IVOCLAR VIVADENT TETRIC N-CERAM REFILL

IVOCLAR VIVADENT TETRIC N-CERAM REFILL is a premium light-curing, radiopaque nano-hybrid composite designed for use in direct restorative dental procedures. It combines cutting-edge nano-optimized filler technology with exceptional physical properties, providing a highly versatile solution for restoring both anterior and posterior teeth. This material stands out for its natural aesthetic results and remarkable chameleon effect, allowing it to blend seamlessly with the surrounding tooth structure. Its high radiopacity significantly enhances diagnostic capabilities, making it easier to identify secondary caries during routine X-rays.

Available in an extensive range of 18 shades, Tetric N-Ceram offers 11 enamel shades, 3 dentin shades, 1 incisal shade, and 3 bleach shades, ensuring a precise match for various clinical situations. The shades are designed to mimic the natural variation in tooth color, enhancing the cosmetic outcome of restorations. The material is offered in both syringes and Cavifils, catering to the needs of different dental professionals, whether they require greater precision or a more efficient dispensing method. The versatile shade range of Tetric N-Ceram allows for easy customization, enabling it to be tailored to suit individual patient needs. The universal shades can be combined with dentin, incisal, or bleach shades depending on the complexity of the restoration required.

Tetric N-Ceram is composed of dimethacrylates (19-20 wt.%), with the fillers consisting of barium glass, ytterbium trifluoride, mixed oxide, and copolymers (80-81 wt.%). These inorganic fillers, ranging in particle size from 40 nm to 3000 nm, contribute to the material’s superior strength and wear resistance. The total content of inorganic fillers is 55-57 vol.%, giving the composite material its radiopaque properties. The carefully balanced formula of additives, stabilizers, and pigments (<1 wt.%) ensures optimal handling characteristics, making Tetric N-Ceram easy to sculpt, shape, and polish to a high-gloss finish.

The versatility of Tetric N-Ceram makes it ideal for a broad range of indications. These include Class I-V restorations, making it suitable for both simple and complex cavities. It is also a preferred material for restoring deciduous teeth, providing long-lasting durability for children’s dental care. Other uses include extended fissure sealing, direct veneers for cosmetic dental procedures, and splinting of mobile teeth. Tetric N-Ceram is also effective for blocking out undercuts and for the repair of both composite and ceramic veneers, ensuring that dental professionals have a reliable material to address a variety of clinical challenges.

In summary, Tetric N-Ceram combines aesthetic excellence, high radiopacity, and robust physical properties, making it an ideal choice for a wide array of restorative dental procedures. Its versatility, ease of use, and natural esthetic results ensure that it continues to be a top choice for dental professionals worldwide.