Designed for enhanced comfort and easier injection, the improved dispenser provides better access while reducing bubbles and waste

Over the past few decades, flowable composites have transformed from the new material on the market to a mainstay product in dental clinics around the world. With benefits ranging from the ability to easily inject the material intraorally to creating an intimate adaptation between the tooth and the restoration, it’s no surprise that the popularity of flowable composites has continued to grow.

Although there are many advantages when using flowables, there are always ways to improve upon existing products. With this in mind, 3M continues to develop innovative solutions to alleviate pain points and is proud to introduce an improved version of the current flowable products featuring an entirely new syringe that is engineered specifically to improve both ease of use and overall comfort.

Both of 3M’s current flowable composite materials, 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme Flowable Restorative and 3M™ Filtek™ Bulk Fill Flowable Restorative, will now feature the improved syringe design in order to simplify placement. The new tip reduces both bubbles and waste by producing virtually no bubbles or material run-on during the dispensing process. It also allows for effortless access to the prep area with an easy- to-bend cannula that can be bent by hand without kinking.

The new syringe is also more ergonomic and user-friendly, featuring a triangle finger plate and larger plunger, making it easy to hold and inject while providing the ability to quickly personalize the grip. While the syringe is new and improved, the flowable materials remain as dependable as ever, providing the same benefits as always: excellent adaptation, polish retention and wear resistance.

“With the introduction of the new syringe design, our most popular flowable is now even easier to inject and more comfortable to use,” said Andrew Milder, Global Business Team Leader, Oral Care Direct Solutions, 3M. “3M understands the importance of providing dentists with the best of the best, which is why we are continuously improving our products to simplify their lives. 3M™ Filtek™ Flowable Restoratives are specifically designed to address the downsides associated with flowable materials while improving upon them to make great products even better.”

Both 3M Filtek Supreme Flowable Restorative and 3M Filtek Bulk Fill Restorative are versatile for a wide range of indications and techniques, including everything from Class III and V restorations to use as a base or liner under direct restorations. The materials adapt easily, seal the margin and are safe to warm*.

*3M Internal Data

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