A New Efficient Agent to Chemo-mechanical Caries Removal

Abstract

Objective: The aim of this study was to perform a brief literature review of chemo-mechanical caries removals and to describe a clinical case using the product. Case report: According to clinical and radiographic diagnosis, the tooth presented dentin caries lesion without any pulpal involvement. BRIX 3000®, a new chemo-mechanical caries removal product, was used with 1 gel application of 2 minutes. Afterwards, the cavity was restored using a bulk fill flow composite and a conventional resin composite final layering. Conclusion: Taking into consideration the presented clinical case, the application of BRIX 3000® gel seems to be a good alternative for caries removal followed by a restorative treatment, since the child’s discomfort decreased, resulting in a positive behavior. BRIX 3000 is an efficient chemo-mechanical caries removal method.