iBOND Self Etch

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Consultants' Comments

• “Easy to dispense and use.”
• “The red bottle distinguishes iBOND Self Etch from the total-etch version in a green bottle.”
• “Material comes out of bottle quickly.”
• “There was a slight odor.”

Description

iBOND Self Etch is a light-curing, self-etching, one-component bonding agent (7^th-generation) for use in combination with adhesive restorations. Separate conditioning (etching) of the enamel and dentin is not required; however, use of an additional etching gel on the enamel before application of iBOND Self Etch will not have a negative influence on the bond strength. iBOND Self Etch is indicated for bonding of direct light-cured composite restorations, indirect restorations (porcelain and composite inlays, onlays, veneer, crowns) in combination with a light-curing luting cement, and for sealing hypersensitive areas of teeth. Light curing time is 20 seconds. No refrigeration is required after the product is opened for first use. iBOND Self Etch is available in both 4-mL bottles and single-dose delivery. The bottle kit contains one 4-mL bottle of iBOND Self Etch, 50 application tips, mixing well, pictorial card, and manufacturer’s instructions. iBOND Self Etch bottle kit was evaluated by 26 consultants in 648 uses. It received a 96% clinical rating.

Suggested Retail Cost

iBOND® Self Etch Bottle Value Pack                 (3 x 4ml)	$374.89
iBOND® Self Etch Single Dose Value Pack   (100 Single Dose, 100 Application tips)	$366.81

 

Product Features

Consultants reported that iBOND Self Etch was easy to dispense from the plastic bottle and apply to the tooth. The clinical procedure is easy to follow with a minimal number of steps. Most consultants commented that the 20-second curing time is too long for a bonding agent. The viscosity of the adhesive allows complete coating of tooth surfaces without running or pooling, with a low film thickness after air drying. Some consultants and patients noticed a slight odor from the acetone component of the adhesive. Thirty-five percent of consultants reported that the iBOND Self Etch was better than their current bonding agent and 62% reported it was equivalent. Eighty-one percent would switch to iBOND Self Etch and 96% would recommend it.

Clinical Tip

Make sure to scrub the material on the enamel.

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