Gingival Colored

The Gingival Colored Composites category on Dentalkart features specialized restorative materials designed to match the natural shade of gingiva. These composites are primarily used for aesthetic correction in cervical lesions, root exposure, Class V restorations, and for masking gingival recessions — especially in patients with high esthetic demands or compromised periodontal conditions.

This niche category is ideal for clinicians who aim to restore function and improve the appearance of the gingival region with natural-looking outcomes. By offering composite shades that mimic healthy gingival tissue, it enables more lifelike restorations in both anterior and posterior zones where gum architecture plays a critical visual role.

 

Scope of Products in the Category

Dentalkart’s Gingival Colored Composite range currently includes two high-performance products:

• Shofu Beautifil II Enamel & Gingiva
  A Giomer-based composite restorative offering enamel and gingiva-specific shades for superior gingival harmony, excellent polish retention, and bioactive fluoride release.

• DentAct Ultra Flow Gingival Kit
  A user-friendly kit comprising multiple gingival shades with flowable consistency for precise adaptation in areas with difficult access or shallow cavities.

These products are curated for their unique ability to replicate gingival hues and restore aesthetic balance, especially in patients with cervical erosion, root caries, or high smile lines.

 

Clinical Importance of Gingival Shades in Dentistry

Restoring lost tissue at the cervical margin, especially when adjacent to the gingiva, demands more than strength—it requires color matching and texture blending. Gingival shaded composites help address:

• Gingival recession due to periodontal disease or aggressive brushing

• Class V non-carious cervical lesions

• Abrasion or erosion in the cervical region

• Root exposure following periodontal surgery or trauma

• Camouflage of prosthetic margins in aesthetic zones

By restoring pink aesthetics alongside tooth-colored restorations, dentists can achieve holistic and patient-pleasing results.

 

Category Highlights

• Specialized Gingival Shades – Products like Shofu and DentAct offer multiple pink and brownish shades designed to resemble various gingival tones.

• Excellent Tissue Integration – These materials blend seamlessly with surrounding gingiva, especially in thin biotypes.

• Flexible Consistencies – Available in both packable (Shofu) and flowable (DentAct) forms for different clinical scenarios.

• Bioactive Properties – Shofu’s Giomer technology offers fluoride release and acid resistance for long-term protection.

• Easy Handling – Flowable kits enable minimal-invasive application with precision, ideal for root caries and Class V lesions.

 

Why Gingival Composites Matter

• Enhances smile aesthetics in patients with visible root surfaces or high smile lines

• Restores soft tissue harmony in restorative or prosthetic work

• Blends with natural gingiva, avoiding the harsh look of cervical tooth-colored fillings

• Supports minimally invasive dentistry by masking defects without surgical interventions

• Ideal for geriatric, periodontal, and high-esthetic cases

These composites allow practitioners to go beyond functional restorations and address gingival esthetics — a growing demand in modern dental care.

 

Recommended Brands

Dentalkart offers top-rated gingival composite systems from clinically recognized brands:

• Shofu – Known for pioneering enamel and gingiva-specific restoratives using Giomer chemistry

• DentAct – An innovative brand offering versatile flowable gingival kits with multiple shades and economical value

 

Application & Storage Guidelines

• Surface Prep: Clean the lesion with pumice and isolate the area using rubber dam or cotton rolls

• Etch & Bond: Use a standard etch-and-rinse or self-etch adhesive system

• Composite Placement: Use suitable instruments or syringes for smooth placement; sculpt carefully to match gingival contour

• Cure Properly: Light cure according to manufacturer’s protocol

• Finish & Polish: Use polishing discs or silicone polishers to blend into soft tissue margins

• Storage: Keep syringes capped and avoid direct sunlight

 

Ideal for:

• Periodontists managing post-surgical esthetics

• Restorative dentists treating Class V lesions

• Geriatric patients with gingival recession

• Cosmetic dentists enhancing smile esthetics

• Dental colleges teaching pink aesthetics

 

FAQs – Gingival Colored Composites

1. When should gingival-colored composites be used instead of tooth-colored ones?
When the restoration is located at or below the gumline or involves exposed roots, gingival-colored materials provide a better esthetic match than conventional composites.

2. Are these composites suitable for patients with thin gingival biotype?
Yes, flowable gingival composites like DentAct’s kit allow excellent adaptation in delicate tissue zones.

3. How do I choose the correct shade?
Shade guides provided with Shofu and DentAct kits help match gingival hues ranging from light pink to deeper tones based on the patient’s soft tissue color.

4. Can these be used in combination with tooth-colored composites?
Absolutely. They are often used alongside enamel and dentin shades to create highly esthetic layered restorations in complex cervical lesions.