Shofu Dental Corporation introduces a ground-breaking composite with low-shrink attributes and bioactive Giomer chemistry
SAN MARCOS, California— Shofu Dental Corporation, a leading manufacturer of award-winning dental materials and equipment, introduced Beautifil II LS (Low Shrink), a ground-breaking hybrid composite formulated to minimize polymerization shrinkage and shrinkage stress in all cavity classes.
Despite multiple advances in dental material science (most of the current composites in the market shrink about 2% to 5%), volumetric shrinkage and the resultant shrinkage stress continue to challenge the clinicians. It has been reported that the shrinkage stress can weaken the bond between the tooth structure and the restoration, and lead to the formation of secondary caries, post-operative sensitivity, and debonding. As polymerization shrinkage cannot be completely eliminated, various techniques and protocols have been developed to address the problem.
Inclusive of Shofu’s proprietary bioactive Giomer technology, clinically vetted in 8- and 13-year studies, Beautifil II LS (Low Shrink) demonstrates volumetric shrinkage of 0.85% and polymerization shrinkage stress of 2.72 MPa – the lowest values among all universal composites in the market today.
Credited for these outstanding results are a new proprietary monomer and high-density pre-polymerized fillers which also exhibit tooth-like optical properties and naturally beautiful aesthetics.
Available in 4.5-gram syringes, 20 x 0.25-gram tips, and a value intro kit, in 14 dentin and enamel shades, Beautifil II LS (Low Shrink) offers the clinicians predictable and functional aesthetics with greater strength, higher wear resistance and virtually instant polishability.