GC Initial IQ Lustre Pastes NF GUM Shades Kit 56grs – #877088 ( Stains for Zirconia - Porcelain & Disilicate )
Description
GC Initial IQ LUSTRE Pastes NF – Gum Shade Set (Kit), 877088
Description
3-dimensional, paintable ceramic pastes for gingival characterization, developed to create a lifelike transition from the crown margin to the gingiva by painting the gum shades. Compatible with the complete GC Initial ceramic range, covering both “low” and “high” CTE ceramics.
Applications
Gingival (“red aesthetics”) staining/characterization for crowns and bridges
Implant-supported restorations requiring soft-tissue zone customization
Gingival areas on zirconia frameworks and other ceramic substructures within the GC Initial range
Key features
Ready-to-use jar consistency with thixotropy for precise application
5 gum-colored pastes + 4 mixable modifiers for custom gingival shades
Designed for fast, paint-on gingival individualization
Shades included (codes)
Gum shades (5)
G-23 Base Light – universal light red gum shade
G-24 Base Dark – universal dark red for intensifying the base gum shade
G-34 Intensive Violet – for extended restorations in the mucogingival fold; can be used with dark skin types
G-35 Intensive Cream – to brighten attached gingiva areas
G-36 Intensive Red – to intensify areas between tooth roots
Mix modifiers (4)
LP-M1 Modifier White
LP-M2 Modifier Red
LP-M3 Modifier Blue
LP-M4 Modifier Brown
Kit contents (quantities & sizes)
5 × Gum shades (5 × 4 g): G-23, G-24, G-34, G-35, G-36
4 × Stain Modifiers (4 × 3 g): LP-M1, LP-M2, LP-M3, LP-M4
Diluting Liquid (8 mL)
Refreshing Liquid (8 mL)
1 × Mixing dish
2 × Brushes
Colour chart + Technical manual
Total PASTE content: 32 g
Gum shades: 5 × 4 g = 20 g
Modifiers: 4 × 3 g = 12 g
Liquids are not grams: Diluting Liquid 8 mL + Refreshing Liquid 8 mL.
Firing schedule (°C)
Set values (most GC Initial systems)
Preheating: 480°C
Drying: 2 min
Heating rate: 45°C/min
Vacuum: No
Hold: 1 min
Final temperature (by system/material)
| System / material | Final temp |
|---|---|
| GC Initial MC | 810°C |
| GC Initial LF | 760°C |
| GC Initial Ti | 770°C |
| GC Initial Zr-FS | 780°C |
| GC Initial PC | 810°C |
| GC Initial IQ POM | 810°C |
| GC Initial IQ POZ | 810°C |
| GC Initial IQ LOM | 810°C |
| GC Initial IQ LOZ | 780°C |
| GC Initial LiSi / LiSi Press | 735–760°C |
| Zirconium Dioxide | 850–950°C |
Handling (liquids)
Use Diluting Liquid to adjust flowability/consistency; mix on a separate plate (do not dilute in the jar).
Use Refreshing Liquid to restore dried pastes to a gel-like consistency.
Do not use water for dilution.