Abstract
Objective: To relate the use of glass ionomer cement in pediatric dentistry with quality of life. Literature Review: The glass ionomer cements (GIC) are used in Atraumatic restorative treatment techniques for presenting physical-chemical adhesion, to both the enamel and the dentin, reducing the rate of progression of new caries around restorations, fluoride release and incorporation. These properties allow the GICs to function as a constant reservoir of fluoride in the oral cavity, thus favoring the process of remineralization of the dental structure, in addition to presenting bactericidal and bacteriostatic power. The treatment is minimally invasive and does not require major technological development, being considered one of the most conservative, as there is only the removal of infected dentinal tissue. Final considerations: Based on these assumptions, the use of glass ionomer cement in dentistry and pediatric dentistry is supported as an efficient way to maintain oral health, especially due to the ease of applicability and satisfactory properties of this material in improving the child's quality of life.