Ionolux

Consultants’ Comments

• “Easy to use and dispense, good handling and packability – did not stick to instruments.”
• “I like that it is one-step, does not require a conditioner or bonding agent or varnish after placement, and it releases fluoride.”
• “This RMGI is a huge improvement over traditional glass ionomers.”
• “Great dispensing syringe, I love this RMGI.”
• “Esthetics are close to composite and it’s quicker to use.”

Clinical Tips

• Great for restorations associated with root caries and for children.
• There is plenty of time to add where you want the material to go.
• The restorations improved by applying a clear coat of resin on the surface.

Evaluation Highlights

Ionolux was evaluated by 27 consultants for a total of 566 times.

• Easy to use.
• Radiopaque.
• Small tipped capsule for dispensing.
• Packable.
• Requires no conditioner or varnish.
• Versatile.

Unique Features

• Low to no stickiness to instruments.
• Requires no conditioner or varnish.
• High compressive strength and low solubility.
• Fluoride release.
• Very good bond to tooth structure.

Indications

• Class III and V restorations
• Restorations in the primary dentition
• Small Class I restorations
• Suitable for temporary restorations
• Core build-ups
• Liner

Description

Ionolux is a light-cured, radiopaque, biocompatible and esthetic resin-modified glass ionomer restorative material. It has a mixing time of 10 seconds, a working time of 2.5 minutes and light-curing takes 20 seconds. This material can be packed and contoured immediately after placement and offers fluoride release. No conditioner or bonding agent is required. Ionolux is contained in a direct activation capsule that is activated by pressing it down on a hard surface before trituration, after which the tip is turned upwards for application of the material into the preparation. Ionolux is available in shades A1, A2, A3, A3.5, and B1 in boxes containing 20 capsules of one shade. Boxes of 50 capsules with 10 capsules each of shades A1 and A3 together with 30 capsules of shade A2 are also available, as well as boxes of 150 capsules in shades A2 or A3.