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TheraBase®

BISCO's TheraBase is a dual-cured, calcium and fluoride releasing, self-adhesive base/liner.

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Description

Dual-Cured, Calcium and Fluoride-Releasing, Self-Adhesive Base/Liner

TheraBase is a dual-cure, calcium and fluoride-releasing, self-adhesive base/liner. Utilizing the THERA technology, TheraBase chemically bonds to tooth structure, and releases and recharges calcium and fluoride ions.1 TheraBase’s calcium release generates an alkaline PH* which promotes pulp vitality.2 It is a dual-cured material that will polymerize even in deep restorations where light cannot reach.

TheraBase is stronger and more durable than other base materials, glass ionomers and resin-modified glass ionomers.* Additionally, it is radiopaque allowing for easy identification on radiographs, providing a quick and effective diagnosis.

Unique Benefits:

  • Continuous release of calcium and fluoride ions*
  • Self-adhesive, no bonding agents required
  • High compressive strength, absorbs occlusal forces without fracturing
  • Radiopaque, allows for identification on radiographs and effective diagnosis
  • Auto-mix, dual syringe provides a consistent mix for immediate delivery with zero to minimal waste of material
  • Dual-cured material that will cure even in deep restorations where light cannot reach

Clinical Benefits:

  • Generates an alkaline pH (pH=11*) in minutes, which promotes pulp vitality2
  • Contains the adhesion promoting monomer MDP, ensuring reliable and optimal bond to dentin3
TheraBase®

Features & Benefits

Calcium & Fluoride Release

Calcium & Fluoride Release

Continuous release of calcium and fluoride ions.

Alkaline Ph

Alkaline Ph

Generates an Alkaline pH (pH=11*) in minutes, which promotes pulp vitality.

Self-Adhesive Resin Cement

Self-Adhesive Resin Cement

Self-Adhesive! No bonding agents required - Save time and money.

Contains MDP

Contains MDP

Contains the adhesion promoting monomer MDP, ensuring reliable and optimal bond to dentin.

Dual-Cured

Dual-Cured

Dual-cured, material will cure even in deep restorations where light cannot reach!

High Degree of Conversion

High Degree of Conversion

A high degree of conversion ensures enhanced physical properties.

High Compressive Strength

High Compressive Strength

Absorbs shock and stress from occlusal forces without fracturing.

High Flexural Strength

High Flexural Strength

Stronger and more fracture resistant.

Radiopaque

Radiopaque

Easy to identify on radiographs for quick and effective diagnosis.

Easy To Use

Easy To Use

Auto-mix, dual-syringe provides a consistent mix for immediate delivery.

 
 

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TheraBase and TheraCal LC – is there a reason to have both?
Yes. TheraBase is not intended to replace TheraCal LC. TheraBase is a material to be used as a base/liner under restorations while TheraCal LC is indicated for direct and indirect pulp capping and as a liner. They may both be used together in a sandwich technique case for optimum calcium and fluoride release benefits.

How are TheraBase and TheraCal LC different and/or alike?
TheraBase is a dual-cured, calcium and fluoride-releasing material indicated for base restorations. TheraCal LC may also be used as a base but needs to be placed in 1 mm increments and light-cured between layers. TheraBase and TheraCal LC both utilize THERA technology, a hydrophilic resin matrix that facilitates calcium release. TheraBase and TheraCal LC are both radiopaque and generate an alkaline pH.

How thick can TheraBase be placed?
Bases are typically a thicker placement of material. TheraBase is dual-cured ensuring that your restorations will polymerize even in deep restorations where light cannot reach.

Do I need to bond before placing TheraBase?
Bonding is not required before the placement of TheraBase. TheraBase is a self-adhesive material and the benefits of the calcium and fluoride release are hindered if a bonding agent is placed between TheraBase and the dentin.

How many base applications can you get out of the 8g syringe of TheraBase?
Approximately 27-29 base applications.

What is the storage for TheraBase?
Store TheraBase at room temperature (68°-77° F; 20°-25° C).

How does TheraBase stand out compared to RMGI’s/GI’s base/liner materials?
TheraBase continuously releases both fluoride and calcium*, but GI’s and RMGI’s release only fluoride. TheraBase is offered in an auto-mix dual syringe providing consistent mix and immediate delivery. GI’s and RMGI’s, typically require manual mixing, trituration, or a special dispenser. TheraBase has higher flexural & compressive strength than most GI’s and RMGI’s, making it more durable and less prone to fractures.

What is the working time and setting time of TheraBase?
Working Time: Minimum 1 minute (includes mixing) at 22°C (71.6°F).
Setting Time: Maximum 5 minutes at 37°C (98.6°F).

What is the color of TheraBase?
Natural.

* Data on file.

 

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*Data on file. BISCO, Inc.

1 Gleave CM, Chen L, Suh BI. Calcium & fluoride recharge of resin cements. Dent Mater. 2016 (32S):e26

2T. Okabe, M. Sakamoto, H. Takeuchi, K. Matsushima. Effects of pH on Mineralization Ability of Human Dental Pulp Cells. Journal of Endodontics. Volume 32, Number 3, March 2006.

3Hydrolytic stability of self-etch adhesives bonded to dentin, S Inoue 1, K Koshiro, Y Yoshida, J De Munck, K Nagakane, K Suzuki, H Sano, B Van Meerbeek, Journal of Dental Dentistry, December 2005