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Composites
Dental Composite materials for direct anterior and posterior composite bonding.
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- Finishing & Polishing
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Finishing & Polishing
Finishing and polishing materials for composites, porcelain, metal, gold and natural teeth.
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FlexiDisc Dental Polishing Discs
Dental Polishing Cups & Points
Enamelize Dental Polishing Paste
FlexiBuffs
FlexiSAW
All Ceramic Polisher
FlexiStrips Dental Polishing Strips
FlexiDiamond Strips
FlexiBrush Dental Polishing Brush
NANO / Microhybrid Diamond Polishers
Porcelize - Porcelain Polishing & Finishing Paste
Top Finisher System
Felt FlexiPoints
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- Core & Temp
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Continuing Education: Get the most from our Composite products by taking one of our Continuing Education Courses. View Courses
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- Resin Cement
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Resin Cements
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- Accessories
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Accessory Products
Complete your esthetic dentistry toolkit with these helpful accessories.
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- Education
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Continuing Education
Learn all of the composite dentistry that you may be missing in your practice and how doing more of it can benefit you financially and professionally.
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Replicating Dental Craze Lines with Composite Resin
Adding a craze line can make a big difference in realism when crafting natural-looking restorations, especially for mature patients. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Draw the Craze Line
After placing the dentin layer, use a No. 12 blade scalpel to create a fine line along the tooth’s length before curing the composite. This will serve as the foundation of your craze line.
Step 2: Widen the Craze Line
Using the tip of a Cosmedent® No. 3 Brush, gently press along the craze line to open it up slightly, creating a subtle depth. Once satisfied with the width, light-cure the dentin layer.
Step 3: Add Tint for Depth
Select a Creative Color® tint and apply it along the craze line with a Cosmedent® No. 1 Brush. Tint choice affects the line’s darkness; for example, a mix of light and dark brown can give a realistic aged effect.
Step 4: Spread the Tint
Using the brush, gently spread the tint along the length of the craze line. Make sure the tint reaches into every groove of the line to enhance its visibility.
Step 5: Remove Excess Tint
A micro brush can help you carefully dab and remove any excess tint, ensuring the line looks natural without being overly dark or prominent.
Step 6: Cure the Tint
Light-cure the tinted craze line to set it in place.
Step 7: Add More Tint if Needed
If you want a more pronounced effect, apply another thin layer of tint to the center of the craze line. Adjust the tint color and amount to achieve the look you want. Dab away excess with a micro brush and light-cure again.
Step 8: Apply Renamel Microfill
Apply Flowable Renamel Microfill to the lingual surface, then light-cure. Add the Microfill body composite to shape the final form and light-cure again.
Step 9: Finishing and Polishing
Once the composite is fully cured, use finishing and polishing protocols. Use a FlexiBuff® with a small dab of Enamelize™ Polishing Paste for a high-gloss finish, bringing out a natural, polished look.
By following these steps, you can create a craze line that enhances the depth and realism of your composite restorations.