| IPS e.max® Cementation Guide |
Step-by-Step Cementation of IPS e.max restorations using various cements recommended by Ivoclar Vivadent
| STEPS | SpeedCEM | Multilink Automix | Variolink II | Variolink Veneer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Condition Tooth Preparation | (Not required) | (Not required) | Etch dentin with 37% phosphoric acid for 15 seconds (30 seconds on enamel) Rinse and dry leaving dentin slightly moist. | Etch dentin with 37% phosphoric acid for 15 seconds (30 seconds on enamel) Rinse and dry leaving dentin slightly moist. |
| Apply Bonding Agent | (Not required) | (1) Scrub 1:1 mixture of Primer A&B on dentin for 15 secs (30 seconds on enamel). (2) Air dry. | (1) Scrub ExciTE into preparation for 10 seconds. (2) Air dry & light cure for 10 seconds | (1) Scrub ExciTE into preparation for 10 seconds. (2) Air dry & light cure for 10 seconds |
| Load Cement | Load cement into (HF etched and silanated) IPS e.max restoration. | |||
| Seat | Seat restoration to place. | |||
| Clean-up | Follow preferred clean-up technique. | |||
| Final cure | Final cure for 10 seconds (e.g. bluephase) from each aspect of restoration. | |||