<![CDATA[Background: GIC is very susceptible to contamination especially within 24 hours after mixing during the setting reaction. To protect against this, a coating agent can be applied. This study aims to determine the difference in fluoride release levels in Glass Ionomer Cement using coating agents such as EQUIA Coat, Varnish, and Cocoa Butter.Method: 21 cylindrical samples were prepared from conventional GIC (GC Fuji type II) and divided into 3 groups (groups I, II, and III) of 7 each. Group I samples were coated with EQUIA Forte Coat, group II with Varnish, and group III with Cocoa Butter. Each group of samples was stored in glass bottles soaked in distilled water for 7 days in an incubator at 37˚C. The fluoride release was measured using a 2010 DR spectrophotometer, while Alumina, natrium, Kalium, and Calcium releases were measured by an ICP-OES assay. The data obtained were analyzed comparatively using one-way ANOVA and the Kruskall-Wallis statistical test.Result: EQUIA Forte Coat showed the lowest concentration of released particles of Aluminum, Kalium, Natrium, and Fluoride, while the highest concentration was found in the Varnish group. Conclusion: The results concluded that EQUIA Forte Coat can seal GIC material well. Nevertheless, particles released in all groups are still considered to be safe for clinical usage.]]>
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