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zinc oxide-eugenol

chemical compound
Also known as: ZOE
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  • The ceramic femoral head of a hip prosthesis.
    bioceramics
    / Dental ceramics

    …systems are zinc phosphate and zinc oxide-eugenol (ZOE). Zinc phosphate is typically used for permanent cementation, whereas ZOE is used for temporary cementation. Both can serve as insulating bases to protect tissues from heat or cold passing through highly conductive amalgam restorations. Polycarboxylate cements consist of ceramic powders (zinc oxide…

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    …systems are zinc phosphate and zinc oxide-eugenol (ZOE). Zinc phosphate is typically used for permanent cementation, whereas ZOE is used for temporary cementation. Both can serve as insulating bases to protect tissues from heat or cold passing through highly conductive amalgam restorations. Polycarboxylate cements consist of ceramic powders (zinc oxide…

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