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Same-day dentistry: Replacement of two PFM crowns with zirconia restorations

Clinical case by Dr. Frank Heldenbergh

 

The advancements in zirconia in contemporary dentistry nowadays allow for a wider range of applications, including in the anterior sector, and for chairside production using dedicated CAD/CAM systems. Even without a cutback, KATANA™ Zirconia Block (STML), combined with CERABIEN™ ZR FC Paste Stain (both Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.), offer an extremely satisfactory aesthetic solution.

 

In the present patient case, the materials were chosen to replace old PFM crowns on the maxillary central incisors. The planned treatment was in accordance with the patient's wishes, and carried out in a single appointment.

 

CASE DESCRIPTION

The patient asked for a replacement of the existing crowns on the two maxillary central incisors (teeth 11 and 21, FDI notation). The porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) restorations had been in place for about thirty years (Figure 1). She desired aesthetic improvements and slight repositioning of these two teeth.

 

TREATMENT PLAN

In agreement with the patient, it was decided to perform the entire procedure in one appointment: removal of the existing crowns, digital impressions, production, and bonding of new restorations. The periodontium was healthy with no bleeding. The only uncertainty was whether the existing crowns were cemented onto inlay-cores or if they were Richmond crowns. A preliminary silicone impression was taken as a precautious measure: in case something unexpected prevented the new crowns from being bonded during the session, it would be easily possible to produce temporary crowns.

 

Fig. 1. Initial clinical situation.

 

TREATMENT

Using a diamond bur followed by a tungsten carbide bur, the existing crowns were removed, revealing that they indeed were Richmond crowns. Because the anatomy of the intra-radicular posts clearly contraindicates an attempt to remove these posts, it was decided to trim the crowns to transform them into inlay cores rather than risk further damage. The corono-peripheral preparations were reworked at the same time. One of the major challenges was related to the necessity of masking the metal of the transformed coronal-radicular reconstructions. Luckily, the space available was sufficient for the production of full zirconia crowns with a significant thickness (Figure 2). The target shade of the crowns was chosen in consultation with the patient (Figure 3).

 

Fig. 2. Situation after removal of the existing restorations.

 

Fig. 3. Shade determination using a shade tab: A2 was the appropriate shade.

 

Subsequently, impressions were taken using and intraoral scanner, the virtual models were checked and the crowns designed, considering the patient's request to have her two incisors slightly retracted (Figures 4 and 5).

 

Fig. 4. Virtual models of the patient’s teeth with the newly designed crowns, revealing the space available for a slight retraction.

 

Fig. 5. Designing of the two crowns.

 

The two crowns were milled from KATANA™ Zirconia Block 14Z A2 (Figure 6). A quick reminder: unlike lithium disilicate, zirconia prosthetic parts cannot be tried in immediately after milling, as they are around 20 percent larger than their final size after sintering. Final sintering was performed within about 18 minutes using the furnace SINTRA CS (ShenPaz Dental Ltd). After this process, the crowns may be tried on to check their fit, shape, shade and optical integration.

 

Fig. 6. Milled crowns in the CAD/CAM blocks.

 

For finishing of the restorations, different options are available. In this case, we decided not to limit ourselves to mechanical polishing of the prosthetic parts, as zirconia does not fluoresce like natural teeth. To add fluorescence as an optical feature, the surface was lightly stained and glazed with CERABIEN™ ZR FC Paste Stain (Figure 7).

 

Fig. 7. Crowns in the furnace after staining and glazing with liquid ceramics.

 

After firing, the two incisor crowns were tried in again using a try-in paste corresponding to the chosen resin cement system (PANAVIA™ V5, Kuraray Noritake Dental). In this way, the final appearance was simulated to validate the shade of the cement. The intaglio surfaces of the crowns were then sandblasted before applying CLEARFIL™ CERAMIC PRIMER PLUS as the restoration primer. The prepared teeth were treated with KATANA™ Cleaner (Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.) to decontaminate the surface from proteins in saliva and possibly blood. Those clean surfaces are ideal for bonding. After thorough rinsing and drying, PANAVIA™ V5 Tooth Primer (containing MDP monomer for bonding with the hydroxyapatite and metal of the preparation) was applied according to the manufacturer’s instructions (Figure 8).

 

Fig. 8. Selected cementation system and try-in.

 

Subsequently, PANAVIA™ V5 Paste was applied into the first crown, which was then seated, followed by tack curing (brief photopolymerization for three to five seconds), excess removal and final light curing from all sides.

 

The procedure was then repeated for the second maxillary central incisor. The result instantly satisfied the patient, both in terms of aesthetics (adaptation, position of the new crowns, mimicry) and the comfort provided (Figures 9 and 10).

 

Fig. 9. Crowns immediately after placement.

 

Fig. 10. Aesthetically pleasing and comfortable result.

 

At a recall after four months, soft tissue conditions were ideal and the patient was happy with the outcome (Figures 11 to 13). The selected zirconia had nice optical properties, masking of the metal posts was successful and the natural surface texture contributed its share to a nice overall picture. The retracted position of the teeth was also perceived positively by the patient, while comfort and function were excellent.

 

DISCUSSION

Although lithium disilicate has so far been considered the material of choice for prosthetic work in the anterior region, zirconia is nowadays proving to be an extremely satisfactory alternative from every point of view: milling, strength, aesthetics, assembly (among other things, no hydrofluoric acid is required for bonding). KATANA™ Zirconia Blocks (STML) with a multi-layered colour structure in a single 4Y-TZP zirconia block, combined with CERABIEN™ ZR FC Paste Stain, offer a remarkable solution. This applies to treatments around the replacement of existing crowns as well as first-line treatments with less invasive preparations (verti-prep) than those required by other types of ceramics.

 

Fig. 11. The patient’s smile at a recall after four months.

 

Fig. 12. Great optical integration.

 

Fig. 13. Natural surface texture contributing to success Control pictures after four months taken by Emmanuel Charleux.

 

Dentist:

FRANK HELDENBERGH

 

Dr. Frank Heldenbergh graduated with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Reims in 1988.Driven by a passion for prosthetics, he pursued further specialization as a Prosthetic Resident at the UFR Odontology of Reims from 1990 to 1992. Dr. Heldenbergh’s dedication to advancing dental practices led him to join the Board of the Academy of Adhesive Dentistry in 1999. His commitment to this field has been unwavering, and he currently serves as the Vice President of A.D.D.A.-R.C.A.

