Consultants’ Comments
- “Great for cores and block-outs.”
- “Useful for restoring root caries.”
- “I like the multiple shades.”
- “Good as a temporary for broken cusps.”
- “Not always easy to activate.”
- “Tip on capsule too wide and too short.”
Description
Ionofil Molar AC Quick is a highly viscous, encapsulated glass ionomer that is used as a restorative, block-out or core build-up material. After activation and mixing for 10 seconds, it has a 90-second working time and 150-second setting time. The material has a high fluoride release and uptake and is radiopaque. It is encapsulated and can be mixed in a standard capsule mixer.
Product Features
Manufacturer’s instructions and packaging received excellent marks. Consultants liked the packaging of four capsules together. Fifteen consultants found the capsules easy to activate, while the remainder found activation to be more difficult. The majority of consultants noted that the nozzle on the capsule was too short, making it difficult to access posterior teeth. Ionofil Molar AC Quick was found not to be sticky after initial application, but several consultants mentioned that they preferred a faster setting material that is either light- or dual-cured. The heavy consistency of the material does not slump and works well for cores as well as block-outs or for emergency use. About 60% of consultants said they would recommend it, while about 20% noted that they would switch to it.
Clinical Tips
- Leave capsules sealed in the foil pouch to prevent dehydration of the material. Once opened, all capsules in the pouch should be used within one month.
- Use alcohol or a plastic placement instrument to minimize stickiness.
- After mixing, load the material into a smaller-tipped syringe to enhance the ease of placement.
