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Appearance. Strength. Durability.

There are plenty of reasons to insist on authentic Essix® Plastics. But is there a better reason than because the material you use is an integral part of your treatment plan?

Dentsply Sirona is a highly-respected name in dental plastics and polymer technology. When it comes to meeting the needs of clinician and patient alike, Essix® Plastics give you the quality you demand and the versatility you need.

Chart indicates primary use.1  Plastics are not made with natural rubber latex or BPA.

Choosing the Right Plastic chart

Essix® PLUS™ Plastic


Primary use: Retainer2 & Bruxism Appliances3

Engineered for performance, Essix® PLUS™ Plastic combines the clarity your patients expect with the durability3 you can stand behind. Essix® PLUS™ Plastic is effortlessly removed from models and trims with ease. Technicians and staff members will love the improved handling! When it comes to meeting the needs of practice and patients alike, Essix® PLUS™ Plastic is the clear choice in retention.

  • Also use for aligners and temporary bridges2
  • Easy to form and trim, excellent wear and impact resistance3
  • Accepts acrylics/bonding agents
  • Clear material has protective film on both sides

Essix ACE® Plastic

Primary use: Aligners & Retainers2

Retention after orthodontic treatment is vital to maintaining a patient’s new smile. Clear retainers made from Essix ACE® Plastic are an esthetically pleasing option for patients who want to avoid wearing a retainer with a visible wire.

  • Also use for temporary anterior bridges2
  • Clear material has protective film on both sides

Essix A+® Plastic

Primary use: Bite Planes2

Bite planes may be used to treat patients with a deep bite. Removable bite plan appliances can easily be fabricated in-office with Essix A+® Plastic.

  • Also use for splints2, nightguards2 (.080” and .120” thicknesses) and snoring appliances4
  • Not recommended for bruxers
  • Accepts acrylics/bonding agents
  • Clear material has blue protective film on both sides

Essix C+® Plastic

Primary use: Aligners & Retainers for Bruxers2

When making retainers and aligners for bruxers, a more flexible plastic provides additional strength to help withstand mastication pressure. Clear retainers made from Essix C+® Plastic are an esthetically pleasing option for bruxers who want to avoid wearing a retainer with a visible wire.

  • Also use for bite planes2
  • Not for use with acrylics/bonding agents
  • Clarity remains after forming appliance

Essix® TRAY RITE® Plastic

Primary use: Whitening Trays

Do you have patients who need to whiten their teeth for an upcoming wedding, or to remove stains? Fabricate a custom-fitted whitening tray right in your office with Essix® TRAY RITE® Plastic5.

  • Clings to the tooth surface
  • Doesn’t stretch like EVA material – helps prevent bleaching material from leaking into mouth
  • No reservoirs needed when fabricated on a vacuum machine

Essix® Dual Laminate

Primary use: TMJ Splints

Essix® Dual Laminate6 has a hard, top surface that withstands mastication pressure while a soft bottom surface provides patient comfort.

  • Also used for nightguards, clenchers, and grinders
  • Dual-sided construction
  • Accepts bonding agents
  • Not recommended for use in a Drufomat

Essix® Nightguard Laminate

Primary use: Bruxism Appliances

Use Essix® Nightguard Laminate6 to fabricate nightguards and bruxism appliances in-office. The single-sided soft material prevents contact with opposing teeth, relieving some of the pressure of grinding and clenching.

  • Also use for orthodontic repositioners and periodontal splints
  • Single-sided construction
  • Soft surface has excellent shape memory and abrasion resistance

Essix® Laminated Sports Mouthguard Material

Primary use: Mouthguards for Contact Sports

Essix® Laminated Sports Mouthguard Material5 comes in an array of color combinations.

  • Two laminated layers of protection
  • An 1/8” plastic insert helps protect the incisal edges of teeth

Downloads

Essix-PLUS-Plastic | Global | multilingual | 2021-05-20 439 kB

Essix® PLUS™ Plastic Instructions for Use

Essix-A+-Plastic | Global | multilingual | 2021-05-20 442 kB

Essix A+® Plastic Instructions for Use

Essix-C+-Plastic | Global | multilingual | 2021-05-20 423 kB

Essix C+® Plastic Instructions for Use

Essix-ACE-Plastic | Global | multilingual | 2021-05-20 466 kB

Essix ACE® Plastic Instructions for Use

Essix-Dual-Laminate-Plastic | Global | multilingual | 2021-05-24 471 kB

Essix® Dual Laminate Instructions for Use

Essix-Laminated-Sports Mouthguard-Material | Global | multilingual | 2021-05-24 376 kB

Essix® Laminated Sports Mouthguard Material Instructions for Use

Essix-TRAY-RITE-Plastic | Global | multilingual | 2021-06 435 kB

Essix Tray Rite® Instructions for Use


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1 Intended uses as cleared through 510(k) K062828 and verified through Design Controls.

2 Sheridan, John J., DDS, MSD. Essix Appliance Technology: Applications, Fabrication and Rationale. 2003. GAC International Inc. Note: Essix Ace, Plus and A+ share chemical characterization profiles.

3 Internal report, Lateral Compression Characterization for Aligner Products, as of 21 Oct. 2019.

4 Yanamoto, Souichi et al. Semi-fixed versus fixed oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea: A randomized crossover pilot study. Journal of Dental Sciences. Aug 2020; 16: p. 404-409.

5 Product is not a medical device in most markets.

6 Medical device material is not CE marked.