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 Pulpdent First-Coat Primer Now Available Separately
Pulpdent Corporation, manufacturer of Embrace WetBond products, is now offering Embrace First-Coat Primer individually as a refill item. First-Coat is a key component of the Embrace Restoration and PFM Repair Kit. Embrace First-Coat is a unique, light-cured resin primer that replaces silane and metal adhesives and is placed on both the porcelain and metal surfaces. It contains no solvents and represents the first significant improvement in porcelain repair materials in two decades. It can be cured with any curing light. Testing indicates that the adhesive bond strength between First-Coat and porcelain is stronger than the cohesive strength of porcelain itself. First-Coat obsoletes the use of silane as a porcelain primer. It solves the difficult chemistry problem created by bonding an organic resin to an inorganic ceramic surface. First-Coat is available in a 1.2-mL syringe and includes 10 flocked applicator tips. Pulpdent manufactures high-quality products for the dental profession including adhesives, composites, sealants, cements, etching gels, calcium hydroxide products, endodontic specialties, and bonding accessories. For more information, call 800.343.4342 or visit www.pulpdent.com
| |  FibreKleer Post System Provides Higher Strength and Greater Esthetics
The clear FibreKleer Post System is the latest in esthetic, high-strength fiber post technology from Pentron Clinical Technologies, LLC. The FibreKleer Post is ideal for all post applications, especially under all-ceramic crowns where final esthetics is critical. The clarity and transparency of the post takes on the shade of the restoration and prevents the gray shadow effect that can occur with metal posts. The ability of this post to blend with natural dentition ensures more natural-looking restorations. The high light transmission of the FibreKleer Post enables light initiation of dual-cured cements to speed the placement procedure. Because of its unidirectional arrangement of glass fibers, the FibreKleer Post has an impressive flexural strength of 1,577 MPa and a flexural modulus of 26 GPa. FibreKleer Posts are available in two body designs and a variety of sizes: parallel with a retentive head for increased mechanical core retention, and tapered for conservative dentistry and minimal tooth reduction.
For more information, call 800.551.0283 or visit www.pentron.com | | |  Fiber-Optic Illuminated Mirror Attachment for the Microlux
AdDent, Inc introduces a new fiber-optic illuminated mirror attachment for the already popular Microlux Transilluminator. The new fiber- optic mirror attachment provides additional light for hard-to-reach areas and is available for all routine exams whenever a mirror is needed. The front surface mirror was designed for clearer vision and is fully autoclavable. Recently, the Microlux received the 2006 Reality's Choice 5-Star award. The Microlux received the Editor's Choice award by Dental Advisor in 2003, and in 2002 was listed in CRA's Outstanding Products Buying Guide. The fiber-optic mirror can be purchased as an accessory to the Microlux Transilluminator or the Microlux/DL kit.
For more information, call 203.778.0200 or visit www.addent.com | | |  PreFormance Posts and Temporary Cylinders
Implant Innovations, Inc (3i), a Biomet Company, has introduced its new line of provisional components: PreFormance posts and temporary cylinders. These components are made of a strong, biocompatible polymer material called PEEK that is easily customized to a patient's tissue contours and anatomic profile. PreFormance provisional components offer some of the longest temporary in vivo uses of polymers on the market—180 days vs 30 days. The PreFormance post cement-retained provisional option features the Certain QuickSeat Connection, which tells the clinician the abutment is properly seated with an audible and tactile click. It is available in straight or 15° preangled configurations for ideal angle correction, collar heights in 4 mm or 6 mm to follow gingival contours without trapping cement, and an Emergence Profile for more natural esthetics. The PreFormance post also has a smooth surface for easy provisional restoration reline and a flat side for antirotation. The PreFormance temporary cylinder screw-retained option has a knurled surface for mechanical retention of resin material and is available in hexed or nonhexed. The hexed version also offers the Certain QuickSeat Connection. For more information, call 800.443.8166 or visit www.3i-online.com | | |  Bleached Snap Shade
Parkell, Inc recently expanded its Snap Temporary Resin palette to include a super-light bleached shade. Snap Resins are designed for dentists who prefer the economy and expanded shades available with a powder/liquid system. Snap's unique vinyl methacrylate formulation reportedly reduces shrinkage over traditional methyl methacrylate resins. Unlike bis-Acryl cartridge systems, Snap restorations do not feature a slimy oxygen-inhibited layer that must be removed with solvent. Snap powders are available in nine different shades; however, the new bleached powder can be mixed with any of the others to create a custom shade with increased value. For more information, call 800.243.7446 or visit www.parkell.com | | |  Fuji Filling and No-Rinse Self-Conditioner
