3M Ketac Universal Aplicap Refill 50-Pack Assorted Shades 61085

Clinical Overview

3M™ Ketac™ Universal Aplicap™ Restorative is a self-curing glass ionomer restorative supplied in convenient capsule form for direct placement. The material provides strong chemical adhesion to enamel and dentin, continuous fluoride release, and radiopacity for easy clinical monitoring. Its simplified formulation eliminates the need for conditioning, coating, or light curing, allowing clinicians to complete restorations using an efficient one-step workflow.

Key Benefits

• One-step restorative workflow: Self-adhesive and self-curing formulation eliminates conditioning, coating, and light-curing steps.
• Bulk-fill capability: Material can be placed in bulk without layering, reducing clinical time.
• Fluoride release: Continuous fluoride release helps support caries prevention and tooth protection.
• Radiopaque material: Easily identifiable on radiographs for post-treatment evaluation.
• Low stickiness handling: Smooth placement improves handling and adaptation to cavity walls.
• Capsule delivery system: Aplicap nozzle design improves access to deeper cavities and simplifies placement.

Kit Contents

• 50 Aplicap capsules of Ketac Universal glass ionomer restorative
• Assorted shades (commonly White, A2, and A3 depending on configuration)
• Designed for use with standard Aplicap capsule applicators

Working & Setting Times

• Working time: Approximately 1 minute 50 seconds from start of mixing.
• Setting time: Approximately 3 minutes 40 seconds from start of mixing.

Indications

• Restricted stress-bearing Class I and Class II restorations
• Primary tooth restorations
• Cervical restorations where aesthetics is not the primary concern
• Core build-ups prior to crown placement
• Temporary restorations (single- or multi-surface)
• Linings beneath composite restorations
• Fissure sealing procedures

Instructions for Use

1. Activate the capsule using a compatible capsule activator.
2. Mix the capsule in a high-frequency dental mixer according to manufacturer instructions.
3. Insert the capsule into an Aplicap applicator.
4. Dispense the material directly into the prepared cavity.
5. Shape and contour the restoration during the working time.
6. Allow the material to self-cure before finishing.
7. Adjust and polish the restoration as required.

Summary

3M Ketac Universal Aplicap Refill 61085 provides a fast and reliable glass ionomer restorative solution. Its self-adhesive, self-curing formulation simplifies procedures by eliminating conditioning and light-curing steps, while fluoride release and radiopacity support long-term clinical performance. Capsule delivery and bulk-fill capability help streamline restorative treatments in both adult and pediatric dentistry.