Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does Moisture Insensitive Primer mean?
Literally, it means “not physically or chemically sensitive to small quantities of moisture.” Clinically, it means “after
rinsing and thoroughly removing etchant, drying of tooth surface before priming is not required.”
2. What will happen if I apply Transbond™ MIP moisture insensitive primer to dry teeth?
Bond strength will not be affected.
3. Should I dip the applicator in the Transbond MIP primer before coating each tooth?
Yes. Dip applicator and completely saturate the brush tip in the primer before coating each tooth to ensure
adequate coverage of etched surface. Adequate coverage is necessary to ensure bond strength.
4. What if there is water/saliva contamination after the application of the Transbond MIP primer?
If bonding is delayed and moisture contamination occurs after the application of primer to the tooth surface, apply
one more fresh coat of primer over the contaminated area, blow air for 2-5 seconds and bond immediately.
5. Why should I blow air on each tooth for 2-5 seconds after applying the Transbond MIP primer?
Blowing air for 2-5 seconds helps force the primer into the enamel rods and distributes the primer evenly, ensuring
adequate bond strength. Ethanol is also evaporated.
6. Is Transbond MIP primer compatible with all Transbond brand light cure adhesives?
Yes. Transbond MIP primer works with Transbond™ XT Light Cure Adhesive, Transbond™ LR Adhesive for Lingual
Retainers Capsules, Transbond XT syringes, and APC™ PLUS Adhesive Coated Appliance System.
7. Is Transbond MIP primer compatible with the chemical cure adhesives?
Yes. Transbond MIP primer has been qualified for both Concise™ Chemical Cure and Unite™ Chemical Cure
Adhesives as well as Sondhi™ Rapid-Set Indirect Bonding Adhesive. Please follow the Instructions for each of the
above mentioned adhesives.