 

Recognized for his expertise in ceramic veneers, inlays and onlays, Dr. Heldenbergh supervised practical work for the Paris Odontological Society from 2000 to 2018, shaping the skills of many aspiring dentists. His influence extended to the A.D.F. Congress, where he supervised practical work on ceramic veneers from 2000 to 2016. In 2017, he was the Head of Practical Work at A.D.F., a role that allowed him to further contribute to the advancement of dental education and practices. In 2018, he was the Head of Practical Work for ceramic veneers at the Paris Odontological Society.

 

Recognizing the importance of technology in modern dentistry, Dr. Heldenbergh pursued a University Degree in CAD/CAM from Toulouse in 2022. This addition to his qualifications highlights his dedication to staying at the forefront of dental innovation.

Plaatsing van een lithiumdisilicaat-kroon

Een gemakkelijke procedure en een betrouwbaar resultaat; dát zien de meeste tandheelkundige praktijkbeoefenaren het liefst als ze een indirecte restauratie plaatsen. Aan de hand van onderstaande klinische casus wordt een gemakkelijk, maar uiterst succesvol klinisch protocol gepresenteerd voor de bevestiging van een lithiumdisilicaat-kroon.

 

Afb. 1.  Lithiumdisilicaat-kroon na het etsen van het intagliooppervlak met hydrofluoridezuur en try-in.

 

Afb. 2a.  Applicatie van KATANA™ Cleaner in de kroon voor volledige verwijdering van contaminanten zoals eiwitten van bloed en speeksel, die afbreuk kunnen doen aan de werking van een composietcementsysteem.

OF Afb. 2b.  Als alternatief wordt KATANA™ Cleaner in een mengbakje geappliceerd.

 

Afb. 3. Aanbrengen van KATANA™ Cleaner op de restauratie.

 

Afb. 4. KATANA™ Cleaner wordt op dezelfde manier aangebracht op de geprepareerde tandstructuur (tien seconden wrijven, gevolgd door spoelen en drogen).

 

Afb. 5. Aanbrengen van PANAVIA™ SA Cement Universal in de gereinigde kroon.

 

Afb. 6. Het cement bevat een uniek silaankoppelmiddel - het LCSi-monomeer - voor een sterke en betrouwbare bevestiging aan lithiumdisilicaat en andere restauratieve materialen zoals glas- en hybridekeramiek.

 

  Het silaan wordt in de mengpunt geactiveerd door Original MDP

 

Afb. 7. Gemakkelijke reiniging na twee tot vijf seconden tack-curing.

 

Afb. 8. De cementovermaat heeft een gelachtige consistentie en wordt in z‘n geheel verwijderd met een sikkelsonde.

 

FINAL SITUATION

 

Afb. 9. Resultaat van de behandeling meteen na plaatsing van de kroon.

 

Dentist:

RICHARD YOUNG DDS

 

MET DANK AAN RICHARD YOUNG,  DDS IN SAN BERNARDINO, CA,  VOOR DE CASUS EN BEELDEN

 

International Marketing Coordinator (32 - 40 uur)

International Marketing Coordinator (32 – 40 uur)

Ben jij een ervaren marketingprofessional met een passie voor communicatie en commerciële projecten? Houd je van het coördineren en uitvoeren van marketingcampagnes en heb je een hands-on mentaliteit? Sluit je dan aan bij ons groeiende team als International Marketing Coordinator!

 

Over Kuraray Noritake Dental

Kuraray Noritake Dental is wereldwijd actief in de tandheelkundige sector, gespecialiseerd in hoogwaardige materialen voor tandartsen en tandtechnici. Met onze innovatieve producten ondersteunen wij tandheelkundige professionals in het bieden van de beste zorg aan hun patiënten. Ons hoofdkantoor is gevestigd in Tokio, Japan, en ons Noord-Europese kantoor in IJmuiden bedient de Benelux, Nordics, Baltische Staten, het Verenigd Koninkrijk en Ierland.

Als dochteronderneming van Kuraray Inc., een multinational met een jaarlijkse omzet van
4 miljard euro, combineren we de voordelen van een grote organisatie met de persoonlijke cultuur van een kleiner bedrijf (ca. 30 FTE).

 

Jouw rol als International Marketing Coordinator

In deze rol ben jij de spil tussen diverse afdelingen en marktpartijen, en zorg je ervoor dat onze merken en producten prominent gepositioneerd worden in de diverse regio’s. Je werkt nauw samen met collega’s van Marketing en Sales en houdt contact met lokale markten door middel van reizen en het bijwonen van beurzen en evenementen.

 

Taken en verantwoordelijkheden:

  • Creatief bijdragen aan marketingactiviteiten en initiëren van projecten ter ondersteuning van sales- en marketingdoelstellingen.
  • Ontwikkelen van lokale communicatie-uitingen en promotiematerialen, en het coördineren van media-inzet.
  • Organiseren en coördineren van evenementen zoals cursussen, beurzen en educatieve events.
  • Samenwerken met de afdeling sales voor marketingactiviteiten gericht op tussenhandelaren.
  • Je helpt mee met het ontwikkelen van relevante content voor geïntegreerde marketingcampagnes, website en social media.
  • Beheren van projectbudgetten en rapporteren aan de Marketing Manager

 

Jouw profiel:

  • HBO werk- en denkniveau.
  • Minimaal enkele jaren ervaring in bijvoorbeeld productmanagement, eventorganisatie, marketingcommunicatie of soortgelijke functies.
  • Creatief en vaardig in het schrijven van overtuigende teksten.
  • Uitstekende beheersing van zowel de Nederlandse als Engelse taal.
  • Zelfstandig, flexibel, en goed in het beheren van meerdere projecten tegelijkertijd.
  • Zowel analytisch als pragmatisch en altijd gericht op het behalen van resultaten.

 

Wat wij bieden:

  • Grote verantwoordelijkheid en ruimte voor eigen initiatieven.
  • Een stabiele en internationale werkomgeving met veel aandacht voor persoonlijke ontwikkeling.
  • Enthousiaste collega's en een comfortabele kantooromgeving.
  • Een uitstekend salaris, aantrekkelijke arbeidsvoorwaarden, een jaarlijkse bonus, en een zakelijke smartphone en laptop.

 

Solliciteren:

Heb je vragen over deze vacature? Neem contact op met Saskia van Daalen - ten Brink, Marketing Manager Benelux, Nordics, Baltics & UK en Ireland.
E-mail saskia.tenbrink@kuraray.com 

Solliciteren door je CV te sturen naar hrbenelux@kuraray.com 

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Flowable injection technique: hoe het beste composietrestauraties te polijsten?

