Interproximal Reduction Procedures
Step 1
Review the lab report to check in which location interproximal reduction is required
Step 2
Use dental floss for the preparation in the appropriate interdental space
Step 3
Place the IPR strip in the desired contat
Step 4
Gradually move the strip labio-lingually and if necesary, several times gingival until the contacts are sufficiently opened and there is no longer resistance
Step 6
Using the IPR strip, roundation of the line angles are achieved by apply the IPR strips to the surfaces while moving labio-lingually
Step 6
Using dental floss, check that the interdental spaces are contact-free and smooth Subgingival contact should not longer be present
Additional comments
After IPR, fluoride gel or fluoride toothpaste should be applied for 5 minutes to close the enamel wound
To determine whether the interdental spaces have been suffiencently opened, an IPR gauge can be used
If IPR is required, but the contacts is already opened, smooth the surfaces in the interdental space and make sure that required distance is actually present