Contours Finishing and Polishing Discs

Contours Finishing and Polishing Discs

Contours Finishing and Polishing Discs are a color-coded, easy to use sequence of 4 semi-flexible Aluminum Oxide discs, designed to efficiently shape and refine your composite restoration, while polishing it to a life-like luster.

Description

The Contours Finishing and Polishing Disc system is available in the two most popular sizes of 3/8” and 1/2” diameters and is designed to be used in sequence from coarse to superfine.

  • Consistent flex allows for control without gouging at the margin and minimizes any scarring of the surface from accidental contact with the metal center.
  • 3/8” disc are indicated for margins and areas near the papilla, as well as on posterior and/or pedodontic restorations.
  • The 1/2” disc is perfect for larger surface reduction, contouring and polishing.
  • Coarse and medium grit discs can also be used to establish surface texture as well as prepare the composite for ASAP Pre- and Final High Shine Polishers as part of an esthetic finishing and polishing regimen.
  • Intuitive shading of the discs, from dark purple to light pink as the grit decreases from coarse to superfine.
  • Discs effortlessly and securely pops onto a round mandrel.

Resources

Video

Composite Finishing Technique for an Esthetic Result with Bob Margeas, DDS

 

Creating the Esthetic Temporary: Finishing and Polishing In Just Minutes with Chad Duplantis, DDS, FAGD

Instructions For Use / SDS

1. Remove excess composite and contour the restoration using a fine diamond or carbide bur.
2. Discs are designed to be used in sequence from coarse to superfine (dark to light). Place the disc by gently pushing the metal connector onto a sterilized mandrel until the disc is securely connected. 
3. Begin finishing/polishing at the recommended speed (see chart below). 
Coarse
Disc
Medium
Disc
Fine
Disc
SuperFine
Disc
Color Dark Purple Light Purple Dark Pink Light Pink
Speed, RPM 10,000 10,000 30,000 30,000
Time, Seconds As required 15-20 15-20 15-20
3. Remove disc from mandrel by positioning a thumbnail under the disc connector and pushing the disc away from the mandrel.

Product Configurations

  • Contours Finishing and Polishing Disc Trial Kit
  • Contours Finishing and Polishing Disc 1/2″ Starter Kit (Includes: Coarse, Medium, Fine, SuperFine Discs)
  • Contours Finishing and Polishing Disc 3/8″ Starter Kit (Includes: Coarse, Medium, Fine, SuperFine Discs)
  • Individual Refills
  • Mandrel Refill 3-pack

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