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8/3/2017 1 Dentsply Sirona The Start of Something Great The Keys to… Successful, Predictable, and Efficient Direct Posterior Composite Restorations Clinical Education Manager Clinical Affairs DENTSPLY Sirona Restorative Associate Professor & Chair Department of Diagnostic Sciences Creighton University School of Dentistry Jason H. Goodchild, DMD [email protected] From Philadelphia, PA Private Practice (Havertown, PA) Education Univ. of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine Dept. of Oral Medicine Creighton University School of Dentistry Chairman, Dept. of Diagnostic Sciences Dentsply Sirona Restorative CE Manager, North America Introduction As of 2016… Dentsply Sirona Why Dentsply Sirona? Unmatched clinical education platform Worldclass sales, service, and support Increased product breadth and scale Integrated solutions that optimize workflow Better, safer, and faster dental care Singlevisit dentistry portfolio Success in dentistry is mainly dependent on doing the basics well Success is not an accident! ~ Tony Robbins Ultimate Power

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Dentsply SironaThe Start of Something Great

The Keys to…  Successful, Predictable, and Efficient Direct Posterior Composite 

Restorations 

Clinical Education Manager

Clinical Affairs

DENTSPLY Sirona Restorative

Associate Professor & Chair

Department of Diagnostic Sciences

Creighton University School of Dentistry

Jason H. Goodchild, DMD

[email protected]

• From Philadelphia, PA

• Private Practice (Havertown, PA)

• Education

– Univ. of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine

• Dept. of Oral Medicine

– Creighton University School of Dentistry

• Chairman, Dept. of Diagnostic Sciences

– Dentsply Sirona Restorative• CE Manager, North America

Introduction As of 2016…  Dentsply Sirona 

Why Dentsply Sirona?

Unmatched clinical education platform

World‐class sales, service, and support

Increased product breadth and scale

Integrated solutions that optimize workflow

Better, safer, and faster dental care

Single‐visit dentistry portfolio 

Success in dentistry is mainly dependent on doing the basics well

Success is not an accident!~ Tony Robbins

Ultimate Power

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Simple Class 

• Preparation

• Caries removal

• Isolation

• Adhesion

• Material placement

• Light curing

• Occlusion

• Finishing / Polishing

Class 1 Posterior Composite

BEFORE

AFTER

Class 1 Posterior Composite

Complex Class 

• Preparation• Caries removal• Etching?• Isolation• Adhesion• Material placement• Light Curing• Occlusion• Finishing / Polishing

Class 2 Posterior Composite

BEFORE

AFTER

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Filler Particle Size

Incremental Curing

Polymer shrinkage

Shades

FlowableComposites

THENFiller particles quite large, not silanated→ par cles to break out, ditching, increased wear.

Cured in quantities of 2mm or less→ lengthy technique‐sensitive process

Volumetric shrinkage of 7% was common → Various placement techniques to minimize effects of leakage and debonding

Few shades and lack of translucency

Much less filled→ Decreased wear resistance, increased shrinkage upon curing

NOWSilanated micro‐, micro‐hybrid, nano particles→ allows chemical adhesion, decreased wear, increased polishability.

Bulk cured up to 5mm→ elimina ng need for incremental curing

Much lower polymerization shrinkage

More shade options varying in translucency and opacity

Much more highly filled→ Used not only as bases but also universally in most restorative applications.

&

Overcoming Dentist Perceptions

No Post-op

sensitivity

Low film thickness

Cavity adaptation

Bulk fill w/ 3 year clinicals

Radiopaque

Low stress –reduced microleakage

Preferred Handling

Simplified Shading

Radiopaque

Dependable Cure

Smooth surface

One component

Dentsply SironaClass II Solution

Class II Success!Dependable.

Simple.Efficient.

Predictable Tight Contacts

Isolation

Less flash, less finishing

Direct Restoratives: The Class II Solution

Posterior Class I

Posterior Class II

Posterior Class V

Anterior Class III Facial

Anterior Class III Lingual

Anterior Class V

Anterior Class IV

Why Focus on Class II?

45%

22%

7%

7%6%

11%

3%

Source:  American Dental Association

Good Local Anesthesia is VITAL!

