Inventory ID: 984-0647AA
MicroPrime G Desensitizing Agent is a glutaraldehyde/HEMA-based dental desensitizing agent designed to eliminate post-operative sensitivity in restorative and preventive procedures. Compatible with total-etch and self-etch bonding systems, cements, and amalgam, it can be placed under temporary, provisional, or final restorations to reduce dentinal hypersensitivity. This Complete Buyer's Guide clarifies selection and maintains dependable desensitizing workflows in your practice.
What makes this product stand out?
MicroPrime G is a Gluma-equivalent formula containing 35% HEMA and 5% glutaraldehyde that eliminates post-operative sensitivity and acts as a disinfectant. The glutaraldehyde strengthens the collagen framework for easier adhesive penetration, while HEMA creates tubular occlusion to limit fluid movement in dentinal tubules. MicroPrime G integrates easily into standard restorative protocols for both direct and indirect procedures.
Key advantages include:
- Enhances bonding between enamel/dentin and composite materials
- Inactivates MMPs (matrix metalloproteinases) to protect collagen fibrils and improve adhesive bond strength
- Compatible with total-etch and self-etch bonding systems, cements, and amalgam restorations
- Can be used alone on cervical erosions for immediate desensitization
- Desensitizing properties last up to 10 years
What is this product made of?
This desensitizing agent contains glutaraldehyde and HEMA. The glutaraldehyde acts as a flocculating agent that strengthens collagen and creates tubular occlusion, limiting fluid movement and reducing postoperative sensitivity without affecting adhesive bond strength. The HEMA component rewets dentin and increases adhesive penetration depth. The formula also contains benzethonium chloride to kill bacteria at the preparation site.
At-a-glance comparison:
- Primer vs no primer: primers improve surface wetting and bonding performance versus untreated surfaces.
- Primer vs adhesive alone: primers modify the tooth surface so adhesives can better infiltrate and bond, especially in moist environments.
For dental teams, using MicroPrime G Desensitizing Agent on every vital tooth delivers predictable sensitivity reduction and long-term bond protection across direct and indirect restorations.
What is it used for?
MicroPrime G is used as a desensitizing agent placed under dental cements or restorative materials before bonding to reduce or eliminate postoperative sensitivity.
Common applications include:
- Enhancing bond strength in composite restorations
- Conditioning enamel and dentin before adhesive placement
- Supporting adhesion in Class I, II, III, IV, and V restorations
- Improving bonding where saliva/moisture control is limited
- Chairside adhesive workflows requiring predictable bonding
Why you'll appreciate this product
MicroPrime G Desensitizing Agent delivers predictable sensitivity reduction while maintaining efficient restorative protocols.
For your work:
- The glutaraldehyde/HEMA formula reliably eliminates post-operative sensitivity
- MMP inactivation protects the dentin-resin interface for long-term bond durability
- Antibacterial properties disinfect preparation sites at the time of placement
- Easy integration into standard bonding protocols with a 30-second application
For your practice:
- Universal compatibility reduces the need for multiple desensitizing products
- Desensitizing properties lasting up to 10 years reduce patient callbacks for sensitivity
- The small 10 mL bottle provides efficient chairside dosing with minimal waste
- Consistent outcomes reduce post-operative sensitivity complaints and remakes
A dependable primer helps support consistent adhesion and long-lasting restorative results.