TopCEM Dual Cure Resin Cement™
Overview
- 16 Clinical Evaluators
- 288 Total Uses
- 96% Clinical Rating
Evaluators’ Comments
- “Great product! Cleanup is a cinch!”
- “A great addition to my cementation protocol.”
- “Great esthetics, easy cleanup, and compatibility with many materials.”
- “The flow of the material was great, and the option for different shades was ideal.”
- “The mixing tips are effective and do not waste too much material.”
- “A good, sound product with a lot more shades than most resin cements available today.”
Description
TopCEM Dual Cure Resin Cement™ is a versatile resin cement designed for the permanent cementation of crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, veneers, root canal posts, and other restorations, as well as core build-ups. Its dual-cure formulation provides the flexibility to use either light-curing or dual-curing techniques, depending on the clinical situation. TopCEM offers more than 100 MPa of flexural strength, low film thickness, three opacity levels, seven shades, and ultra-low solubility and water absorption.
Unique Attributes
- Wide range of shades for improved esthetic matching and masking dark stump shades
- Predictable gel phase that allows easy removal of excess cement after tack curing
- Versatile bonding performance with ceramic, zirconia, implant, post, and low-retention restorations
Clinical Tips from Evaluators
- Tack cure for approximately 1 second, then remove excess cement while it is in the gel phase.
- Select a shade slightly lighter than expected for anterior restorations.
- Maintain proper isolation to support predictable bonding performance.
- Carefully check for residual cement, especially around crown margins and implant restorations.
Indications
- Permanent cementation of crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, veneers, and other indirect restorations
- Cementation of metal, metal-alloy, metal-ceramic, all-ceramic, porcelain, and composite restorations
- Cementation of restorations made from combinations of these materials
- Permanent cementation of all types of root canal posts
- Core build-ups
TrollFoil
Overview
- 26 Clinical Evaluators
- 976 Total Uses
- 96% Clinical Rating
Evaluators’ Comments
- “This is a 10 of 10. The best we’ve tried.”
- “Very thin, so it marks only where the contact points are. It does not tear easily.”
- “It is a necessary product in all offices.”
- “The plastic form makes handling it much easier than loose strips.”
- “The markings are very distinct and easy to read. Point contacts are the clearest I’ve ever seen with any brand of articulating medium.
- “For occlusal equilibrations and adjustments of dental orthotics, I liked it a lot and will continue to use it.”
Description
TrollFoil is a super-thin, double-sided articulating foil designed to provide precise and consistent occlusal markings on wet, dry, and highly polished surfaces. The 8-micron foil is pre-mounted in a semi-rigid frame that keeps it flat and taut, allowing convenient one-handed placement without forceps while preventing ink from transferring to the clinician’s fingers. A removable protective strip supports clean handling, and the thin design is suitable for challenging clinical situations, including limited opening, smooth implant surfaces, gag-sensitive patients, wand metal or nonmetal restorations.
Unique Attributes
- Built-in tab allows placement without articulating forceps.
- Foil material coated with carbon-based color, offering more accurate results.
- Ultra-thin foil provides precise, clearly defined contact markings.
- Produces visible marks on Zirconia, Porcelain, Metal, Composite and other restorative materials.
- Performs on both wet and dry surfaces, with red and blue options for distinguishing occlusal movements.
Clinical Tips from Evaluators
- Dry the tooth surfaces before use to improve the clarity of the markings.
- Use blue foil for centric occlusion and red foil for excursive movements to help identify interferences.
- Have the patient bite firmly, then gently pull the foil through the contact to enhance the markings.
- Make sure the patient’s teeth are biting only on the marking paper and not on the frame holding it together.
Indications
- Checking occlusion on wet or dry teeth
- Use in patients with limited mouth opening
- Marking occlusion on implants with smooth surfaces
- Use with gag-sensitive patients
- Checking contacts on metal and nonmetal restorations
Luxator® Instrument Line
Overview
- 20 Clinical Evaluators
- 332 Total Uses
- 97% Clinical Rating
Evaluators’ Comments
- “Excellent overall! I give it a 10/10.”
