Notification Dated 7.7.21:

PalaXtreme UPDATED HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS IN LAB

There has been a small number of reported skin reactions when using PalaXtreme without the proper dust extraction system and safety equipment in the lab. The occurrence of symptoms exclusively concerns only lab staff grinding the polymerized product in the dental laboratory.

It does not affect any patients!

According to the manufacturers current knowledge, approximately 1 in 100 dental technicians is affected by the symptoms described in the safety notice that can be downloaded here link below.

Field Safety Notice Information Sheet DOWNLOAD HERE

If you have any concerns, comments or questions please contact the team at Durodent (1800 653 439 or office@durodent.com.au ) or Kulzer Australia directly.

Manufacturer Contact:

Kulzer Australia Pty Ltd
Unit 20 / 53 Lorraine St, PEAKHURST, NSW, 2210 Australia
Phone: +61 2 9153 0311
E-mail: info.australia@kulzer-dental.com
Web: https://kulzer.com/australia

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CAUTION – Using Kulzer Pala Xtreme Denture Acrylic

Kulzer Australia OHS Guidelines (Issued 8.4.21)

A small number of global users have reported some minor skin irritations in the form of red spots when using Kulzer Pala Xtreme powder.  It was evident in all these small number of cases the user was not utilising any protective wear in the form of gloves and long sleeves. Upon the commencement of wearing protective wear such as gloves and long sleeves the irritation subsided.

Please observe occupational health and safety guidelines when using Pala Xtreme Acrylic to avoid transferring dust particles to hands & forearms avoiding possible skin irritations.

1. Switch on workplace suction while handling Pala Xtreme powder
2. Wear long-sleeved protective shirt / lab coat / disposable gown.
3. If possible, wear gloves during the preparation and trimming
4. After use, in particular, clean the contact surfaces on the workbench, arm rests & handles on chairs.

For further information please contact:

Kulzer Australia Pty Ltd
Unit 20 / 53 Lorraine St, PEAKHURST, NSW, 2210 Australia
Phone: +61 2 9153 0311
E-mail: info.australia@kulzer-dental.com
Web: https://kulzer.com/australia

PalaXtreme ‐ HIGH IMPACT Cold Cure (Colour Stable)

QUICK GUIDE PDF

DOWNLOAD - Kulzer 2022 Pala Scientific Studies - Collection of scientific studies on Kulzer Teeth and Denture acrylics

High-impact, self-curing acrylic for every indication. Cold-curing resin PalaXtreme – Incredibly Strong & Gentle.
With PalaXtreme you get high-impact strength, excellent handling characteristics and allergy friendliness. The “core shell technology” minimises the
risk of fractures. This high-impact, self-curing denture acrylic offers labs great flexibility, and it is just as easy to use as – or even easier than –
conventional autopolymerising materials, whether you prefer the pouring or the injection technique. The acrylic also minimises the risk of allergies
for users and patients – proving that it is both strong and gentle at the same time.

Information:

• High fracture resistance due to additives that bond firmly and evenly
• Colour stable due to catalyst system
• Passes both ISO 20795 tests of maximum stress intensity (2.39 MPa*m1/2) and total fracture of work (1,128 J/m²)
• Minimises need for warranty repairs, even for implants
• Easy handling for all indications
• Suitable for injection & pour technique
• Allergy friendly with extremely low residual monomers (2.03%)
• For the manufacturing of dentures to withstand highest strain.
• Cadmium-free.

Process:

• Due to the higher material properties, PalaXtreme requires slightly different treatment to normal self cures and must be followed carefully.
• Procedure:
  • Mixing Ratio: Important
    • Injection: 20g Pwd: 12ml Liq 
    • Pouring: 10g Pwd: 6ml Liq.
  • Mixing Time: Mix very well for minimum 30 seconds (up to 1 minute) - Use Timer. It will be like wet sand, quite stiff. Form a homogenous mass.
  • Injecting: Once material has a dull surface.
  • Pouring: Can be poured about 3 min after mixing at a room temperature of 23°C; after 6 min, a plastic phase lasting approx 3 min is reached
  • Polymerisation: Allow bench cure for min 7 mins / max 13 min. Surface should be dull. Polymerisation In
    pressure vessel: 30 Mins, Water Temp 55°C, Pressure: 2 bar.

Indications: Full Dentures, Partial Dentures, Implant Overdenture, Complete Model Cast Prosthesis, Splint Construction, Repairs. (Colour matches with Paladent 20 Heatcure or Paladon 65 Heatcure)