ST. PAUL, Minnesota--An analysis 3M ESPE Adper Easy Bond Self-Etch Adhesive shows that the product's chemical properties make it suited for dentists who prefer to "selectively" etch when using self-etch adhesives.
Additionally, new data reinforces the product's effectiveness in delivering long-term bond strength on both dentin and enamel.
The adhesive's short application time allows it to be placed in 35 seconds, reducing the risk of contamination. The product also offers virtually no post-operative sensitivity. With Adper Easy Bond adhesive, dentists can achieve a strong, reliable bond to dentin and enamel.
Research shows that Adper Easy Bond adhesive is compatible with the selective etch technique, which some dentists use with self-etch adhesives. The technique is typically recommended for seventh-generation materials when uncut enamel is involved.
With some self-etch adhesives, using a separate etchant on dentin can actually decrease the bond strength to dentin and affect margin quality.
However, studies demonstrate that with Adper Easy Bond adhesive, if the dentin is inadvertently etched during the selective enamel etching process, the dentin bond strength is not adversely affected. This is true even if the dentin is dried.
Additionally, the product helps dentists reach the common goal of minimizing postoperative sensitivity. A recent field evaluation of more than 5,000 restorations placed using Adper Easy Bond adhesive found that postoperative sensitivity was reported in less than 0.5% of cases.
Furthermore, because the product can be placed in 35 seconds, it reduces the risk of contamination versus adhesives with longer application times. The product is simply applied for 20 seconds, dried for five seconds and light-cured for 10 seconds.
This new research helps demonstrate that whether dentists use Adper Easy Bond adhesive in its one-bottle, one-coat process, or selectively etch in addition to applying Adper Easy Bond adhesive, they can achieve consistent results.
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