LuxaCrown does not contain latex or gluten.

The polishing study from the University of Pennsylvania provides information on a polishing protocol and comparable items can be used to the one’s listed.

LuxaCrown can be polished by using a lite gray polisher which works on buccal surfaces and adapts nicely to occlusal surfaces. Then follow it with goat hair stiff brush with chamois. Complete the polishing with felt cloth wheel.

The compressive strength of LuxaCrown is 333 ± 13 MPa. With regards to compressive strength, results above 300 are great.

Yes, LuxaCrown is a crown and bridge material and can be used to produced bridges.

LuxaCrown shades are similar, but not identical to the complex Vita guide.

LuxaCrown is made of glass filler material in a matrix of multifunctional methacrylates; catalysts, stabilizers, and additives. It does not contain methyl methacrylate. The filler content is 46 wt.%= 26 vol.%. (0.02 to 1.5 μm)

DMG recommends the following insurance codes:

• 02394 Resin based composite – 4 or more surfaces, posterior
• 02710 Crown – Resin based composite (indirect)

LuxaCrown restorations can last in the mouth for up to 12 months.

LuxaCrown has been cleared by FDA and available in the United States. Currently it is not available in Canada.

LuxaCrown is not intended as a replacement for conventional permanent restorations. LuxaCrown’s primary indications are long-lasting restorations. LuxaCrown bridges the gap between simple temporary restorations and permanent restorations with its strength, durability and esthetics.

Available in Automix cartridge dispenser (10:1).

There are no known allergies or sensitivities caused by LuxaCrown. However, in rare cases, contact with skin may cause allergic contact dermatitis and some of the ingredients may produce an allergic reaction.

You can make 36 single crowns from a single cartridge.

You can make 24 bridges from a single cartridge.

40 seconds.

LuxaCrown is removed during the elastic phase, i.e. 1:45-2:20 minutes after mixing LuxaCrown. This value applies to intraoral application. Outside of the mouth, approximately double the time is required. Monitor the setting process with the probe and/or place a sample of the material on your hand and test for “gummy bear” consistency.

To prevent an opened cartridge from frying out leave the used mixing tip on the cartridge as a cap.

There are no known factors that inhibit LuxaCrown’s setting response.

Bubbles can be avoided by keeping the mixing tip immersed in the material preventing air from becoming trapped.

LuxaCrown is chemically cured.

LuxaCrown can be used to repair or rework pre-existing LuxaCrown crowns even after these have been worn for a long time. LuxaCrown material that has not set will stick to the finished LuxaCrown restoration. To ensure adhesion, roughen the surface beforehand and use a bonding agent. LuxaFlow Ultra can also be used to repair LuxaCrown restorations.

LuxaCrown can be luted temporarily with temporary cements such as TempoCemID or permanently with permanent cements such as PermaCem 2.0.

In the case of permanent luting, resin-based cements may prevent setting.

We recommend PermaCem 2.0 or PermaCem Dual. PermaCem 2.0 bonds to all substrates which makes it perfect cement for LuxaCrown.

Yes, it is.

The shelf of LuxCrown is two years.

There is 50 ml (or 76 g) of LuxaCrown in each cartridge.

The thickness must be 1.5 mm or more, the fracture resistance of composite crowns improves by increasing the occlusal thickness.  But the tooth core height must not be less than 3 mm, otherwise retention will be compromised. The principle of preserving sound dental tissues must be always respected.

If LuxaCrown is being used for long-term use, then polishing LuxaCrown is essential. But if it is being used for a temporary solution, then you can bypass the polishing process, but it should be glaze.

LuxaCrown should be kept away from direct sunlight and stored in a dry place at room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Do not use LuxCrown after the expiration date.

The following bonding agents are recommended: Stern Vantage Varnish LC, ExactaGlaze, TempSpan Glaze

LuxaCrown is indicated for the restoration of the anatomical form in order to provide durable protection for the remaining tooth, esthetic corrections and restoring chewing function.

LuxaCrown’s clinical applications are implants, complex phased treatment plans, geriatric, pediatric, mid to long-term implant restorations, cosmetic restorative cases.

Margin designs chamfer and shoulder can be used. However, deep chamfer, ca. 1mm, is recommended for better marginal adaptation and fracture strength.

There are no known factors that inhibit the setting reaction. Blood should be avoided anyway since it affects the color of the restoration. Problems with using latex gloves during the manufacturing of the LuxaCrown restoration were not noticed.

Yes, acrylic bonds to Luxatemp. Ensure surface is clean. Lightly abrade the pertinent spot on the restoration with a cutter or sandblaster. Apply monomer from acrylic to Luxatemp and then add acrylic to it.

Yes, ensure the area is clean. Then lightly abrade the area of the restoration with a cutter or sandblaster. Apply a bonding agent in accordance with the directions for use and add Luxatemp.

Luxatemp Ultra has a greater degree of flexural strength compared to Luxatemp Plus or Luxatemp Florescence. Luxatemp Ultra is recommended since it is the latest product within the Luxatemp family of products; however, product recommendation will vary depending on product being currently used and whether an issue is being experienced as well as the nature of the issue.

Luxatemp does not contain sulfur or sulfuric compounds such as sulfites.

When composite material sets, a very thin layer of non-hardened acrylic is present due to the presence of atmospheric oxygen that prevents the acrylic from setting completely.

The smear layer can be easily removed with alcohol.

• Luxatemp Ultra: A1, A2, A3, A3.5, B1 and Bleach Light
• Luxatemp Fluorescence: A1, A2, A3, A3.5, B1 and Bleach Light
• Luxatemp Plus: A1, A2, A3.5, B1 and Bleach Light

Luxatemp is available in Automix cartridges for a 10:1 dispenser and Smartmix syringe.

You can make 34-38 single crowns from one cartridge.

You can make 23-25 three-unit bridges from one cartridge.

You can make approximately 10 single crowns from one Smartmix syringe.

You can make approximately 5 three-unit bridges from one Smartmix syringe.

Leave the used mixing tip on the cartridge as a cap.

45 seconds.

Luxatemp Ultra should be removed during the elastic phase, i.e. 1:30-2:20 minutes after mixing Luxatemp Ultra. The time applies for intraoral application. Outside of the mouth, the time value doubles. The setting process should be monitored with a probe or with a sample of the material placed on the hand and tested for a “gummy bear” consistency.

Luxatemp Ultra is chemically cured. Luxatemp Solar is light cured which is the reason for the black cartridge.

The setting of the cement may be inhibited.

The temperature of Luxatemp Ultra during polymerization is low (approximately <40° depending on the measurement method). It also does not contain any methyl methacrylates or peroxide which minimizes the risk of an allergic reaction and prevents gum irritation.

Bubbles can be avoided by keeping the mixing tip immersed in the material preventing air from becoming trapped.

Yes, Luxatemp Ultra is biocompatible because it does not contain methyl methacrylates which minimizes the risk of an allergic reaction. Additionally, the temperature of Luxatemp Ultra during polymerization is low (approximately <40° depending on the measurement method).

Luxatemp does not contain gluten.

Luxatemp does not contain BPA, metal or fluoride

With Luxatemp Solar the elastic phase can be prolonged because final polymerization is done by light curing which makes it well-suited for multi-unit bridges.

Generally, long-term temporaries made with Luxatemp can remain in the mouth for roughly 6 months.

Temporaries can be repaired with LuxaFlow Ultra.

No, Luxatemp is not radiopaque.