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exhibitors 21Greater New York Dental Meeting — Nov. 28, 2012 By Dr. Laurence Berenholc-Bury n Co-formisaninnovativecomposite product for restoration of complex incisal edges and dental fractures. It is applicable for all kinds of fillings. The pre-formed matrices consist of celluloid, are easily adaptable to the tooth and therefore facilitate a natural-looking restoration. In addition, the matrices are easy to position and easy to remove with- out drag. The matrices come in sets of mesial and distal edges for incisors and canines. They are also available in four sizes and can be used in almost all clinical applications. An easy system for difficult restorations Teeth in need of major restoration are difficult to repair. Moreover, both the patient and the dentist expect dura- bility, a bio-compatible filling as well as a natural color, all achieved during a simple and rapid one-time-only visit to the dentist. The pre-formed celluloid matrices are simple, speedy and uncompli- cated compared with other restora- tion options. Reduction of chairside time The reduction of chairside time for each restoration amounts to five to 10 minutes by employing modern matrix technology combined with light-cured composites. The finishing and polishing phases are also less time-consuming. And finally, the pre- formed matrices are user-friendly. Consequently, instrumentation needs for insertion of the composite material are reduced, too. Advantages and use of celluloid matrices As for conventional dentistry, the cavities are filled by layers. The only difference is that when the last is light-cured, the matrix is pressed against the soft composite, resulting in a natural and healthy surface look of the restored dentistry. The composite is light-cured through the transparent matrix. To counter the loss of light through the pre-formed matrix, the composite is light-cured once again after removal of the matrix. This technique has proven to be advantageousinmanyways.Thecom- posite surface is hard and requires no final polishing, because the surface is as smooth as that of the natural teeth. Anyfinaladaptationisminimalornot needed at all. Improved results with transparent matrices Scientific studies have proven that the hardest composite surfaces can be obtained through transparent matrices and reflecting edges. Other studies have shown in connection with the light-curing processes of metal matrices that obvious seal- ing problems occur. The compos- ite matrix surfaces are 10 times as smooth as surfaces made by conven- tional matrix methods. Editor’s note: This article was first published in Dental Tribune, French edition, July 2011. Edge matrices for celluloid restorations Advanced LED optics solutions for your practice n Here at the GNYDM, DentLight is offering a number of innovative LED optics solutions to help you build and increase revenue, including Fusion, rated by Clinicians Report as one of the best curing lights. In fact, it is so advanced and so much more than just a curing light it is offered as a “dental oral exam” (DOE) system. The Fusion-DOE Kit is available at a specialpriceduringtheGNYDM:$1,797 (regularly $2,500). As Dr. Richard Liu, president of the Plano, Texas-based manufacturer, explained, in addition to its curing functions, Fusion’s high- contrastfluorescenceimagingcanalso be used for oral-cancer screening and its transillumination for caries and lesion detection. Liu said the light has a patented focused beam that allows a composite to cure four times faster than other lights, and its double depth penetra- tion means it is the best light for bulk curing. “This just blows everything else on the market away,” Liu said. “There isn’t anything else like it currently available.” Hesaidthelightaddstoprofitability for the dentist, offers increased mar- ketability potential for new patients, and is particularly effective in detect- ing HPV virus-induced lesions on the back of the throat because of its high fluorescenceimagecontrastandsmall size, which makes access easier. Scott Mahnken, a dental industry consultantwhoworkswithDentLight, said the light means less clutter in the dental office, more efficiency and increased revenue. “FusionoffersthefastestROIofany product I have seen,” Mahnken said. Dr. Howard Glazer of Fort Lee, N.J., said: “When it comes to curing lights, I have long been a fan of the Fusion from Dentlight for its power, ease of use and value for the nominal cost. The Fusion DOE Kit comes with a snap-on head for the Fusion light as well as snap-on filters for your loupes. I am a firm believer in and advocate for oral-cancer prevention through early diagnosis, and the DOE system is a very good way to conduct a fast and non-invasive examination of the oral cavity.” As noted in the recent Clinicians Report, only 50 percent of dental hygi- enists are conducting potentially life- saving oral-cancer screenings. Dr. Gordon Christensen said: “We can do better. We need to observe it earlier! We have the responsibility to observe and question oral lesions. Fluorescence is a viable adjunct to mandatory visual and manual oral cancer screenings because it reveals abnormal cells before they may be noticed visually.” Several other lighting solutions are available from DentLight. The Nano loupe light offers the smallest overall light with focused power and three digital brightness levels. It allows the dentisttoseecariesandhelpsimprove posture and vision. In addition, for proper eye protec- tion, a laser filter converts a regular magnifying loupe into a laser loupe, which Glazer considers a “must-have” product when doing laser procedures. 5 Dr. Richard Liu of DentLight shows off Fusion. (Photo/Robin Goodman, today File Photo) Here at the GNYDM Stop by the DentLight booth, No. 4103, for more information and to take ad- vantage of the show special. Here at the GNYDM For more information on Directa prod- ucts, stop by booth No. 2332, call Directa’s U.S. Sales Manager Frank Cortes at (203) 788-4224, or visit www. directadental.com. 5 Light curing5 Choosing the right matrix (Photos/ Provided by Directa) 5 Applying composite material