Bioclear and Minimally Invasive Composite Dentistry

BioClear & Minimally Invasive Composite Dentistry: A Practical Guide for Independent

Practices

By Michael McCoy

TL;DR: BioClear’s injection-molded composite method lets you deliver strong, esthetic, additive

restorations (think black triangles, Class II/III/V, diastema closures, peg laterals, worn dentition)

with less tooth reduction, single-visit efficiency, and predictable outcomes. Dental Collective

members get 20% off all BioClear products and education—plus stacked savings on

complementary materials through our other partners.

Why minimally invasive composite?

Traditional GV Black-style preparations were designed for amalgam. With composite, sharp internal

angles can concentrate stress and contribute to interfacial tension and microleakage. A minimally

invasive, radius-bevel “infinity edge” prep favors compression over tension, supporting bonded

composite longevity—without aggressive tooth reduction required for many indirect options.

Clinical upsides at a glance

• Tooth preservation: Additive dentistry protects remaining enamel/dentin.

• One-visit care: No temps, no lab turnaround, fewer callbacks.

• Esthetics on demand: Natural emergence profiles and papilla support.

• Patient-friendly economics: No lab fee; material cost is typically around ~$100 per

restoration (varies by case and product choices), with fees comparable to many crown co-

pays in practice.

• Longevity: Well-executed bonded composites can show excellent service life in function

when placed with proper protocol and occlusal management.

What makes BioClear different?

1) The BioClear Method (Injection-Molded Composite)

BioClear standardizes composite placement using heated composite (~155°F / ~68°C) and an

injection molding workflow that adapts material into a monolithic mass. This reduces internal

stress, improves adaptation, and streamlines polishability and final form.

2) Anatomically Shaped Matrices

Unlike flat mylar, BioClear’s anatomic matrices (anterior & posterior) create proper emergence

profiles, sub-gingival reach, and contact predictability—critical for:

• Black triangle closure (embrasure regeneration)

• Diastema closure & peg lateral augmentation

• Class II contact predictability

• Cervical lesions and root coverage esthetics

3) Repeatable, Scripted Protocols

From isolation and biofilm removal to matrix selection, heating, injection, contouring, and finishing,

BioClear promotes a systematic, teachable protocol. Teams that “follow the script” routinely

report faster learning curves and more consistent results.

High-value indications you can add (or elevate) this quarter

Black Triangle Closure (BTC)

Aesthetic, conservative solution for post-orthodontic or periodontal papilla loss. The BioClear BTC

kit and protocol let you “shrink-wrap” warmed composite to regenerate the emergence profile and

visually close the embrasure—no veneers or aggressive reduction.

Posterior Class II

Radius-bevel prep + warmed composite + anatomic matrices yields tight contacts, solid

interproximal form, and smooth cervical adaptation without over-reliance on wedges or burnishing

tricks.

Anterior Additive Esthetics

Diastema closure, peg laterals, enamel edge wear: biofilm control + heated injection +

contour/polish delivers lifelike transitions and translucency without prepping for porcelain.

Cervical/Root Surface Lesions

Injection-molded composite improves marginal seal and finish line access in challenging cervical

areas.

Team training that actually sticks

BioClear is education-first, and that’s a big reason clinicians get predictable results.

Training pathways

• Black Triangle Certification (1-day, rotating U.S. venues)

• Core Anterior / Core Posterior (4-day) at the Tacoma Learning Center (and select sites)

• Virtual 1-day (≈7 CE) hands-on: BioClear ships a kit (heater, models, consumables); you

use your curing light/handpieces and complete multiple exercises in your own operatory

with live instructor support.

• In-office hybrid demos: Schedule a guided, bite-sized hands-on over lunch to get your

team Monday-ready.

Member perk: Dental Collective members receive 20% off all BioClear education (as well as

products). We also co-host regional workshops that bundle CE, hands-on, and vendor stack

savings.

Cost, time, and patient experience

• Materials: Commonly ~$100 per restoration in direct costs when you factor matrices,

composite, and adjuncts; no lab fee.

• Chairtime: One appointment, fewer temporaries, and no remakes related to lab fit/shade

transit issues.

• Fees: Practices often price BTC and comprehensive anterior additive cases as premium

esthetic services; for posterior direct, fees compare favorably to indirect alternatives and

many patient co-pays.

Stack your savings as a Dental Collective member

• BioClear: 20% off all products and courses.

• Composite & adjuncts: Access discounted pricing on all major composite manufacturers

and others via our supply partners (e.g., Dental City).

• Finishing & polishing: Deep discounts on finishing diamonds/burs (e.g., up to ~50% off

with Komet through our program).

Net effect: A lower per-case cost structure that makes BioClear cases more profitable while

remaining patient-friendly.

Implementation checklist (plug-and-play)

1. Pick your first three indications (e.g., BTC, Class II, peg laterals).

2. Enroll your lead dentist + assistant in Black Triangle or Virtual 7-CE to learn the method

end-to-end.

3. Order starter kits (BTC + core anterior/posterior matrices) and a composite warmer.

4. Stock composites you trust (body/flowable), separators, isolation, and finishing/diamond

sequence.

5. Run an in-office demo for your broader team; schedule your first Monday case.

6. Capture before/after photos; create a BTC/Composite Esthetics page on your website

and add to case acceptance scripts.

7. Track metrics: case count, chair time, material cost/case, patient satisfaction, follow-up

integrity.

Common questions (quick answers)

Will these hold up like my crowns?

Different materials, different failure modes—properly executed bonded composites can show

excellent longevity and are tooth-preserving. Case selection and occlusal management matter.

Do I need special equipment?

You’ll need a composite heater, BioClear anatomic matrices, isolation, finishing sequence, and

your standard bonding/composites. Training will cover the nuances.

How fast can my team be “case-ready”?

Many teams are confident after a 1-day virtual or BTC course plus an in-office guided demo.

Member offer & how to begin

Dental Collective Member Benefit: 20% off BioClear products and education (applied to eligible

promos as well). We’ll connect you with the BioClear team for onboarding, course enrollment, and

first-case support.

Next steps

• Log in to your Member Portal for the BioClear page and contact details.

• Or message us to set up a regional workshop (10–25 doctors) or an in-office hybrid demo

for your team.

Dental Collective Podcast

• Tune into our episode with John McCoy, VP of Sales & Marketing at BioClear to learn more!

• https://open.spotify.com/episode/3c01avDpu9iySzLDhXCcKn?si=6eb3de0a96d847cc

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