- Isolate with cheek retractors
- Polish teeth with fluoride free pumice
- Rinse and dry teeth
- Apply DeTrey® Conditioner 36 for 30 seconds
- Apply suction, rinse and dry
- Apply Prime&Bond active® adhesive and agitate for 20 seconds.
- Air dry for 5 seconds
- Light cure for 10 seconds
Bonded attachments with Ceram.x Spectra® ST universal composite restorative for SureSmile® Clear Aligners
Attachments are small tooth-colored structures that are bonded to teeth using dental composites. They help aligners grip the teeth and guide them to their new locations.
Ceram.x Spectra® ST universal composite is an excellent option to give your clear aligner patients bonded attachments that are durable, look natural and resist staining. For best durability, universal composites are recommended over flowable composites.
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Why Ceram.x Spectra® ST universal composite?
High Strength
Sustain wear from repeated removal and replacement of the aligner
Esthetics
Excellent chameleon effect blends into the surrounding tooth structure
Stain Resistance
Excellent stain resistance to food and beverages that can stain teeth - even red wine
Adaptation
Optimized handling for great adaptation that doesn’t stick to hand instruments to help avoid air pockets
Bonded attachments with Ceram.x Spectra® ST universal composite restorative for SureSmile® Clear Aligners
- Fill the attachment template with Ceram.x Spectra® ST composite.
- Compules® Tips are recommended for precise and easy placement.
- Remove flash prior to bond to reduce chair time.
- The tray filled with composite is placed in patient’s mouth.
- Light pressure should be applied to each composite attachment to ensure adhesion.
- Light cure with SmartLite® Pro Modular LED Curing Light for 10 seconds.
- Make sure light is centered over attachment
- Use a UV or black light to easily identify flash
- Remove flash and create a smooth surface with Enhance® Finishing and Polishing System points.
- Bonded attachments with Ceram.x Spectra® ST composite blend well with surrounding tooth structure.
- To remove attachment, use esthetic trimming and finishing carbide burs.
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