Overview
- 25 Clinical Evaluators
- 517 Total Uses
- 96% Clinical Rating
Consultants’ Comments
- “I really liked that it did not discolor the tooth, and that a tissue barrier is not required. That is a huge advantage.”
- “No staining and no refrigeration.”
- “Very effective as a desensitizer.”
- “Much less tissue irritation than the original formulation.”
- “Easy to use two-step procedure.”
- “No ammonia base is important to me.”
- “Second step takes a lot longer scrubbing time than the first step.”
- “I found that even though a tissue barrier is not required, it is best to avoid the tissue or some slight irritation can occur.”
Description
Riva Star Aqua is a silver fluoride system:
- Water-based SF + KI system
- Unlike other systems, Riva Star Aqua’s two-step procedure reduces staining
- Two year and beyond desensitizing effect
- Non-invasive and ideal for minimally invasive dentistry
Clinical Tips
- Blot very dry.
- Spend time scrubbing the liquids into the tooth and don’t just apply it as a thin coat.
- Be sure to liberally apply the Step 2 liquid until the precipitate clears.
Unique Attributes
- No refrigeration required
- Less tissue irritation
- Odorless-based formula
- An SF material with reduced staining
- Increases bond strengths of glass ionomer and composite materials to dentin
Indications
- Desensitizing
- Caries arrest
- Caries detection
- SMARTer glass ionomer sandwich technique
