The BlueView™ VariStrip™ by Garrison Dental Solutions are contoured 0.002″ anterior matrix bands that taper from one side to the other. They are intended to be slid interproximally until the band matches the height of the restoration. Their blue tint allows them to contrast with the tooth structure without compromising polymerization.
The variation in size lets you get just the right height
Initial Insights
These are my new go-to bands for anteriors.
There’s a little bit of a learning curve but after that, these are great!
I like that you can easily see it on the tray.
Keep an eye out for this product in an upcoming issue of DENTAL ADVISOR!
We recently received ZirClean (Bisco) restoration cleaner. This material is designed for use in zirconia, ceramic, and metal restorations after intraoral try-in. It removes phosphate contamination from saliva, non-abrasively.
ZirClean is a gel consistency and comes in a syringe dispenser for easy expression directly into the restoration.
Initial Insights
What were some of the initial thoughts of the Dental Advisor Initial Insights Team?
Anyone placing zirconia restorations should have a plan for removing phosphate contamination and this material makes it easy.
Just express into the restoration, let sit for 20 seconds and rinse to improve bond strengths. Again, this material makes it easy.
The syringe is very convenient, but there is inherent waste in anything that utilizes replaceable tips.
Keep an eye out for more about this product in an upcoming issue of Dental Advisor!
Estecem II (Tokuyama) is a dual-cure adhesive resin cement indicated for all restorative materials. It is available in 4 shades: universal, clear, white opaque, and brown. When used with Tokuyama Universal Bond it is a quick application with no curing needed for the bonding agent.
Initial Insights
What were the thoughts of the Dental Advisor Initial Insights Team?
An award winning adhesive in a universal cementation system is exciting.
The shades available give a good range of options to make slight color adjustments without re-staining.
An easy adhesive system.
Keep an out in an upcoming issue of Dental Advisor for more on this product!
Genius Shield (BriteHive Solutions) is an innovative combination shield and vacuum with an inverted design and optional drape. It is designed to shield dental professionals from overspray and spatter generated by AGP (aerosol generating procedures).
Initial Insights
Patient comment: “The suction power seemed very effective, I was very surprised! I didn’t notice any droplets or spatter on my face. The shield is large enough where I did not feel contained or claustrophobic.”
Hygienist comment: “I expected this to get in my visual field and complicate things. It didn’t. I also was concerned for my patient but he didn’t experience any issues at all.”
Doctor comment: “The suction on this is amazing! I could easily work without my assistant if necessary.”
Dental Advisor will be testing this device against traditional HVE without a shield. Stay tuned to Dental Advisor for the full test results!
It is an exciting time in the world of restorative materials. More and more we are seeing materials that mimic the properties of natural teeth as well as products that incorporate rechargeable remineralizing ions. We recently received ACTIVA Presto (Pulpdent) here at Dental Advisor. This material is a light cured, universal composite that facilitates diffusion of bioavailable calcium, phosphate, and fluoride ions. According to the manufacturer this material is a stackable, light cure composite that is strong, durable, wear and fracture resistant, and is indicated for all classes of cavities.
What are the advantages to incorporating this material into your practice?
Patented rubberized-resin absorbs stress and resists wear, fracture, and chipping, even in thin areas on bevel margins
Penetrates and integrates with tooth structure for margin-free adaptation to teeth
Stackable composite holds shape and does not slump for controlled placement
Strong, tough, durable, wear and fracture resistant
Versatile – Universal composite for all classes of cavities
A4 and A6 shades for cervical restorations, especially useful in older patients
Easy to place, easy to use 2mL syringes
What were the Initial Insights of the Dental Advisor team and our editorial board? – We are excited to try an ACTIVA product that you can use in all cavity classes, including stress bearing class I and II restorations. – Editorial Board members commented that they liked the syringe delivery system compared to the large ACTIVA gun. They found the material easy to extrude from the flowable syringe. Will it be as stackable as they say? – Right now this material is only available in flowable form… what will our evaluators think of that?
What do our Clinical Evaluators and their patients think about this product once it’s used in their offices? Look for a possible clinical evaluation in an upcoming issue!