Local Anesthesia

The Right Drug for                      the Right Procedure

Average Durations of Local Anesthesia after Intraoral Injection (mins)

Maxillary Infiltration Inferior Alveolar Block

Pulpal Soft Tissue PulpalSoft Tissue

2% Lidocaine w/ 1:100K or 1:50k epi 60 170 85 190

3% Mepivacaine 25 90 40 165

4% Prilocaine 20 105 55 190

4% Prilocaine w/ 1:200k epi 60 150 75 180

4% Articaine w/ 1:100k or 1:200k epi 60 170 90 220

0.5% Bupivacaine w/ 1:200k epi 40 340 240 440

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Local Anesthetic Maximum Dosages

Local Anesthetic Maximum Dose# of Carpules

Adult

# of Carpules

50 lb Child

Lidocaine w/ 1:100k epi (2%-36 mg)Lidocaine w/ 1:50k epiLidocaine w/o epi

3.3 mg/lb (500 mg) 3.3 mg/lb (500 mg)2.0 mg/lb (300 mg)

13.8*5.58.3

4.6NR2.8

Mepivacaine (3% - 54 mg)Mepivacaine (2% w/ 1:20k levo)

2.6 mg/lb (400 mg)7.411.1

2.53.7

Prilocaine plain (4% - 72 mg)Prilocaine w/ 1:200k epi

4.0 mg/lb (600 mg) 8.38.3

2.82.8

Bupivacaine (0.5% - 9mg) 0.6 mg/lb (90 mg) 10 NR

Articaine (4% - 72 mg) 3.3 mg/lb (500mg) 6.9 2.3

Dent Clin N Am 2010;54:587–599.*Maximum dose of epinephrine in healthy patients is 0.2mg, accounting for

epinephrine the maximum dose of lidocaine w/1:100k epi is 11 cartridges.

Dental Landscape

Composite Resins

In Today’s Dental Landscape……

• The most common direct composite procedure in dentistry is posterior amalgam replacement

• The average posterior composite lasts 6 years1

estimated annual failure rate of Class I and Class II posterior composites is 1‐3%2

• Cavity forms for many amalgam replacements and large carious lesions prove too time consuming to fill with vertical incremental layering 

1 Journal of Dentistry 29 (2001) 317‐324.2 Dental Materials 2012; 28:87‐101.

In Today’s Dental Landscape……

• What does the future look like?

– “Bulk Fill” placement increment

– Simplified shading

– Fast polishing

– Stain resistance

No Post-op

sensitivity

Low film thickness

Cavity adaptation

Bulk fill w/ 3 year clinicals

Radiopaque

Low stress –reduced microleakage

Preferred Handling

Simplified Shading

Radiopaque

Dependable Cure

Smooth surface

One component

Dentsply SironaClass II Solution

Class II Success!Dependable.

Simple.Efficient.

Predictable Tight Contacts

Isolation

Less flash, less finishing

Oops!

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What are the Challenges facing the Dentist for a Class II?

• Isolation from the “hostile environment”

• Abrading the adjacent tooth during preparation

• Getting the band into place

• Sealing the gingival margin with the matrix band

• Sealing the line angles in the box

• Creating the ideal hybrid layer

• Proper light curing 

• Achieving an “ideal contact”

• Adaptation of the material within the box

• Proper finishing and polishing

February 2014

Creating the “Ideal Contact” and Contour?

Nice looking restoration… until you look at the radiograph!

Incidence of damage done to the adjacent tooth during the preparation 

procedure

100%

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• Accurate contacts/contours

Avoid food traps fractures and redos

• Tight marginal seal

less flash 

less required finishing

• Procedure efficiency 

multiple restorations at once

wedgeguard speeds up prep

Palodent Plus – Providing Tangible Solutions

Wedge guard

Performance Components

Protects adjacent tooth and soft tissue during preparation, pre‐expands contact, and metal guard can be removed and wedge left in place for 

subsequent sectional matrix and Palodent Plus ring

Palodent Plus Wedge Guard Why use a Wedge Guard?

The ring can be used to generate separation and facilitate placement of the wedge guard and matrix, and 

creation of tight contact!

Consider this case…

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Another case…

Wedge Guards are not impenetrable!

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Problem and Solution

Matrix Bands…Tofflemire vs. Sectional

Problem & SolutionTofflemire v. Sectional Matrices

Tofflemire System

Fails to restore proximal anatomy

Thin contact at the marginal ridge

Large food trap below

Increased likelihood of fracture, occlusalinterference, recurrent caries and periodontal disease

Sectional Matrices

Operator‐friendly retaining system

Naturally contoured bands

Anatomically correct contacts

Contacts at the height of contour

Contacts so tight you’ll need a hemostat to get the band out!

