Direct Bonding in Orthodontics

Description

Bonding is of 2 types 1 - Direct bonding (bonding done directly in the oral cavity) 2 - Indirect bonding (bonding done on a cast and then transferred to the oral cavity) An overview of history, advantages, method of direct bonding and limitations of direct bonding have been mentioned. Materials used in bonding - cements, bonding agents (evolution of bonding agents), composites, primers (including self etching primers) have been included This presentation also describes methods of bonding to artificial tooth surfaces and limitations of direct bonding