De duurzaamheid van een composietrestauratie is afhankelijk van diverse factoren. Sommige factoren vallen buiten de invloedssfeer van de praktijkbeoefenaar en weer andere zijn sterk patiëntgerelateerd. Zo hebben de tandenborstel, het type tandpasta, de poetstechniek, een dieet, genotmiddelen en hygiënische gewoonten allemaal invloed op de restauratie. Het optimale protocol voor het afwerken en polijsten is echter volledig in handen van de tandheelkundige.

 

Polijsten is bedoeld om de zuurstofinhibitielaag te verwijderen en een glad restauratieoppervlak te realiseren. Een goed gepolijste restauratie absorbeert geen kleurmiddelen uit voedsel, drank of genootsmiddelen die leiden tot verkleuring van de composiet, zodat een langdurig esthetisch effect van de restauratie is gewaarborgd.

 

Het polijsten van de composiet is een proces dat speciale aandacht vraagt en het proces is opgebouwd uit meerdere stappen en principes.

 

  • Met behulp van afwerkschijfjes komt een glad restauratieoppervlak tot stand, wordt de overmaat van composiet verwijderd en de uiteindelijke vorm aan de restauratie gegeven. Bedenk vooral dat er moet worden gewerkt op een bevochtigd oppervlak met een 1:1 tandheelkundig handstuk bij een snelheid van maximaal 5.000 tot 10.000 tpm.

 

  • Polijstrubbers zijn verkrijgbaar in diverse soorten en formaten. Een van de meest universele polijstrubbers, speciaal ontwikkeld voor composiet, is TWIST™ DIA for Composite. Dit is een set van twee polijstrubbers met verschillende niveaus van ruwheid. De eerste (donkerblauw) wordt gebruikt voor inleidend of voorpolijsten; de tweede (lichtblauw) voor de uiteindelijke hoogglans en gladheid. Er wordt op gewezen dat er met deze instrumenten moet worden gewerkt op een droog oppervlak zonder waterkoeling. Het risico van droog werken is dat er warmte wordt gegenereerd en de pulpa dus kan worden geïrriteerd. Daarom moet de werksnelheid worden beperkt tot 5.000 à 10.000 tpm en dient excessieve druk te worden vermeden.

 

  • De volgende stap is het gebruik van een diamantpolijstpasta met een verloop van 1 tot 5 micron. Bij deze pasta wordt het gebruik van een polijstwieltje van geitenhaar aanbevolen. Het borsteltype is niet belangrijk, maar gebruik vooral geen borstel met stugge haren om krassen op de composiet te voorkomen. Dankzij het gebruik van een polijstborsteltje met pasta kunnen er plekken worden bereikt die anders moeilijk bereikbaar zijn, zoals het cervicale gebied en de proximale vlakken. Naast deze stap wordt er nog een schuurstrip met celluloiddiamant gebruikt om de proximale vlakken preciezer te polijsten. Om de contactpunten intact te laten, moeten er zacht schurende (superfijne) strips worden gebruikt.

 

 

  • Nog een stap om de glans van de restauratie te verhogen en deze tegen verkleuring te beschermen, is het gebruik van een aluminiumoxidepasta met een katoenen polijstborsteltje. Het gebruik van zo'n pasta - oorspronkelijk bedoeld voor keramiek - resulteert in een uitzonderlijk glad oppervlak en een hoge gans van het restauratieoppervlak. Deze stap wordt uitgevoerd in een droge omgeving bij een snelheid van maximaal 5.000 tot 10.000 tpm.

Bij alle technieken, dus ook de Flowable Injection Technique, heeft het niveau van polijsten invloed op de duurzaamheid en de optische en esthetische eigenschappen van de restauratie. Er moet dan ook voldoende tijd worden besteed aan deze cruciale stap van de tandrestauratie. Composieten worden gekenmerkt door de verschillende samenstellingen en gehalten van vuldeeltjes, die niet alleen hun eigenschappen beïnvloeden, maar tevens het gemak waarmee ze kunnen worden gepolijst. In sommige gevallen moet de procedure meerdere keren worden herhaald om een 'spiegeleffect' te realiseren. CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES Flow is een hoog gevuld composiet die zich heel gemakkelijk laat polijsten tot een niveau van hoogglans. Met behulp van polijst rubbers, borsteltjes en pasta's kan er een uitzonderlijk esthetisch resultaat worden behaald.

BEFORE

 

AFTER

 

3-YEARS RECALL

 

ZORG VOOR EEN STRALENDE LACH!

 

 

 

Dentist:

MICHAL JACZEWSKI

 

Michał Jaczewski studeerde in 2006 af aan de Wroclaw Medical University en momenteel runt hij zijn eigen praktijk in de Poolse stad Legnica. Hij is gespecialiseerd in minimaal invasieve en digitale tandheelkunde, en is de oprichter van de Biofunctional School of Occlusion. Op deze school is hij docent en organiseert hij workshops die zijn gericht op een allesomvattende behandeling van patiënten.

 

Trauma case: Cementation of a fractured crown fragment

Case by Aleksandra Łyżwińska DMD, Warsaw, Poland

 

Dental injuries can be stressful for patients, parents of pediatric patients, and dentists alike. The following tips offer support in turning the treatment of crown fractures into a simple, quick and predictable procedure. In the case described, we opted for a reattachment of fractured crown fragments.

 

YOUNG PATIENT WITH A FRACTURED CENTRAL INCISOR

A 16-year-old patient presented immediately after an accident. Her maxillary left central incisor was fractured, involving half of the coronal enamel and dentin (Fig. 1). The pulp was not involved, but the fracture line was quite close to the pulp (Fig. 2). After examination and radiographic evaluation, the patient was anesthetized. When placing the rubber dam, it tore between the left central and lateral incisor (Figs. 3 and 4). Due to the patient’s young age and limited willingness to cooperate, the decision was made to proceed without replacing the rubber dam. This was expected to work well in this specific region due to the limited flow of saliva from the palate and a low associated risk of contamination.

 

Fig. 1. Fractured maxillary left central incisor at the day of the accident.

 

Fig. 2. Occlusal view of the maxillary anterior teeth with the pulp of the fractured central incisor shining through.

 

Fig. 3. Rubber dam placed and torn between the left central and lateral incisor.

