Tempolat-LC: Light-Curing Elastic Material for Temporary Restorations

Tempolat-LC (Tempolat-LC) in a $5 \text{ g}$ syringe from Latus (Latus) is a modern, light-curing material specifically developed for rapid and reliable temporary filling and cavity sealing. It belongs to the class of elastic polymers, which provides an ideal combination of hermetic seal and easy removal.

This material is an excellent alternative to traditional cements or moisture-hardening pastes, as it offers complete control over the polymerization time.

Key Features and Technologies

Light Curing (LC - Light Curing):

The material hardens only upon exposure to a dental polymerization light.

• Advantage: Gives the clinician full control over the working time. The material can be modeled and sealed checked calmly, and setting will occur only on command (on average, complete setting occurs within $20$ seconds for a $3 \text{ mm}$ layer).

High Elasticity and Sealing:

Tempolat-LC retains elastic properties after curing.

• Advantage: Elasticity ensures an ideal seal of the cavity margins, preventing microleakage. This is especially important for protecting the endodontic canal or prepared cavities (for inlays/onlays. Inlay: Does not cover cusps; Onlay: Covers (protects) one or more cusps) from bacteria and moisture.

Non-Sticky Consistency and Easy Placement:

The material is supplied in a syringe, ensuring accurate dosing and direct placement.

• Advantage: It does not stick to instruments, which significantly simplifies modeling and manipulation, especially when creating interproximal walls.

Easy Removal:

Due to its elasticity and consistency, Tempolat-LC is typically removed in one piece (or large fragments) without the need for burs or the risk of damaging the margins of the prepared tooth.

• Advantage: Fast and atraumatic removal before cementation of the definitive restoration.

Aesthetics and Color:

Features moderate aesthetics and sufficient transparency for inspection.

Indications for Use

Tempolat-LC is a reliable temporary solution for:

• Sealing Endodontic Access: Sealing the cavity between visits during root canal treatment.

• Temporary Filling: Filling Class I and Class II cavities for short/medium terms.

• Sealing Prepared Cavities: Protecting cavities prepared for inlays, onlays, or partial crowns between the preparation and cementation stages.

• Temporary Cementation of Prosthetic Structures.

Tempolat-LC is a modern, high-tech material that ensures high-quality and controlled temporary sealing, significantly simplifying the clinician's work due to its light-curing and elastic formula.