Shofu Hy-Bond Polycarboxylate Cement

• Chemically adheres to tooth structure and cast appliances.
• Exhibits high adhesive strength and low solubility
• Radiopaque, easy to mix and manipulate with a very low film thickness.
• Can be placed on freshly cut dentin with no pulpal irritation.
• Less technique sensitive due to the tannin-fluoride additives.

COMPOSITION:
POWDER:

• Zinc Oxide
• Magnesium Oxide
• HY agents

LIQUID:

• Acrylic acid - tri carboxylic acid co-polymer,
• Tartaric acid
• Distilled Water

SPECIFICATIONS:

CementationLiningWorking Time3 mins2 mins Setting Time4 mins 3 mins

Mixing time: Within 60 sec.

Mixing temperature: 23 ± 1°C (73.4 ± 1.8°F)

STORAGE :

Store at room temperature (1-30°C). Avoid high humidity and keep away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTIONS :

1. Do not use this product on patients with known allergies to this product or polycarboxylate cement.
2. Operators with known allergies to this product or polycarboxylate cement must not use this product.
3. If any inflammation or other allergic reactions occur on either patient or operator, immediately discontinue use and seek medical advice.
4. The liquid and mixture of this product should not come in contact with intraoral soft tissue, skin or eyes. In case of accidental contact with intraoral soft tissue or skin, immediately blot with alcohol moistened cotton ball and rinse with plenty of water. In case of contact with eyes, immediately flush the eyes with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
5. This product is intended for use by dental professionals only.

Shofu Hy - Bond Polycarboxylate Cement Mini Set: 

• 1 x 60 g Powder
• 1 x 40gm Liquid
• Mixing Pad, Spatula

STEP1. Dispensing Powder and Liquid
1-1. For cementation (Standard Powder/Liquid Ratio: 2.2 g/1.0 g) Dispense one level scoop of Powder using the measuring scoop provided and three drops of Liquid, separately.

1-2. For lining (Standard Powder/Liquid Ratio: 3.2 g/1.0 g) Dispense one level scoop of Powder using the measuring scoop provided and two drops of Liquid, separately.

STEP2. Mixing Dispense Powder and Liquid onto a mixing pad or glass slab.
Divide dispensed powder into 2 equal portions; introduce the first half to the dispensed liquid and mix for 15 to 20 sec. with spatula. Then, add the remaining half and mix until it becomes homogeneous paste.

STEP3. Cementation
Clean the surfaces of restoration and natural tooth to be cemented and dry. Apply the cement mixture following the conventional method.

STEP4. Lining
Perform lining following the conventional method.

• Country of Origin: Japan
• Manufacturer: Shofu

Question: What are the advantages of using Zinc Polycarboxylate cement?
Answer: The advantages of using Zinc Polycarboxylate cement include its ability to bond to both tooth structure and restorative material, its low solubility, and its ability to release fluoride ions that can help to prevent tooth decay.

Question: How does Shofu Hy-Bond Polycarboxylate Cement work?
Answer: Shofu Hy-Bond Polycarboxylate Cement works by chemically bonding to both the tooth structure and the restoration. The acid in the cement reacts with the powder to form a matrix that bonds the cement to the tooth structure and the restoration.

Question:What is Shofu Hy-Bond Polycarboxylate Cement made of?
Answer: Shofu Hy-Bond Polycarboxylate Cement is made from a powder consisting of zinc oxide, magnesium oxide, and HY agents, and a liquid consisting of polyacrylic acid, tartaric acid & distilled water.