 

Fig. 4. Occlusal view of the teeth isolated with rubber dam.

 

REMOVAL OF UNSUPPORTED ENAMEL PRISMS

In order to provide for a high-quality bond and natural aesthetics, unsupported enamel prisms should be removed. As the use of burs might be too invasive (removing too much structure) and thus hinder the alignment of crown fragments, air-abrasion with 50 μm alumina particles was the method of choice. To avoid iatrogenic pulp exposure, the deepest part of the affected tooth was protected with a colored flowable composite before sandblasting (Fig. 5). The adjacent teeth were protected using a metal strip (Fig. 6). Several seconds of air abrasion were sufficient to remove the enamel prisms and obtain a homogeneous enamel surface (Fig. 7). Subsequently, the colored flowable composite was removed from the dentin surface and the tooth fragment was treated in the same way.

 

Fig. 5. Preparations for sandblasting: Dentin area near the pulp protected with flowable composite.

 

Fig. 6. Protection of the adjacent teeth with a metal strip.

 

Fig. 7. Homogeneous enamel surface after air abrasion.

 

JOINING OF THE FRAGMENT WITH THE REMAINING TOOTH STRUCTURE

After air-abrasion treatment, the fit of the tooth and the fragment was checked and approved (Fig. 8). To improve retention of the fractured crown portion, it was bonded to a micro applicator using composite resin. Alternatively, prefabricated prosthetic carriers may be used. Then, selective etching of the enamel was performed on the tooth and the fragment (Figs. 9 and 10). During this procedure, the adjacent teeth were protected with a celluloid strip (Fig. 11). To better adapt the strip to the distal surface, a curved wedge was placed interproximally (Fig. 12).

 

The bonding system of choice was CLEARFIL™ SE Bond 2 (Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.). After applying this adhesive to the tooth and the fragment (Fig. 13), a small portion of CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES Flow Super Low (Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.) in the shade A2 was applied to the part of the fragment treated with adhesive.* After careful repositioning of the fragment and while holding it in place with the micro applicator, the composite was light cured.

 

Fig. 8. Perfect fit of the fragment to the tooth.

 

Fig. 9. Selective etching of the enamel on the tooth …

 

Fig. 10. … and the fragment.

 

Fig. 11. Position of the wedge …

 

Fig. 12. … used for better adaptation to the distal surface.

 

Fig. 13. Fragment treated with CLEARFIL™ SE Bond 2 PRIMER and BOND, which were both carefully air-dried, while the Bond was also light cured.

 

Fig. 14. Fragment back in place.

 

Fig. 15. Occlusal view of the teeth with the reattached fragment perfectly fitting the mould.

 

EXCESS REMOVAL AND POLISHING

Excess composite was removed with a scalpel blade and abrasive discs. The entire restoration was then polished using TWIST™ DIA for Composite (Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc., Fig. 16). A nice optical integration was obtained immediately after finishing due to fact that the fragment was stored in water during the waiting time and treatment. As observed with teeth isolated with rubber dam during treatment, teeth undergo dehydration outside the oral cavity. The effect is much stronger in the latter setting, making a fragment become chalky white. By keeping the fragment in water, dehydration is limited to a minimum and it is possible to properly evaluate the aesthetic outcome. This has a positive impact on patient satisfaction. In the present case, the fragment and the tooth structure had a similar appearance, both showing a slightly increased brightness as a result of manipulation under rubber dam or in the air, respectively.

 

Fig. 16. Immediately after polishing, the fragment has almost the same brightness as the tooth thanks to water storage. A slight dehydration effect is visible.

 

TREATMENT OUTCOME

To achieve optimal aesthetics and long-lasting gloss, the composite was repolished one week later (Fig. 17). This was accomplished with a light blue high-shine rubber polisher of the TWIST™ DIA for Composite system, followed by polishing with diamond paste and a goat hair brush.

 

Fig. 17. Treatment outcome after one week.

 

Teeth previously isolated with a rubber dam and the fractured crown fragment had undergone rehydration and returned to their natural colour. The colour adaptation is satisfactory. Harmonious light reflections on the labial surface of the treated tooth a beautiful, natural shine have made the fracture site nearly invisible. In addition to aesthetic value, good therapeutic results were also achieved - the tooth responds appropriately to stimuli and is pain-free.

 

CONCLUSION

The described approach is a valuable treatment option for anterior trauma cases with relatively large fragments that are still available. By reattaching the natural structure, the need for complicated and time-consuming multi-shade layering and free-hand modeling is eliminated, while all the remaining natural tooth structure is saved. Instead of preparing the tooth, a removal of the unsupported enamel prisms and roughening of the surface is absolutely sufficient. Key elements for a great optical integration and long-lasting success are the proper use of a high-performance adhesive as well as the selection of a composite that has the ability to properly blend into its environment and offers a nature-like gloss retention. The selected materials offer precisely these features, so that the great outcome may be expected to last.

 

*CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES Flow Super Low is indicated for cementation purposes. The cementation of tooth fragments, however, is not explicitly mentioned in the instructions for use. The decision to use the product in this context was made by the dental practitioner in charge of the treatment.

 

Dentist:

ALEKSANDRA ŁYŻWIŃSKA DMD

 

Aleksandra Łyżwińska graduated from the Medical University of Warsaw, where she later served as a lecturer and assistant in the Department of Conservative Dentistry with Endodontics. In her daily practice, she focuses on the broad field of adhesive dentistry. She is passionate about minimally invasive techniques and vital pulp therapy. Since 2020, she has been conducting courses in conservative dentistry, collaborating with major training centers in Poland and around the world. She is a key opinion leader for Kuraray Noritake. In her training sessions, she demonstrates that dental caries management doesn‘t have to be boring, and that the bond in the bottle is just as exciting as a spy movie. Instagram users know her as the creator of the educational profile for dentist @aleksandra.lyzwinska.

 

“Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc. is the Apple of the Dental World”

Technical Specialist for Chairside, Volkan Kacmaz, Introduces Himself

 

Volkan Kacmaz not only worked as a dentist in Turkey, but he also managed two clinics and earned a Master of Business Administration in Berlin. His diverse experiences seem to have led him to his current role as a Technical Specialist at Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc., headquartered near Frankfurt. Who is this friendly, smiley, and curious team member, and why did he specifically choose Kuraray?