Palodent Plus Rings Clean Your Rings!

Palodent Plus Matrix

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Palodent Plus Pin Tweezers

Palodent Plus EZ Coat Matrices

‐ Same innovative features and benefits of the Palodent® Plus Matrices

‐ Micro‐thin, non‐stick finish to make matrix removal easier

‐ Greater matrix curvature to improve anatomical accuracy and avoid interference with the ring during placement

Active Wedging – Wood Wedges Passive Wedging – Wave Wedges

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Anatomic flexible “wedge” protects tissue and holds the band tightly against the tooth

Passive Wedging – Wave Wedges

Consider this example…

Pre‐operative view, caries #29‐distal

Pre‐operative view, caries #29‐distal Completed preparation, wedge guard in‐place

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Isolation of the prep with Palodent Plus, placement of Prime & Bond Elect Universal Adhesive The proximal box is filled with Surefil SDR flow

TPH3 is used to restore the occlusal 2mm of the preparation Oblique layers are used to avoid connecting walls, minimizing stress

The preparation has been filled and cured, prior to matrix removal Occlusal reduction and shaping with a fluted composite bur

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Finishing of the restoration with Enhance The completed restoration on tooth #29

What about an MOD restoration?

Consider this MOD example…

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Caries on #30‐mesial Completed prep with wedge guards in‐place

Isolation with rubber dam and Palodent Plus

Completed restoration

One more…

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#4‐MOD & #5‐MO Isolated with Palodent Plus

Final layer of composite light cured Final Restorations

There still may be times we need to use a 

circumferential matrix…

There still may be times we need to use a Tofflemire…

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There still may be times we need to use a Tofflemire…

There still may be times we need to use a Tofflemire…

What about the Garrison System? What about the Garrison System?

Both systems are excellent and can be used to create great 

results…

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Pre‐op Pre‐op

Rubber dam placed Prep isolated using Garrison system

Restored with Scotchbond Universal and Filtek Bulk Fill

Adhesives

Adhesives Market Data

• $121 Million market

• Market is split almost evenly between TE, SE, Univ

• In 2016, adhesive category was +2.5% according to latest data– Total etch ‐3.8%

– Self etch ‐2.4%

– Universal +15.8% 

• New category of Universal Bonding Agents started in early 2011 (Optibond XTR → ScotchbondUniversal → Prime & Bond Elect)

SDM 2016

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• 60% of dentists use 2 or more adhesives

• Dentists are very divided on the impact of etchants and phosphoric acids on sensitivity

• 74% of clinicians will use phosphoric acid with self etch products…..expecting to improve clinical results! 

• If we had to have a rule it would be…… “anterior applications require etching”

“etch enamel whenever you can”

SDM 2012

Adhesive User Information Evolution of Dental Adhesives

• 4th Generation Etch and Rinse Systems 3 Step‐Total Etch

• 5th Generation Total Etch 2 component‐Traditional

• 6th Generation‐ Self Etching  2 Bottle System

• 7th Generation Self Etching  1 Bottle System

• 7½th Generation??? Self‐Adhesive Flowables

Evolution of Dental Adhesives

• 4th Generation Etch and Rinse Systems 3 Step‐Total Etch

• 5th Generation Total Etch 2 component‐Traditional

• 6th Generation‐ Self Etching  2 Bottle System

• 7th Generation Self Etching  1 Bottle System

• Universal Dental Adhesives Total or Self Etch Options

Top Reasons for Post‐Operative Sensitivity

• Over‐etching dentin

• Over‐drying dentin

• Solvents not removed during drying step

• Incomplete material coverage

• Under curing (importance of lights)

• Polymerization shrinkage and stress (SDR)

Smear Layer

The Evolution of Dentin Adhesion Based on Treatment of the “Smear Layer” What is a “Smear Layer”

• Freshly cut surface of dentin created by rotary instruments

• Generally 1 – 5 microns thick, but extends into tubules in the form of amorphous “plugs” – “Biologic Band‐Aid”

• Smear layer components

– Hydroxyapatite crystals

– Partially denatured collagen

• Weakly attached to dentin surface (2‐6 mPa’s)

• Is partly porous, but dramatically reduces fluid flow from the underlying dentin tubules

