Clinical treatment protocol

1. Prepare the tooth structure for treatment by cleaning it with a fluoride free polishing paste. Before treatment, while the teeth are still moist, select the Venus Diamond Flow shade.

2. Remove any caries and complete minimally invasive preparation of the tooth structure according to the general guidelines for adhesive fillings. Then clean and dry the cavity. The use of a rubber dam is recommended.

3. A quality adhesive system (e.g. iBOND® Self Etch or iBOND® Total Etch) should be applied to the enamel and dentin in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions before inserting the filling material. Avoid any contamination of conditioned or adhesive-treated surfaces with moisture, blood or saliva.

4. Apply Venus Diamond Flow in thin layers (max. 2 mm, baseliner max. 1 mm) to the cavity. When applying Venus Diamond Flow ensure that it flows slowly and evenly to prevent air bubbles. If necessary, remove any air bubbles with a probe before polymerisation.

5-6. Polymerise each layer using a suitable light-curing unit (e.g. Translux® Power Blue®) for 20 sec.

7. Venus Diamond Flow can be prepared and polished immediately following polymerisation.

8-9. Finishing diamonds, tungsten carbide instruments, flexible discs, silicone polishers and polishing brushes are suitable for preparing.