Ivoclar Cention N Starter Kit

Ivoclar Cention N – Starter Kit

Ivoclar Cention N is a radiopaque, self-curing filling material with an optional light-curing feature. It releases fluoride, calcium, and hydroxide ions, making it suitable as a full-volume replacement material for Class I, II, and V restorations. Light curing can be performed in the wavelength range of 400–500 nm, if desired.

Cention N belongs to the Alkasite group of materials and combines tooth-coloured esthetics with high flexural strength. Its patented alkaline filler supports the release of hydroxide ions during acid attacks, helping regulate pH levels and prevent demineralization. Additionally, the release of fluoride and calcium ions promotes remineralization of dental enamel. The advanced initiator system ensures reliable self-curing.

Cention N is remarkably simple to use and does not require a primer, varnish, or curing device. Compared to conventional glass ionomer cements, up to seven working steps can be eliminated. Only dosing, mixing, filling, and finishing are required.

Composition

• Liquid: Dimethacrylates, initiators, stabilizers, and additives
• Powder: Calcium fluoro-silicate glass, barium glass, calcium-barium-aluminium fluoro-silicate glass, iso-fillers, ytterbium trifluoride, initiators, and pigments

Once mixed (Powder : Liquid = 4.6 : 1 by weight, equivalent to 1 measuring scoop of powder + 1 drop of liquid), Cention N contains 78.4 wt% (57.6 vol%) inorganic fillers. The particle size of the fillers ranges from 0.1 to 7 µm.

Indications

• Use without adhesive in Class I and Class II cavities with retentive preparation
• Class I and II restorations in permanent teeth with adhesive
• Class V restorations (cervical lesions) in permanent teeth with adhesive
• Restoration of deciduous teeth, with or without adhesive

Contraindications

• When a dry working field cannot be established or the prescribed technique cannot be followed
• In patients with known allergies to any ingredients of Cention N
• When used as a luting composite

Features

• Stronger than conventional glass ionomer cement
• More esthetic than amalgam and glass ionomer cement
• Time-saving replacement of tooth structure in only four working steps

Technical Specifications

• Mixing time (at 23°C): 45–60 seconds
• Working time: 3 minutes
• Setting time (self-curing): 5 minutes from start of mixing
• Shade: A2

Available Packs

• 15 g pack
• 30 g pack

Starter Kit Contents

• 1 × Powder – 15 g
• 1 × Liquid – 4 ml