 

While most dentists continue practicing dentistry throughout their careers, Volkan Kacmaz chose a different path. After graduating in 2011, he established his own dental clinic in Istanbul. A few years later, he served in the military for a year as a military dentist. Afterward, he founded two more franchise clinics, taking on the dual roles of manager and dentist. It was during this time that he realized dentistry wasn’t limited to clinical practice. “I’m eager to learn and have always been curious about how products work, the processes behind them, research and development, and the launch of new innovations,” he explains.

 

INNOVATION

In 2022, Kacmaz became the first dentist to enrol at the Berlin School of Economics and Law, where he learned about marketing, sales, negotiation, and regulations. Upon completing his Master of Business Administration, he made a deliberate decision to join Kuraray Noritake. “Kuraray Noritake's products are of very high quality, both labside and chairside. I already knew this from my experience as a dentist. The company has an excellent and trustworthy reputation among dental professionals,” he says.

 

Kacmaz also admires the innovative nature of the company. “Kuraray Noritake is responsible for some of the most significant innovations in dentistry. Just look at products like PANAVIA™ cement, the original MDP monomer, and multi-layered zirconia discs and blocks. It’s easy to see that Kuraray Noritake is a major force in the dental market. With their commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, you could call them the Apple of the dental world,” he adds.

 

Another aspect Kacmaz appreciates is Kuraray Noritake's product lineup. “The catalog isn't extensive, but it’s highly specialized. The company doesn’t produce just any product, but focuses on the ones it excels at, ensuring top-notch quality.” Lastly, Kacmaz loves the company culture. “It's a very respectful environment. I’ve had some bad experiences with respect in the past,” he says with a laugh, referring to his time in the military. “But at Kuraray Noritake, you can feel the respect for employees, which is very important to me. I’m very happy to be part of the Kuraray Noritake family.”

 

COURAGE

When comparing dentistry in Turkey to Western Europe, Kacmaz doesn’t see significant differences. “The brands, quality, and approaches are all the same.” However, he has noticed one small distinction: German dentists aren’t as enthusiastic about digital dentistry as their Turkish counterparts.

 

Kacmaz draws on all his previous experiences and knowledge in his role as part of the scientific marketing team. His responsibilities include finding scientific support for marketing initiatives. He collaborates with lecturers and dentists to manage research studies using Kuraray Noritake products, works to update measurements in response to market dynamics, and evaluates new products.

 

His goal? “To become an authority in the dental world,” he says with a smile. It may sound like an ambitious goal, but Kacmaz has learned to dream big. “The biggest decision of my life was leaving my comfort zone and moving to a country where I didn’t speak the language. But I believe it’s a courage you have to show. If you don’t, your dreams and plans will fade, and you’ll miss out on everything.”

 

LEARNING NEW THINGS

Moving to Germany, which Kacmaz describes as "the epicentre of the dental market," hasn’t always been easy. Coming from a Mediterranean culture, he was used to a more communal and lively environment. In Germany, he noticed that shops close early, and people value their privacy. Another challenge has been the language. While he prefers English, he says, “ein bisschen Deutsch, nicht so gut.”  Fortunately, Kuraray Noritake provides him with German lessons, and he has the best teacher at home—his three-year-old daughter, who learns the language faster than he does and sometimes corrects him.

 

Despite the challenges, all the adapting and hard work have been worth it. “I’ve realized that there are no limits to learning. Whether you’re in your 40s, 50s, or even 60s, there’s always something new to discover. You just have to be open to it.”

 

 

CONTACT

Volkan Kacmaz can be reached at +49 69 305 35134 or via volkan.kacmaz@kuraray.com.

 

ABOUT KURARAY NORITAKE DENTAL INC.

Kuraray was founded in 1926 in Kurashiki, Japan. Today, it is a leading global manufacturer of medical products, materials, textiles, chemicals, resins, and more. In 2012, Kuraray Medical and Noritake Dental Supply merged to form Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc. The company continues to deliver reliable dental bonding agents, ceramics, and other products to over 90 countries worldwide. Well-known products include the KATANA™ Zirconia range, CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick, and PANAVIA™ resin cements.

 

Universal White: For all patients asking for a bleached effect

Case by Dr. Jusuf Lukarcanin

 

For all cases that require a particularly bright tooth shade – e.g. children or patients with bleached teeth / asking for a bleached effect in their restorations – CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES-2 Universal in the shade UW is likely to be the first choice. The young patient aged 28 shown below asked for diastema closure including shape and shade correction: She wanted to have a brighter, more beautiful smile.

 

Fig. 1. Initial clinical situation.

 

Fig. 2. Shape and shade correction were desired in this case.

 

Fig. 3. Treatment outcome …

 

Fig. 4. … leading to the beautiful smile the patient desired.

 

Reasons for selecting universal white:

- Cases requiring a particularly high brightness or value

- Restorations in deciduous teeth

- Restorations in bleached teeth

 

Universal white properties:

- Well-balanced translucency

- High light-scattering effect

 

CONCLUSION

One universal composite, four shades: In the case of CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES-2 Universal, this portfolio is absolutely sufficient for single-shade restorations even in the aesthetically demanding anterior region. Properties such as a nice blend-in effect, a great polishability and gloss retention over time support dental practitioners in creating beautiful restorations. As shade determination may be based on very few criteria instead of a complex shade guide, the whole restoration procedure becomes less stressful and more efficient. Furthermore, with only four shades to stock and usually no blocker needed, the number of materials on stock is reduced, leading to facilitations in stock management as well.

Dentist:

JUSUF LUKARCANIN

 

Dr. Jusuf Lukarcanin is a Certified Dental Technician (DCT) and a Doctor of Dental Science (DDS). He studied dentistry at the Ege University Dental Faculty in Izmir, Turkey, where he obtained a Master‘s degree in 2011. In 2017, he received a Ph.D. degree from the Department of Restorative Dentistry of the same university. Between 2012 and 2019, Dr. Lukarcanin was the head doctor and general manager at a private clinic in Izmir.

 

Between 2019 and 2020, he worked at Tinaztepe GALEN Hospital as a Restorative Dentistry specialist, between 2020-2022 he worked at MEDICANA International Hospital Izmir as a Restorative Dentistry specialist. Currently he is an owner of a private clinic for aesthetics and cosmetics in Izmir.

 

Bonding in minimally invasive repair procedures: tips and tricks

Article by Dr. Michał Jaczewski

 

Resin composites are wonderful restorative materials: They allow for minimally invasive, defect oriented tooth preparation, may be modelled as desired, and can be modified and repaired whenever necessary. To achieve all of this, however, a strong and long-lasting bond is an absolute requirement. The bond needs to be established either between enamel and dentin on one side and the resin composite on the other, or between the existing and the newly applied composite material.

