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ENDOSEQUENCE BC SEALER™

SINGLE CONE COMING OF AGE

Unlike conventional base/catalyst sealers, BC Sealer utilises the moisture naturally present in the

dentinal tubules to initiate its setting reaction. This highly radiopaque and hydrophilic sealer forms

hydroxyapatite upon setting and chemically bonds to both dentine

and to our bioceramic points (EndoSequence BC Points). BC Sealer is anti-bacterial during setting due to its highly alkaline pH and unlike traditional sealers, BC Sealer exhibits absolutely zero shrinkage.

Never before has an obturation system been able to make these claims.* How does your current system compare?

Biocompatible and Osteogenic Chemical Bond of Sealer to Dentin BC Sealer and Points Your Current System

Chemical Bond of Sealer to Filling Material Cost Effective (Considerably less expensive than carriers) Highly Antibacterial (12+ pH upon setting) Highly Radiopaque Hydrophilic Hydroxyapatite Producing Ideal Working and Setting Time User Friendly (Premixed Syringable Sealer) Zero Shrinkage of Sealer and Filling Material 3-D Bonded Obturation at Room Temperature

*Research and other support materials available at www.BrasselerUSA.com/Bioceramics

EndoSequence BC Sealer / BC Point Interface

EndoSequence BC Sealer /Dentin Interface

Radiograph courtesy of Dr. Gilberto Debelian, DMD, PhD, Adjunct Associate Professor, Dept of Endodontics at Universities of North Carolina and Pennsylvania Micro CT Courtesy of Dr. Adam Lloyd, Chair of Department of Endodontics, UTHSC

HYFLEX REMOVER

PRESS RELEASE Removers leave a lasting impression - Single-file revision system for endodontic treatment proves convincing for dentists in practice test

Following the market launch of its new revision files last year, Swiss dental specialist COLTENE recently launched a test initiative among dentists and endodontic specialists, followed up by a survey on their experience with the Remover for HyFlex and MicroMega file systems. The initial verdict of users is conclusive: in particular, switching from various hand files to a revision with a single NiTi file provides significant benefits in dental practice.

“The removal of insufficient, endodontic restorations has become a standard treatment in practices due to an increase in revision treatment. The new Removers employ the latest technologies such as asymmetrical design, electropolishing as well as thermal treatment to make treatment safe, easy and fast. A look at the responses from the clinicians shows that the benefits were clearly seen in practice: “The new Remover makes gutta-percha removal very easy and fast”, “Perfect harmony between efficient removal and sensitive tactile feedback”, “Respects complex root canal anatomies” and “Makes my ‘endodontic life’ more convenient” were among the dentists’ comments. One endodontic expert concluded as follows: “A single instrument for removing old gutta-percha: the HyFlex Remover fulfills the dream of many dentists”. Fast, reliable, intuitive - participants in test confirm excellent efficacy and faster treatment

As part of a Europe-wide test initiative, dentists and group practices were given the opportunity of trying out the Remover extensively over the past few months. The initial survey results confirmed that more than 80 per cent of the participants regarded the file as demonstrating excellent or good efficiency at removing insufficient obturation material. Almost half of the responders were thus able to perform their work significantly faster than before. The Removers in size 30/.07 are optimally designed for the situation of a previously prepared canal and, due to their intricate shape, adapt to the natural contour of the canal to efficiently loosen the existing dental material. The file removes gutta-percha mechanically from the root canal, thereby eliminating the need for an additional solvent which may be toxic for the patient. At the same time, the surrounding tooth structure benefits from the intelligent file design: a non-cutting tip provides additional safety during preparation. Handling is extremely simple and intuitive, as was confirmed by more than 80 per cent of the responders. More than three quarters were instantly so convinced of the advantages that they would not wish to do without the new file in their practice in the future.

ENDODONTIC SOLUTIONS

ENDODONTIC SOLUTIONS

Product evaluation Remover for HyFlex and MicroMega file systems*

Would you use the Remover for further revision cases in your practice?

How effective was the Remover file for removing the insufficient root canal filling?Product evaluation Remover for HyFlex and MicroMega file systems*

Would you use the Remover for further 77% Yes, in any case revision cases in your practice? How effective was the Remover file for removing the insufficient root canal filling? 38% Good

77% Yes, in any case 38% Good

46% Excellent

*Result online survey Remover trial promotion September - December 2020

46% Excellent

*Result online survey Remover trial promotion September - December 2020

The Remover file is available in 19 and 23 mm. A large number of cases can be treated with 19 mm. The last millimetres can then be cleaned with the matching HyFlex EDM and CM. Here, the Remover The Remover file is available in 19 and 23 mm. A file is fully integrated into these file systems, which large number of cases can be treated with 19 mm. are then also used to perform the subsequent The last millimetres can then be cleaned with the finishing of the missing root canal cleaning. matching HyFlex EDM and CM. Here, the Remover file is fully integrated into these file systems, which Integration into the dental practice are then also used to perform the subsequent finishing of the missing root canal cleaning. On www.coltene.com or one of the innovation leader’s social media channels, interested dentists Integration into the dental practice can currently find out about the latest trends and ideas from the dental world in the comfort of their On www.coltene.com or one of the innovation own homes. This way, even endo beginners will be leader’s social media channels, interested dentists able to achieve competent and efficient preparation can currently find out about the latest trends and after only a short time. ideas from the dental world in the comfort of their own homes. This way, even endo beginners will be able to achieve competent and efficient preparation after only a short time.

APEX LOCATION

AN ENDODONTIST’S PERSPECTIVE

“We’ve always bought and used Morita ZX apex locators and the Dentaport ZX that we are currently using is a number of years old now. Apex locators are manufactured by a lot of different companies and there are many models on the market. I’m sure they’re all good instruments, however, I prefer the Morita apex locators because of their reliability and longstanding track record.” Dr John Barbat, North Shore Endodontic Services, Chatswood, NSW

The History Prior to the early ’90s, electronic apex locators were notoriously unreliable. They used a single current that would often complete the electronic circuit when the file wasn’t at the apex. The Morita ZX system eliminates this electronic variability by using two currents of different wave frequencies simultaneously. The relationship between these two currents changes as the biologic constriction is approached.

The Research There’s a plethora of research into this particular instrument. It’s a favourite of endodontic master’s students to investigate and write their thesis. Most of the research shows that this apex locator is highly accurate to within 0.5 and 1mm of the biologic constriction of the tooth. The Benefits

It improves efficiency, saves time and reduces patient radiation. The locator gives a very accurate length measurement that is confirmed with an X-ray. This means you know where you are before taking the X-ray. Without the locator reading, it’s highly likely that a succession of X-rays would be needed to achieve the same result.

Recommendations

There is a degree of technique sensitivity when using this instrument. Care must be taken that short circuits aren’t created by metal restorations. Irrigants used in canals are electrolytic, so if there is any leakage it can also create false readings. However, any errors are pretty obvious and these can usually be overcome.

DENTAPORT ZX Apex Locator ROOT ZX Mini