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SpectraFill
An Exclusive Review is an editors' evaluation. This product has been evaluated by editors of THE DENTAL ADVISOR.
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Editors' evaluation
GlasSpan, Inc.800.280.SPAN - 800.280.7726
www.glasspan.com
Editors' Comments
- "Esthetically, it is as good as some of the best composites I have used.”
- "The translucency is hard to beat.”
- "Shade shift takes some getting used to.”
- "A good, basic composite for most of my restorative needs.”
Description
SpectraFill is a light-cured, nano-microhybrid composite that contains fluoride and is based on a BIS-GMA-resin formula with inorganic filler particles. SpectraFill is indicated for both anterior and posterior Class I, II, III, IV and V restorations and corresponds to Vita shades. The composite should be cured in increments no greater than 2 mm. with a light intensity of at least 1000mW/cm² for 20 seconds. SpectraFill is available in shades B1, A1, A2 and A3. It is sold in quantities of 5 boxes of 20, 0.3-g unidose tips or quantities of 5, 10 or 20, 4.5-g syringes. SpectraFill was evaluated by 20 consultants placing over 500 restorations and received a 91% clinical rating.
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Product Features
SpectraFill is suitable for both anterior and posterior applications. It is easy to handle and packs well into the prepared tooth without sticking to the placement instruments. Consultants noted a shift in shade of the composite during curing. The uncured material is bright and opaque compared to the finished restoration, which rated highly for blending with the tooth and final match to the Vita Shade guide. The ease of final finish and polish was also rated above average. Sixty percent of consultants rated SpectraFill equivalent to or better than their most frequently used light-cured, microhybrid composite, 90% stated they would recommend SpectraFill,and 35% would switch to it.
Clinical Tips
Cure a small increment of composite on the tooth to confirm shade if esthetics are crucial.
Use a patting and spreading motion to sculpt and contour the composite.
GlasSpan, Inc., Composite
Editors' Note:
Additional shades will soon be available.
