Matrix Comparison Guide

Being the Matrix Company, one of the most frequent questions we get is “which matrix do I use where?” While personal preference will drive much of the decision process, below is a chart that can provide a good starting point.

Large Class II

Slightly Wide and/or Deep
Strata-G™ Sectional Matrix System Kits

BEST - IMPROVED! Great choice even if the preparation is wide; Use Wide Prep ring with subgingival matrix bands.

Deep Margin Elevation Kits

BETTER - Use clear version to improve visualization of overall restoration.

SlickBands™ Tofflemire-Style Matrices

GOOD - Use Right-Curve matrix to improve anatomy of extremely wide preps.

Class V

Class V
Blue View™ Cervical Matrices

BEST - Contours and directly compresses resin while eliminating air-inhibited layer.

Crown Build Up / Post / Core

Crown Buildups
Deep Margin Elevation Kits

BEST - Best choice if you want a cure-through matrix for a core build-up.

SlickBands™ Tofflemire-Style Matrices

GOOD - A popular choice; Use Right-Curve gray (regular) matrix for the tightest possible cervical seal.