SMITE Flow is a nano-hybrid flowable composite resin manufactured in Egypt by SMITE DENT. It uses 75% silanated barium glass filler (2μm particle size) in a 25% methacrylate resin matrix based on Long-Chain Nano Technology™. It is certified to ISO 4049:2019 and achieves a flexural strength of up to 148 MPa.

SMITE Flow is manufactured by SMITE DENT, an Egyptian dental materials company. It is produced entirely in Egypt. Contact via WhatsApp: +201555297197.

SMITE Flow is available in A1, A2, A3, and Universal shades. The Universal shade is designed for time-efficient clinical use without precise shade matching. A2 is the most common shade ordered for general restorations.

Yes. SMITE Flow is 100% 🇪🇬 Made in Egypt by SMITE DENT. Being locally manufactured means no import duties, no foreign currency exposure, no customs delays, and a competitive price point that reflects local production costs rather than import premiums.

SMITE Flow is classified as a nano-hybrid flowable composite. The 2μm barium glass particles give SMITE Flow the high filler load (75%) and flexural strength characteristic of hybrid composites while maintaining the flowability needed for liner and liner/base applications.

Yes. SMITE Flow is light-cured using a standard dental LED curing light in the 430–480nm wavelength range. Cure time is 40 seconds per 2mm layer. Dual-cure or self-cure initiation is not applicable to this product.

SMITE Flow achieves a flexural strength of up to 148 MPa. Tested on 10 specimens (n=10) using the ISO 4049:2019 three-point bending method at the Dental Research Center, Egypt. The ISO minimum requirement is 80 MPa — SMITE Flow surpasses it by over 80%.

SMITE Flow contains 75% barium glass filler by weight, with a particle size of 2μm. The remaining 25% is a methacrylate resin matrix. 75% is significantly higher than typical flowable composites (which range 50–65%), placing SMITE Flow in the top tier of flowable composite filler loading.

SMITE Flow achieves a depth of cure of 2mm under standard LED light for 40 seconds. This was verified by ISO 4049:2019 depth of cure testing. For restorations requiring deeper fills, use incremental layering technique.

Yes. SMITE Flow has a radiopacity of >2mm aluminum equivalent, exceeding the ISO 4049:2019 minimum of 1mm Al. Barium glass provides excellent radiopacity — SMITE Flow restorations appear clearly bright on dental radiographs, allowing easy distinction from secondary caries.

SMITE Flow has a water absorption of 1.96 wt%. Lower water absorption means less hygroscopic expansion, better dimensional stability, improved color stability over time, and reduced risk of hydrolytic degradation at restoration margins.

SMITE Flow has a work of fracture of 1301 J/m². A high value means the material resists catastrophic sudden fracture — clinically important for restorations under cyclic chewing stress.

SMITE Flow has a wear volume loss of 0.012 mm³ under standard wear testing conditions. Lower wear = longer lasting restorations and better maintenance of occlusal contacts over time.

SMITE Flow uses 2 micrometer (2μm) barium glass filler particles. Particle size affects surface finish, mechanical properties (stress transfer), and filler packing density.

Yes — statistically identical. In the ISO 4049:2019 comparative study (n=10/group), the p-value was p=0.963 by Tukey HSD post-hoc test — not statistically significant. There is no meaningful difference in flexural strength between SMITE Flow and Filtek Supreme Ultra.

SMITE Flow significantly outperforms Tetric EvoFlow in flexural strength (p<0.001). The difference is highly statistically significant. Note: Tetric EvoFlow uses Ivoclar's shrinkage-reduction technology which trades some strength for lower polymerization shrinkage stress.

Based on the flexural strength data, yes. Both products are statistically equivalent in the most critical mechanical property. SMITE Flow is made in Egypt with reliable local supply. We recommend trialing SMITE Flow on a few cases first before switching your full practice supply.

The difference is entirely in the supply chain, not the product. Imported dental materials carry: import duties (5–15%), currency exchange costs, international shipping, distributor margin (30–50%), and retail markup. SMITE Flow is manufactured in Egypt — all those costs are eliminated. The raw formulation quality and lab performance are equivalent.

Based on the combination of lab-verified performance, ISO certification, and local availability, SMITE Flow is the strongest case for the best flowable composite in Egypt. It achieves up to 148 MPa — equal to Filtek Supreme Ultra and significantly stronger than Tetric EvoFlow — manufactured locally with reliable supply.

The study used one-way ANOVA (F(2,27)=48.97, p<0.001). Tukey's HSD post-hoc: SMITE Flow vs Filtek (p=0.963, NS — equal), SMITE Flow vs Tetric (p<0.001, significantly different), Filtek vs Tetric (p<0.001, significantly different). Both SMITE Flow and Filtek are in the statistically equivalent "high strength" cluster.

SMITE Flow has multiple clinical applications: (1) Cavity liner/base under packable composite, (2) Posterior Class I small restorations, (3) Anterior Class III/V restorations, (4) Pit and fissure sealant, (5) Core buildups (layered), (6) Tunnel/slot restorations, (7) Pediatric restorations, (8) Cervical abrasion/erosion lesions.

