What is Tokuyama composite and how is it different from other composites?

**Tokuyama Composite** is a Japanese resin restorative material that is used to reconstruct and beautify front and back teeth. This **tooth composite** is famous for having a wide color spectrum, very good match with natural tooth color, high resistance to wear and discoloration, and easy polishability. It also has high adhesion, and its restorations have a natural appearance and a long shelf life. The stages of this composite include tooth preparation, acid washing, bonding, composite layering, light irradiation for hardening and final polishing. Tokuyama composite is suitable for those who are looking for a durable and natural-looking restoration, and careful aftercare is very important. What is Tokuyama Composite? Another material that is commonly used to make composite veneers is Tokuyama Composite, which is produced by a Japanese company called Tokuyama Dental. Tokuyama composite can be used to fill teeth or restore back or front teeth, and its advantages include a wide range of colors, excellent color matching with natural teeth, high strength and resistance to wear and chewing pressure, minimal shrinkage during polymerization, easy shaping and polishing, and long-term durability. Also, the adhesion of this composite is higher than other ordinary composites due to its viscosity. **Tokuyama composite applications** - Repair of front and back tooth decay. - Closing the gap between the teeth. - Repairing lip cracks and tooth edge fractures. - Repair and improvement of old or damaged composite veneers. - Restoration of dental porcelain (ceramic material similar to tooth enamel). - Correcting the smile design and creating a natural and beautiful appearance. **Stages of Tokuyama Composite** 1. Consultation and selection of composite color based on the color of the patient's teeth. 2. Cleaning and preparing the tooth surface, including tooth scaling and, if necessary, caries treatment. 3. Acid washing of the tooth surface with phosphoric acid gel to create a better bond. 4. Putting the bonding agent on the tooth and irradiating the laser light to activate it. 5. Layering of composite paste on the tooth and precise shaping by the dentist. 6. Irradiation of blue light to the composite paste to harden it. 7. Composite polishing and Tokuyama composite surface polishing to create a natural and shiny appearance. 8. Checking the way of biting and chewing to ensure the comfort and proper functioning of the restoration. These steps depend on the accuracy and skill of the dentist and the final result gives a natural and durable appearance to the teeth. **Advantages and disadvantages of Tokuyama Composite** **Tokuyama composite before and after care** In order to increase the effect of Tokuyama composites and to be able to get good results from it, it is better to know the before and after care and follow them. The most important of them are the following. ### **Tokuyama composite pre-care** - Be sure to brush and floss your teeth regularly for a week before the procedure. - Any tooth decay or tooth infection must be treated before treatment. - Choosing the right color is done by the dentist with careful examination, not you. - The teeth must be scaled and disinfected before the procedure. ### **Tokuyama composite aftercare** - Avoid eating and chewing hard foods for 24 hours. - Avoid drinking colored drinks such as coffee or fruit juice for 24 hours. - Be sure to follow oral and dental hygiene and use a toothbrush and dental floss regularly. - In order not to damage this composite, it is better to use a soft toothbrush and brush gently. - If you grind your teeth, you should use a night guard or a tooth protector. **For whom is Tokuyama composite suitable and for whom it is unsuitable?** If you want to use Tokuyama composites, it is better to know whether you are a good candidate for it or not, which we have discussed in detail below. ### **Suitable people for Tokuyama Composite** - People whose front or back teeth need to be repaired for fracture, chipping or decay. - People who want to eliminate the gap between their teeth. - People who are looking for long-term restorations with high resistance to pressure and wear. - People who are looking to have teeth with a natural and whiter color. ### **Inappropriate people for Tokuyama Composite** - People who do not observe oral and dental hygiene properly and regularly. - People whose tooth structure is very weak or damaged. - People who have problems with gum diseases such as periodontal. - People who have a habit of grinding their teeth against each other or severe teeth grinding. - People who have jaw abnormalities and front and back jaw protrusion and retraction. **Coloring and color spectrum of Tokuyama composite** In the table below, the coloring and color spectrum of this composite is prepared based on the VITA color guide system (VITA), which is the most common dental standard. These colors include different spectrums of A, B, C, and D with brightness levels from 1 to 4, and bleach white colors are also available: These colors are designed to ensure an exact match with the natural tooth, and the selection is made according to the color and the needs of the patient. Also, Tokuyama composite has high durability, resistance to color change, and the ability to adapt to ambient light, which makes the restored teeth look more natural. **Frequently Asked Questions** ### **What is the price and cost of Tokuyama composite?** The price of this composite for each dental unit is about 2,900,000 to 3,400,000 Tomans. This price may change depending on the place of purchase and currency fluctuations, and usually has cash or installment payment terms. ### **What materials is Tokuyama composite made of?** Tokuyama's ingredients include high-quality polymer resins and super nano universal fillers, such as silica particles, zirconium and glassonomer particles, which increase strength and beauty. ### **How resistant is Tokuyama composite to discoloration and wear?** The resistance of this composite against color change and wear is very high. This composite has good resistance to staining and has high durability against chewing forces and tooth wear. ### **What is the level of polishability or longevity of Tokuyama composite?** The polishability of this composite is excellent, and the final surface of the restorations becomes smooth and shiny, which, in addition to beauty, prevents the accumulation of plaque and stains. The average lifespan of this composite is between 5 and 7 years, which depends on the follow-up care. ### **What is the best and whitest color of Tokuyama composite?** The best and whitest Tokuyama composite paint SW and BW colors have been introduced, which are very white and have little color change in the long term. These colors are recommended for people looking for the whitest color possible. The color spectrum of this composite includes different shades such as A (light brownish red), B (reddish yellow), C and D, which can match the natural color of the tooth.