The Clinician’s Take

"We have used HyperFIL and now we are using HyperFIL+. HyperFIL+ is more flowable, so it can go in all the crooks and crevices. It flows beautifully, but it is not too flowable and not too condensable."

"I love the DuraTip Perio Slim Left & Right inserts! What I loved about the original now in curved form! It was what I was missing the first time around where I just needed that little bit more oomph for those extra heavy deposits or perio patients."

"I was beyond excited when the magic of DuraTip came out in a right and left area-specific design. Too often, hygienists forget the importance of using the right and left ultrasonic inserts to get to those challenging areas like furcations and fossas. Not only do I now have the critical access that I need to access tough morphology, but I have it in the DuraTip engineering that gives me consistent power and efficacy over the life of the tip. I couldn't be happier!! Watch out, calculus!"

"Predicta Bioactive Desensitizer is the best desensitizer that I’ve come across. All patients were very satisfied with the results. It was excellent—beyond my expectations."

"This cement gives me the added confidence that it’s actually helping to prevent microleakage, which makes me feel better, and of course, leads to better results for my patients. (Predicta Bioactive Cement)"

"I found HyperFIL+ to be quite versatile in various restorative situations. It was not only incredibly easy to use, but it adapted well to preparations, there were zero complaints of postoperative sensitivity, and I could be assured of a full set. I’m going to continue to use this product in my practice."

"With AccuFilm, there’s no waste of time from failure to mark."

"I always know I can trust Parkell to create products that, to put it simply, just plain work. That said, I'm still amazed at your product Dryz. We've used it for a few years and I'm always impressed at how it stops bleeding almost instantly. I usually use laser retraction but when there is bleeding, I will often use your paste first. When washed off, I rarely have to pick up the laser. The stuff is just plain amazing. I can't count the number of times it has saved an appointment and made both my and the patient's lives easier."

"As long as I’m in practice, I’ll continue using Blu-Mousse. It works great for my purposes."

"I’ve been using Predicta Bulk to restore Class I and Class II cavities in molars and premolars for two years now. Predicta Bulk has consistently proven to have excellent properties and results. I placed over 2,000 restorations, many of which have been very large, and the failure rate of those restorations has been less than 0.5%."

"Predicta Cement tips are very good. It allows me to go into the canals and dispense the cement into the canal when I am placing a post and it allows me to place the cement to the crown without a lot of waste."

"Parkell’s HyperFIL+ has changed the way that I practice, especially when doing complex cases because I am able to place many restorations within a short period of time and especially with this HyperFIL technology. I can make certain that I am reaching areas especially undercuts within restorations that I may have difficulty accessing with a curing light."

"AccuFilm FastCheck clearly and quickly marks on zirconia."

"It’s really the trifecta — you have a bulk-fill that’s dual-cure with bioactivity, which means you’ve got everything you need. (Predicta Bulk)"

"Compared to other tests, Digitest 3 is less annoying for the patient, as we can modulate the discharge intensity."

"After I’m done using the detachable autoclavable handpiece, I simply twist the base of the handpiece and it pops off, I bag it, and then run it through the autoclave. When I need a new one, I just twist the bottom of the handpiece, it clips into place, and I’m off and running. I think that because of COVID-19, patients have a heightened sense of infection control, and it’s comforting for them to see me open up a sterilized bag with the handpiece that’s been run through the autoclave."

"Patients were unaware of having anything between their teeth, when using AccuFilm so the bite could be more natural."

"Predicta Bioactive Desensitizer syringes easily out of a single syringe. The nice part is that it not only flows smooth, it has a blue color to it so you know where you are placing it, but it does not run and you can actually hold it vertically on a pad to see it for yourself."

"For me, Brush&Bond MAX has been a game-changer for improving the adhesion of self-adhesive resin cements when inserting crowns on short, tapered, minimally retentive preps, especially second molars."

"The dual-cure made cleanup of ce­ment easy to manage without it setting too quickly. (Predicta Bioactive Cement)"

"Any insert that is 30K, whether it is a Parkell brand or another brand is compatible with the detachable autoclavable handpiece, and I find that extremely, extremely beneficial."

