Coltene Affinis Set (Addition Silicone)

AFFINIS is a silicone-based impression material for use in dentistry.

AFFINIS putty super soft is a very smooth putty, which can be easily mixed to a homogeneous consistency. Super soft putty is ideal for all one-step putty/wash techniques.

COMPOSITION:

Polyvinylsiloxane, addition-type silicone elastomer.

INDICATIONS:

Putty:

• Primary impression in the putty-wash impression technique
• Tray material for the simultaneous mixing technique
• Tray material for the copperband impression technique
• Impressions for study models, orthodontic models, matrices

Light Body:

• Wash material for the putty-wash impression technique
• Syringe material for the simultaneous mixing technique
• Impression material for relining

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Provided that the product is used as directed, there are no known contra-indications

FEATURES:

• Easy, quick, homogeneous mixing
• Ideal firmness for a tray material
• Excellent blend with wash material
• Oil-Free Texture- dry to the touch
• Time Saving (quick mix and fast set)

TECHNICAL DATA:

Mixing time (15 ml): 30 secs

Time in mouth (35°C/95°F): 2 mins

Side effects /Interactions

Polyvinylsiloxanes have very good biological compatibility and up to now no harmful reactions or secondary effects on patients and/or dental personnel are known. Impression materials are intended to set in the mouth of the patient, however, they should remain in the mouth not more than twice the setting time. Although they have reasonably high tear strength, care should be taken that no portion of the impression material remains in the interdental spaces or in the sulcus. Undercuts should, in certain instances, be blocked out before taking the impression

Trays

Tray selection depends on impression technique and professional preference of stock trays, double arch bite trays or custom trays. For perfect adhesion, we recommend applying a thin layer of Coltène® Adhesive or any other brand of adhesive specified for use with polyvinylsiloxane impression materials.

Coltene Affinis Light Body:

• 2 x 50 ml Cartridge
• 12 mixing tips

Coltene Affinis Regular Body:

• 2 x 50 ml Cartridge
• 12 mixing tips

Coltene Affinis Putty:

• 1 x 300ml Base
• 1 x 300ml Catalyst

Coltene Affinis Putty & Light Body:

• 1 x 300ml Base
• 1 x 300ml Catalyst
• 2 x 50 ml Cartridge
• 12 mixing tips

Coltene Affinis Putty:

Dosage:

Measure out level scoopfulls of Base and Catalyst.

Attention: Avoid interchanging the color coded measuring-scoops, each belonging to one of the components, since there is a risk of contamination!

Mixing:

1. Take the base material and the catalyst with the fingertips and start mixing. (Always wear gloves)

2. Knead the material with the fingertips until the color is uniform

Attention: Only use the Base and Catalyst from the same package. Recommendations for use «double mix technique» While mixing, the dentist may begin to apply the wash-material around the preparation. Tray loading and application of wash-material around the preparation have to be completed at the same time. Keep the oral tip immersed in the material at all times to avoid trapping air. Immediately place tray filled with heavy body material into the patient’s mouth. Press for 2-3 s and hold in position until the material is completely set. «two step technique» If a 2-Step «putty /wash» technique is used, the primary impression made with putty material, must be carefully cleaned and dried before use. This will help guarantee good adhesion between the wash (low viscosity material) and putty tray material.

Disinfection:

The impression should be rinsed under (cold) running tap water after removal from the mouth. After rinsing, disinfection with a suitable commercial dental disinfectant solution will not affect the impression surface or dimensions. Acrylic trays should be protected against water absorption.

Coltene Affinis Light Body:

1. Pull off the cartridge plug and discard it

2. Eject a small amount of material directly out of the cartridge onto a paper towel/tissue held in your hand. Extrude enough material until it is evident that base and catalyst are being ejected. This ensures proper mixing

3. Immediately wipe the cartridge orifice to remove excess material

4. Attach the selected mixing tip to the cartridge and twist a ¼ turn clock-wise (90°) to lock it in place

5. Push the Oral Tip firmly onto the Mixing Tip

6. Squeeze the trigger with a smooth, steady force to mix and dispense material. Avoid abrupt movements. Release the trigger to stop the flow.

Recommendations for use

Double mix technique

While loading the tray, the dentist may begin to apply the washmaterial around the preparation. Tray loading and application of wash-material around the preparation have to be completed at thesame time. Keep the oral tip immersed in the material at all times to avoid trapping air. Immediately place filled tray into the patient’s mouth. Press for 2 –3 s and hold in position until the material is completely set

Two step technique

If a 2-Step «putty or heavy body /wash» technique is used, the primary impression, must be carefully cleaned and dried before use. This will help guarantee good adhesion between the wash (low viscosity material) and tray material.