by Abigail | Mar 30, 2021
CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond is a single-component, light-cure bonding agent indicated for all direct and indirect restorations in combination with three etching techniques (Total-Etch, Self-Etch or Selective-Etch). The adhesive is also indicated for the surface treatment of zirconia and silica-based glass ceramics (ex. lithium disilicate). CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond can be mixed with CLEARFIL™ DC Activator to become a dual-cure adhesive, thereby making this product truly “Universal” for all etching and restorative needs. *1
*1: CLEARFIL™ DC Activator is NOT needed when used with CLEARFIL™ DC CORE PLUS/ PANAVIA™ SA CEMENT and PANAVIA™ SA CEMENT Plus.
by Abigail | Nov 6, 2019
Overview
- 29 Clinical Evaluators
- 749 Total Uses
- 93% Clinical Rating
Evaluators’ Comments
- “Wide range of applications. Can be used for virtually every situation – no etch required.”
- “Good wettability.”
- “I place engagers for Invisalign on porcelain crowns and I’m getting great retention.”
- “No post-operative sensitivity.”
- “I liked that it has a thinner film thickness than most two-step bonding agents.”
- “Unidose containers have a flat bottom, so they are very stable.”
- “Being a two-step process does take additional time.”
- “The tabs on the unidose containers can be difficult to open – liquid can be lost.”
- “Application includes a 20-second scrub time.”
Indications
- Light-cured composite and compomer restorations
- Porcelain, composite and metal-based inlays, onlays, crowns and bridges
- Composite/ceramic/metal repairs
- Cavity sealing for amalgam restorations
- Light-cured or dual-cured core buildups
- Cavity sealing as a pretreatment for indirect restorations
- Veneers
- Endodontic posts
Clinical Tips
- For quadrant dentistry, there is enough to use in one unidose container.
- Be careful when applying – it can be a bit ‚Äòrunny’ and irritate the surrounding gingiva.
- Use a thicker microbrush with the primer to make sure it’s adequately covering the surface.
- Make sure and blow air properly on adhesive until there is no movement.
- My last bottle of bonding agent was contaminated, and I had tons of de-bonded composites. I like the unit doses so that I know my bond isn’t contaminated.
Description
OptiBond eXTRa Universal is a two-component, light-cured adhesive that:
- Reduces inventory with one single bonding protocol for all treatments and techniques through use of patented GPDM and Ternary Solvent System
- Gives you the flexibility to choose your preferred etching technique without the need of any auxiliary products such as silane or dual cure activators
- Uniform and very low film thickness delivers high aesthetic outcomes and also, provides a significant advantage for indirect restoration placement
- Unique dark cure mode when combined with NX3 cement
Unique Attributes
- Superior bond strengths
- Can be used on any substrate as well as in place of silane and metal primers
- Compatible with virtually all types of cements, composites and core-buildup materials without the need of auxilliary products
by Dental Advisor | Nov 5, 2019
Overview
- 34 Clinical Evaluators
- 421 Total Uses
- 96% Clinical Rating
Evaluators’ Comments
- “Easy to use and easy to clean excess cement with tack-cure feature.”
- “I liked the way it dispensed much better than what I use now.”
- “Works just as well as the FujiCem 2 that I have used for years with unparalleled success.
- “The color is easy for visualization.”
- “Sensitivity is low for patients.”
- “It took two cures to get the material to tack with our light.”
- “The newly designed mixing tip was cumbersome to place and I had a tip pop off when trying to extrude.”
- “Convenient auto-mix system.”
Indications
- High-strength, all-ceramic (zirconia) crowns and bridges
- Composite inlays, onlays, crowns, and bridges
- All-ceramic inlays
- Metal and porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns and bridges
Clinical Tips
- Make sure the tip is locked in properly before use.
- Remove cement from contact points first before it sets too much.
- Bench test tack feature before using the first time intraorally to determine the time needed with your curing light.
- New tip design allows for automix or hand mixing material.
