (SSC) using GIC
• Cementation of orthodontic bands and lingual buttons
• Cementation of fiber posts and cast metal posts into prepared root canals
• Provisional crown cementation between preparation and final cementation visits
• Cementation of cast inlays, onlays and ceramic inlays
• Cementation of fixed-fixed and cantilever Maryland bridges

How to Choose and Use Luting Cement

1. For PFM and full-metal crowns — conventional GIC (Ketac-Cem, GC Gold Label 1) for fluoride release and chemical dentin bonding.
2. For all-ceramic and zirconia crowns — dual-cure universal resin cement (Itena TotalCem) for bonded retention and higher strength.
3. For provisional cementation before a bonded final crown — non-eugenol temp cement (Meta NETC) to avoid resin bonding interference.
4. Mix powder-liquid GIC on a paper pad at the manufacturer's exact ratio; mixing time 30–45 seconds; working time 2–3 minutes.
5. Apply thin film of cement to the inner crown surface; seat with finger pressure until set initiates; remove excess at gel stage with explorer.
6. Avoid contamination with saliva during set — isolate with cotton rolls or rubber dam, especially for resin cement that's most contamination-sensitive.

Luting Cement Brands at Dentalkart

Dentalkart's luting cement range includes 3M (Ketac-Cem Radiopaque GI Luting Cement — global standard radiopaque GIC), GC (Gold Label 1 Luting and Lining — Japanese GIC standard), Shofu (HyBond Temporary Cement Soft and HyBond Resiglass RMGIC), Ammdent (GI Luting Premium), D-Tech (Lute Plus Strontium GIC), Rubydent (Rubyglass L GIC), Meta (NETC Non-Eugenol Temp Cement) and Itena (TotalCem universal dual-cure resin cement) — covering every luting chemistry for permanent and temporary cementation.

Why Buy Luting Cements from Dentalkart

Every luting cement is sourced direct from the manufacturer or authorised Indian distributor, ships in sealed primary packaging with batch and expiry, and reaches 110000+ pincodes across India with COD on most SKUs. Pair luting cements with matched dental cements for the full restorative cement workflow from one trusted catalogue serving 50,000+ dentists and dental colleges.

What are luting cements used for?

Luting cements are used to cement crowns, bridges, pediatric stainless-steel crowns, orthodontic bands, fiber posts and cast posts onto prepared tooth abutments. They fill the cement space between the tooth and the restoration, providing retention, marginal sealing and load distribution — different chemistries match different restoration types (GIC for metal, resin for ceramic).

Which luting cement is best for PFM crowns?

The best luting cement for PFM (porcelain-fused-to-metal) crowns is conventional Glass Ionomer Cement (Type I) like 3M Ketac-Cem or GC Gold Label 1 Luting & Lining. GIC bonds chemically to dentin, releases fluoride to prevent secondary caries, has predictable film thickness, and is the daily-use clinical standard for non-bonded full-coverage metal-ceramic crowns.

Which luting cement is best for ceramic and zirconia crowns?

The best luting cement for ceramic and zirconia crowns is a dual-cure universal resin cement like Itena TotalCem. Resin cement bonds chemically to silanated ceramic and acid-etched dentin, providing far higher retention and marginal seal than GIC — essential for the longevity of all-ceramic, lithium disilicate and zirconia restorations.

Why avoid eugenol-containing temporary luting cement before a bonded crown?

You should avoid eugenol-containing temporary luting cement before a bonded crown because eugenol residue on the prepared tooth inhibits resin polymerisation of the final adhesive cement. Use non-eugenol temporary cement like Meta NETC instead — it releases cleanly without affecting the subsequent resin bonding chemistry.

Are the luting cements on Dentalkart genuine?

Yes, every luting cement on Dentalkart is genuine. All 3M, GC, Shofu, Ammdent, D-Tech, Rubydent, Meta and Itena cements are sourced direct from the manufacturer or authorised Indian distributor and ship in sealed primary packaging with original lot number, manufacturing date and expiry printed on every box.