1. Prepare cavity and apply adhesive. 2. Inject SMITE Flow through the tip, adapting a 0.5–1mm layer to the cavity floor and proximal walls. Use an explorer to eliminate voids. 3. Light-cure 40 seconds. 4. Proceed with packable composite in 2mm increments. The SMITE Flow liner compensates for the packable composite's polymerization shrinkage stress at the floor.

Yes. At up to 148 MPa, SMITE Flow's flexural strength significantly exceeds the ISO 4049 minimum and equals Filtek Supreme Ultra. For small Class I cavities, SMITE Flow alone can be used. For larger posterior restorations, use SMITE Flow as a 1mm base, then overlay with packable composite for the occlusal portion.

Yes. Like all composite resins, SMITE Flow requires a bonding agent (dental adhesive) for bonding to tooth structure. Follow your preferred adhesive protocol (etch-and-rinse or self-etch). Do not apply SMITE Flow to unetched/unbonded tooth structure.

The ISO 4049:2019 verified depth of cure for SMITE Flow is 2mm. Apply in maximum 2mm increments, curing each layer for 40 seconds before adding the next. Do not apply thicker layers — the bottom may remain incompletely polymerized, compromising bond and mechanical properties.

Yes, particularly in Class III (proximal) and Class V (cervical) restorations where esthetics and accessibility are priorities. The injectable nature allows precise delivery to difficult-access areas. A1, A2, A3, and Universal shades accommodate most anterior tooth shades.

Store SMITE Flow at room temperature (15–25°C), away from direct light. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Replace the cap immediately after use. Typical shelf life is 24 months when stored correctly.

Yes. SMITE Flow is well-suited for Class I and II restorations in primary molars, pit and fissure sealing in permanent first molars, and Class V restorations in children. The flowable consistency requires less cavity preparation, reducing patient chair time.

In composite resins, filler particles carry the mechanical load through stress transfer. The resin matrix is less stiff than glass — when force is applied, glass particles bear the brunt. More glass = better stress distribution = higher strength. At 75% filler, SMITE Flow has more stress-bearing glass per unit volume than composites at 50–65% filler, which is why it achieves up to 148 MPa vs typical flowables at 90–110 MPa.

Barium (Ba) has a high atomic number (Z=56), giving excellent X-ray opacity (radiopacity). This allows SMITE Flow restorations to appear clearly bright on radiographs. Barium glass also offers good mechanical stiffness and chemical stability in the oral environment.

Silanation treats filler particles with silane coupling agents that create a chemical bridge between the glass surface and the resin matrix. Without silanation, filler particles would simply be suspended in the matrix without chemical bonding — they'd pull away under stress, drastically reducing mechanical properties.

Long-Chain Nano Technology™ is SMITE DENT's proprietary resin matrix formulation using longer polymer chain monomers. Longer chains create a denser polymer network after photopolymerization, contributing to higher cross-link density, improved fracture toughness, better wear resistance (0.012 mm³), and higher work of fracture (1301 J/m²).

A composite specimen (2mm × 2mm × 25mm bar) is placed across two supports (20mm apart) and loaded at the midpoint until fracture. Flexural strength is calculated using: FS = 3FL / 2bd² where F = fracture force (N), L = span (mm), b = width, d = depth. This replicates the bending stress a restoration experiences under occlusal loading.

The 80 MPa threshold in ISO 4049:2019 for Type II (stress-bearing) materials was established through biomechanical studies of intraoral forces. Maximum biting forces range 200–800N depending on location. SMITE Flow at up to 148 MPa provides a substantial safety factor well above this minimum.

Yes. SMITE Flow is certified to ISO 4049:2019 (Dentistry — Polymer-based restorative materials). All required tests have been conducted: flexural strength (up to 148 MPa ≥ 80 MPa minimum), depth of cure (2mm), radiopacity (>2mm Al ≥ 1mm Al), water absorption (within limits), and color stability (passed).

ISO 4049:2019 covers: (1) Flexural Strength — min 80 MPa. (2) Depth of Cure — confirms polymerization depth. (3) Radiopacity — min 1mm Al. (4) Water Absorption & Solubility — checks dimensional and chemical stability. (5) Color Stability — delta-E measurement after aging. All ensure the material is safe and effective for intraoral use.

ISO 4049:2019 testing for SMITE Flow was conducted at the Dental Research Center, Egypt, under the supervision of Dr. Emad Abdelfatah Mohammed. The comparative flexural strength study used 10 specimens per group (n=10).

Type I (non-stress-bearing) — minimum 50 MPa flexural strength. Type II (stress-bearing) — minimum 80 MPa, used in posterior or load-bearing applications. SMITE Flow at up to 148 MPa qualifies as Type II and can be used in both categories.

Order SMITE Flow directly via WhatsApp: +201555297197. SMITE DENT is available on the Easy Orders platform. Specify: shade (A1/A2/A3/Universal), quantity, and delivery address.

Contact SMITE DENT via WhatsApp (+201555297197) to confirm shipping availability to your location. SMITE DENT serves dental practices across Egypt and is expanding availability in the Middle East market.

Contact SMITE DENT via WhatsApp (+201555297197) to ask about trial/sample quantities. Trying SMITE Flow on a few cases first before committing to a full practice supply is a sensible approach when switching from any existing product.