- “The ergonomics of the instrument were fantastic, and the instructions on proper use were very helpful.”
- “All of the [Luxator Periotomes] were fabulous. I was so incredibly impressed with the handling and sharpness of the instruments. Very ergonomic, and I was able to extract very difficult ankylosed roots.”
- “Bone was preserved with minimal tissue trauma post-extraction in every single patient.”
- “They were super sharp, helped preserve bone, and increased speed and efficiency with atraumatic extractions.”
- “Very difficult to go back to the old [periotomes] for extraction. Definitely a part of our extraction setup going forward.”
Description
The Luxator® instrument line – the original Luxators on the market have set the standard for atraumatic extractions, helping clinicians remove teeth and roots while preserving surrounding bone and soft tissue.
The line includes Luxator Stainless Steel Periotomes, Luxator Titanium Periotomes, Luxator Forte Elevators, and Luxator Stainless Steel Short Periotomes, offering a variety of tip shapes, widths, and angulations for different clinical needs.
Featuring ergonomic, color-coded handles for enhanced grip and control, Luxator instruments are available individually or in kits, giving clinicians the flexibility to choose the right instrument for every extraction.
Unique Attributes
- Wide range of tip shapes and angulations for nearly any
- extraction scenario
- Large, ergonomic handles that reduce the force needed for luxation
- Thin, sharp tips that help minimize bone and soft-tissue trauma
- Color-coded handles for quick identification on a busy tray
- Stainless Steel Luxator tips can be sharpened to maintain blade sharpness and extend instrument life
- Luxator Titanium features a titanium-coated blade that never needs sharpening
Clinical Tips from Evaluators
- Let the shape of the luxator follow the tooth or root surface until it engages, then apply gentle, sustained apical pressure rather than force.
- For multi-rooted teeth, section the tooth first and use the luxators/periotomes as periotomes to remove each root individually.
- Review the manufacturer’s IFU and instructional materials before first use; the sequencing and purpose of each tip becomes intuitive quickly once reviewed.
- Use the periotome first, followed by the Forte elevator, as an efficient standard sequence for routine extractions.
- Because the tips are very sharp, use controlled, deliberate pressure during initial cases until you are familiar with the instrument’s feel.
- Any of the tips can be aligned along the long axis of the tooth to improve luxation and initiate mobility.
Indications
- Atraumatic extractions for General and Complex situations
- Fractured and decayed root retrieval
- Implant site preparation involving tooth removal for immediate anterior and posterior implant sites
- Sectioning and removal of multi-rooted teeth
Cavex ExSense BrushPen
Overview
- 58 Clinical Evaluators
- 551 Total Uses
- 91% Clinical Rating
Evaluators’ Comments
- “Ease of application and the results were fantastic.”
- “Immediate relief in sensitivity and ease of use.”
- “It was very effective from day one.”
- “Application was easy and the effectiveness was more than anticipated.”
- “I wish the brush tips were replaceable.”
- “I wish the effectiveness lasted longer as it wears off too quickly.”
Description
Cavex ExSense BrushPen is a desensitizing treatment designed to help prevent and reduce tooth sensitivity caused by erosion or exposed dentin. The formula contains 2% hydroxyapatite, which seals dentinal tubules and microcracks in the enamel, along with 0.1% potassium nitrate to help restore micro-hardness. Its brushpen delivery system allows clinicians or patients to apply the gel directly to localized sensitive areas with precision and control. Cavex ExSense also supports and accelerates the remineralization process for instant and long-lasting sensitivity relief.
Unique Attributes
- Precise brush-tip applicator for localized sensitivity treatment
- Controlled delivery for application to specific cervical or exposed dentin areas
- Portable desensitizing option for patients with ongoing sensitivity concerns
Clinical Tips from Evaluators
- Review the directions before use to ensure the pen is opened and activated correctly.
- Twist/click the pen slowly to avoid over-dispensing
- Apply directly to localized sensitive areas, especially cervical areas or exposed dentin.
- Use on clean, dry teeth when possible to help the gel stay in place.