ALPHA-FLOW ® FLOWABLE COMPOSITE
Radiopaque, light cure resin-based micro-hybrid flowable composite
Country of Origin: USA
PRODUCTS DETAILS
Alpha-Flow ® is a radiopaque, light cure resin-based micro-hybrid flowable composite. The specially formulated materials incorporate both a Nano-sized filler for increased flexibility and superior polishability and a 0.7-micron filler for excellent strength and wear resistance. This unique combination provides a material with extreme versatility for use in a wide range of procedures, including Class III and V cavity figurations and small Class I and II restorations. Alpha-Flow ® contains fluorescence to provide a duplication of the natural tooth surface.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1. Prepare the tooth.
Isolate and dry the tooth thoroughly.
2. If using Alpha-Etch37® etch enamel for 15 seconds or if applied to dentin etch for
10 seconds; never leave etchant on tooth for more than 60 seconds. agitating the etchant during its application can enhance its action.
Lightly
3. Rinse thoroughly with water.
4. If using Alpha-Bond® Light Cure Bonding Resin, thoroughly dry the etched tooth.
Dispense two drops of Alpha-Bond® Light Cure Bonding Resin onto a dispensing pad or other suitable surface. Thoroughly saturate a brush tip and generously apply one uniform layer onto the prepared tooth. Light cure the bonding resin by applying a dental halogen light for 15 – 20 seconds.
The surface should appear
glossy.
If not, repeat application. If using a light cure bonding adhesive from
another manufacturer, follow their instructions to determine if the surface of the tooth is to be thoroughly dried or remain moist.
5. Select the appropriate shade of Alpha-Flow®. Apply Alpha-Flow® directly onto the prepared tooth in increments no larger than 2 mm thickness.
6. Using a visible light-curing unit, with a minimum output of 600 mW/cm² , cure composite material for at least 40 seconds.
You can expect the depth of cure for
light shades to be 5.0 mm and for dark shades 4.0 mm.
7. Finish and polish using standard techniques. A composite surface sealant can also be used to improve surface smoothness and seal micro cracks and surface imperfections caused by the finishing procedures.
