Nanotechnology brings new category of glass ionomer restoratives

May 10, 2007
Ketac Nano Light-Curing Glass Ionomer Restorative delivers greater wear resistance, esthetics, and polish compared to market leading glass ionomers.

ST. PAUL, Minnesota--With its tradition of glass ionomer innovations and reputation for expertise in nanotechnology, 3M ESPE has introduced Ketac Nano Light-Curing Glass Ionomer Restorative--the first nano-ionomer.

Dentists have long sought after a better-looking glass ionomer product. By introducing a nano-ionomer, 3M ESPE has leveraged its expertise in nanotechnology to take glass ionomers to the next level.

Ketac Nano delivers greater wear resistance, esthetics, and polish compared to market leading glass ionomers--while offering fluoride release similar to conventional and resin-modified glass ionomer restoratives.

As the first-ever paste-paste glass ionomer restorative featuring nanofiller technology, the product can quickly and easily be mixed and dispensed using 3M ESPE's award-winning Clicker Dispenser.

"Ketac Nano light-curing glass ionomer restorative features a solid combination of strength and esthetics; and using our award winning Clicker dispenser means faster, easier mixing and dispensing with accurate, reproducible dosing," said Kevin Reilly, marketing manager, 3M ESPE. "By introducing this product, 3M ESPE continues to expand its line of nanotechnology restoratives that began more than three years ago with the introduction of Filtek Supreme Universal Restorative."

For more information, visit 3M ESPE or call (800) 634-2249.