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This resource page is designed to answer common questions about the Unica Anterior and Unica Proximal Anterior matrices, helping you maximize efficiency and achieve predictable results in your anterior restorations. We will continue to update this page based on feedback from clinicians participating in the Unica field test.

Please email your suggestions to jmaglin@garrisondental.com.

Unica Matrices Overview

Unica matrices are designed to simplify and streamline anterior restorations by combining anatomical contouring with easy placement and reliable stability. Their unique shapes adapt naturally to the tooth, helping clinicians efficiently restore both function and esthetics. With Unica, it is easier to achieve natural tooth form, establish predictable contact points, and manage cervical and proximal margins with confidence.

By reducing the need for extensive manual shaping and adjustments, Unica matrices save valuable chair time while improving consistency across restorations. Whether for routine Class III and IV cases, cosmetic reshaping, or more advanced esthetic procedures, the Unica system provides a practical, time-saving solution that enhances workflow and clinical outcomes.

The Unica System includes two different matrices designs, the Unica Anterior and the Unica Proximal. The Unica Anterior matrix adapts to both cervical and proximal margins, making it ideal for anterior restorations that involve the gingival area (Class III, IV, V, veneers). In contrast, the Unica Proximal focuses only on interproximal surfaces when the cervical margin is not affected, offering easier handling, better access, and clear visibility for contact point reconstruction and esthetic reshaping.

Unica Anterior

Unica Anterior is a contoured matrix system designed to simplify Class III, IV, and V restorations by allowing simultaneous restoration of proximal and cervical margins with predictable esthetic results.

Choose Unica according to its shape and the tooth to be restored:

Unica Anterior

maxillary central incisors
maxillary lateral incisors
canine teeth

Unica Minideep Anterior

maxillary and mandibular laterals
mandibular central incisors
conoid teeth
triangular teeth
peg laterals

Clinical Application


Class III cavity restorations	Class IV cavity restorations	Class V cavity restorations	Shape modifications	Direct stratification composite veneers

How to Position Unica Anterior

Step 1. Insert Unica with wings; for tight contacts, place one wing at a time

Step 2. Gently pull the matrix palatally by its placement wings

Step 3. Push the cervical connection into the gingival sulcus

Step 4. Insert a myWedge to fix the matrix in position

Unica Anterior Videos

3D video - Unica

Anterior direct composite restoration performed by Dr. Manauta

Direct composite veneers with layering technique

Unica Anterior: the one solution to anterior restorations

Unica Anterior Cases

Unica frame as key to success in direct veneering

by Dr Osama Shaalan
(From the StyleItaliano website)

The Lower Anteriors Challenge

by Dr Valentin Vervack
(From the StyleItaliano website)

Monoshade composite bonding

by Dr Marcin Krupinski
(From the StyleItaliano website)

Achieving Aesthetic Symmetry in Multiple Diastema Closure

by Dr Marcin Krupinski
(From the StyleItaliano website)

Unica Proximal

Unica Proximal is a thin, anatomically shaped matrix designed for anterior restorations involving the proximal walls, providing stability, visibility, and reliable contact points.

Choose Unica Proximal for anterior restorations involving the proximal walls.

Clinical Applications


Class III cavity restorations	Class IV cavity restorations	Shape modification of a peg lateral	Diastema closure	Direct stratification composite veneers