Three part bonding compositions that include an etching solution, a
preparative solution, and a curable composition, as well as packaged
products and methods of use for the treatment of bone substrate, i.e.,
teeth, are described. The etch solutions generally include an inorganic
acid, an organic acid, an ethylenically unsaturated functional monomer
and, optionally a solvent, and water. The preparative solutions generally
include an ethylenically unsaturated functional monomer, at least one
polyethylenically unsaturated functional crosslinking monomer, a photo
initiator, and at least one solvent. The curable composites include
reactive monomers and crosslinking agents that are effective to adhere to
the surface of the treated substrate. The methods of the invention
provide the ability to modify a bone or bone-like surface so that the
curable composition, such as an adhesive resin, can be used in
combination with a restorative material.