 

UNIVERSAL ADHESIVE

Committed to keeping clinical procedures as simple as possible, I use an 8th-generation bonding agent – CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick (Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.) in my dental office. Containing Rapid Bond Technology, it allows for a particularly easy and straightforward use without the need for extensive rubbing or long waiting times. At the same time, it bonds well to various substrates including enamel, dentin and resin composite as it contains the original MDP monomer.

 

Its composition and resulting versatility make CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick the first choice for many indications including non- to minimally-invasive repair procedures. As it works extraordinarily well in situations where we want to bond to dentin, enamel or old composite (Fig.1), it is usually not necessary to remove the whole existing restoration that needs to be repaired or modified. Instead, preparation may be limited to the composite part, so that no additional tooth structure needs to be removed.

 

Fig. 1. CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick establishes a strong bond to dentin, enamel or old composite.

 

CLINICAL PROTOCOL

Depending on the condition of the existing restoration surface, the repair protocol may be slightly different. The basic steps are as follows:

 

PROTOCOL 1: OXYGEN INHIBITION LAYER STILL ON THE SURFACE

- No surface treatment required, rinse with water in case of contamination with blood or saliva, followed by air-drying and (optionally) adhesive application

- Apply new layer of composite immediately

 

PROTOCOL 2: OXYGEN INHIBITION LAYER ALREADY REMOVED FROM THE COMPOSITE SURFACE

- Remove the composite around the defect and create a bevel at the cavity margin with rotating instruments

- Sandblast the surface with aluminium oxide particles

- Fresh composite surface: Clean the surface with KATANA™ Cleaner (Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.) or etch with phosphoric acid etchant

- Composite surface older than two weeks: Etch with phosphoric acid etchant

- Apply the universal adhesive (which contains silane)

- Apply a new layer of composite

 

CLINICAL RECOMMENDATIONS

1. STAY IN THE COMPOSITE DURING PREPARATION

When an old composite restoration needs to be replaced – e.g. because the existing restoration shows discolouration or the patient asks for a brighter shade – it is possible to remove only a part of the composite and leave the rest in place to save the underlying healthy tooth structure. Accurate control over the amount of material removed and the amount of material left in place is offered by the use of UV light. Under UV light, the composite is perfectly visible (Fig. 2). Hence, a highly conservative structure removal is supported (Fig. 3).

 

Fig. 2. Controlling structure removal with UV light, which nicely reveals the old composite.

 

Fig. 3. Tooth preparation with rotating instruments.

 

2. INCREASE ADHESION BY SANDBLASTING

Creating a clean, micro-retentive composite surface ideal for bonding: This is the aim of sandblasting the affected composite area with aluminium oxide particles (Fig. 4). The particle size I prefer is 27 μm. Residual particles, may be removed with 37% orthophosphoric acid, which needs to be rinsed off thoroughly before air-drying the surface (Figs. 5a and 5b).

 

Fig. 4. Air-abrasion with 27 μm aluminium oxide particles.

 

Fig. 5a. Phosphoric acid etching. Adjacent teeth are protected with PTFE tape.

 

Fig. 5b. Thorough rinsing to remove the etchant from the surface.

 

3. USE A UNIVERSAL ADHESIVE THAT CONTAINS SILANE

When bonding to old composite, silanisation of the surface is recommended to increase the bond strength. On dentin, a separate silane shows no positive effect. Hence, it is recommended to apply a separate silane to the composite surface only, a challenging task in situations with a surface consisting of tooth structure and composite. As CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick contains silane, the separate silane application step may be skipped, which clearly simplifies the procedure (Figs. 6a and 6b).

 

Fig. 6a. Application of CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick to the prepared surface.

 

Fig. 6b. Solvent evaporation with a gentle stream of air.

 

4. IF IN DOUBT, USE A UNIVERSAL ADHESIVE DURING REPAIR PROCEDURES

Whenever detected during restoration, defects in the composite layer or air bubbles can be repaired or eliminated right away. As long as the oxygen inhibition layer is still present, another layer of composite may be applied immediately without any prior steps. However, if the surface has been contaminated by saliva or blood (Figs. 7a and 7b) or it is unclear whether we are bonding to dentin, enamel or composite, CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick may be applied (Fig. 8). On top, a new layer of composite is placed to restore the defect (Fig. 9).

 

Fig. 7a. Composite surface with a defect near the margin with blood contaminating the affected area.

 

Fig. 7b. Composite surface with a defect near the margin after thorough rinsing and drying.

 

Fig. 8. Application of the universal adhesive.

 

Fig. 9. Application of composite material to restore the defect.

 

5. IF AVAILABLE, PLACE A SILICONE INDEX TO SIMPLIFY ANATOMICAL SHAPING

If the defect is small, it is possible to apply the flowable composite directly and remove the excesses (Fig. 10). The obtaining of a natural shape and smooth transition between old and new composite, however, is simplified by the use of a silicone index or matrix (Fig. 11), which might still be present from the original restoration procedure. A possible outcome of this type of repair is shown in Figure 12; both images were taken prior to finishing and polishing.

 

Fig. 10. Flowable composite spreading and excess removal.

 

Fig. 11. Silicone index placed over the teeth including the tooth with the defect.

 

Fig. 12. Outcome of the flowable injection procedure.

 

CONCLUSION

Elimination of bubbles or defects in a freshly created restoration, changes in the colour of an existing filling or a shape correction due to wear processes: Modifying composite restorations can be easy – provided that appropriate materials and techniques are used. One of the key elements on the path to success is the selection of a suitable adhesive system, preferably a universal single-bottle adhesive like CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick, which allows for streamlined procedures and supports excellent outcomes. By respecting the provided tips, it is possible to create the desired outcomes in a minimally invasive, straightforward way, laying the foundation for long-lasting aesthetics and function.

 

Dentist:

MICHAŁ JACZEWSKI

 

Michał Jaczewski graduated from Wroclaw Medical University in 2006 and today runs his private practice in the city of Legnica, Poland. He specializes in minimally invasive dentistry and digital dentistry and is the founder of the Biofunctional School of Occlusion. Here he lectures and runs workshops with focus on full comprehensive patient treatments.

