Triodent® Wave-Wedge™

Unsurpassed Sealing

In most matrix systems, the wedge creates the interproximal separation. But in the Triodent V3 sectional matrix system, the V3 Ring creates the necessary space between the teeth, which allows the Wave-Wedge to be more flexible so it can perfectly seal the gingival margin.

Gentle on Papillae

The anatomical design of the Wave-Wedge includes a hollow underside that perfectly accommodates the sensitive interproximal papillae. The flexible nature of the wedge also allows it to be placed without cutting or catching any gingival tissues.

Easy Placement

Because wedges are so small, most are very easy to drop. The Wave-Wedge is designed with a hole on one side for use with the Triodent Pin-Tweezers. The tip of the tweezers has a small pin that perfectly and securely holds the wedge, so you can be sure the wedge remains in place.

Small Wave Wedge (Item Number: 302066): 100 x Small Wave-Wedges (White)

Medium Wave Wedge (302065): 100 x Medium Wave-Wedges (Pink)

Large Wave Wedge (302064): 100 x Large Wave-Wedges (Purple)

Q. What can I do if there is a gap at the bottom of the axial corner of the box with the Wave-Wedge in place?

A. The Wave-Wedge, because of its unique central concavity, has exceptional sealing capacity on the matrix at the gingival margin. However, if there is a gap, you can wedge from both sides, thanks to the hollow underside which allows you to stack the wedges.

Q. The point of the Wave-Wedge is quite sharp. Will it cut the gingival papillae?

A. The Wave-Wedge’s banana-shape design and tapered tip ensures the wedge is self-guiding, gliding through the embrasure without catching on the papillae. Moreover, because of the hollow underside, the papillae is accommodated and protected during the restoration. That is why the Wave-Wedge is ideally placed BEFORE cavity prep. Lubricating the tip of the wedge with a water-based lubricant or LA paste will also help it slide through without catching the rubber dam.

Q. Apart from the adaptive sealing qualities, what are the reasons for the central concavity in the Wave-Wedge?

A. The central concavity is actually the second feature in the Wave-Wedge’s bag of tricks. First up are the fine lateral wings at the point of the wedge. These compress easily as the wedge enters the embrasure, and then expand again as the wedge exits on the other side of the tooth. This is when the concavity comes into its own, effectively locking the wedge into place at its central point, and wrapping around the matrix at the gingival margin for a broad, adaptive and symmetric seal. It is also then in the best spot for positioning the V3 Ring.

Q. What is the hole for at the end of the Wave-Wedge?

A. While other wedges are easily dropped, Wave-Wedges and Triodent’s V-Wedges are secure in Triodent’s Pin-Tweezers which, as the name implies, have a pin at the end that goes into the hole. Because of the cross-over action of the Pin-Tweezers, the wedges will not fall out when the tweezers are held in a neutral position, and are very secure when the tweezers are gripped.

Q. Do Wave-Wedges separate the teeth?

A. Unlike the Wave-Wedge and Triodent’s V-Wedge, most wedges have a conflict of function, needing to be hard enough to separate the teeth but soft and adaptive enough to provide a seal at the gingival margin. Triodent gives the job of separating the teeth to the V3 Ring, allowing the Wave-Wedge to be focused on holding the matrix and sealing the gingival margin.

How the Triodent V3 Ring Solves Restorative Issues in Dental Products Report by Dr. John C. Comisi, DDS, MAGD.

View the Triodent V3 System Product Sheet.

View the Triodent V3 System IFU.

Complete System: Triodent V3 Sectional Matrix System

Recommended Rings: Triodent V3 Ring

Recommended Matrices: Triodent V3 Tab-Matrix

Recommended Guards: Triodent WedgeGuard

Recommended Placement Tweezers: Triodent Pin-Tweezers

Palodent Plus Wedges