A Bioactive Trio that 'Restores' Confidence
A DPS Readers’ Choice award winner, the ACTIVA line of bioactive materials from Pulpdent promotes apatite formation and remineralization for strong, esthetic restorations
It’s common knowledge that with most restorative treatments, a successful patient outcome can happen— or not happen—depending on many factors, some more weighty than others. But consistency and certainty count for a lot. Some factors, such as patient health and effective oral home care, are far from consistent, and are definitely not certain. So when a material comes along that is reliable and promotes consistently good results, many dentists reach for it to confidently complete restorations—and many find they can’t keep enough of it on their shelves.
Prevention + Proactive Treatment
Pulpdent certainly had that in mind when it developed the ACTIVA BioACTIVE line of restoratives, an affordable choice for bioactive materials that boosts the standard of care. The product family offers everyday restorative solutions that consistently promote both prevention and proactive treatment, and its recent Readers’ Choice award is proof that DPS readers overwhelmingly agree.
Products in the ACTIVA BioACTIVE line blend together an ionic resin matrix, glass ionomers, and a patented rubberized-resin component. The dual-cure, moisture- friendly formulation releases and recharges calcium, phosphate, and fluoride, all essential minerals that promote apatite formation and the body’s natural remineralization process to seal margins, deter secondary caries, and prevent restorative failure. The result is an esthetic, strong resin material based on Pulpdent’s unique urethane technology, which increases strength and durability, resists fracture, and reduces shrinkage.
ACTIVA BioACTIVE-RESTORATIVE
ACTIVA BioACTIVE-RESTORATIVE is celebrating its 10- year anniversary this year, a rare feat in the dental industry and one that sets it apart from similar products on the market. “I believe the 10-year anniversary indicates that this must be an effective product,” shared Donald W. Jetter, DMD, of Voorhees, NJ.
A highly esthetic, highly polishable composite, ACTIVA BioACTIVE-RESTORATIVE chemically bonds to teeth and seals against microleakage.
“Handling is the best I have seen from all restorative materials, and I have had no issues with ACTIVA BioACTIVE- RESTORATIVE in my practice,” shared Jeanne Spence, DDS, of Jackson, NC. “Refining margins is a breeze and the ease of use is hard to beat. I use it frequently for Class V restorations and with pediatric patients.”
More bioactive than glass ionomers, ACTIVA BioACTIVE-RESTORATIVE's resin matrix won’t chip or crumble, a benefit that Dr. Spence finds particularly valuable in the long term. “It has the workability of a flowable with good strength and durability. The hydrophilic properties with calcium, phosphate, and fluoride release give me peace of mind that these restorations will last and give patients the greatest possible benefits,” she said.
“I have been using ACTIVA BioACTIVE-RESTORATIVE in patients with a high caries index with extensive carious lesions,” said Dr. Jetter. “I have also found that it's very easy to use, handles well, and is compatible with my current light-cured bonding agents. I highly recommend it due to the fact that it may help delay or prevent recurrent caries.”
ACTIVA BioACTIVE-CEMENT & BASE/LINER
Additionally, ACTIVA BioACTIVE- CEMENT and ACTIVA BioACTIVE-BASE/LINER both garnered DPS Readers’ Choice honors. A self-adhesive, insoluble, fracture-resistant, dual-cure system for luting all crown and bridge materials, ACTIVA BioACTIVE-CEMENT knits together the restoration and the tooth, reduces sensitivity, guards against secondary caries, and seals margins against microleakage. A bioactive base/liner with a resin matrix, ACTIVA BioACTIVE-BASE/LINER includes a shock- absorbing resin component and bioactive fillers that mimic the physical and chemical properties of natural teeth.
“I adore these products!” said Dr. Spence. “I have been using the base/ liner for almost 2 years as a liner for deep caries and I believe the workability and strength are phenomenal. We have had excellent results with restoring deep caries with zero patients returning with postop sensitivity.”
“I like using ACTIVA BioACTIVE- CEMENT and ACTIVA BioACTIVE-BASE/LINER because they have great working properties," shared Bruce Howard, DMD. "I have confidence when using them that it makes a difference in sensitivity and provides a bioactive base under a filling."
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