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Total‐Etching Systems

Proper Total‐Etch Technique

Ambiphilic Primer or Primer/ Adhesive Combination

Smear Layer

Collagen “Noodles” embedded in dentinDentin Odontoblasts Tubule

After 15 Seconds…

Demineralizes hydroxyapatite and exposes collagen fibrils

Condition of Dentin After Preparation

Smear Layer and Demineralized Remnants Rinsed Away – Dentin

Left MOIST

Composite

“Hybrid Layer”

Hybrid Layer

Bonding area between the demineralized dentin… and the composite

Area where there is little to no “mineral” … only resin impregnated collagen

Composite 

Intact Dentin

Over‐DryingDessicating the prep removes the moisture needed to properly suspend the delicate collagen 

fibers.

Over‐DryingDessicating the prep removes the moisture needed to properly suspend the delicate collagen 

fibers.

Effect of Etching Time on Dentin Demineralization

15 sec3-4 µm

30 sec

7-8 µm

Latta, M. Dean of Clinical Research, Creighton University, 2003

What about Enamel? Does it have to be DRY?

Am J Dent 2002; 15: 85‐90

• Our early adhesion training taught us to dessicate enamel –dry until we saw a “frosty” appearance

• This concept was essential prior to the creation of primers when only hydrophobic unfilled resins were available

• When primers followed by adhesive (4th Gen), primer/adhesive combination (5th Gen), or self‐etching systems (6th Gen) are used on enamel, Enamel can be “moist”

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Self‐Etching Systems

Self‐Etching Reaction

Self‐Etch Acidic Monomers – Scrub/agitate 10‐20 seconds

Smear Layer

Smear layer is “solubalized” into the adhesive and acidic monomers demineralize hydroxyapatite while simultaneously filling voids created with resin

Composite

• Etching, demineralization and infiltration of primers all occur simultaneously

• Smear layer and demineralized hydroxyapatitebecome incorporated into the bond

• Reaction is self‐limiting: The pH of the product is neutralized by dentinal Ca+ 

– pH of SEA approximately 2.5

– pH of phosphoric acid is < 1

Self‐Etching Reaction Importance of Air Drying

Evaporating the solvent is critical to maximizing the effectiveness of the 

bonding agent

How difficult is it not to contaminate 

Your working field?

Steady stream of oil‐ and moisture‐free air is applied until “rippling” motion ceases 

Proper Evaporation of Solvents

Clinical Tip:  Try to avoid aiming the air stream directing the into the preparation

Proper Evaporation of Solvents

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3 Distinct Mechanisms of Adhesion

Total‐Etch Self‐Etch

Selective‐EtchConcept has existed for years but 

product robustness has been limiting factor

Viscosity of Etchant Gels

Caulk vs. Bisco Phosphoric Acid Conditioning Gel

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Preparation Classification & Technique

Class I                   Class II                  Class 3                   Class IV               Class V

Amount of available enamel, not the cavity classification is the primary determining factor in selecting application mode for the adhesive:

Total Etch, Self Etch or Selective Etching 

Application of Phosphoric Acid Gel

Traditional application vs. Prime&Bond Elect

Enamel time vs. Dentin Time

How easy is it to selective etch?!? Etch enamel whenever you can!

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The Importance of Light Curing

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Consequences of Improper Light Curing

• Insufficient polymerization adversely affects both physical and chemical properties of the restoration*– Inflammatory response

– Lower bond strengths

– More water sorption

– Weaker properties

– Microleakage

– Sensitivity

– Recurrent decay

*J Esthet Restor Dent 2010;22:86-103.

Light energy delivered lessens as distance of the material from the light tip increases

Light Performance over Distance

2mm

6mm

200

300

400

500

600

700

800

900

7mm 8mm 9mm 10mm

Output (m

W/cm

2)

Irradiance Over Distance 7‐10mm

SmartLite Focus

Radii

Bluephase Style

Demi Plus

Valo (Std Mode)

Elipar S10

SmartLite® Focus loses LESS energy over distance, making it more effective at delivering energy at clinically relevant 

distances than many major competitors

Beam Collimation and Performance Over Distance

Collimated Not Collimated

Light energy delivered lessens as distance of the material from the light tip 

increases

Light Performance over Distance

Curing Meter: Distance from the target makes a difference

There are hot and cold spots within the curing light tip, and they vary with every light.

Distribution of LEDs

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Beam Profile

The effective part of the light beam should be evenly distributed across the face of the light tip to maximize curing effectiveness, and minimize the 

negative impact of operator technique.

