Admira Fusion x-tra is an omni-chromatic, nano-ORMOCER restorative material that covers the VITA classic shade range with one single shade. Its unique formula enables faster, easier restorations and reliable results across a range of indications.
Many restorative materials trade one benefit for another—for example, one composite might produce a wonderfully natural-looking result, while sacrificing strength or biocompatibility in the process. Others offer excellent esthetics and longevity but demand a more time- and technique-sensitive workflow. But according to Dimple Desai, DDS, AAACD, a leading cosmetic dentist, author, and Kois Center graduate, VOCO’s Admira Fusion x-tra is a rare restorative solution that delivers on all fronts. Dr. Desai, who owns Luminous Smiles in Newport Beach, CA, recently shared why this single-shade, omnichromatic, nano-ORMOCER (ORganically-Modified CERamic) material makes for a worthwhile addition to any clinician’s armamentarium.
Single-Shade Simplicity
After a colleague recommended that she try Admira Fusion x-tra, Dr. Desai quickly found that it became a “favorite" product in her restorative toolkit, offering numerous advantages over other materials she’s used in the past. “Number one, of course, is the omni-chromatic effect,” she cited. “It can blend in with the existing shades around it extremely well.” Thanks to its inclusion of nano-ORMOCER technology with unique nano-hybrid fillers, Admira Fusion x-tra can match the entire range of human dentition with one universal omni-chromatic shade. This saves clinicians time and effort spent on shade matching while also reducing inventory. Dr. Desai added that, in addition to the material’s impressive chameleon effect, “It has a great polishing factor and in the end, you get a really nice, high shine.”
Bulk Filling with 4-mm Curing Depth
Equally remarkable in Dr. Desai’s opinion are Admira Fusion x-tra’s bulk-fill capabilities, which allow for a reliable 4-mm depth of cure. “I don't think I can overemphasize the 4-mm bulk-fill aspect,” she said. In her experience, not having to worry about incrementally layering and curing the material is always a plus when dealing with blood and saliva, but especially beneficial when time is of the essence. “With children, you have to work pretty quickly,” Dr. Desai explained. “Recently, I saw one of my patient’s children who had a large cavity on the distal of the primary first molar, tooth No. L. I was able to isolate it well, put in a matrix band, and use Admira Fusion x-tra as a bulk fill. It was perfect for that situation and the shade came out amazing.”
Superior Handling, Biocompatibility, & Longevity
Other qualities that make Admira Fusion x-tra a standout restorative solution include its superior handling and physical characteristics. “It’s just so easy and smooth to dispense,” Dr. Desai shared. “I don’t find it necessary to warm it—the consistency is perfect.”
To ensure optimal biocompatibility, Admira Fusion x-tra also is bioceramic, 100% BPA-free, and contains no classic monomers. Additionally, it is 84% filled by weight, enabling exceptional wear resistance and a low initial shrinkage rate of 1.25% by volume. “I've been using Admira Fusion x-tra for quite a while now and can say the longevity is excellent,” Dr. Desai testified. “There's zero wear, high strength—it’s almost too good to be true! As a clinician, you feel great using this product.”
