--- title: Tooth Restoration Using AquaCare & Sylc Powder - Optident description: Dr Chad Perry demonstrates the many uses of Sylc powder with the versatile AquaCare unit. image: https://blog.optident.co.uk/hubfs/ChadPerry-ToothRestoration8.jpg --- - - - - Our Social Channels - [Login](https://optident.co.uk/my-account/) - [Register](https://optident.co.uk/my-account/?action=register) # [![Optident](https://optident.co.uk/app/themes/optident/assets/images/optident-logo.png)](https://optident.co.uk/) ![Search Icon](https://blog.optident.co.uk/hubfs/Blog%20Files%20-%20Do%20not%20delete/icon-search.png) Call +44 (0) 1943 60 50 50 For specialist advice Menu - - [Products](https://optident.co.uk/products/) - [Offers](https://optident.co.uk/offers/) - [Courses](https://optident.co.uk/courses/) - [Blog](https://blog.optident.co.uk) - [Contact Us](https://optident.co.uk/contact/) - Discover - [Dental Loupes](https://optident.co.uk/dental-loupes/) - [Dental Lasers](https://optident.co.uk/dental-lasers/) - [Teeth Whitening](https://optident.co.uk/teeth-whitening/) - [Air Abrasion](https://optident.co.uk/air-abrasion/) - [StyleItaliano](https://optident.co.uk/styleitaliano/) - [The StyleItaliano Direct Workflow](https://optident.co.uk/styleitaliano-direct-workflow/) - [#WHITEOLOGY](https://optident.co.uk/whiteology/) - ![Search Icon](https://blog.optident.co.uk/hubfs/Blog%20Files%20-%20Do%20not%20delete/icon-search.png) ### Blog ChadPerry-ToothRestoration8 5 August 2019 ### Tooth Restoration Using Aquacare & Sylc Powder Whether prepping a tooth for a restoration or prepping a tooth for veneers; [air abrasion is a vital tool in creating excellent restorations.  ](https://blog.optident.co.uk/5-essential-uses-for-the-aquacare) Offering numerous benefits for both patient and practitioner, air abrasion is both minimally invasive and precise. The following photographs from Dr Perry document how the [AquaCare unit](https://optident.co.uk/manufacturer/velopex/) is the perfect tool for this purpose – using breakthrough technology to deliver a comfortable, quick and clean procedure. ## Dr Chad Perry **![Chad Perry AquaCare User](https://blog.optident.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Aquacare/Chad-Perry.jpg?width=240&name=Chad-Perry.jpg)Dr Perry is the Founder of Chad Perry, D.D.S – a practice committed to the art of dentistry** He earned his dental degree at Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas. From here, he commenced his long and successful dental career. Initially, he worked as an associate dentist, before working for 2 years at Baylor College of Dentistry as a clinical professor. Following this, he decided to open his own practice in North Richland Hills, Texas where he works today with his wider team. ## **Refining Preparations** The AquaCare unit is the perfect tool for refining preparations, as illustrated below.   **Prep refined with AquaCare utilising Sylc Powder:** ![Prep refined with AquaCare utilising Sylc Powder](https://blog.optident.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/ChadPerry-ToothRestoration1.jpg?width=950&name=ChadPerry-ToothRestoration1.jpg) ## What is Sylc Powder? Powered by Novamin, [Sylc](https://optident.co.uk/product/aquacare-sylc-powder/) is a calcium sodium phosphosilicate powder, a highly biocompatible material which was initially developed as a bone conductive material. The bioactive glass material reacts with body fluids (saliva) to deposit hydroxycarbonate apatite (HCA), a mineral that is chemically similar to natural tooth mineral. **Video demonstrating the AquaCare in use (cleaning with Sylc): ** ## **Initial Steps prior to Composite Restoration** Providing a fast and efficient clean, the AquaCare unit can access even the most difficult pits and crevices, whilst also treating sensitivity.     **Initial prep** **Cleaned with the Aquacare utilising Sylc Powder** ## **Composite Restoration** Once the initial preparatory steps have been taken with the AquaCare unit, composite restoration can take place. **Composite Restoration** **Finished and Final Composite Restoration** ## **Veneer Preparations with AquaCare** As well as prepping a tooth for restorative work, the AquaCare unit can also be used to perform air abrasion; preparing the tooth for veneer placement. Here, Dr. Perry uses Sylc powder prior to the final seating of veneers. **Veneer Preparations prior to Aquacare** **Veneer Preparations after Aquacare using Sylc Powder** **Veneer Preparations after Aquacare using Sylc Powder** ## **Seating of Veneers** The result is aesthetic veneers which are an ideal size and fit for the patient. **Final Seating of Veneers** **Final Seating of Veneers** [![Book Your Free Air Abrasion Demonstration](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2916295/c390cfc5-eb32-40d4-81a4-682d230569b9.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2916295/c390cfc5-eb32-40d4-81a4-682d230569b9) To find out more about the [**AquaCare range**](https://optident.co.uk/manufacturer/velopex/) call us on **+44 (0) 1943 60 50 50** or email **sales@optident.co.uk**    Please enable JavaScript to view the [comments powered by Disqus.](https://disqus.com/?ref_noscript) ### Discover More… #### [Ribbond: A Fantastic Treatment Modality To Introduce To Your Practice](https://blog.optident.co.uk/blog-title) #### [Why Everyone’s talking about Lucida](https://blog.optident.co.uk/why-everyones-talking-about-lucida) #### [7 Steps To Sell More Tooth Whitening In Your Practice - Business](https://blog.optident.co.uk/how-to-sell-more-tooth-whitening-in-your-practice) #### Subscribe and we’ll send you brand new articles every month… “ The Vanini Master class is more than just a composite course, it will truly change the way you see and treat anterior aesthetic restorations.(...) unmatched by any course I’ve been on and likely will ever go on. 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