 

Don't take your work with you

Leaving work at work, unplugging your mind from the dental office is not rocket science - provided that high-quality dental materials are used. Ideally, they are well-adapted to operator, case, and patient-specific needs. When it comes to restoring cavities with composite, Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc. has got the right products for any dental professional.

 

The CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES family of dental composites is composed of different product lines designed to meet specific needs. Altogether, the line-up offers a solution for every technique and handling preference, clinical situation and patient requirement.

 

UNIVERSAL SOLUTION FOR UTMOST SIMPLICITY

 

When utmost simplicity is desired, a highly innovative universal solution such as CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES-2 Universal is an excellent choice. This paste-type composite system includes only four shades: Universal, Universal Light, Universal Dark, and Universal White.

 

The Universal shade has the highest translucency and is, therefore, most suitable in cases where several cavity walls are still present, such as in Class I or II cavities and the cervical area. In cavities where light easily passes through, the lower-translucency variants Universal Light (for teeth with shades up to A3) and Universal Dark (for teeth darker than A3) are the best options. Universal White is the go-to solution for young patients and whitened teeth. Consequently, there is usually no need for a shade guide, and the optical properties allow application without an opaquer or blocker in most of cases. Both features greatly simplify the clinical procedure.

 

CLASSIC AND PREMIUM OPTIONS FOR SINGLE- AND DUAL-SHADE LAYERING

Clinicians who prefer classical single-shade layering according to a shade guide and a greater number of shades available may prefer CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES-2 Classic. With a line-up of 18 shades, it supports straightforward procedures and leads to aesthetic results.

 

Whenever the aesthetic needs are very high, such as in the context of restoring a large cavity in the aesthetic anterior region, CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES-2 Premium may be the best option. Designed for simplified multi-shade layering, it comes with fixed shade combinations of dentin and enamel opacity, that greatly support predictable outcomes.

 

 

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

All the CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES paste-type composite systems offer a well-balanced viscosity and excellent mechanical properties, including

  • a high flexural strength of 118 MPa
  • a filler load of 78 wt%
  • a compressive strength of 347 MPa
  • a low volumetric shrinkage of 1.9 %
  • a curing depth of 2.0 mm and
  • a long working time under ambient light of 4.5 minutes

VERSATILITY POWERHOUSE IN THREE VISCOSITIES>

A flowable composite completes the portfolio. As the ideal level of viscosity depends on individual preferences and on the specific indication, CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES Flow comes in three different flowabilities: high, low and super low.

 

 

They have:

  • a high flexural strength of 145, 151 and 152 MPa, respectively
  • a filler load of 71, 75 and 78 wt%, respectively
  • a compressive strength of 358, 373 and 374 MPa, respectively and
  • a working time under ambient light of 100 seconds.

In addition, they are well-received for their easy application, fast polishing and high polish retention. All these features make the product a true versatility powerhouse. Moreover, it is offered in an innovative syringe designed for bubble-free application of the desired amount of composite and easy modelling.

 

THE IDEAL PORTFOLIO FOR PEACE OF MIND

The CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES portfolio offers highly suitable products for many clinical situations, demands and treatment techniques. As they support predictable outcomes and long-lasting success, using them gives dental practitioners the peace of mind needed to leave work at work and truly enjoy their free time—in the evening at home, on weekends or on holiday.

 

 

For more information about Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.’s composite solutions visit the website.

 

Universal adhesive in the context of different repair procedures

Article by Dr. Michał Jaczewski

 

When working with composite, one of the most important aspects is to understand the mechanisms of adhesion. Choosing the right composite is one thing, but choosing a suitable bonding system and using it correctly is an equally important aspect affecting the long-term performance of a direct restoration.

 

There are many bonding products on the market - two-bottle (primer and bond) but also single-bottle systems. For anyone trying to select an ideal adhesive for a specific clinical case, the sheer number of available products can be challenging. The temptation to use them all, in slightly different ways, has the potential to create errors. In my dental practice, I am committed to simplifying procedures.

 

This is why I started looking for a bonding system that would offer a sense of security in terms of adhesion, but also ease of use in different clinical situations. I have opted for the 8th-generation bonding agent with the desired features - CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick (Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.). The single-bottle universal adhesive is ideal for a broad variety of bonding procedures carried out in the dental office.

 

IMPRESSIVE FEATURES

CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick can be used in the total-etch as well as the selective enamel etching technique in combination with an etching gel such as K-ETCHANT Syringe (Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.). It is also a self-etching adhesive. Used in combination with the dual-cure build-up material CLEARFIL™ DC CORE PLUS or the dual-cure universal resin cement PANAVIA™ SA Cement Universal (both Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.), it is also an ideal choice for cementation in the root canal and for cementing inlays or crowns made of a variety of different restorative materials – from metal to zirconia or lithium disilicate. Efficient clinical procedures are supported by the incorporated Rapid Bond Technology, which eliminates the need for extensive rubbing or waiting for the adhesive to penetrate the substrate and the solvent to evaporate. Among the key components of this technology are hydrophilic amide monomers, which allow the adhesive solution to penetrate moist dentin extraordinarily quickly, while also having a high curing ability. In addition, the original MDP monomer is included in the formulation. Together with the amide monomers, it provides for a high bond strength to enamel and dentin – achievable in a simple procedure of application, air-drying and light-curing.

 

The described properties turn CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick into one of the most versatile and easy-to-use adhesive bonding solutions in the dental office. Operator sensitivity is low, as is its technique sensitivity, since the three-step procedure is always the same. The following case examples illustrate its use in the context of different repair procedures.

 

REPAIR OF COMPOSITE RESTORATIONS

One of the major benefits of using composite as a restorative material lies in the fact that it may be modified and repaired at any time. Regardless of whether an air bubble is detected on the surface, the shade needs to be adjusted, a fracture occurs or materials need to be added as a result of wear, modification or repair is easily accomplished without needing to sacrifice additional amounts of healthy tooth structure. Whenever a silicone index has been produced for the initial treatment and is still available, and the user knows which composite has been utilized for the original restoration, the Flowable Injection Technique may be selected as a particularly easy and efficient way of repairing a restoration. However the recommended protocol is slightly different depending on the state of the restoration surface.

 

CASE EXAMPLE 1: IMMEDIATE REPAIR PROCEDURE

When a restoration has been damaged or an air bubble has appeared during injection of a flowable composite, the procedure is slightly different. In this case, the oxygen inhibition layer is usually still present on the surface of the restoration. Therefore, it is possible to simply apply an additional portion of composite (Figs. 1a to 1d). Even after contamination of the composite surface with water, saliva or blood, this measure is possible. The surface merely needs to be rinsed thoroughly and dried before applying the new portion of composite. For maximum safety, a universal adhesive may be used as well.

