ST. PAUL, Minnesota--3M ESPE has introduced the RelyX Fiber Post, a strong and durable glass fiber reinforced post partnered with clinically proven RelyX Unicem Self-Adhesive Universal Resin Cement and the innovative RelyX Unicem Aplicap Elongation Tip for an easier technique and long-lasting restorations.
The RelyX Unicem cement "system approach" offers a total cementation solution, ensuring clinical success and satisfaction for dental professionals and patients alike.
Fiber posts boast several advantages over metal posts, including enhanced esthetics and firm retention in combination with adhesive cementation. Fiber posts also eliminate the risk of corrosion that may occur with metal. Clinical research confirms that the elasticity of the RelyX fiber post is similar to human dentin, which means a much lower risk of root fracture due to the "wedge effect." Additionally, the RelyX fiber post exerts greater fatigue resistance than other leading fiber posts.
The RelyX Unicem Aplicap elongation tip, designed to reach into the root canal, makes it easy to apply RelyX Unicem cement from bottom to top, virtually eliminating cement voids that can compromise bond strength. In addition to reliability and ease of use, the RelyX Unicem cement system approach saves time, as RelyX Unicem cement requires no preparatory work such as etching, priming or bonding, and there is no need to prime or silanize the post when using RelyX Unicem cement.
If endodontic retreatment is required, dental professionals can be confident that RelyX fiber posts can be removed easily, without damaging the tooth.
RelyX Unicem cement, when applied with the RelyX Unicem Aplicap elongation tip, optimizes the potential for long-term stability. In a three-year clinical review of 1,250 restorations, RelyX Unicem cement has earned a top "5+" rating and the distinction of "Editor's Choice" from The Dental Advisor, reaffirming a proven record of excellent results and consultants' praise.
Clinical observations reported low incidences of post-operative sensitivity, microleakage and debonding over the three-year period. RelyX Unicem cement is the number one selling cement in the United States.
"What is perceived to be a complicated and labor-intensive process has really been simplified," says Neal Shah, market development supervisor, 3M ESPE. "The RelyX Unicem cement system approach lessens the number of steps in the procedure, thus reducing the margin of error and ensuring quality results."
3M ESPE is the global category leader in cement solutions. RelyX fiber post, RelyX Unicem cement and the RelyX Unicem Aplicap elongation tip are part of the RelyX family of high quality, reliable products designed to meet virtually all cementation needs.
For more information call (800) 634-2249 or visit www.3MESPE.com/relyxfiberpost.
