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GC FujiCEM Automix

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GC America, Inc
800.323.7063 - 708.597.0900
www.gcamerica.com

Consultants' Comments

• “I love this cement.”
• “This is my cement of choice for use with implant crowns.”
• “Cleanup is easy when the excess is removed at the gel stage.”
• “Very convenient to dispense the cement directly into the restoration.”
• “Adjust the ‘stop’ on the dispenser to customize the amount dispensed.”

Description

GC FujiCEM Automix is a radiopaque, fluoride-releasing, resin-modified glass ionomer cement. The auto-mix delivery system with mixing tip allows dispensing of the mixed cement directly into the restoration. Optionally, the cement can be dispensed onto a pad and hand mixed before placement into the restoration. The working time is 2.25 minutes from the start of the mix. Final finishing of the restoration can be done after 4.5 minutes. The cement can be used for cementation of all types of metal-, resin- and zirconia-based inlays/onlays, crowns and bridges, and metal posts. The starter kit contains two, 7.2-ml cartridges of cement; the Paste Pak Dispenser; and 44 mixing tips. Thirty consultants evaluated GC FujiCEM Automix in 520 clinical applications. This product received a 94% clinical rating.

Suggested Retail Cost

• $205.50/starter kit

Product Features

GC FujiCEM Automix cement is the same formulation as the original GC FujiCEM but it includes a mixing tip to allow dispensing of the cement directly into the restoration, eliminating the need for mixing on a pad. Consultants reported that the cartridge loaded easily into the Paste Pak Dispenser and minimal pressure was required to extrude the cement through the mixing tip. The mixed cement has a creamy consistency with an excellent viscosity, but the restoration must be seated with moderate pressure before the cement begins to gel. The auto-mix feature provides sufficient working time since no hand mixing is required, resulting in completely seated restorations. The lack of postoperative sensitivity was rated as very good. Eighty-eight percent of the consultants rated GC FujiCEM Automix equal to or better than the cement they were currently using, 69% would switch to this product, and 88% would recommend it.

Clinical Tip

Remove the mixing tip after use and place the cover on the cartridge. Failure to do so will result in a tip that is difficult to remove.

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