Description Estelite® Sigma Quick is a low-shrinkage, submicron-filled composite for use in both anterior and posterior restorations. This enhanced version of Estelite Sigma implements RAP technology (Radical-Amplified Photopolymerization initiator technology), which offers increased working time of 90 seconds under ambient light, while decreasing curing time to 10 seconds with a halogen light. Estelite Sigma Quick […]
Description Estelite Sigma Quick is a low-shrinkage, submicron-filled composite for use in both anterior and posterior restorations. This enhanced version of Estelite Sigma implements RAP technology (Radical-Amplified Photopolymerization initiator technology), which offers increased working time of 90 seconds under ambient light, while decreasing curing time to 10 seconds with a halogen light. Estelite Sigma Quick […]
Description Estelite Sigma Quick is a low-shrinkage, submicron-filled composite for use in both anterior and posterior restorations. This enhanced version of Estelite Sigma implements RAP technology (Radical-Amplified Photopolymerization initiator technology), which offers increased working time of 90 seconds under ambient light, while decreasing curing time to 10 seconds with a halogen light. Estelite Sigma Quick […]
Consultants’ Comments “My material of choice when doing anterior cosmetic bonding.” “Definitely a great handling material for both anterior and posterior restorations. Great opalescence and translucency allow it to blend very well with surrounding tooth.” “Looks great after 5 years, and I am sure it will last much longer.” Description Estelite Sigma Quick is a […]
Description Estelite Sigma Quick is a low-shrinkage, submicron-filled composite for use in both anterior and posterior restorations. This enhanced version of Estelite Sigma implements RAP technology (Radical-Amplified Photopolymerization initiator technology), which offers increased working time of 90 seconds under ambient light, while decreasing curing time to 10 seconds with a halogen light. Estelite Sigma Quick […]
For this clinical case study, the author will share cases where Estelite Sigma Quick was used in a mono-layered technique, using only shade A3. The purpose is to see if one shade, A3, could be used solely to integrate into a wide variety of shades, ranging from B2-C4
Description Estelite Sigma Quick is a low-shrinkage, submicron-filled composite for use in both anterior and posterior restorations. This enhanced version of Estelite Sigma implements RAP technology (Radical-Amplified Photopolymerization initiator technology), which offers increased working time of 90 seconds under ambient light, while decreasing curing time to 10 seconds with a halogen light. Estelite Sigma Quick […]
Description Estelite Sigma Quick is a low-shrinkage, submicron-filled composite for use in both anterior and posterior restorations. This enhanced version of Estelite Sigma implements RAP technology (Radical-Amplified Photopolymerization initiator technology), which offers increased working time of 90 seconds under ambient light, while decreasing curing time to 10 seconds with a halogen light. Estelite Sigma Quick […]
Consultants’ Comments “After two years in service, these restorations continue to retain the esthetics achieved at placement.” “This material has exhibited excellent resistance to chipping and fracture in the anterior and posterior regions over the past two years.” “After two years of placing this material, the excellent handling, rapid cure and esthetics continue to make […]
Description Estelite Sigma Quick is a low-shrinkage, submicron-filled composite for use in both anterior and posterior restorations. This enhanced version of Estelite Sigma implements RAP technology (Radical-Amplified Photopolymerization initiator technology), which offers increased working time of 90 seconds under ambient light, while decreasing curing time to 10 seconds with a halogen light. Estelite Sigma Quick […]
Consultants’ Comments “I have seen exceptional results in both the anterior and posterior regions over one year. This is truly a versatile material!” “A wide variety of bonding systems were used and minimal marginal leakage was seen at recall.” “The excellent shade match and rapid cure time make this my material of choice.” Description Estelite […]
Description Estelite Sigma Quick is a low-shrinkage, submicron-filled composite for use in both anterior and posterior restorations. This enhanced version of Estelite Sigma implements RAP technology (Radical-Amplified Photopolymerization initiator technology), which offers increased working time of 90 seconds under ambient light, while decreasing curing time to 10 seconds with a halogen light. Estelite Sigma Quick […]
Description Estelite Sigma Quick is a low-shrinkage, submicron-filled composite for use in both anterior and posterior restorations. This enhanced version of Estelite Sigma implements RAP technology (Radical-Amplified Photopolymerization initiator technology), which offers increased working time of 90 seconds under ambient light, while decreasing curing time to 10 seconds with a halogen light. Estelite Sigma Quick […]
Consultants’ Comments “The bleach white shade is opaque enough to block out underlying stains. ” “Nice visibility on radiographs.” “Restorations are very smooth.” Description Estelite Sigma is a universal composite for direct restoration of anterior and posterior teeth. The composite is filled 71% by volume with sub-micron spherical particles. Estelite Sigma is available in 18 […]
Carol Reed, RDA, CDA, Enspire Dental; Active member of THE DENTAL ADVISOR Editorial Board If you’re working for a General dentist, chances are your office is placing composites multiple times a week. Now I know the Dr. is doing most of the work, but as an assistant there are certain items to use that can […]
Over the past 50 years, resin composites have undergone tremendous improvements in strength, wear resistance, reduced polymerization shrinkage, esthetics, and handling characteristics. The addition of nanofillers to composites has resulted in better polishability, surface smoothness and translucency.
