Music to the Dentist’s Ears
Mark J. Friedman, DDS, on Brasseler USA’s BrioShine™ Feather Lite™ MP3
Friedman Dentistry is a state-of-the-art digital dental practice where the quality of patient care and dedication to patient comfort are always our first priority. We offer a full spectrum of restorative dentistry services with microscopic precision, and our motto is "Experience the difference."
One product that has made a true difference in our practice is Brasseler USA's revolutionary BrioShine™ Feather Lite™ MP3 (Multi-Purpose Purple Polishers), an ingenious intraoral shaping and polishing instrument. It can be used on composite resins, polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), feldspathic porcelain, lithium disilicate, zirconia, and natural tooth structure. It eliminates the need to switch from high-speed to low-speed instruments, from diamonds to finishing burs, or from silicone points to polishing pastes. The MP3 is music to my ears because it saves precious chair time and consistently improves the quality of our restorative dentistry outcomes in so many applications..
Available in coarse, medium, and fine, the MP3 features diamond crystals imbedded in a proprietary rubber-like matrix that is fused to a latch mandrel for slow-speed handpieces. The MP3's shape transforms as it slowly wears, improving its performance for specific areas of tooth anatomy. It starts as a thin, knife-edge instrument that is used like a finishing disc. As it wears slightly, starburst-shaped ribs are exposed that permit easy access to every tooth surface within the oral cavity. Initially, these finger-like projections improve shaping and polishing performance on the axial and occlusal surfaces of the posterior teeth; however, further wear reduces the diameter of the instrument to precisely access the lingual concavity of the anterior teeth without loss of performance. In my practice, all three MP3s are a must-have on every restorative tray setup.
The efficient cleanup of excess cement after the delivery of indirect restorations is made more challenging because excess resin luting materials are difficult to remove after polymerization. Rotating the MP3 from the restoration to the tooth at a very slow speed and with featherlight pressure results in a smooth, clean marginal interface. Furthermore, the slow speed virtually eliminates the risk of heat generation and damage to the marginal integrity of the restoration. The removal of clear aligner attachments is also much easier with the MP3. After gross removal with an instrument of choice, the MP3 can be used to rapidly and safely remove all resin remnants with no risk to the underlying enamel.
With the MP3 as a part of our practice's armamentarium, our capabilities are so much greater. It helps us truly deliver on our objective to provide a better experience for our patients.
Key Takeaways
1. The MP3 is a multi-purpose shaping and polishing instrument that performs well on all restorative materials.
2. The shape of the instrument transforms during use, making it more efficient for different areas of tooth anatomy.
3. Use for the efficient removal of residual clear aligner attachments and excess cement.
4. The MP3 will likely become a must-have on every restorative tray setup in your practice.
Mark J. Friedman, DDS
Past President and Life Fellow
American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry
Private Practice
Encino, California
Manufacturer Information
Brasseler USA
brasselerusadental.com
800-841-4522