Effect of Light Angle on Curing

undercured

Curing Light Tip

Clinical Tips for Light Curing

• Position the patient so you can access the tooth

• Stabilize with finger rests while curing

• Position as close to tooth as possible

• Position at right angle to the tooth/restoration

• Increase curing time for deeper preparations or darker shades

• Air cool or wait in between cycles

• Use orange shields so you can “look at the light”

• Keep light guide tip clean and free of debris

Light Curing Technique

Composite Resin

The Importance of Managing Shrinkage Stress

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Shrinkage vs. Stress

• Shrinkage is the process of volumetric contraction upon curing of the composite 

• Stress is the force that the shrinking composite exerts on the surrounding tooth structure

• Stress = Modulus X Shrinkage

“shrinkage stresses are transferred to the surrounding tooth structure because the elastic modulus of tooth is 

far greater than the restorative material”Materials Research 2010;13(3):381‐384.

To measure Shrinkage… Composite is cured unconstrained

To measure Shrinkage… Composite is cured unconstrained

Silanized Surface

Adhesive

Composite Resin

Tensiometer

To measure Stress… Composite is Always bonded

To measure Stress… Composite is Always bonded

Silanized Surface

Adhesive

Composite Resin

Stress

The resulting force is called Stress!!

Silanized Surface

Adhesive

Composite Resin

Stress

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If the stress is too high :Adhesive fracture may occur!

In extreme cases even tooth fractures!

Schematic representation of the flowable composite increment (1) and wedge‐shaped increments (2‐7) used to build up dentin; two increments (8 and 9) are used to build up enamel using the successive cusp buildup technique. F: Facial 

aspect. L: Lingual aspect.

Surefil SDR flow+ Bulk Fill Flowable

• Low‐stress resin matrix 

• The low stress resin matrix and the moderately filled formulation decrease stress on the bond interface upon curing…

Even in 4mm increments!

• Can be used for bulk base placement in all posterior cavity forms

• MUST be covered with a durable hybrid composite in all stress bearing areas

• Introduced 2016

• Improved wear resistance

• Improved radiopacity (2.2 → 2.6 mm Al)

• Added indications: Class III and V

• No change in handling

Shrinkage Stress ComparisonDepth 

of Cure 

(mm)

Curing 

Time (secs)

Filler (by 

weight)

Filler (by 

volume)

Shrinkage 

(%)

Elastic 

Modulus 

(MPa)

Shrinkage 

Stress 

(mPA)

Fracture 

Toughness 

(MPa*m½)

Surefil SDR 

Flow (Dentsply 

Sirona)

4

20 (Univ)

40

(A1,A2,A3)

68% 45.1% 3.5 6335 1.6 2.18

Filltek Bulk Fill 

(3M ESPE)4

40 

(20 

Universal)

64.5% 42.5% 3.4 4658 1.9 1.78

Venus Bulk 

Flow (Heraeus

– Kulzer)

4 20 65% 38% 3.4 4080 2.0 2.01

X‐tra Base 

(Voco)4

10 

(Universal)

(20‐40 A2)

75% unknown 3.3 9330 2.9 1.44

Revolution Formula 2 (Kerr)

2 20 59% unknown 4.9 4500 3.2 1.38

Sonic‐fil (Kerr) 5 20/40 83.5% unknown 1.6 12900 2.5 unknown

Filtek Supreme 

Ulta Flow (3m 

ESPE)

2 20/40 65% 55% 4.2 6895 3.13 1.45

Esthet‐X Flow 

(Dentsply 

Sirona)

2 20 77% 60% 4.5 5622 3.2 1.5

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SonicFill™ (Kerr)

SDR resin is flowable and self‐levels within a couple of seconds after dispensing.

Flow Characteristics

Doctors report that they are using flowable composites to maximize material adaptation to the internal walls (pulpal) of the cavity preparation and to absorb shrinkage stress…….Concern for adaptation to the pulpal wall of 

preparation but what about adaptation to axial walls?

Flow Characteristics

SureFil SDR flow EsthetX Flow

Doctors report that they are using flowable composites to maximize material adaptation to the internal walls (pulpal) of the cavity preparation and to absorb shrinkage stress…….Concern for adaptation to the pulpal wall of 

preparation but what about adaptation to axial walls?