GC America, Inc introduced its two next-generation glass ionomer restorative products. Based on the highly regarded and successful Fuji II LC, Fuji Filling takes resin-reinforced glass ionomer technology to the next level. Fuji Filling uses the highly acclaimed Paste Pak delivery system also found in FujiCEM and Fuji Lining LC. Improvements include higher translucency, high radiopacity, and higher fluoride release. Fuji Filling is available in 6 shades (A1, A2, A3, A3.5, CV, and Blue). Now you have all the benefits of glass ionomer and resin-based restoratives without sacrificing esthetics. Fuji Filling is indicated as a liner base for the sandwich technique, small core buildup, or as a full restorative in Classes 1, 2, 3, and 5. Its high fluoride release makes it ideal for all patients, including those found to have a high caries risk. To improve bond strength and simplify technique, GC also is introducing Self-Conditioner. Self-Conditioner is a no- rinse conditioner specially formulated to work with resin-reinforced glass ionomers such as Fuji Filling and Fuji II LC. The required conditioner for Fuji Filling more than doubles its bond strength to dentin and enamel. For more information, call 800.323.7063 or visit www.gcamerica.com | | |  Neks unveils the Neks D-Carie Mini
Neks Technologies Inc unveiled the new miniaturized version of its Neks D-Carie during the Chicago Dental Society Mid-Winter Meeting several months ago. This occlusal and interproximal caries detection device, an international discovery that made its debut last year, is now available in miniature. The size of a pen, the Neks D-Carie Mini works the same way as the existing Neks D-Carie but offers the added advantage of wireless technology and battery-powered operation for enhanced lightness and handling. The optical technology at the heart of the device was developed by dentist and Neks cofounder Dr. Naïm Karazivan and uses light-emitting diodes to accurately detect occlusal caries, even when lesions are in the earliest stages. The Neks D-Carie Mini is a diagnostic aid: used in conjunction with an x-ray, it allows the practitioner to assess a third dimension—the volume of the caries—before even beginning to open the cavity. Both the Neks D-Carie and the new Neks D-Carie mini detect more than 91% of occlusal caries, which is twice the rate obtained through conventional exploration and visual examination. The Neks D-Carie detects on average 50% more caries than its competitor. For more information, call 866.887.6357 or visit www.neks.com | | |  Contact Perfect Matrix Bands
Miltex, Inc announces the release of its new Contact Perfect matrix bands. Contact Perfect is a revolutionary new posterior composite matrix system that produces predictable, naturally contoured contact every time. There is no need for aggressive wedging with this system; therefore, the risk of hyperocclusion and patient sensitivity is reduced. This innovative product features a patent-pending design with removable interproximal "windows." By removing the interproximal barrier, Contact Perfect matrix bands expose the composite resin and allow it to make direct contact with the adjacent tooth, forming tight contacts and natural contours. They are fast and easy to place using a traditional Tofflemire retainer. Contact Perfect offers the dental professional an easy and effective solution to the most frustrating issues with composite restorations—open contacts and patient sensitivity. Contact Perfect matrix bands are available in three different styles: universal 2-surface bands, bicuspid 3-surface bands, and molar 3-surface bands. They are offered in a package of 24 bands per pack and include a directions-for-use chairside card. An introductory pack of 12 bands is also available to help the dentist get started. Contact Perfect matrix bands were officially introduced at the California Dental Association meeting in Anaheim last month. For more information, call 866.854.8300 or visit www.miltex.com | | |  New Sonicare Elite e9000 series
Philips Oral Healthcare has introduced the new Sonicare Elite e9000 series with the custom care system designed to meet patients' unique brushing needs. It comes with two brush head sizes: standard (ideal for a complete cleaning) and compact (30% smaller than standard brush head for improved access to hard-to-reach areas). It also comes with two cleaning modes: maximum (for a thorough, everyday clean) and gentle (for sensitive areas of the mouth). Philips Sonicare is the No. 1 power toothbrush brand personally used and recommended by dental professionals in the United States. With its patented sonic technology, Sonicare creates dynamic fluid cleaning action for improved oral health and better overall health. For more information, visit www.sonicare.com | | |  IMPRESSIV from Cosmedent
IMPRESSIV is an addition-cured silicone impression material from Cosmedent, Inc. The working characteristics are what distinguish IMPRESSIV from all the others. The material flows beautifully and stays in the tray. Marginal reproduction and impression details are superb, and tear strength is unsurpassed. The IMPRESSIV line of products includes two machine-mix consistencies: putty and heavy body. The handgun mix consistencies include regular and fast-set light and heavy body. The fast-set materials set in 2 minutes from the beginning of the mix. For more information, call 800.621.6729 or visit www.cosmedent.com
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