"The scaler works better than any ultrasonic we've owned over the years. It's also less costly than most other scalers—and works with all Parkell inserts. (TurboSensor)"

"So far, the patients I treated with Predicta Cement, I noticed no sensitivity afterwards. I haven’t had any complaints and no patients have come back with their crown falling off, no patients have come back with pain, so far it has been very good."

"Whatever we have seen in the past few months with HyperFIL+, it’s incredible. There is no marginal opening and no barrier. There is no post-op sensitivity that I have come across from the patients. I don’t have to polish it. Once it is in, it looks beautiful enough for you to leave it alone and it is very strong."

"Smudge-free, consistent registration is essential for preventing pressure necrosis of surrounding bone and, ultimately, implant failure. I will never again buy generic articulating paper. The AccuFilm products were easy to handle, produced a consistent, accurate registration, and facilitated a smooth, efficient visit to what I consider a crucial component of the implant process."

"Predicta Bioactive Bulk has amazing esthetics while providing the security of dual-cure chemistry and bioactivity."

"The closer you can get to natural tooth structure, I think the better off patients can be. Because we are releasing natural components, to me that is a huge benefit especially when we are looking out for the patients overall well-being and total health."

"I love the applicator and the tinted solution. The ease of application makes it a simple add-on to my appointments. (Predicta Desensitizer)"

"I use the Super-Fast Blu-Mousse most frequently. It reduces the time to take impressions and accuracy is superior to other products. I've never had tight castings or other significant problems."

"It handles great, is viscous without slumping, and, once in place, it set up very quickly. I like the consistency and the fairly quick self-cure time while still giving plenty of working time. (Predicta Bioactive Cement)"

"I really like Parkell’s Epic-TMPT restorative. I use it primarily for Class V restorations because it adapts beautifully, gives me terrific margins and polishes well."

"The combination of Brush&Bond MAX adhesive and SEcure dual-cure resin cement is my go-to cementing medium. I can depend on the ease of use, effortless clean-up, high rate of retention and the lack of post-operative sensitivity for my patients. These factors weigh heavily in my selection of a resin cement. Although, the SEcure Resin Cement kit comes with its own bonding adhesive, SEcure self-etching Primer, I am comfortable in using the Brush&Bond MAX as the adhesive. I find using the same bottle of adhesive for fillings as well as cementing ceramic crowns simplifies chairside procedures for the assistants. When cementing a ceramic indirect restoration, application of Ea-Z-Y Primer to the intaglio surface is recommended to improve the bond strength of the resin cement to the ceramic surface."

"Parkell’s Predicta Cement has been useful in my practice because it allows me to take care of my patients and I don’t have to worry about crowns coming off or sensitivity and having to have patients come over and over again."

"The TurboSensor is as easy as pie—you just plug it in, adjust the water flow to your liking, and start using it. For anyone not familiar with Parkell and their scalers, they're very reliable and the company is cost-conscious."

"Dryz Blu is the retraction paste of choice in my dental clinic. After trying every retraction paste in the market, I can definitely say it's simply the best. Its creamy consistency makes it easy to dispense and, above all, considerably easier to wash away than all other available retraction pastes."

"Parkell’s Ea-Z-y Primer™ is a chemically active, silane-containing penetration promoter and bond enhancer that is rich in MDP. MDP is a phosphate-containing monomer that has been successful in improving adhesion to porcelain, lithium disilicate and zirconia restorations. Dental researchers have indicated that the MDP phosphate groups in Ea-Z-y Primer create a stronger, more durable adhesive bond between high-strength dental ceramics and dental resins."

"When a patient presents with nonspecific discomfort, sometimes diagnosing the source of their pain is straightforward, but when it’s not, having the Digitest 3 in my diagnostic toolbox can be the gamechanger that takes an inconclusive diagnosis and turns it into a conclusive one."

"With HyperFIL+, I feel confident that we are going to have complete polymerization, regardless of the size or depth of the preparation, and that gives me confidence that my patient is ultimately going to get a better restoration."

"I love how HyperFIL+ adapts to the margins but is still stackable and not too runny."

