3M™ Filtek™ Universal Restorative is a light-activated composite material designed for creating natural-looking restorations in both the front and back of the mouth. Its shades have a similar opacity to natural teeth, allowing for deep curing up to 2mm. The material is also radiopaque and available in shades A1, A2, A3, and A3.5, with the option for a Pink Opaquer to mask discolorations and stains. It can be applied in 1mm increments for precise placement.
Indication
- Direct anterior and posterior restorations (including occlusal surfaces), core buildups, splinting, and indirect restorations (inlays, onlays, and veneers).
Features
- Shade selection has been simplified with 1 universal opacity and 8 designer shades to cover the majority of restorations.
- Excellent concealer for dark spots caused by metal or stained dentition.
- Used for excellent polish retention and wear resistance.
- can be safely warmed for up to 1 hour at 70oC/158oF.
- Fluorescent pigments give restorations a more natural appearance.
- Increases radiopacity for easier identification at recall
