Description:
Zirconomer Improved defines a new class of restorative that promises the strength and durability of Amalgam with the protective benefits of glass ionomer while completely eliminating the hazard of mercury.
This high strength restorative has been specially reinforced with nano-zirconia fillers that not only impart remarkable mechanical properties to the restoration for posterior load bearing areas but also provides enough translucency to match natural tooth.
Combination of outstanding strength, durability and sustained fluoride protection deems it ideal for permanent posterior restoration in patients with high caries incidence as well as cases where strong structural cores and bases are essential.
Indications:
• Class I & II cavities
• Structural base in sandwich restorations
• Core build-up under aesthetic indirect restorations
• Root surfaces where over-dentures rest
• Pediatric and Geriatric restoration
• Long-term temporary replacement for cusps and fractured amalgam restoration
• Suitable for ART techniques
Features and Benefits:
• Reinforced with zirconia nanofillers for a more natural tooth colour and remarkable strength
• Self-adhesive to enamel/dentin
• Exhibits low interfacial stresses for a secure marginal seal and long-lasting restorations
• Sustained high fluoride release and recharge for anti-cariogenic benefits especially in cases with high caries risk
• Packable and condensable like Amalgam without the hazard of mercury or the risk of corrosion, expansion and thermal conductivity
• Greater tolerance to moisture and humidity
• Superior mixing and handling characteristics for an easier application
• Adequate working time with snap-set reaction
• Excellent resistance to abrasion and erosion
• Remarkable radiopacity
• Improved edge strength and marginal adaptation
• High translucency and flexural modulus
• Exceptional for minimally invasive procedures as it chemically bonds to enamel and dentin while displaying tooth-like co-efficient of thermal expansion, which results in low interfacial stresses and minimizes potential for failure.