QwikStrip Serrated Strips: A Solution for Veneer Problems?

Dr. M. asks:

qwikstrips-fades.jpgI do a lot of veneers. One of the problems I occasionally have is when cement hardens interproximally before I can remove it. What I like to do is remove the cement when it enters its gel state. If I am not fast enough, this turns into a real nightmare sometimes where I have to use very narrow diamonds and finishing strips. I saw the advertisements for the QwikStrip Serrated Strips (Axis) and I am wondering if this is the answer to this problem. It looks like the plastic bow that holds the strip will limit cervical penetration so I do not have to worry as much about tearing up the interproximal papilla. What have you found with this product?

Editor’s Note:

According to Axis: “QwikStrip™ Serrated Strips are designed to make crown and bridge clean-up quick, safe and simple after cementation of crowns, veneers, bridges, inlays or onlays…The depth limiting design prevents soft tissue irritation, while the unique handle provides a comfortable grip for optimal tactile control, giving easy access to interproximal spaces. No more cutting of the patients’ lips or gums with the firmly embedded strips.”

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7 Responses to “QwikStrip Serrated Strips: A Solution for Veneer Problems?”

  1. Dr. TJ S on May 5th, 2008 9:01 pm

    there are some serrated strips made by Brassler that work fine. Just saw thru gently, they are very sharp. Good times !

  2. Dr. PR on May 6th, 2008 6:10 am

    Do these serrated strips create a gap between the proximal surfaces? Will I have to go back in and re-create the proximal contact after I use one of these strips?

  3. J on May 8th, 2008 5:49 pm

    i have the aixs strip way too agressive, they sell a white serrated one which works but it is too thick, I do lots of veneers and onlays and always swear by my cerisaw!
    enjoy

  4. Michael Dawson on May 8th, 2008 10:36 pm

    Dentistry is full of very expensive gadgets and you will find most of them at the bottom of every dentists draw (especially true of implants)
    Clear resin with a Scalpel to seperate teeth and to provide a starting groove.
    Then work a scalloped metal matrix into the crack, carefully but firmly move the band towards the scallop. The teeth will seperate and the composite can be removed

  5. Dr. GG on May 10th, 2008 10:35 pm

    Have you tried using a light cured only resin cement instead of a dual cure resin cement? I find it helps making clean up easier and you won’t need to saw in between your veneers.

  6. Dr Wat on May 11th, 2008 11:37 pm

    Dr. Wat on May 12th. 2008.
    Use a flat , stiff cosmatic brush that lady use for painting lipstick. Sterilised in alcohol. Remove the cement in the gel stage by inserting the brush(wet) interproximally. Remove the rest with a #12 scalpel blade working with both hands carefully. Do not kill yourself trying to remove any cement at the contacts. Tell the patient not to floss for a few days. Any excess can be easily removed then.
    Good luck

  7. Steve Wooten on May 15th, 2008 4:53 pm

    I had veneers placed about 4 years ago. A Cerisaw was used to open the contacts. It created open contacts that are not visible but are definitely present. I have never used a Cerisaw, and after my experience, I never will.

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