Product Profile: Step-1 PumEtch

Step-1 PumEtch 

Breakthrough tooth-preparation formula


Step-1 PumEtch is a patent-protected formula that combines both pumice and etchant into one single solution.

Invented by a board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Frank Besson, Step-1 PumEtch has been FDA 510(k)-cleared and clinically validated to effectively prepare a tooth’s surface to directly bond a variety of attachments, including brackets, molar tubes, buttons and eruption appliances. The product is also indicated for preparing tooth surfaces in the application of dental sealants.

Step-1 PumEtch is dispensed into a dampened dish from a dropper bottle that controls the flow of solution while maintaining a proper mix of pumice and etchant. The product is then applied with a microbrush to ensure even yet controlled tooth surface coverage.

Efficiencies and savings:
  • Eliminates a step in your tooth preparation process by combining pumice and etch into one solution.
  • Reduces the need for a variety of materials such as prophy paste and prophy cups when direct bonding appliances.
  • Reduces storage and mess of prophy-related materials in your orthodontic practice.
  • Ensures more complete tooth coverage when used to prepare for the application of dental sealants, because the Step-1 liquid can access crowded, interdental spaces better than pumice.
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