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Here are answers to some questions that we are often asked. Click a question to see the answer.
Here are answers to some questions that we are often asked. Click a question to see the answer.
What is Eclipse?
Eclipse is a revolutionary new prosthetic resin system, monomer-free (Eclipse does not contain methyl, ethyl, propyl or butyl methacrylate monomers). The Eclipse System uses three resins to form the denture: Baseplate Resin, Set-Up Resin, and Contour Resin. The resins were developed to handle like wax, yet be cured into a denture base material - without investing and flasking. The baseplate used at try-in will be incorporated into the denture that will be delivered. The fit at try-in has been shown in a clinical study to equal fit at delivery.
What is the benefit to me?
1) The fit at try-in equals the fit at delivery
2) Monomer-free (does not contain methyl, ethyl, propyl or butyl methacrylate monomers)
2) Monomer-free (does not contain methyl, ethyl, propyl or butyl methacrylate monomers)
Was the Eclipse material clinically tested?
Yes. A multi-site clinical study was conducted to make sure the product is efficacious and performs well. Additionally, Eclipse has been proved safe. Eclipse materials have been thoroughly tested and comply with FDA requirements, ISO 10993 guidelines and International Standard ISO 7045. The toxicological/biocompatibility test matrix includes cytotoxicity, genotoxicity (Ames), sensitization, irritation and oral toxicity evaluations.
What is the difference between Eclipse and Lucitone 199?
• Eclipse is monomer-free (does not contain methyl, ethyl, propyl or butyl methacrylate monomers); Lucitone 199 is not.
• With Eclipse, fit at try-in equals fit at delivery. This claim cannot be made with Lucitone 199 unless a processed baseplate is used, which is rarely done due to the extra labor required.
• Eclipse has about a 3 % volumetric shrinkage while conventional acrylics and Lucitone 199 have about 7%.
• With Eclipse, fit at try-in equals fit at delivery. This claim cannot be made with Lucitone 199 unless a processed baseplate is used, which is rarely done due to the extra labor required.
• Eclipse has about a 3 % volumetric shrinkage while conventional acrylics and Lucitone 199 have about 7%.
Are any of the denture bases or nightguards available in clear?
The upper and lower baseplates are available in clear, perfect for nightguards and occlusal splints.
Can Eclipse be used with both acrylic and porcelain teeth?
Yes. You can choose acrylic or porcelain teeth for your dentures.
Is there any staining at the gingival margin of the tooth, similar to porcelain teeth?
The multi-site clinical study has shown no evidence of staining at the tooth-Eclipse interface.
Since Eclipse is monomer-free, can relines and repairs be done on the Eclipse dentures?
Yes. Eclipse can be relined and repaired just like conventional denture materials.
Are Eclipse repairs strong?
Yes, Eclipse repairs are strong. Through extensive laboratory testing we have found that Eclipse repairs fail across, and not along, the interface which is a key indication of a durable repair. If an Eclipse denture is broken a second time, the fracture typically does not occur at the repair site, another indication of a robust repair.