TheraCal LC®

Resin-Modified Calcium Silicate Pulp Protectant/Liner
TheraCal LC is a light-cured, resin-modified calcium silicate filled liner designed for use in direct and indirect pulp capping and as a protective liner under composites, amalgams, cements, and other base materials. It can be used as an alternative to calcium hydroxide, glass ionomer, RMGI, IRM/ZOE and other restorative materials. TheraCal LC performs as a barrier and protectant of the dental pulpal complex.

TheraCal LC’s precise placement allows its use in all deep cavity preparations. The light-cured set permits immediate placement and condensation of the restorative material. Its proprietary formulation allows for a command set with a light curing unit while maintaining ease of placement due to thixotropic properties. The proprietary hydrophilic resin formulation creates a stable and durable liner.

Unique Benefits:

• Calcium release stimulates^1* hydroxyapatite and secondary dentin bridge formation^2,3
• Alkaline pH promotes healing and apatite formation^2,4
• Significant calcium release¹ leads to protective seal^5,7,8
• Protects and insulates the pulp^5,6
• Moisture tolerant¹ and radiopaque – can be placed under restorative materials and cements

Clinical Significance:

• The proprietary formulation of TheraCal LC consists of tri-calcium silicate particles in a hydrophilic monomer that provides significant calcium release* making it a uniquely stable and durable material as a liner or base
  
   

* Bisco has, on file, the calcium release data for Theracal LC.
1. Gandolfi MG, Siboni F, Prati C. Chemical-physical properties of TheraCal, a novel light-curable MTA-like material for pulp capping . International Endodontic Journal. 2012 Jun;45(6):571-9.
2. ADA definitions for direct and indirect pulp capping at: www.ada.org/en/publications/cdt/glossary-of-dental-clinical-and-administrative-ter
3. Apatite-forming Ability of TheraCal Pulp-Capping Material, M.G. GANDOLFI, F. SIBONI, P. TADDEI, E. MODENA, and C. PRATI J Dent Res 90 (Spec Iss A):abstract number 2520, 2011 (www.dentalresearch.org)
4. Okabe T, Sakamoto M, Takeuchi H, Matsushima K (2006) Effects of pH on mineralization ability of human dental pulp cells. Journal of Endodontics 32, 198-201.
5. Sangwan P; Sangwan A; Duhan J; Rohilla A. Tertiary dentinogenesis with calcium hydroxide: a review of proposed mechanisms. Int Endod J. 2013; 46(1):3-19
6. Selcuk SAVAS, Murat S. BOTSALI, Ebru KUCUKYILMAZ, Tugrul SARI. Evaluation of temperature changes in the pulp chamber during polymerization of light-cured pulp-capping materials by using a VALO LED light curing unit at different curing distances. Dent Mater J. 2014;33(6):764-9.
7. Cantekin K. Bond strength of different restorative materials to light-curable mineral trioxide aggregate. J Clin Pediatr Dent. 2015 Winter;39(2):143-8.
8. Mechanical Properties of New Dental Pulp-Capping Materials Over Time. M. NIELSEN, R. VANDERWEELE, J. CASEY, and K. VANDEWALLE, USAF, JBSA-Lackland, TX, , J Dent Res 93(Spec Iss A): 495, 2014 (www.dentalresearch.org)

Cavity Cleanser™

2% Chlorhexidine Digluconate
BISCO’S Cavity Cleanser is a 2% solution of Chlorhexidine Digluconate (CHG) intended for cleansing and moistening/rewetting cavity preparations. It is recommended for use upon completion of tooth preparation or etching prior to sealing the dentinal tubules. Cleansing of cavity preparations to remove debris and bacteria may decrease post-operative sensitivity¹.

1.   Meiers, J.C., Keesin, J.C. Cavity Disinfectants and Dentin Bonding.  Operative Dentistry 21:153-159, 1996.

D.T. Light-Post® Illusion® X-RO®

Double-Tapered Radiopaque Translucent Fiber Post System
The D.T. Light-Post Illusion X-RO* maintains all of the features and clinical history that the original D.T. LIGHT-POST® offers with the added benefit of greater radiopacity and the color-on-command technology. When the post is placed intra-orally, the intrinsic color of the post disappears allowing it to blend into the natural dentition. When retreatment or removal is ever required, the post will reappear on command by simply spraying cold water.

The D.T. Light-Post Illusion X-RO is available in 4 sizes, with each post being color-coded. The post colors match the drill markings, which helps the clinician distinguish one size from another, before and after placement.

UNIQUE BENEFITS

• Translucency enhances esthetics and light transmission
• Radiopacity allows for visibility on radiographs
• Double-tapered design closely conforms to the shape of the prepared canal to minimize dentin removal and cement layer
• Unidirectional, pretensed, quartz fibers bound in a resin matrix gives it a greater flexural strength than metal posts
• Maximum strength - no notches or serrations to compromise strength
• Fiber optic design allows light to traverse through the post so it can be cemented with light activated materials

CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE

• BISCO’s fiber posts have been placed in over 3,400 cases as part of a decade long multi-center clinical trial. Three (3) post fractures and zero (0) root fractures have been documented**
• Retreatment is quick with the D.T. Light-Post Removal Kit and a low-speed handpiece
• Color-on-command technology simplifies the task of removing the post in the event retreatment is ever required
   

*       D.T. LIGHT-POST/D.T. LIGHT-POST ILLUSION X-RO are developed by RTD.
**     Data on file. BISCO, Inc.