Clinical Case: Bioclear Class II on Lower Molar
July 12, 2023 | Dr. Marco Maiolino
About the Case
A Caucasian male, age 46, presented for a first consultation. During the consultation, interproximal decay was found on the distal of the lower left first molar which caused fracturing of the marginal ridge. The patient was scheduled for a class II restoration using the Bioclear™ method. One of the main challenges of class II restorations is the ability to create tight contacts and to finish the restoration properly due to the limited access to the interproximal area. These problems are easily managed using the Bioclear™ method. The push-pull technique with the new TwinRing Universal easily created tight contacts. The cavity design, with the creation of the infinity edge, and the injection molding technique are a game changer in restorative dentistry. The beauty of this approach is in the quality of the wide and rounded contact points, the quality of the restoration due to the injection molding technique and the easy polishing of excess composite.
Preoperative situation showing a fracture of the distal marginal ridge of the lower first molar.
Biofilm disclosing solution was used prior to biofilm removal.
The distal interproximal decay was removed, and the cavity was cleaned.
The Bioclear™ Evolve Matrix Height Indicator was used to select the correct matrix.
The Bioclear™ Blue 5mm Evolve Matrix, large Diamond Wedge, and TwinRing Universal were used.
The spot weld technique was performed to create a broad and tight contact, using 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme Flowable Restorative.
Injection molding was performed using 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Plus Adhesive, 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme Flowable Restorative, and 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme Ultra Universal Restorative.
Results after using 3M™ Sof-Lex Contouring and Polishing Discs and the Bioclear™ Rockstar Polishing system.
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