Esthetic glass ionomer restorative released

GC America has released Fuji IX GP EXTRA, the first esthetic glass ionomer restorative utilizing a new generation of glass filler technology to provide a fast setting, highly esthetic restoration without sacrificing strength.

Fuji IX GP EXTRA is available in 8 shades (A1, A2, A3, A3.5, B1, B2, B3 and C4) in an easily mixed and dispensed capsule form.

Fuji IX GP EXTRA provides:

* Extra translucency for improved shade matching
* Extra fluoride release (six times higher than Fuji IX GP FAST)
* Extra fast setting time (2 ½ minutes from start of mix)

Fuji IX GP EXTRA is recommended for:

* Class I and II restorations in deciduous teeth
* Non-load bearing Class I and Class II restorations in permanent teeth
* Intermediate restorations
* Use as a base material in Class I and Class II cavities using the sandwich technique
* Class V and root surface restorations, and core build-ups.

"GC Fuji IX GP EXTRA sets itself apart as the only aesthetic glass ionomer restorative with sufficient strength for posterior applications," said Dr. Robert Lee, Director of Marketing, GC America Inc.

"With superior esthetics and the highest fluoride release in its class, Fuji IX GP EXTRA is ideal for all patients, especially those with a high caries risk. Fuji IX GP EXTRA is a true self cure glass ionomer, offering many intrinsic benefits such as chemical adhesion which works well in a wet field and unsurpassed marginal seal without the need for etching or bonding agents."

GC Corporation is celebrating 85 years of bringing exciting new biocompatible and environmentally friendly products with unequaled levels of quality to the professional community.

For more information on GC America's products, visit www.gcamerica.com.