Schaan, Liechtenstein – 2 January 2026
Adhese 2 is the latest addition to Ivoclar’s portfolio of adhesives, offering greater clinical flexibility and efficiency in day-to-day practice. The new universal adhesive combines light and dual curing capabilities in a single product. It is the first adhesive that can be applied directly from the VivaPen® in a dual-cure mode – without the need for an additional activator. Adhese 2 can be used in all etching techniques and can be combined with all light- and dual-curing composites, giving dentists greater freedom of choice in everyday clinical practice.
Adhese 2 was developed to simplify everyday clinical workflows and covers a wide range of clinical applications. The innovative blue DC cannula enables, for the first time, the direct application of a dual-curing adhesive via the VivaPen system - without the need for an additional activator. In addition to light curing, the co-initiator-coated cannula tip enables additional chemical curing when used in combination with a dual-curing composite - without the need for a separate dual-cure activator.
"With Adhese 2 in the VivaPen and the new option for dual-curing applications, we significantly expand the clinical range of applications: Dentists can now cover an even broader range of clinical situations with a single adhesive. This simplifies clinical workflows and increases efficiency – a clear benefit for every practice."
Georg Musil, Global Commercial Product Manager at Ivoclar
Georg Musil, Global Commercial Product Manager at Ivoclar
Dual-curing is achieved when using the blue DC cannula in combination with a dual-curing luting composite. This ensures reliable polymerisation even under light-limited conditions, e.g. when luting indirect restorations or endodontic posts. The combination of Adhese 2 with the blue DC cannula and Variolink® Esthetic DC results in consistently high bond strengths on both enamel and dentine, regardless of the etching technique used, contributing to reliable, long-lasting restorations.
Adhese 2 can be applied in a minimum layer thickness of approx. 10 µm, supporting the precise fit of indirect restorations and the seamless integration of direct fillings. It also increases efficiency in everyday clinical practice: when applied from the VivaPen, it allows controlled, material-saving intraoral dispensing and helps reduce material waste, enabling up to four times more single-tooth applications per millilitre compared to bottle systems. Short curing times enable efficient workflows in direct and indirect procedures.
About the Ivoclar Group
The Ivoclar Group, headquartered in Schaan, Liechtenstein, is one of the world's leading manufacturers of integrated solutions for high-quality dental applications. For over a century, the company has been shaping the dental industry, enabling people to achieve the best oral health and enjoy a beautiful smile. The company's success is based on a comprehensive portfolio of products, systems and services, strong research and development capabilities and a clear commitment to training and further education. The group of companies, which sells its products to around 130 countries, has 56 subsidiaries and branch offices and employs roughly 3,600 people worldwide.
* In combination with Tetric plus Fill, Tetric plus Flow and Variolink Esthetic DC.