 

Fig. 1a. Repair procedure applicable for defect within a composite restoration whenever the oxygen inhibition layer has not yet been removed: Air bubble detected in the interproximal region.

 

Fig. 1b. Application of a new portion of composite after rinsing and drying. The adjacent surface is protected with PTFE tape.

 

Fig. 1c. Repositioned silicone index used to give the restoration the originally planned shape.

 

Fig. 1d. Final restoration.

 

CASE EXAMPLE 2: REPAIR PROCEDURE AFTER POLISHING

If a similar defect is detected during finishing and polishing, i.e. when the oxygen inhibition layer has already been removed (Fig. 2), a roughening of the surface is strictly necessary. With a bevelled preparation of the area with the air bubble, optimal conditions are created for another layer of composite that blends in well with the surrounding material (Fig. 3). After bevelling, the surface needs to be sandblasted and cleaned either with KATANA™ Cleaner (Kuraray Noritake Dental Inc.) (Fig. 4a) or with 37 % orthophosphoric acid (Fig. 4b). After thorough rinsing and drying, an additional portion of composite may be applied to the surface (Figs. 5a to 5c). As the defect is small, the composite may be applied instead of injected and the silicone index repositioned afterwards.

 

Fig. 2. Void on the surface, detected during finishing.

 

Fig. 3.  Removed void and bevelled area around the defect.

 

Fig. 4a. Option 1: Cleaning of the surface with KATANA™ Cleaner.

 

Fig. 4b. Option 2: Etching with K-ETCHANT Syringe.

 

Fig. 5a. Application of composite (CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES Flow Low).

 

Fig. 5b. Repositioning of the original silicone index to obtain the desired shape.

 

Fig. 5c. Final restoration with a nice blend-in of the different layers of composite.

 

CASE EXAMPLE 3: REPAIR PROCEDURE AFTER TWO OR MORE WEEKS

For damaged restorations which have been in place for more than two weeks, an ideal composite-composite interface needs to be created by bevelling and roughening of the surface. A perfect example is presented in Figure 6. The most important step influencing the success of the procedure is proper preparation of the composite surface. To lay the foundation for a strong bond between the new and the old composite as well as for aesthetic outcomes, a bevel needs to be created (Figs 7a and 7b) to facilitate a smooth transition between the two layers. Once the bevel is completed, the surface should be sandblasted with alumina particles sized 27 μm (Fig. 8). The following recommended steps are etching of the composite with 37 % orthophosphoric acid (Fig. 9) and finally application of CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick (Fig. 10). As the universal adhesive contains a silane coupling agent, separate silane application is not necessary. Instead, the new layer of composite may be applied immediately e.g. using the flowable injection technique with an existing matrix (Fig. 11).

 

Fig. 6. Fractured anterior composite restoration benefitting hugely from repair – the remaining composite is in a great state regarding colour and shape.

 

Fig. 7a.  Bevelling with dedicated instruments.

 

Fig. 7b.  Ideal bevel created to provide for a strong bond and great optical blend-in.

 

Fig. 8. Sandblasting of the surface with alumina particles.

 

Fig. 9.  Phosphoric acid etching.

 

Fig. 10. Application of the universal adhesive.

 

Fig. 11. Composite applied using the flowable injection technique.

 

Fig. 12. Treatment outcome.

 

CONCLUSION

The three described repair protocols are straightforward and work well – provided that a strong bond is established at the composite-composite interface. The way it is established may be slightly different depending on whether the oxygen inhibition layer is still present or has already been removed. Using a universal adhesive like CLEARFIL™ Universal Bond Quick, the procedure is simplified owing to elimination of steps such as the separate application of silane.

 

Dentist:

MICHAŁ JACZEWSKI

 

Michał Jaczewski graduated from Wroclaw Medical University in 2006 and today runs his private practice in the city of Legnica, Poland. He specializes in minimally invasive dentistry and digital dentistry and is the founder of the Biofunctional School of Occlusion. Here he lectures and runs workshops with focus on full comprehensive patient treatments.

 

Plaatsing van een lithiumdisilicaat-kroon

Een gemakkelijke procedure en een betrouwbaar resultaat; dát zien de meeste tandheelkundige praktijkbeoefenaren het liefst als ze een indirecte restauratie plaatsen. Aan de hand van onderstaande klinische casus wordt een gemakkelijk, maar uiterst succesvol klinisch protocol gepresenteerd voor de bevestiging van een lithiumdisilicaat-kroon.

 

Afb. 1.  Lithiumdisilicaat-kroon na het etsen van het intagliooppervlak met hydrofluoridezuur en try-in.

 

Afb. 2a.  Applicatie van KATANA™ Cleaner in de kroon voor volledige verwijdering van contaminanten zoals eiwitten van bloed en speeksel, die afbreuk kunnen doen aan de werking van een composietcementsysteem.

OF Afb. 2b.  Als alternatief wordt KATANA™ Cleaner in een mengbakje geappliceerd.

 

Afb. 3. Aanbrengen van KATANA™ Cleaner op de restauratie.

 

Afb. 4. KATANA™ Cleaner wordt op dezelfde manier aangebracht op de geprepareerde tandstructuur (tien seconden wrijven, gevolgd door spoelen en drogen).

 

Afb. 5. Aanbrengen van PANAVIA™ SA Cement Universal in de gereinigde kroon.

 

Afb. 6. Het cement bevat een uniek silaankoppelmiddel - het LCSi-monomeer - voor een sterke en betrouwbare bevestiging aan lithiumdisilicaat en andere restauratieve materialen zoals glas- en hybridekeramiek.

 

  Het silaan wordt in de mengpunt geactiveerd door Original MDP

 

Afb. 7. Gemakkelijke reiniging na twee tot vijf seconden tack-curing.

 

Afb. 8. De cementovermaat heeft een gelachtige consistentie en wordt in z‘n geheel verwijderd met een sikkelsonde.

 

FINAL SITUATION

 

Afb. 9. Resultaat van de behandeling meteen na plaatsing van de kroon.

 

Dentist:

RICHARD YOUNG DDS

 

MET DANK AAN RICHARD YOUNG,  DDS IN SAN BERNARDINO, CA,  VOOR DE CASUS EN BEELDEN