Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Bonding of orthodontic brackets to the tooth enamel has been an important issue since the introduction of direct bonding in orthodontics. Dental cements and resins are used intraorally to secure fixed orthodontic devices. Although cements are still used, the popularity of resin and resin-cement hybrid materials is increasing because of their improved physical properties and low solubility in oral fluids. The purpose of this review article is to discuss about the ideal requirements of orthodontic adhesives and to discuss in detail about the various orthodontic adhesives.