Target: Incisal translucency, young enamel opal
Unique: Cobalt blue opal. Creates young enamel translucency, incisal opalescence and depth in transparent edges.
Q1: What is R12 Dark Blue in Polyfix Stain Kit?
A1: R12 Dark Blue is Cobalt blue opal. Creates young enamel translucency, incisal opalescence and depth in transparent edges. Part of the 21-color PRS-S-R system (Polyfix Resin Stain – Real). Features Light-Diffusion Micro-Pigment technology, thixotropic gel consistency for 0.08-0.15mm ultra-thin control, cures with LED 385-430nm in 30-50s per layer, high stability, and intelligent nanomaterial with antibacterial + wear-resistant matrix. Code R12 delivers incisal translucency, young enamel opal characterization in one thin layer.
Q2: What is R12 used for? Gum color or tooth color?
A2: Tooth color / effect. R12 is for tooth characterization: Incisal translucency, young enamel opal. Incisal zone specialist – apply in 0.08-0.15mm translucent layer on incisal edge.
Q3: How to use R12 Dark Blue? Does it need diluent R19?
A3: Thin-layer technique: 1) Clean and matte printed part. 2) Mix R12 Dark Blue with R19 Diluent – 1:1 for standard, 1:2 for light incisal translucency, young enamel opal. 3) Apply with fine brush in single stroke 0.08-0.15mm – do not build thick. 4) LED cure 385-430nm for ≤30s per layer (tack-free). 5) Repeat if deeper. 6) Final seal mandatory: if hard tooth/denture → R20 Glaze (high-gloss hard anti-stain). If flexible gingiva / soft base → R21 Glaze(soft) as elastic base ONLY to prevent cracking, then R20 on top. R12 must be sealed or will wear.
Q4: Can R12 Dark Blue be used alone without ZonMed resin? Compatible with PMMA PEEK?
A4: Yes, standalone universal. R12 Dark Blue works on ANY brand 3D printed resin, PMMA, PEEK, composite, zirconia, and denture base resin. No need for ZonMed resin. Just ensure substrate is cleaned, light-cured, and slightly roughened. Cure with standard dental LED 385-430nm. Optimal synergy with PRS Polymer Resin (Polyfix Resin System) for best bond and shade match, but not required. Universal compatibility validated.
Q5: Is R12 included in 7-color Kit B? What is difference between Kit A and Kit B?
A5: No, R12 Dark Blue is NOT in 7-color Kit B – only in full 21-color Kit A. Kit B = R01 R02 R03 R04 R19 R20 R21 (daily gum kit). R12 belongs to advanced tooth shades R05-R18 for cervical, fissure, incisal opal, effect aging. Difference: Kit B = gum daily (pink system + functional). Kit A = complete master (gum + tooth + modifier + functional) for full characterization including A3.5-A4 warmth, white spots, crack, halo, opal, tobacco aging.