Filling All the Gaps: Flowable Composites

• This self-adhesive nano-hybrid flowable composite is designed to eliminate the need for technique-sensitive bonding procedures by providing a chemical bond and resin tag infiltration.
• FIT SA features Giomer Technology with long-term bioactive and therapeutic characteristics, including anti-bacterial, anti-plaque acid neutralization.
• It is BPA-free and formulated to provide ideal handling, superior light transmission and diffusion properties, and total integration of bioactive benefits.
• Its dual viscosity functionality makes it suitable for liners, small Class I, Class III, and Class V cases, and for geriatric or pediatric patients.

Shofu Dental
800-827-4638 | shofu.com

• AELITEFLO is specifically developed with a patented long-chain monomer, which is designed to supplement the conventional Bis-GMA resin to provide a more elastic composite.
• The composite’s low modulus of elasticity is said to microscopically bend with the natural flexure of the tooth to prevent de-bonding and marginal breakdown.
• Its microhybrid glass filler formula provides wear resistance and strength.
• Formulated for easy handling, the material is said to be easily dispensed and allow for effortless adoption to dentition.

BISCO
800-247-3368 | bisco.com

• This flowable composite liner utilizes Bioglass to attract and exchange bioactive ions within the oral cavity.
• It is formulated to provide protection through its continuous pH buffering, which helps prevent erosion and secondary decay.
• Healing is promoted through the bio-constructive impact of the material, closing marginal gaps and preserving marginal integrity.
• Designed to deposit ions at the resin dentin interface, RE-GEN Flowable is said to offer a high level of radiopacity and contains no bisphenol-A (BPA) or BPA derivatives.

Vista Apex
877-418-4782 | vistaapex.com

• This light-curable, universal flowable composite can be used in Class I, Class II, and occlusal surface restorations, as well as Class VI restorations.
• It contains submicron fillers that are treated with a proprietary saline coupling agent, which is designed to give the composite excellent mechanical properties.
• Its submicron fillers are designed to make the material easy to polish in seconds.
• The shape and size of its different fillers are formulated to provide excellent handling characteristics.

Kuraray Noritake
800-879-1676
kuraraydental.com/product/clearfil-majesty-es-flow/

• This fiber-reinforced material is indicated for dentin replacement in direct restorations and core buildups.
• everX Flow is designed to reinforce restorations and display an exceptionally high fracture toughness.
• Its fibers help prevent crack propagation through fillings and tooth structure to avoid failures.
• A very thixotropic viscosity allows it to flow and adapt to the cavity floor without slumping.
• Available in 2 shades. The Bulk shade features a depth of cure of 5.5 mm for deep cavities, and the Dentin shade has a higher opacity and requires layering for more esthetic results.

GC America, Inc
800-323-7063 | gcamerica.com

• This line of 3 flowables is designed to offer universal indications for use, including Class I to Class V restorations, as base and liners, and more.
• Its non-hybrid technology utilizes nanoparticles that have been combined with glass-ceramic particles and a resin matrix to give the materials a filler content said to exceed conventional flowable materials.
• The GrandioSO Light Flow is a 76% filled low-viscosity material. The GrandioSO Flow is an 81% filled medium-viscosity material, and the GrandioSO Heavy Flow is an 83% heavy-viscosity material that does not slump.

VOCO America
888-658-2584 | vocoamerica.com

• Filtek is formulated with patented TRUE nanotechnology, which is said to make the nanoparticles more uniform, resulting in excellent wear resistance and polished retention.
• An improved syringe design simplifies placement and produces no bubbles or material run-on during dispensing.
• The new tip is also designed for easy access to the prep area with an adjustable cannula that can be bent by hand without kinking.
• The syringe is designed for better ergonomics and features a triangle finger plate and larger plunger.

3M
800-634-2249 | 3m.com/filtek

• Aura Easyflow is highly radiopaque at 265% AI when used as a liner under direct restorations.
• Its nanohybrid filler system is designed to ensure the material has strong mechanical properties that will withstand the wear and flexion that occur during normal masticatory function.
• It also features a unique cloud base shading system, which makes it easier to shade match in the esthetic zones.
• Easyflow is available in syringes and complets for precision placement.

SDI
800-228-5166 | sdi.com.au

• Utilizing Smart Chromatic Technology and uniformly sized supra-nano spherical fillers, this material is designed to match every color of tooth from A1 to D4 with a single shade of composite.
• Its strength and wear resistance reportedly make it suitable for a range of indications beyond cavity lining and minor restorations, including all cases of direct anterior and posterior restorations and the repair of porcelain/composite.
• This material offers increased efficiency, eliminating the need to stock multiple shades of 1 material and thereby simplifying inventory management.
• It’s also said to reduce composite waste and offer cost savings to practices.

Tokuyama Dental America, Inc
877-378-3548 | omnichromaflow.com/us

• This nanohybrid flowable composite utilizes Smart Placement Technology, an additive that allows the material to be placed while holding its shape.
• This same additive is designed to encourage higher surface tension after placement to eliminate run.
• Featuring a reported volumetric shrinkage of 2.79%, this material was designed with a high filler loading rate for minimal polymerization shrinkage.
• Its radiopacity is over 300%, making it easily discernable on radiographs.
• It also features a high flexural strength and a high glass retention.

Kavo Kerr
800-537-7123 | kerrdental.com

• This liquid micro-hybrid provides the strength, wear resistance, and low shrinkage of a hybrid composite in a pseudoplastic handling.
• The material’s unique handling allows it to stack when it is dispensed without slumping and to flow on command when manipulated with an instrument.
• It comes available in 10 shades—7 Vita shades and 3 accessory shades—as well as a choice of delivery methods.

Dentsply Sirona
844-848-0137 | dentsplysirona.com

• A submicron-hybrid composite, Venus Flow is extremely thixotropic, allowing it to flow into cavities homogeneously.
• The material’s low viscosity and thixotropic properties make it suitable for a range of indications, including Class I, Class II, Class III, and Class V restorations, as well as repairs of direct and indirect restorations.
• It also features high radiopacity, low shrinkage stress, and high flexural strength for durable restorations.

Kulzer
800-431-1785 | kulzerus.com

• This micro-hybrid flowable composite is designed with a unique chameleon shade, ShadeFusion™, which blends and reflects adjacent hues to create a natural-looking esthetic.
• Flows-Rite is suitable for a range of indications, including esthetic restorations, veneer cementation, fissure sealant, cervical repairs, and preventative resin restorations, and for use as base/liner.
• It features excellent esthetics, polishability, viscosity, and handling characteristics.
• It is available in shades A1, A3, A3, A3.5, B2, C2, and ShadeFusion.

Pulpdent Corp.
800-343-4342 | pulpdent.com

• StartFlow is formulated to offer superior flow characteristics and esthetics for ideal results.
• Its sub-micron particle size gives the material great polishability and stain resistance.
• This light-curable material is highly flowable and is often used in pit and fissure sealable applications.
• Features True Vita shade matching and is radiopaque and non-sticky.
• It is available in 9 shades from A1 to C4.

Zest Dental Solutions
800-262-2310 | zestdent.com

• Formulated to be flowable while retaining its stability, it flows where it is needed and is stable when required.
• Tetric EvoFlow features a radiopacity of 360%, making it easy for clinicians to distinguish between dental tissue and restorative material.
• Its 14 shades cover all flowable indications.
• Its syringe is designed with ergonomically shaped grips for comfortable dispensing and a slender 0.9-mm tip for precision application.

Ivoclar Vivadent
800-533-6825 | ivoclarvivadent.us