"The AccuFilm products worked well to provide clearly visible markings that are easy to read, which enabled fewer attempts to get good marks."

"I needed something that would give me a reliable bite that the patient could comfortably set into without any strain. So I use Blu-Mousse as the wash material in conjunction with a light bodied VPS when doing larger prosthetic cases. There’s no distortion of the impression. It’s very stable."

"I liked the dual-cure component of HyperFIL+ for peace of mind."

"Studies have shown that one of the major sources of reinfection of previously treated root canals is the E. faecalis bacteria, which can reside in the dentinal tubules after cleaning and shaping the canals. 2% chlorhexidine (CHX) has been shown to kill the E. faecalis bacteria. This means the canal can remain moist with CHX and continue working against the bacteria after obturation. The sealer used must be able to set in the presence of moisture. MetaSEAL cures in moist canals and creates a strong seal with the dentin and the gutta percha."

"When I started using Predicta, I was pleasantly surprised by the excellent color adaptability of this composite. Using only the A2/B2 shade, I have been able to match almost every tooth shade."

"Since I started using the Predicta Bioactive Cement, I have been able to do some cases that were a little complicated in the past because its dual-cure, especially cementing posts and fixing crowns that have broken off."

"Our objective is always simplifying the procedure and limiting the usage of materials. Predicta Core meets such needs and those of our patients, who want high quality but fast reconstructions."

"I have been using Parkell products for over 20 years already, all kinds of different products and they have always been great, so I highly recommend them. I think they are very good products."

"I typically use Blu-Mousse product 6 to 7 times a day. It's increased the speed at which I do a crown and improved accuracy, which is critical in a high-volume practice like mine. And patients never complain about the taste or the experience."

"In a luting cement, ease of use and cleanup are the most important aspects, and Predicta Bioactive Cement is amazing at both facets. The cleanup was wonderful, easy, and predictable."

"At My Dental Company, we only use the highest quality of products. We are consistently looking for what products out there are the best. Parkell and their Predicta Bioactive line is one of those products and we love it. The more that we can create those ongoing and exceptional outcomes for our patients, that is really where we want to be in dentistry."

"Dr. Craig Aebli praised Predicta Bioactive Cement's 'ability to dispense the cement quickly into crowns.' Dr. Robert DeFazio 'loved the short mixing tips' that came with the material, and Dr. Charles Kattuah liked the 'ease of dispensing and mixing.' Dr. Joseph Ritz said an 'after-hours unassisted crown insertion visit was executed easily with the aid of this cement.'"

"As a Dentist and a CDT fabricating all of my ceramic restorations, I must use an impression material that is accurate, dimensionally stable, handles easily intraorally and produces consistent results. That is why I use Cinch vinyl polysiloxane."

"Recently, I’ve had crowns come off on rare occasions using other products, but I have not had any instances of that with the Predicta Bioactive Cement. The bond strength appears to be quite strong. And this is the first bioactive cement I’ve been able to use in my practice."

"I like the color, consistency, and flow of HyperFIL+."

"The AccuFilm FastCheck carrier was rigid enough to help transport the paper posteriorly without metal holders but thin and flexible enough to make it comfortable for the patient."

"HyperFIL+ performed well and fit into my routine without any disruption or learning curve."

"HyperFIL+ is very easy to use, and it’s convenient for both pedi­atric and geriatric patients by reducing procedure time."

"Digitest 3 is an incredibly easy-to-use instrument, useful for both diagnosis and monitoring!"

"One of the best characteristics of Predicta is its dual-cure capability. This enables the dentist to fill the cavity in one increment, no matter how large the restoration may be. That saves time and minimizes the shrinkage tension in the tooth restoration interface. Being able to bulk fill in a single increment also minimizes the risk of contamination, as the whole procedure can be done much more quickly and efficiently."

"Predicta Desensitizer speeds up the process of thermal sensitivity improvement significantly. It is great option to have in my tool belt."

"I have used other dual-cure resin cements, but what attracted me to Parkell’s Predicta Cement was that it produces hydroxyapatite and can seal the microgap, which can be very good at preventing microleakage and recurrent decay in the future."

