Recent CommentsV-Ring: Easier Method for Achieving Tight Interproximal Contact?
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I just started using the V-Ring from Australia. I have never had such an easy and predictable method for achieving tight interproximal contact. The V-Ring engages the interproximal area just like the Palodent and Garrison rings. The difference is that the V-Ring has a V shaped leg on each side of the ring. The V fits over the wedge. The only limitation I have found is that it can only be used for small Class II cavity preparations. It is also quite expensive. What are your experiences with the V-Ring?
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5 Responses to “ V-Ring: Easier Method for Achieving Tight Interproximal Contact? ”
It is from New Zealand
One of its main advantages is that it will work really well for small and large cavities, even when a cusp is missing!
There is a small learning curve, but the new concepts and tools are mastered, it creates anatomically correct restorations easily.
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I tried the V-Ring 6 months ago and LOVE it! It is fabulous for small or large composite restorations. The contacts are tight and beautifully contoured…at first I took BW x-rays at the completion to see how they looked….no more straight walls with large restorations; these finish with the curvature of a natural tooth. The first few were a little difficult but I am glad that I kept trying…it only took a few to have this technique mastered. I would (and do) recommend these to anyone who is looking for beautiful contacts and a way to provide a better service to their patients.
The V-ring’s unique design helps overcome all of the shortcomings of other systems. As previously noted, there is a brief learning curve (most notably to apply the ring without moving the ssectional matrix) but the results are outstanding. The curved wave wedges and contour of the matrix ensure tight, anatomically correct proximal contours with little or no flash. The split-tine design accomodates the wedge rather than interfering with it. It will work in the widest of boxes, where other systems would collapse into the prep due to lack of supporting structure.
V ring system is wonderful. learning curve is definitely required to use it efficiently. Stabilising the matrix while placing the ring is one of the major issues. personally, i use larger wedges and may stabilise the matric with the tip of finger. it can be burnished easily against the adjacent tooth. I’m still struggling with broken cusp (corner) teeth, where i found placing the ring a bit challenging, however I build the cusp first using any matrix, then shift to V Ring.
It’s NZ made product.
These rings in general have limitations but can be used successfully in 90% of class II’s. They have a learning curve and sometimes require improvisation and skills but the cntacts are unsurpassed. Check Bertolotti R,Boksman L, Keogh TP,Saber MH et al,www.blogdental.es/Keogh, www.realityesthetics.com. There is no one ring nor matrix that will cover all clinical circumstances.Bonne chance!