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What is Sylc?
What is bioactive glass?
Why is bioactive glass being used in dentistry?
What is NovaMin?
How is Sylc different from the other products I’m using that contain NovaMin?
How is Sylc different from the prophy powder I’m already using?
Why are there no sodium contraindications when there is sodium in the chemical formulation?
What is the particle size of Sylc?
Why doesn’t sodium bicarbonate powder address sensitivity? They’re applied using the same air polishing procedure?
What special equipment do I need to use Sylc?
Why do I have to turn my air polishing equipment to 40-46 psi?
Where can I make the adjustment to the air pressure?
What if I can’t adjust the air pressure myself?
Will Sylc clog my equipment?
Hygienists like the new prophy paste with NovaMin. How is Sylc different?
After Sylc treatment, my patients state that they have a gritty feeling in their mouth, why?
How long does the desensitization benefits of Sylc last?
Does Sylc abrade tooth surfaces?
Does Sylc irritate soft tissues like other prophy powders?
Can Sylc be used on restorations?
What are the contraindications for Sylc?
Why doesn’t Sylc address intrinsic stains?
Why doesn’t Sylc whiten teeth?
Why are hygienists reluctant to use air polishing?
Why is an air polishing treatment recommended to clean teeth?
How many procedures can I get from one bottle?
What can I expect to treat with one packet of Sylc?
Why should clinicians expect to use less Sylc powder per treatment compared to other powders?
Why doesn’t the bottle appear full?
How is desensitization handled by insurance?
How is Sylc packaged?
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