Abstract: A composition and method for use in a dental treatment, such as root canal. The composition eliminates the need for uncomfortable and time-consuming needle injections before application of prep composition. The composition is a mixture of a lubricant, a disinfecting agent, a chelating agent and an anesthetic, preferably articaine, and may also include epinephrine. A method for preparing an area of the patient's mouth for the dental treatment, such as a root canal, is achieved by preparing the disclosed composition and administering it to the area of the patient's mouth to be treated. The composition provides simultaneous antibacterial action and numbing action with a one-step application.

Abstract: A matrix band for use in dentistry has a silicone-based, polymer coating applied to a polyester surface, which reduces or eliminates capillary action between a tooth and the matrix band. The matrix band may include at least one aperture to assist with removal of the matrix band from the tooth.

Abstract: A matrix band, including a straight, contoured or sectional matrix band for use in dentistry is described. The matrix band includes a metal or metal alloy strip constructed from titanium, titanium alloy or stainless steel plated with titanium or titanium alloy, which initiates coagulation of the blood, while the polymer coating eliminates capillary action between a tooth and the matrix band while the tooth is being filled.

Abstract: A matrix band for use in dentistry has a silicone-based, polymer coating applied to a stainless steel or a polyester surface, which reduces or eliminates capillary action between a tooth and the matrix band. The matrix band may include at least one aperture to assist with removal of the matrix band from the tooth.

Abstract: A matrix band with a coating thereon reduces capillary action between a tooth and the matrix band, while at least one aperture in the matrix band assists with removal of the matrix band from the tooth, after the filling is complete.