GC EUROPE G-aenial Universal Flo - Manual (Page 4)

4 G-ænial Universal Flo Technical Manual
1.0 introduction
The use of flowable composites has increased since their introduction in 1995. at that time, the
main indication for flowable composites was as a liner, mainly under posterior composite
restorations. Their flowability ensures a perfect adaptation to cavity preparation walls, decreasing
the risk of air entrapment and the inclusion of voids and helping to reduce the stress at the margins
of the restoration.
The reduced filler load in flowable composites increases their flowability such that the material is
easily dispensed and flows smoothly for easy placement.
Traditional flowable composites have limited indications due to their poor physical and mechanical
properties relative to other types of composites, and can only be used as liners, for small cavities
and tunnel preparations.
as a result of extensive research, Gc is now introducing two new flowable products that solve these
problems:
• G-ænial Universal Flo:
The physical properties are equal to current composite materials (i.e., non-flowables) which
allows for their durable and safe use in all direct restorations (classes i-V).
• G-ænial Flo:
a highly flowable composite suited to the classical flowable indications, with a viscosity that
allows for easy and smooth placement.
This technical manual provides information on the unique formulation and properties of G-ænial
universal Flo that allow it to be used for all types of direct composite restorations while still
offering the convenient handling and ease-of-use of a flowable composite.
2.0 Product description
G-ænial universal Flo is a flowable, light-cured, radiopaque restorative designed to provide a true
universal restorative material that can be used for a variety of indications while offering excellent
viscosity and perfect direct syringe application.
3.0 indications for use
G-ænial universal Flo is indicated for:
• Direct restorations for all Class I, II, III, IV and V cavities.
• Minimum Intervention cavities
• Splinting: fixation of mobile teeth