Economic efficiency is the basis for the success and satisfaction of dental practices.
practice team and patients. In the course of clinical trials with the new Bulk Flow One from
Kulzer Dental, which is ideal for economical posterior fillings without an additional covering layer.
Dr. Benjamin Kette presents the first of a total of five user cases.
Statement
The introduction of bulkfill materials was intended to speed up and simplify the placement of fillings, particularly in deep cavities (e.g. after endodontic treatment).
Due to the new material properties, composite layers up to 4 mm thick can also be polymerized. However, if we are honest, the bulkfill method was mainly used in teeth that had already undergone root canal treatment.
The advertised time saving was nullified by the lamination of the translucent, grayish filling material, which in particular
The use of Venus Bulk Flow One in esthetically demanding restorations was very limited. For me, Venus Bulk Flow One is comparable to the introduction of Scotchbond (3M Espe). It combines all the desired material properties in one product.
It can be polymerized with increments of up to 4 mm despite its beautiful shade adaptation to the existing tooth structure, does not require a top layer and has a
very pleasant consistency for processing. This allows for precise flowability, but also enables the correct contouring of occlusal surfaces. For sufficient
X-ray opacity is sufficiently ensured with over 250 % Al (% - aluminum equivalent). The possibility of combination with the respective (meth)acrylate based materials already available in the practice
bondings and composites, rounds off the product.
Author: Dr. Benjamin Kette