Clinical Guide: Jiffy™ Composite Finishing Systems

For dental professionals striving to achieve flawless composite restorations that mimic the natural beauty of enamel, Jiffy^™ composite finishing systems offer unparalleled solutions. Both the Jiffy^™ Natural composite polishing system and the Jiffy^™ Original composite finishing system provide comprehensive, high-quality tools for finishing and polishing, but with subtle distinctions between the two. These distinctions cater to the clinician’s esthetic style and preferences, as well as provide the ability to best match the patient’s existing dentition.

The Jiffy Natural system is known for its malleable, spiral-shaped wheels that conform easily to tooth surfaces for a more natural luster. The Jiffy Original system excels in versatility with polishing cups and brushes impregnated with silicon carbide particles for a refined finish. This handy, step-by-step technique guide applies to both systems, with slight variations noted where necessary.

Jiffy Composite Finishing Systems

Why Choose Ultradent’s Jiffy Composite Finishing Systems?

They are designed for maximum efficiency and precision. Both are perfect for polishing Ultradent’s Transcend™ universal composite or any other composite materials the dental clinician prefers. The Jiffy Natural system excels in recreating the inherent luster of enamel, while the original system offers a reliably consistent, high-polish result across all composite surfaces.

Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving a Superior Finish

1. Initial Shaping: Use Jiffy Coarse Green polishing cups, disks, and points for gross adjustments and shaping occlusal/incisal, labial/buccal/facial, lingual and cervical areas.

• Recommended speed: 7,500–10,000 RPM
• Use light, controlled pressure to avoid heat generation.
• Note: Both systems use these tools for initial shaping.

2. Fine Shaping and Polishing: Switch to Jiffy Medium Yellow polishing cups, disks, and points for refining the shape and preparing the occlusal/incisal, labial/buccal/facial, lingual and cervical areas.

• Recommended speed: 7,500–10,000 RPM
• Difference: Jiffy Original cups may feel firmer than the flexible Jiffy Natural tools.

3. Pre-Final Polish: Apply Jiffy Fine White polishing cups, disks, and points to achieve a polished look on the occlusal/incisal, labial/buccal/facial, lingual and cervical areas.

• Recommended speed: 5,000–7,000 RPM

4. Final Polishing with Jiffy Natural Wheels or Original Brushes:

• Jiffy Natural Wheels: Use yellow (medium) and white (fine) wheels for a natural finish that adapts to any surface.
  
  • Speed for yellow wheels: 2,000–4,000 RPM
  • Speed for white wheels: 5,000–7,000 RPM
• Jiffy Original Brushes: Use regular and pointed brushes impregnated with silicon carbide for a high-gloss finish.
  

• Speed for brushes: 5,000–7,500 RPM

5. Enhancing Luster: Finish with the Jiffy^™ Goat Hair Brush and Ultradent^™ Diamond Polish Mint for a high-gloss outcome matching natural enamel.

• Speed for goat hair brush: 10,000 RPM
• Apply pressure for best results.

Pro Tips for Superior Results

• Handpiece Control: Use an electric handpiece for precise speed and consistent torque.
• Pressure Application: Apply light, even pressure to reduce heat and optimize results.

Whether using the Jiffy Natural or the Jiffy Original finishing and polishing systems, dental professionals can achieve composite restorations that look and feel like natural teeth, no matter the case. Following this simple guide ensures exceptional results tailored to your preferred system, leaving your patients with gorgeous, radiant smiles every time.

For more information on Ultradent’s Jiffy composite finishing systems and related products, visit ultradent.com.

*Always follow products’ instructions for use that come in the package whenever using any of the products mentioned in this article.