SOUTH BEND, Indiana--For years, fear has kept many potential patients out of the dental chair. The anticipated pain that many believe comes with even a simple cleaning has stood in the way of the twice yearly checkups and restorative care that lead to good oral health.Heraeus, a leader in dental esthetics, responded to these fears years ago with Gluma Desensitizer liquid drops. With the introduction of Gluma Desensitizer PowerGel, the company takes things one step further. Gluma Desensitizer PowerGel promotes patient comfort through an easy, one-step gel formula. Its formulation allows for accurate control during placement ,and is suited for the cervical erosions, exposed dentin surfaces, and gingival recession hygienists may encounter during a prophy visit. Gluma Desensitizer PowerGel’s fast and effective desensitizing activity helps hygienists keep patients comfortable during prophy visits, and helps patients stay comfortable, lasting six to nine months on erosion and recession. This gets the patient from prophy to prophy and potentially eliminating the need for at-home treatment.“Gluma Desensitizer PowerGel gives hygienists an essential tool in the dental operatory,” said RDH Gayle Masters. “It keeps patients comfortable during routine cleanings, especially those who’ve experienced sensitivity due to receding gums. It eliminates pain, promotes patient comfort, and helps alleviate patients’ fears about dental treatment. It has changed the way I practice hygiene, and is the magic instant desensitizer I wish I had 30 years ago!”Heraeus offers DeWood webinarGluma Desensitizer, which has worked to help eliminate or prevent postoperative hypersensitivity for the last 20 years, Gluma Desensitizer PowerGel can also be used by dentists and assistants under crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, veneers, temporaries, and direct restorations. It delivers a similar level of comfort, efficacy, and desensitization as Gluma Desensitizer with the added benefits of better handling, easier control, and greater accuracy during application. Its gel consistency and green-color indicator also allow the practitioner to see where the material is being placed and rinse-clean capability.In addition, it can be used with bonding and restorative materials. Like Gluma Desensitizer, it works quickly to help calm fearful patients. Its no-drip formula stays put, minimizing contact with soft tissues. It does not require agitation or light-curing. This facilitates use and saves time. “I cannot have anything done without Gluma,” said dental patient Sheila Waropay. “This product has changed my life in the dental chair. I have had a lot of dental work throughout my life, but now with the use of Gluma, I do not suffer with pain/sensitivity after drilling and cap work. This is the best product I have been exposed to. I would never use a dentist that didn’t use it!” Gluma Desensitizer is a time-tested solution to hypersensitivity, and has received a “5-Star Award” from Reality, the American test institute. It has been used in more than 50 million restorations worldwide. Gluma Desensitizer PowerGel boasts reliable desensitization, and its one-step gel formula provides great control, accurate placement, and rinse-clean capability for prophy, cosmetic, and restorative visits. For more information, visit www.heraeus-dental-us.com or call (877) 431-1785.To comment on this product, go to community.pennwelldentalgroup.com/.