Recently, new formulations of composites provide the ability for bulk filling and improved flowability in a universal composite.
This issue of THE DENTAL ADVISOR will explore current trends and techniques in simplifying posterior composites. The newest innovations in bulk-fill composites, advances in flowable composites, and sectional matrix systems will be reviewed, as well as a translation of what laboratory data means in a clinical setting.
Description This issue of THE DENTAL ADVISOR reviews the improvements in composites and bonding agents over the past 30 years as well as the latest developments. Long-term clinical data on bonding agents and composites are presented. Composites over 30 years THEN NOW Large filler particles, 30-50 μm ⇒ Less than 1.0 μm Shrinkage 3-4% […]
Description This issue of THE DENTAL ADVISOR highlights our 2012 Product Awards and Dr. Farah’s 2012 Preferred Products. Most of these products have been evaluated and highly rated by THE DENTAL ADVISOR and are considered to be some of the best products in today’s dental market. 2012 Preferred Product List Preferred Products are chosen as […]
Product Comparison Charts Composites – 2011 Description This issue of THE DENTAL ADVISOR describes current trends in resin composites including bulk-fill, self-adhesive and universal flowable composites and recommends highly rated products. Classification of Composites The most common classification system for resin composites considers the distribution and average particle size of the composite […]
Description Dentists and their staff face daily challenges with materials and equipment when treating patients. Most teams have identified “go to” products that solve problems. Products that can solve a clinical problem save time, headaches and costs. This issue of THE DENTAL ADVISOR reports on products recommended by the editorial team of THE DENTAL ADVISOR. […]
Description This issue of THE DENTAL ADVISOR highlights our 2011 Product Awards and Dr. Farah’s 2011 Preferred Products. Most of these products have been evaluated and highly rated by THE DENTAL ADVISOR and are considered to be some of the best products in today’s dental market. 2011 Preferred Product List The 2011 Preferred Product List […]
The best composites for anterior bonding are ones that are micro- or nano-filled because of their higher polishability. Also, products that have a greater shade selection and can be layered with dentin and enamel shades are an asset. I would recommend a product like Filtek Supreme Plus Universal Restorative System (3M ESPE), Estelite Sigma Quick […]
Description This issue of THE DENTAL ADVISOR highlights our 2010 Product Awards and Dr. Farah’s 2010 Preferred Products. Most of these products have been evaluated and highly rated by THE DENTAL ADVISOR and are considered to be some of the best products in today’s dental market. 2010 Preferred Product List The 2010 Preferred Product List […]
Description For 25 years, THE DENTAL ADVISOR has provided dental professionals worldwide with the evidence-based, clinically relevant information needed to make the best decisions in selecting which dental products to use. This issue of THE DENTAL ADVISOR highlights our 2008 Product Awards and Dr. Farah’s 2008 Preferred Products. Most of these products have been evaluated […]
The tooth structure of anterior teeth is too thin to mask the darkness of the oral cavity with a translucent composite. Always use a kit with opaque shades [3M ESPE Filtek Supreme Plus Universal Restorative (3M ESPE); Estelite Sigma (Tokuyama Dental Corp./Tokuyama America Inc.)]. Use an opaque composite as the base on the lingual side […]