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A PracticePassion Original · with Kuraray Noritake · Hosted by Dr. Mike DiTolla

ONE SHADE

Exploring simplified esthetic restorations.

Dr. Mike DiTolla talks with clinicians about their experience using CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES-2 Universal composite. Join us as we review images showcasing their methods for getting great esthetics in a simplified workflow — and laugh along as we interrogate them in a segment called “A Shady Past.”

The idea behind the show

Intelligent Simplification

Dr. Mike DiTolla talks with clinicians about their experience using CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES-2 Universal — reviewing the images behind great esthetics in a simplified workflow, and interrogating every guest in a segment called “A Shady Past.”

Sponsor Spotlight · Kuraray Noritake

CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES-2 Universal

One shade for all posterior restorations. No opaquer needed.

How many shades of composite do you need in the posterior region? With the Universal shade concept, a single shade does the trick — independent of the color of the underlying and adjacent tooth structure. Accurate color matching, high polishability, and the working time to sculpt without racing the light.

Read the FAQ
CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES-2 Universal syringe and PLT tips
01

One Shade, All Posteriors

A single "U — Universal" shade covers Classes I, II and V, across the full VITA classical A1–D3 range.

02

No Opaquer Needed

Tuned translucency means no blocker or opaquer step — one less material, one less decision, one less minute.

03

4+ Minute Working Time

Significantly longer working time under ambient light — sculpt the anatomy, don't race it.

Light transmission with and without Light Diffusion Technology

Light Diffusion Technology

LDT makes the restoration diffuse light the way natural tooth structure does — so the material integrates smoothly into its surroundings instead of sitting in them. That's the whole trick behind one shade matching many.

Before & After

Posterior restoration before
Before · maxillary first molar
Posterior restoration after
After · single U shade, no opaquer

Frequently Asked Questions

Which shades does the Universal concept cover?

CLEARFIL MAJESTY™ ES-2 Universal is a simplified system covering all shades of the VITA classical A1–D3 guide with a single "U" shade.

Is a blocker or opaquer required?

No. The material's specific level of translucency and Kuraray Noritake's Light Diffusion Technology make restorations diffuse light the way tooth structure does, so it integrates without an opaquer.

How does the working time compare?

Significantly longer than competitive products — over 4 minutes under ambient light — which helps when sculpting anatomy before curing.

What about polishability and physical properties?

Identical to the established MAJESTY™ ES-2 series: easy polishing with a durable gloss, 78 wt% filler content, radiopaque, light-cure.

How is it supplied and stored?

Syringe and PLT (pre-loaded tip) delivery. Store at 36–77°F; shelf life is 48 months from date of manufacture.

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