GC Aligner Connect

GC Aligner Connect

Light Cure Orthodontic Adhesive One Step System

A first in the industry, GC Aligner Connect was specifically developed for orthodontic aligner attachments. GC Aligner Connect features enhanced aesthetics that imitate enamel color shades and high durabilty, which limits longterm wear or potential detachment during treatment.  Adhesion is achieved with a ligh-cure bonding agent such as G-premio Bond, Ortho Solo or Assure. 

Aesthetic

With Aligner Connect,  the high aesthetic advantage of an orthodontic aligner  treatment is preserved thanks to its ability to imitate the appearance of tooth enamel. When evaluated by a goniophotometer (instrument that measures light at various angles), Aligner Connect’s results showed excellent color matching due its optical properties similar to enamel. 

Handling

• Superior handling due to flowability and paste consistency
• Optimal curability even through attachment tray

Thixotropy

Vibrating the paste with the dispensing tip causes a slight fluidity for a more precise application.  

Mechanical properties

Depth of cure through attachment tray sheet

Aligner Connect showed sufficient curing depth even through the attachment tray and also a higher strength than conventional resin. Ten seconds with a LED light >1200mW/cm2 were necessary for in mouth curing.

Toothbrushing wear test  

Aligner Connect maintained high gloss and long-term aesthetics after 12,000 brushings (equivalent to 1 year of  brushing).