Lingual root caries on molars can be hard to access and keep isolated.
Before
Step 1
Class V subgingival caries on the mesial lingual root of #18
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Prepped
Step 2
Root caries prepped and then Greater Curve U-Band placed. The U-Band enhances visibility due to its additional flare
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Band cut back
Step 3
Band cut back to provide additional access.
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Activa bonded into prep
Step 4
Not worried about shaping while in the fluid stage. Maintaining isolation and working quickly during placement was the larger concern. Activa lends itself to working quickly and precisely
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Final
Step 5
Final lingual Class V restoration #18
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Bonus
Saliva ejector holder controlled unwanted saliva and kept tongue away
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Conclusion:
Using the saliva ejector holder and the U-Band made this case very manageable