BufferPro™
Overview
- 30 Clinical Evaluators
- 544 Total Uses
- 96% Clinical Rating
Consultants’ Comments
- “Patients become numb almost instantaneously.”
- “I didn’t change the way I wait for the anesthetic to work, but at the end of the 5- minute period when the patient was asked if they felt numb, the overwhelming response was that they felt VERY numb. Every time I used BufferPro (mainly on lower blocks), I did not have to anesthetize again.”
- “There are other things that require my attention after anesthetics. Time saving was never the priority but rather the benefits of buffering in chemical interactions.”
- “My observation with this product is that it makes giving a lower block less painful and give deeper anesthesia.”
- “Quick application, no expensive parts and components, pain free injections, and quick anesthesia.”
- “Ease of use is incredible! Brilliant, no upfront expense, no bulky system that takes up space, and no $1000 expense.”
Description
BufferPro is a self-contained capsule of 0.1mL of 8.4% sodium bicarbonate solution that dispenses into a common dental anesthetic cartridge to increase the pH of the anesthetic. Each BufferPro capsule is individually packed in a foil wrapper, helping to avoid cross contamination and extending shelf life to 2 years. BufferPro offers easy application without additional equipment and simple clean-up by disposing the capsule into a sharps container.
Unique Attributes
- One step, simple buffering
- No mixing or measuring required
- Sterile, single-packaged
- Raises pH close to physiological levels
- Can be used with any 1.7ml dental anesthetic cartridge and dental syringe
- Invert the anesthesia carpule to mix the solution
Clinical Tips
- Use the anesthetic cartridge immediately after using BufferPro and be sure to review the IFU.
- After using BufferPro, the silicone plunger will slightly protrude from the anesthetic cartridge. This is normal and necessary for the anesthetic and sodium bicarbonate to properly mix. Tip the carpule back and forth with a rotating motion.
- Great for use on children and nervous adults.
- After mixed, be sure to check that your anesthetic carpule does not spill over or drip into the oral cavity.
Indications
Buffering of dental anesthetic cartridges to a pH close to natural physiological levels
Grandio® blocs
Overview
- 4 Clinical Evaluators
- 100 Total Uses
- 96% Clinical Rating
Consultants’ Comments
- “Very fast milling time! Polishability is stunning! Repairs/modifications are easy.”
- “Great for anything pre-molar forward. Material opens up possibilities for more conservative restorations like inlays/onlays.”
- “Their speed of milling is fantastic.”
- “I have been using these blocks in numerous situations and have been able to stain them easily for a very esthetic result.”
- “I would like to see long-term data on performance”
- “Use with caution on patients with allergies to methacrylates.”
- “The anatomy during fabrication, whether on fine or regular speed, didn’t make a difference. Translucency overall was not incredible.”
Description
Grandio Blocs are nano-ceramic hybrid CAD/CAM blocks used to fabricate permanent single-tooth restorations. Restorations are easy to repair and stain with composite material intraorally, if needed. Comes in 7 shades with either a high or a low degree of translucency.
Unique Attributes
- Available in High Translucency and Low Translucency in both 12 and 14L block sizes.
- Veneer preparations can be as minimal as 0.4 mm, while buccal walls of a crown preparation can be as thin as 0.8 mm.
- Material is pre-cured nano-ceramic hybrid material that does not require a sintering or crystalizing procedure. Material is milled quickly and is not to be fired, thus saving valuable time.
- Able to modify or repair fractures and chipping with a composite material intraorally.
- Quick finishing and polishing with standard composite polishers, either intraorally or extraorally.
Clinical Tips
- For optimal bond, sandblast the intaglio surface of the restoration with aluminum oxide in preparation for luting. After sandblasting, treat it with a steam cleaner or ultrasonic bath. Do not cure or treat with any type of acid etch but do treat it with a silane material prior to seating.
- If keeping the walls thin, be sure to lute with a bonding composite.
- Even though the external walls a thin, the occlusal surface should still be reduced to 1.5 mm.
- Polishing feels similar to most composites, so do not press against the material with much force or with coarse polishers. Stick with the fine and extra-fine polishers.
Indications
Used to fabricate: Inlays, Onlays, Crowns, Veneers, Implant-Supported Crowns
Note: All restorations for this evaluation were milled on CEREC® Dental Milling Machines.
My-Shield® Sanitizing Soap
Overview
- 35 Clinical Evaluators
- 1453 Total Uses
- 88% Clinical Rating
Evaluator Comments
- “Amount of foam dispensed for each pump is just right.”
- “Did not dry out my hands.”
- “Ease of dispensing and immediate foaming made washing of the hands quick and easy.”
- “I liked that it rinsed off easily.”
- “My hands did feel smooth afterwards and not dry.”
- “The packaging of the soap and hand sanitizer is way too similar.”
- “I did not care for the smell.”
Description
My-Shield® Sanitizing Soap is a water-based, foam hand soap that kills 99.9% of harmful germs. Its gentle and low-irritatant formulation is great for frequent use, and it contains aloe vera to moisturize and soothe skin. The Zetrisil component helps prevent drying of the skin.
Unique Attributes
- Zetrisil provides extended prevention from the drying of the skin
- Contains aloe vera to moisturize and softens the skin even with repeat use
- Fast acting formula kills common germs
- Water-based and alcohol/chlorine/bleach-free so it’s gentle on skin
Clinical Tips
- One pump was more than sufficient most of the time.
- The bottle size is convenient to put in each operatory.
- Does not dry out your hands with frequent use.
Indications
- Hand-hygiene and infection control
- Reduce bacteria on surface of the skin
- Helps prevent cross-contamination
- Recommended for repeated use
My-Shield® Hand Sanitizer Foam
Overview
- 40 Clinical Evaluators
- 1760 Total Uses
- 86% Clinical Rating
Evaluator Comments
- “It didn’t dry out or irritate my hands.”
- “Foams and evaporates quickly.”
- “My hands did not feel as dry as with other hand sanitizers.”
- “I like that it dispenses as a foam.”
- “My hands felt slightly sticky at first.”
- “Would like a fresher scent, maybe some type of essential oil.”
Description
My-Shield® Hand Sanitizer Foam offers up to 4 hours of skin protection thanks to its Zetrisil technology, killing 99.9% of harmful germs without alcohol. Its alcohol-free, water-based formula is non-flammable, low-toxic, and contains aloe vera to moisturize. It’s a safe and effective option for the whole practice.
Unique Attributes
- Kills 99.9% of common germs
- Alcohol-free Formulation made with Zetrisil for long lasting skin protection up to 4 hours
- Infused with Aloe Vera promotes healing and is non-irritating to skin
- Water based non-toxic and non-flammable formula
Clinical Tips
- Use My-Shield where patients can see.
- My-Shield is great for use in between patients
- Allow My-Shield to dry before putting on gloves
Indications
- Cleaning hands when soap and water are not readily available
- Hands are not visibly soiled
- Kill common germs