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Get to know the 3M™ Filtek™ Matrix.

Find the resources you need to get familiar and comfortable with the 3M™ Filtek™ Matrix.

Getting started with the Filtek Matrix

Looking to submit a case? Access the 3M™ Oral Care Portal

The Filtek Matrix uses a digital workflow that will feel familiar to the process you use to submit an order to a dental lab. It all starts with a patient diagnosis, a digital scan or impression and a completed prescription. Once the doctor receives and approves the dentition design in the 3M™ Oral Care Portal, 3M will design, produce and ship the matrix.

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Filtek Matrix Training Kit

We've removed many of the barriers of learning a new process with our innovative Filtek Matrix Training Kit. It’s designed to let you practice and hone your technique on two different typodonts, so you’ll be confident when offering it to your patients.

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See What's Inside the Filtek Matrix Training Kit
Your Filtek Matrix Training kit contains the materials you need to start getting familiar with the process. Inside you will find:
- Quick Start Guide
- Work Mat
- 2 training cases featuring typodonts and matrices
- Materials Kit including Composites, Adhesives, and Finishing and Polishing materials
- See for yourself -- watch the video

For On Demand CE Accredited Courses, go to the Help & Education Section on the 3M™ Oral Care Portal. Access the 3M™ Oral Care Portal.

Training Cases

Build up your confidence and comfort of using the Filtek Matrix with two different case types to practice on.

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Training Case 1 Instructional Video

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Case 1: 4-Unit Veneer with Diastema

Get started with a sample case of the Filtek Matrix technique featuring a 4-unit veneer including diastema closure. Case notes and step-by-step video instruction provided.

See case notes (PDF, 174 KB)

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Training Case 2 Instructional Video

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Case 2: 7-Unit Veneer with Diastema

Continue with the Filtek Matrix technique featuring a 7-unit veneer including diastema closure and bicuspids. Case notes and step-by-step video instruction provided.

See case notes (PDF, 191 KB)

Self-Study Courses

Interested in learning more? Click the links below to view four additional self-study courses.

Finding Patients Who Are a Good Fit
Your patient’s goals for their teeth may be limited by their knowledge of available procedures. Offering them a cost-attractive option that provides a simple and efficient solution with predictability may be exactly what they’re looking for.
- Start with simple procedures to build your confidence
- Take on more complex cases to expand your practice
- Consider the range of procedures that can be streamlined using the Filtek Matrix
Click here to learn more about identifying patients (PDF, 552 KB).

Case Selection

Solutions for all cases, from straightforward peg laterals to complex full maxillary/mandibular combination cases.

Straightforward

Peg Laterals
Photos courtesy of Dan Poticny, DDS, PA
Complex

Lower Veneer
Photos courtesy of Lois Duerst, DDS

Clinical Videos

Check out our video library to see first-hand how the Filtek Matrix can help simplify your anterior direct composites while ensuring less stressful and more predictable outcomes.

Placing Your First Order

Being prepared will help your first Filtek Matrix procedure go smoothly. Here is a step-by-step process for you to follow.

Step 1: Ensure Your 3M™ Oral Care Portal Account is Active
Step 2: Collect Records at the Appointment
Step 3: Complete Digital Prescription on the 3M™ Oral Care Portal
Step 4: Review Treatment Design and Approve Restoration
Step 5: 3M Produces Filtek Matrix
Step 6: Transform Your Patient’s Smile

Click here for a full checklist for each step (PDF, 685 KB).

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