The “core” of any successful dental buildup lies in the quality of the base material, but not all core buildup materials perform equally. For example, clinicians often face challenges such as inadequate polymerization and microleakage, both of which can compromise the durability of restorations. But backed by science—and trusted by thousands of clinicians—Bisco has successful buildups covered with Core-Flo DC and Core-Flo DC Lite.
Concern-Free Curing
With both materials offering reliable dual-cure chemistry that performs equally well in light- and self-cure modes, clinicians are assured of full polymerization regardless of how deep the prep may be. Since both core buildups offer the same benefits, clinicians can choose between the 2 based on preferences or treatment requirements.
“Some core buildup materials I’ve used have either been too thick and don’t provide a nice flow, or they are too runny and end up everywhere, so you wind up wasting a lot of material,” said Devin McClintock, DDS, who practices in Williamsburg, VA. “BISCO’s Core-Flo DC and Core-Flo DC Lite offer superior handling—striking that delicate balance of being flowable but not too runny.”
Strong and Easy to Handle
Both Core-Flo DC and Core-Flo DC Lite feature efficient working and setting times, are highly radiopaque for easy detection on radiographs, offer superior handling and easy preparation, and are dispensed with a convenient automix dual syringe, saving time and making delivery fast and efficient.
With low shrinkage, a strong bond to dentin, and high compressive and flexural strength, the materials provide excellent flowability and adaptation as a post cement. Both materials are also available in 2 esthetic shades: Natural/A1 and Opaque White.
Two Viscosities Meet Many Needs
Core-Flo DC is stackable, maintaining an optimal flowability without dripping or slumping, while Core-Flo DC Lite has a self-leveling viscosity that allows for superior adaptation—paving the way for gap-free margins when replacing natural dentition with a direct core buildup.
“I appreciate the lower viscosity of Core-Flo DC Lite, and I use it primarily when I’m building against a matrix band in deep-margin elevation cases, or when I’m sealing deep canals in endodontically treated teeth,” shared Dr. McClintock. “Because it’s less viscous, I know it will level against the matrix and reduce air bubbles.”
