VOCO,Light-curing bracket bonding system features unique fluorescence technology that allows for gentle and easy removal of adhesive residue after bracket debonding,
Orthodontic brackets are a critical piece to successfully moving patients’ teeth and achieving a beautiful smile with good occlusion. So, when choosing an adhesive system to establish a bond between the enamel surface and orthodontic bracket, it’s important to consider not only strength, but simplicity.,When bonding orthodontic metal and ceramic brackets in his Woodbridge, NJ, practice, Dr. Marty Jablow, who is a general dentist and key technology adviser, uses VOCO’s BrackFix, a light-cured, fluorescent bracket bonding system. The adhesive is delivered via syringe, which allows him to easily apply the ideal quantity of adhesive to the bracket while preventing runoff of the material before it is light-cured.,“I like the viscosity of BrackFix because it tends not to flow all over the tooth when placing the brackets,” said Dr. Jablow. “And during removal, I can see exactly where the brackets were placed via fluorescence and then gently and easily remove the residual adhesive without damaging tooth structure.”,Fluorescence is a key feature of BrackFix that sets it apart from other bracket bonding systems. The adhesive fluoresces blue when exposed to UV light, making it simple to visualize and safely remove any residual adhesive once the brackets are debonded.,“What makes BrackFix really unique is that it allows me to visualize the actual bracket cement after initial placement as well as during bracket removal, which gives me enhanced precision and superior control over the removal and polishing process,” said Dr. Jablow.,Available in an etch-and-rinse or self-etch formulation, BrackFix offers flexibility based on a clinician’s preferred bonding technique. Light-curing offers a longer working time for stable bracket positioning and allows the archwire to be exposed to chewing forces immediately after bonding.,“BrackFix makes it simple to apply your brackets and just as simple to remove them,” Dr. Jablow concluded.,1. Unique fluorescence facilitates quick and gentle elimination of adhesive residue after bracket removal
2. Light-curing offers a longer working time and allows the archwire to be exposed to chewing forces immediately
3. Optimal consistency and syringe delivery permit stable positioning of the bracket on the enamel surface.,
Dr. Jablow earned his dental degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and has attained Fellowships in the Academy of General Dentistry and International Academy of Dental Facial Esthetics. For the past 25 years, he has served as a technology consultant to dentists throughout the country and, in 2003, he became the president of Dental Tech Advisors, which provides lectures and consulting to dentists and dental manufacturers. Dr. Jablow has authored over 40 articles for major dental publications and has presented on various topics at every major dental meeting in the United States.
