Adhese 2 is a universal adhesive with light- and dual-cure properties, suitable for both direct and indirect restorations and all etching techniques. The adhesive is especially suitable for clinical situations where effective light polymerization cannot be ensured.
Your benefits
Universal bonding - redefined
- Click & bond: precise dispensing with the proven click mechanism
- Fast, controlled intraoral application[1]
- Extended field of application thanks to the innovative blue DC cannula[3] for dual-cure[2] applications (e.g. for the adhesive cementation of indirect restorations and root canal posts)
- No separate dual-cure activator is required when using self- and dual-cure composites
- Universal application: for the adhesive cementation of direct and indirect restorations
- Compatible with all etching techniques
Proven quality
- Reliably high bond strength vaules (>25 MPa) on enamel and dentin[4]
- Consistently strong adhesion on both dry and wet dentin
- Integrated desensitizing effect, minimizing the risk of postoperative sensitivities
- Predictably high bond strength values – comparable to established gold-standard systems
- Same bonding performance as the clinically proven Adhese Universal
Convincing esthetics
- Very low film thickness (approx. 10 μm) after light-curing for a
precise fit of indirect restorations -
Self-cure mode with the blue DC cannula[3] increases the accuracy of fit of indirect restorations, as potential pooling effects do not compromise the result.
Efficient workflows
- Efficient dispensing, reducing cost and material waste: up to four times more applications per ml compared with conventional bottles[5, 6]
- Approx. 187 single-tooth applications per VivaPen[5,6]
- Fast, reliable light-curing in 5 seconds (using a light intensity of 2000 mW/cm2) – and only 3 seconds for restorations of Class I and II cavities in permanent posterior teeth with occlusal light-curing using the Bluephase PowerCure
Field of application –
direct restorations
- Blue DC cannula[3] or black LC cannula[7] for light-curing applications
- Direct-placed light-curing composite restorations
- Direct-placed core build-ups with light- and dual-curing composites (no activator required with dual-cure composites)
- Repair of fractured composite restorations
- Desensitization of hypersensitive cervical areas
Field of application –
indirect restorations
- Blue DC cannula[3] for reliable dual-curing in combination with dual-cure luting composites
- Adhesive cementation of indirect restorations with light- and dual-curing luting composites (no activator required for dual-cure cements)
- Adhesive cementation of root canal posts with dual-curing luting composites
- Suitable as primer for restorations made from Tetric CAD composite blocks
Clinical success begins with reliable bonding. Adhese 2 – in the unique VivaPen – sets a new standard in universal bonding, expanding its applications while delivering the trusted high bond strength needed for durable esthetic restorations.
Adhese 2 achieves high bond strength values (> 25 MPa) on enamel and dentin[4] – irrespective of the etching protocol used. The material's high moisture tolerance ensures consistently strong adhesion on both dry and wet dentin. Adhese 2 delivers the same bonding performance as the clinically proven Adhese Universal and provides bond strength values on par with those of established multi-component gold-standard systems.
Adhese 2 features an integrated desensitizing effect that effectively minimizes the risk of postoperative sensitivity and associated recall visits. The universal adhesive forms a mechanical barrier that reliably seals the dentin tubules, eliminating the need for a separate desensitizing agent.
Applied in the self-cure mode via the blue DC cannula[3], Adhese 2 helps increase the fit of indirect restorations, as potential pooling effects will not impede the fitting accuarcy. With a low film thickness of about 10 μm, Adhese 2 ensures a precise fit even after light-curing for indirect restorations and seamless integration of direct restorations for optimal esthetic results.
Dual-cure application directly from the VivaPen
At a glance: differences between the VivaPen cannulas
Efficiency that pays off
- Precise, economical dispensing thanks to the intuitive click mechanism – no mixing wells or extra steps needed
- Material waste is considerably reduced and costs are lowered with every application
- Approx. 187 single-tooth applications per VivaPen[5,6]
- Up to 4× more applications per ml compared with conventional bottles[5,6]
- Adhese 2 covers a wide range of treatment situations – with just one product
- Universal use: compatible with all etching techniques and suitable for direct and indirect bonding procedures
- The innovative blue DC cannula enables, for the first time, dual-cure applications directly from the VivaPen[2]
- Broadened clinical use, specifically in situations where light access is limited
- Adhese 2 can be cured with conventional curing lights (with a light intensity of 2000 mW/cm2) in just 5 seconds
- At a light intensity of 3000 mW/cm² – as with Bluephase PowerCure – the curing time for occlusal light curing of Class I and II restorations in permanent posterior teeth is reduced to just 3 seconds
[1] A protective sleeve must be used for intraoral procedures.
[2] Dual-curing (= light- and self-curing) only in combination with the blue DC cannula and dual-curing core build-up and luting composites.
[3] DC = dual-curing.
[4] In combination with Tetric plus Fill, Tetric plus Flow and Variolink Esthetic DC.
[5] Berndt & Partner, VivaPen Benchmarking Study, Study Report, April 2022.
[6] Holaschke S, VEA Verification Report, Ivoclar Vivadent, 2021.
[7] LC = light-curing.
[8] Applies to the application of the etch-and-rinse technique (Total Etch/TE). In combination with Variolink Esthetic DC, compatible with all etching techniques.