<prompt> Polycarboxylate cement is used for:Temporary restorationLutingPermanent restorationDie material  <response>: ZINC POLYCARBOXYLATE CEMENTAPPLICATIONS:Primarily for luting permanent restorations.As bases and liners.Used in orthodontics for cementation of bands.Also used as root canal fillings in endodontics.Ref: Manappalil P: 95 