What is ketac used for?

Ketac Fil Plus filling material is a conventional glass ionomer that helps you achieve virtually invisible anterior restorations. There are eight shades to choose from, making it easy to match natural tooth color.

Is ketac light cured?

Ketac™ Nano Light-Curing Glass Ionomer Restorative is a light curable, esthetic and radiopaque (ISO standard 9917-2 equivalent 2.6 mm of aluminum), two part paste/paste, resin modified glass ionomer restorative and primer system.

What is ketac molar?

Ketac Molar by 3M ESPE is a glass ionomer restorative material used in restorative dentistry. They provide excellent results with little effort for many indications. The excellent mechanical properties make it a suitable restorative material for posterior teeth. They can be used as bulk fill restoratives.

What is ketac Nano?

Ketac Nano resin-modified glass ionomer restorative consists of a two-part paste/paste system, utilizing bonded nanoparticle technology, packaged in both the revolutionary, direct-delivery, unit dose Quick Mix Capsule and the Clicker™ Dispenser.

How do you mix ketac?

Dispense 2 drops liquid. Add powder to liquid in one portion and mix. When properly mixed, material should stretch 1/2″ from pad or slab. Place a thin, even layer of cement on inner surface of restoration.

How do you use ketac cement?

  1. Remove provisional restoration.
  2. P-4. KETAC-CEM® APLICAP®/MAXICAP® TECHNIQUE.
  3. Thoroughly clean preparation with water.
  4. Place a thin, even layer of cement on inner surface of restoration.
  5. Gently dry preparation.
  6. Seat the restoration without pressure.
  7. Dry the restoration with air.
  8. Remove excess.

Is Fuji 9 light cured?

About. Fuji® IX GP is one of the world’s leading glass ionomer restoratives. A conventional, self-curing glass ionomer, it is easy to pack and contour in the cavity and works splendidly in posterior Class I, II, and V restorations. It is also ideal for core build-up or as a base.

What is GIC in dental?

Glass ionomer cements (GICs) are clinically attractive dental materials that have certain unique properties that make them useful as restorative and luting materials.

What is the mixing time for glass ionomer cement?

Mix the cement. Carefully shake the liquid and dispense one drop. Mix the two by gently folding the powder into the liquid; mixing should take up to 15 seconds.

What is the difference between Fuji 2 and Fuji 9?

GC Fuji IX™ GP EXTRA offers everything that GC Fuji IX GP and GC Fuji IX GP Fast does with faster set time, better esthetics and 6 times more fluoride release. GC Fuji II™ LC (Light Cured) is a triple cured resin-reinforced glass ionomer restorative.

How long does Fuji 9 take to set?

The working time for GC Fuji IX GP EXTRA is 1.25 minutes from the start of the mix. Finishing can begin approximately 2.5 minutes after the start of mixing. It is recommended that GC Fuji Coat LC be placed immediately after placement and then again after finishing and polishing.

What are the disadvantages of glass ionomer?

Glass Ionomer Filling Disadvantages

  • The material is a lot weaker than other filling materials and is prone to quick wear and tear.
  • Although the colour is close, it is not a perfect match to your original tooth colour.
  • It takes a long time to complete Glass Ionomer, treatment as each layer has to be bonded individually.