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Bonding Agent Corner
Questions and Answers on Bonding Agents
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Bonding Agent Webinars
Dr. John M. Powers discusses the different types of bonding agents, the pros and cons of the available techniques, properties of bonding agents and answers important questions in this two-part webinar.
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7th-generation Bonding Agents
This issue of the THE DENTAL ADVISOR addresses clinically relevant issues with the use of 7th-generation bonding agents, and reports on characteristics, clinical tips, ideal features, and advantages and disadvantages. Sixteen 7th-generation bonding agents are compared. CLICK HERE TO READ THIS ARTICLE
Translating The Science
Bonding 101
John M. Powers, Ph.D., John W. Farah, D.D.S., Ph.D., Lori Brown, D.D.S., Brent Kolb, D.D.S. This article provides basic information in a question and answer format on bonding to tooth structure.
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Translating The Science
7th-generation Bonding Agents
This report describes shear and tensile bond strength tests and compares bond strength data of 7th-generation bonding agents determined from these tests.
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3M ESPE Adper Easy Bond is a 7th-generation, light-cured, self-etch bonding agent. It is recommended for bonding direct composite and compomer restorations, core build-ups, repair of porcelain fractures, dentin desensitization, and cementation of most indirect restorations (when used in conjunction with RelyX ARC). Read more.
BOND FORCE is a single-component (7th-generation), self-etching, fluoride-releasing bonding agent. It requires one application and a light curing time of 10 seconds. BOND FORCE contains Bis-GMA, HEMA, phosphoric acid monomers, and an alcohol solvent. It is supplied in a 5-ml bottle and 20 or 50, 0.1-ml unit-dose capsules. Read more.
Futurabond DC is a dual-cured, self-etching bonding agent (7th-generation) that is reinforced with nano-particles. It is indicated for use with direct light-, dual- or self-cured composite restorations and core build-ups plus cementation of posts and indirect restorations (inlays, crowns and bridges) with light-, dual-, or self-cured resin composite cements. Read more.
go! is a one-component (7th-generation), self-etching, light-cured adhesive for use on dentin and enamel. It contains 7% nano fillers and releases fluoride. It is indicated for direct filling restorations, composite repair of ceramic restorations, sealing exposed root surfaces, cavity sealing, core build-ups, and composite repair. Read more.
OptiBond All-In-One is a 7th-generation bonding agent and is indicated for etching, priming, and bonding of enamel and dentin in a single step for both direct and indirect procedures. The manufacturer recommends the use of Maxcem or NX3 with indirect restorations whenever light accessibility is limited or absent. Read more.
