Two breakthroughs in composite technology have been reported by Trycare which the company says have been made with the dentist and the patient in mind.

Firstly, Tokuyama have grown 'aesthetic pearl fillers' where others use 'broken rocks'. Supra-nano Spherical Filler is produced using the sol-gel method. This allows Tokuyama to grow spheres of specific translucency, colour, size and refractive index for optimal optical and physical performance. Other composites are made from blocks of filler that are randomly ground, thereby compromising the product.

The second breakthrough is that RAP has accelerated curing that gives extended working time with 10 second light cure.

In conventional light curing, camphorquinone (CQ) catalyst generates one energised monomer each reactive cycle. Tokuyama's innovative initiator system energises several monomer molecules each reactive cycle. The benefit is that less CQ gives a longer working time and the ability to energise lots of monomer with a short cure time.

The benefits are extended working time; quick curing time; superb, fast, long lasting polish; exceptional handling; superior blend and shade matching; and minimal shrinkage after light curing (1.3% linear).

Call 01274 885544 for a free trial experience, or visit www.trycare.co.uk/tokuyama.