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BISCO Bite Episode 5: Monomers
In this episode of our BISCO Bite series, we discuss everything monomers! Including what they are in

Which bonding system is most ideal for anterior SSCs to mask the metal surface with opaque composite?
All of Bisco's adhesives provide high adhesion to metal and would be appropriate for this scenario.

BISCO Bite Episode 4: Shear Bond Strength
In this episode of our BISCO Bite series, we discuss what shear bond strength is and why it's essent

What type of fiber is Light-Core reinforced with? Can you share its physical properties?
Light-Core is reinforced with a glass fiber (7.8%) offering maximum strength for all core build-ups.

BISCO Bite Episode 3: Bonding to Zirconia
In this BISCO Bite episode, Dr. Ronaldo Nuñez talks about how easy it is to bond with Zircon

What is the technique for cementing/bonding an IPS e.max onlay? Both treatment for the restoration and treatment for the tooth
IPS e.max lithium disilicate is a silaca-based ceramic, so HF etching followed by silane treatment i

BISCO Bite Episode 2: Adhesive Layers
While learning about adhesive layers, BISCO's Dr. Ronaldo Nuñez shows us how cool chemistry

BISCO Bite Episode 1: The Resin Matrix
In this video, BISCO's Dr. Ronaldo Nuñez discusses the resin matrix. The development of dent

Can you bond to zirconia? Is the bond to zirconia as good as the bond to porcelain?
YES! You can bond with Z-Prime Plus Zirconia/Metal Primer which contains MDP. MDP will form a chemic

Can I use the Duo-Link universal for eMax® veneers? I assume I can. Any special instructions or concerns?
Yes, you can use Duo-Link Universal for veneers but there is a possibility for color/shade shift aft

What is the difference between TheraCem and BisCem?
Both TheraCem and BisCem are self-adhesive cements. However, TheraCem includes the following fe

How do you use Porcelain Bonding Resin as an unfilled resin with direct composite veneers?
If you are placing a direct composite veneer on mostly ENAMEL, you would etch the tooth with phospho

What is your recommended sequence of procedures and materials for porcelain repair on crowns?
BISCO’s Intraoral Repair Kit provides all the materials necessary to repair the framework of b

When "bonding" zirconia restoration (after applying Z prime), can BisCem be used or does the bonding cement need to be Duo-Link?
If the preparation lacks retention, use DLU along with a dental adhesive such as ABU. If the prepara

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What cement do you recommend for bonding porcelain veneers?
BISCO recommends the use of a light-cured resin cement such as Choice™ 2 for veneer cementatio

Which is the best cement to use for patient that has tetracycline stain and we have mostly dentin for zirconia crowns?
We recommend using Duo-Link Universal with All-Bond Universal. The bonding protocol is: 1) Use a bon

What is the difference between "Universal Primer" and All-Bond 3? Are both dual cure? Is it recommended to use All-Bond Resin with either of the two?
Universal Primer is a 2 part dual cure system that can be used in total-etch, self-etch or selective