,Jon Julian, DDS, shares his experience using Visalys CemCore over the past two years and what makes the universal cementation and core buildup material unique,
,The world of dental restorative materials is evolving at an alarming rate, with no signs of slowing down. One constant, however, is the trend toward materials formulated to do double duty. Uniquely designed for both core buildups and cementation, Visalys CemCore—a selfproclaimed composite for all work under restorations—is one of those solutions., ,“I’ve been using Visalys CemCore for the past 2 years for crown buildups, such as the one outlined in the case below, and just recently began using it for crown cementations,” noted Jon Julian, DDS, a renowned dental author and educator who maintains an upscale private practice in Travelers Rest, SC. “I find it to be more easily applied than the previous materials I have used for core buildup, and just as reliable.”, ,Like other dual-curing adhesive cements, Visalys CemCore is compatible with all types of dental materials, restorations, and etching techniques. But what sets it apart from the pack is its performance in more challenging scenarios—for example, those that require extreme adhesive strength, such as adhesive bridges, or highly esthetic restorations such as veneers that require precise working time and high color stability., ,What’s behind Visalys CemCore’s super strength and esthetics? Active-Connect-Technology, which allows optimal mixing of the hydrophobic cementation composite with the hydrophilic Visalys Tooth Primer on the damp surface of the tooth. This allows it to achieve a high adhesive strength despite its hydrophobic properties, while also avoiding swelling., ,“I have not had a single problem with either the application or the preparation—in fact, I find fewer voids in the prep compared with other materials,” added Dr. Julian., ,Visalys CemCore offers the ideal shade for every patient, with 5 shades that each coordinate with a matching try-in paste. The material’s hydrophobic property prevents the cement joint from staining, while removal of excess cement with tack curing is exceptionally easy., ,