Radiopacity Radiopacity is important to 

afford the clinician the opportunity to visualize the material radiographically

Radiolucent material is difficult to judge‐voids, open margins, recurrent decay!

** Look for 2.0+mm/al for excellent visualization**

Natural enamel= 2.0mm/alNatural dentin= 1.mm/al

Importance of Radiopacity RadiopacityDepth of Cure (mm) Radiopacity (mm Al)

Surefil SDR Flow+ (Dentsply Sirnona) 4 2.6

Filltek Bulk Fill (3M ESPE) 4 2.18

Venus Bulk Flow (Heraeus – Kulzer) 4 1.5

X‐tra Base (Voco) 4 2.2

Sonic‐fil (Kerr) 5 1.86

Filtek Supreme Ultra Flow   (3M ESPE) 2 1.8

Esthet‐X Flow (Dentsply Sirona) 2 1.5

Dyract Flow (Dentsply Sirona) 2 2.0

Revolution Formula 2 (Kerr) 2 1.0

Grandio Flow (Voco) 2 1.0

Note:  enamel = 2.0 mm Al, dentin = 1.0 mm Al

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Consider this example…

Surefil SDR flow

Pre‐operative radiograph showing needed RCT and restoration of tooth #4

Surefil SDR flow

Two Year Follow‐Up

SDR as cavity „floor sealer“

• SDR being used to seal the cavity floor (liner)

• Dentist decides which final restorations will be placed

• Easy re‐entry for post placement/core build‐up due to transparency of SDR

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Placement Time Comparison

4mm is not a rule!

Modify the amount of the Surefil SDR flowused to provide more opacity from the 

hybrid composite and “mask out” the dark discolored dentin

4mm is not a rule!

Modify the amount of the Surefil SDR flowused to provide more opacity from the 

hybrid composite and “mask out” the dark discolored dentin

Launched February 2013

What matters most?

• In real estate it is all about…

• In dentistry its all about…

HANDLING

LOCATION

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Composite Handling Challenges

• A sticky material will be difficult to manipulate and leave the doctor feeling like the material is not well adapted to the cavity preparation

• Compensate by wiping instruments with alcohol, dipping  in adhesive or lubricant blocks,  using titanium or plastic instruments

• Satisfies handling preferences of dentists– Dual viscosities (LV and HV)

• Simplified shading system– Chameleon effect of material‐shade 

blending– Reduced inventory

• Improved durability of restorations– Excellent stain resistance– High Polish

Which do you like?  Creamy or Packable?

Matching Instrument to Technique

Use existing anatomy to guide material placement

TPH Spectra‐Physical Properties Summary

TPH Spectra – technical data Value Unit

Fracture Toughness 1.69 MPa*m1/2

Flexural Strength (ISO 4049) 137 MPa

Flexural Modulus 9636 MPaCompressive Strength 351 MPaVolumetric Shrinkage 2.6 %Water Sorption (ISO 4049) 11.0 µg/mm3

Water Solubility (ISO 4049) 0.0 µg/mm3

Depth of Cure (A2, ISO 4049) 2.8 mm

Radiopacity (ISO 4049) 2.1 mm AlWork Time (ISO 4049) 68 secondFiller Content (weight / volume)

LV (75.5 / 54.6)HV (77.2 / 57.0)

%

Filler Size (average) pending µm

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Finishing and PolishingThe Importance of 

Finishing and Polishing Composites

• Rough and reflective vs. smooth and shiny

• Adds to the longevity of the restoration

– Plaque and biofilm adherence

– Stain resistance

The Benefits of Enhance Finishers

• Can be used for both intermediate finishing and final finishing

• No damage to natural tooth structure

• Dissipates heat

• Comes in cups, points, and discs

One last case to wrap it all up…

Pre‐op, caries #29‐DO Finished Preparation Rubber Dam Isolation Enamel Etching

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After etching and rinsing Applying P&B elect adhesive Placing Surefil SDR flow Light curing for 20 seconds

Placing TPH Spectra LV (A2) After light curing for 20 seconds Finishing and pre‐polish with Enhance

Finishing and pre‐polish with Enhance Completed restoration on #29

Conclusions

• Despite frequency of directcomposite placement, successful completion of composite resins is tedious and technique sensitive

• Longevity of a direct composite restoration is related to the successful completion of all the steps discussed– Preparation, isolation, adhesion, composite placement, finishing, polishing

• Procedural solutions – using materials designed and intended to be used together to generate optimized clinical outcomes

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