Joe Blaes, DDS
VALO Cordless Broadband LED Curing Light from Ultradent Products, Inc.
With this curing light, I am not limited to any particular materials. The custom LED pack offers multiple wavelengths that will consistently cure materials within the 395 nm to 480 nm range. This includes camphorquinone and the range of proprietary photo initiators. I find that the five-degree head angle allows me or my assistant to easily keep the light source parallel to the restoration to prevent power dispersion and loss. I like the three curing modes - standard, high power, and Xtra power. (The latter Ultradent claims is just like a plasma light.)
The modes give great flexibility in my restorative procedures, and the simple intuitive timer controls make switching between modes fast and easy. The VALO is made primarily from a single piece of high-grade aluminum that offers excellent heat dissipation and durability. It has a sapphire coating that is scratch-resistant, while its Teflon seal makes it easy to clean. If you are shopping for a new curing light, be sure to take a good look at this one!
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Three-Quarter Arch T-LOC Triple Tray from Premier Cur Dental
This new member of the T-LOC Tray system has the same large, ergonomic handles that simplify the loading of the tray to enable easy transfer between my assistant and me to facilitate tray insertion. Flanges have been added to make for easy tray removal from the mouth. The tray has a patented adhesive-free design that features retention tracks that mechanically lock in impression material, preventing distortion of the impression. The T-LOC Triple Tray brand comes in three-quarter arch, posterior, and anterior styles for your impression tray needs. Three techniques in one saves time, money, and material.
Visit premusa.com to learn more.