"The inserts work remarkably well against heavy calculus buildup. Being a hygienist for 12 years you just know where the sweet spot is for water and power on the scaler and these inserts when in that sweet spot make calculus removal a breeze."

"Smudge-free, consistent registration is essential for preventing pressure necrosis of surrounding bone and, ultimately, implant failure. I will never again buy generic articulating paper. The AccuFilm products were easy to handle, produced a consistent, accurate registration, and facilitated a smooth, efficient visit to what I consider a crucial component of the implant process."

"HyperFIL+ is much faster to apply and finish."

"I was attracted to the idea of placing a core— especially in hard-to-reach areas—that had a regenerative effect. It’s really about trying to increase the quality of care I provide. If the core material has a regenerative effect, and protects and/or strengthens the tooth structure around it, that should result in longer-lasting restorations. (Predicta Core)"

"Single-layer placement is better because one does not have to worry about bonding layers. HyperFIL+ allows a faster time for the procedure, so the patient does not have to be in the chair as long."

"I needed something that would give me a reliable bite that the patient could comfortably set into without any strain. So I use Blu-Mousse as the wash material in conjunction with a light bodied VPS when doing larger prosthetic cases. There’s no distortion of the impression. It’s very stable."

"The cement was excellent. I was able to get a quick initial set by light curing. (Predicta Bioactive Cement)"

"Having something that is bioactive—something that lays down well and will create new hydroxyapatite or new tooth structure—is very beneficial. (Predicta Bulk)"

"Patient comfort is increased because I’m not having to reach in at weird angles for those interproximals. Water is evenly distributed through the insert. Inserting and removing from the hand piece is easy."

"The stacks are probably my favorite part of these inserts because they hold up so well. In a busy office sometimes the inserts don’t get handled carefully and will occasionally take a beating but with the way these stacks are they are less likely to deform or bend."

"AccuFilm achieved very clear and sharp markings, which increased my confidence."

"Whether the case calls for a centric relation bite record, a single crown bite registration or obtaining a bite in denture fabrication, Blu-Mousse bite registration material is my choice. This fast-setting scannable material has a rigid final set (durometer = 88) that does not distort."

"With Predicta Desensitizer, [In cases of] root hypersensitivity, immediate results were seen with easy application."

"AccuFilm FastCheck makes clear occlusal marks on both opposing arches."

"It doesn’t get better than this! To reduce or eliminate patient discomfort is a significant boost for my patients. This product delivers! (Predicta Desensitizer)"

"Being a clinical consultant for Parkell, I had the opportunity to use Brush&Bond MAX before its official release in the marketplace. For me, it’s been a game-changer for improving the adhesion of self-adhesive resin cements when inserting crowns on short, tapered, minimally retentive preps, especially second molars."

"I recommend the Predicta Bioactive Cement, first of all for the ease of use and we can use it in all kinds of environments, and we can use it for all kinds of crowns, including zirconia, inlays, PFMS, all kinds of restorations and we can also use it for posts. The versatility of the Cement is great."

"Finding a piece of equipment as durable, affordable, and effective as the TurboSensor is like finding the holy grail of dentistry. I've only used 2 other ultrasonics in my career, both of which cost 3 to 4 times as much as the Parkell unit."

"HyperFIL+ goes into place and can be carved back quickly to provide a fairly esthetic foundation for a later crown.” Dr. Long said he “likes the shade of it,” making it suitable “for a restoration other than a deep buildup.” He also noted, “The ability to adjust and contour with polishability was very good."

"I like Predicta Bulk because it fills in well and sets well. I am happy with how I’m able to trim and polish it, and the color is good. I have found that it flows to the walls of the preparation better than some of the other bulk-fills I have previously used."

"I was impressed by the clear markings, which saved me time, and AccuFilm FastCheck worked very well in wet conditions."

"Predicta® Bioactive Bulk is a unique restorative material; it is dual-curing, bioactive and well-suited for bulk application. There is no need for occlusal layering or to add a different composite on top of the bulk restoration. I love the ease with which large restorations can be made; it is a time-saver! The initial chemical curing process is nice and short, but not too short! My patients do not experience any pain after the application of the restoration. The restorations polish well and still look like new after several years."