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Composi-Tight® 3D Fusion™ Wedges fuse two materials together to produce the perfect combination of adaptability and retention. Other features and benefits include:
- Only Composi-Tight 3D Fusion wedges have Soft-Face technology. A soft, rubberized material is fused to the firm plastic core. The wedge gently molds itself to root irregularities as you insert it providing an unsurpassed seal.
- Soft retentive fins along the gingival edges fold in smoothly during wedge insertion. These spring back when clear of the interproximal space - firmly locking Composi-Tight 3D Fusion in place.
- Regardless of your preferred matrix system, these ultra-adaptive wedges will help you produce your best, most predictable restorations ever.
Indications for Use
Class II, class III and class IV procedures.
Technique for Class II restorations utilizing Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Soft Face Rings
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Place rubber dam. Isolation of the area helps to prevent contamination from blood and saliva. As with many dental procedures, aspiration of small parts is a valid concern.
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Place FenderWedge prior to preparation to pre-separate and protect the adjacent tooth. Prepare tooth with conservative Class II preparation. Once the preparation is complete, remove the FenderWedge and place your matrix.
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Place Composi-Tight 3D Fusion sectional matrix band. Select a matrix band that most closely approximates the occlusogingival height of the tooth. The Grab-Tab should be oriented toward the occlusal margin and may be bent over the adjacent tooth after placement
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Insert Composi-Tight 3D Fusion wedge. Keep a finger on the matrix band to prevent the wedge from dislodging the band during insertion. Wedge firmly, a high viscosity resin packed into the preparation may displace the band away from the tooth.
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Apply the Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Soft Face ring retainer. Select a retainer ring that is appropriate for the embrasure and tooth being restored. Spread it with the *Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Ring Placement forceps and place it over the wedge.
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Very Important: push the matrix band firmly into contact with the adjacent tooth in the desired contact area.
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Use your preferred etching, disinfecting and bonding technique following manufacturer’s instructions. Apply your preferred composite resin following manufacturer’s instructions.
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Remove the ring, wedge and band.
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Contour and polish the restoration.
Learn the best techniques for wedge placement to eliminate flash on Class II restorations.
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Learn how to properly place the Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Wedge.
Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Ultra-Adaptive Wedges are available in the following sizes in 100-Packs:
- Extra Small (Item Number: 202250)
- Small (202251)
- Medium (202252)
- Large (202253)
Recommended System Kits: Garrison Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Sectional Matrix System
Recommended Matrix Bands: Garrison Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Full Curve Matrix Bands
Recommended Matrix Rings: Garrison Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Matrix Rings
Recommended Ring Placement Forceps: Garrison Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Ring Placement Forceps
Recommended Wedge Kits: Garrison Composi-Tight 3D Fusion Ultra-Adaptive Wedge Kit
Recommended Interproximal Tooth Shields: Garrison FenderWedge Interproximal Tooth Shield