Description
GC FujiCem Evolve is an innovative resin-reinforced glass ionomer cement with:
- Trustful performance to lute any retentive zirconia, lithium disilicate, or metal-base restorations
- Enjoyable convenience thanks to a modern delivery
- High radiopacity
- Locking tip
Unique Attributes
- Highest bond strength to zirconia among RMGI cements tested at DENTAL ADVISOR biomaterials lab
- High radiopacity
- Three-second tack cure
- 4 minute 30 second set time after seating
- No primer necessary when cementing retentive zirconia, lithium disilicate, or PFM restorations
- Moisture tolerant
by Dental Advisor | Nov 5, 2019
Overview
- 35 Clinical Evaluators
- 960 Total Uses
- 91% Clinical Rating
Evaluators’ Comments
- “Different viscosities offer many options for treatment modalities.”
- “Polishability, blendability and color match were just fabulous.”
- “My new go-to in difficult areas, especially the Super Low Flow.”
- “Beautiful results for cervical carious lesions.”
- “There was a learning curve deciding which viscosity was best suited for each use.”
- “The low flow lived up to it’s name, however, I found less opportunities to use it than the other viscosities.”
- “The flow was different from what I’m used to. I like a flowable that has a high viscosity and lower flow. These seemed a bit runny for my taste‚Äîbut still a great product.”
- “I’m not sure if all viscosities are really necessary to be stocked by a dental office, it would be a lot of inventory.”
- “Outstanding esthetics, immediate and very high gloss.”
Indications
- Direct anterior and posterior restorations
- Blocking out cavity undercuts before fabricating indirect restorations
- Cavity base or liner
- Repair of porcelain/composite
Clinical Tips
- The Medium Flow has just the right amount of flow and is easy to contour in Class V situations.
- The Medium Flow is definitely the most versatile.
- The super low viscosity (High Flow) works great for Invisalign attachments.
- You can actually sculpt the Super Low Flow with a conical burnisher or flat composite instrument.
Description
Estelite Universal Flow is a supra-nano filled flowable composite with:
- Spherical filler technology
- Three different viscosities to provide clinicians with the ideal flow for a wide range of indications
- Higher filler content than traditional flowables
- Shades that will blend with several tooth shades
- Exceptional polishability and superior gloss retention
- High compressive and flexural strengths, long-term wear resistance, low shrinkage stress
Unique Attributes
Estelite Universal Flow has three viscosities:
- Super Low Flow: Non-slumping, non-runny, precision stacking/Recommended for Class I, II, III, IV restorations/Six shades available
- Medium Flow: High versatility, less slumping, less runny/Recommended for Class I, II, III, IV, V, shallow Class V and incisal restorations; or, as a cavity liner/Twelve shades available
- High Flow : Easy placement, flows well/Recommended for shallow Class V restorations or as a cavity liner/Seven shades available
by Abigail | Nov 5, 2019
Overview
- 37 Clinical Evaluators
- 1,018 Total Uses
- 96% Clinical Rating
Evaluators’ Comments
- “Versatile bonding agent. It can be used for all surfaces for direct and indirect adhesion.”
- “Nice to get quality chemistry into a single bottle.”
- “Predictable results, easy to use, good wetting, and simple.”
- “Light in color and low film thickness.”
- “Wets the surface well. Leaves a nice shiny surface to see that adhesive is applied well.”
- “Compatible with dual-cured core materials without a separate activator.”
- “Bottle dispenser allowed too much to come out at a time. I preferred the unidose.”
- “Evaporates fairly quickly.”
Indications
- Light-cured composite and compomer restorations
- Composite/ceramic/metal repairs
- Cavity sealing for amalgam restorations
- Porcelain, composite and metal-based inlays, onlays, crowns and bridges
- Light-cured or dual-cured core buildups
- Veneers
- Endodontic posts
- Cavity sealing as a pretreatment for indirect restorations
- Recommended to use with NX3 or Maxcem cement when there is no light accessibility
Clinical Tips
- The material’s film thickness and color make it perfect for anterior and shallow restorations.
- Can be used on metal partial denture repairs confidently.
- One-step process is very helpful when working on kids.
Description
OptiBond Universal is a single-component, light-cured adhesive that:
- Provides excellent adhesion to a variety of surfaces and substrates for direct and indirect applications
- Simplifies the bonding procedure, making it less technique sensitive
- Can be used with self-etch, selective-etch and total-etch techniques
- Has a low film thickness of approximately 5 microns
Unique Attributes
- More effective enamel etching than other single-component adhesives
- One-coat application
- Does not need separate activator for dual-cured material
