{"product_id":"3m-espe-single-bond-universal-adhesive-dental-bonding-agent","title":"3M ESPE Single Bond Universal Adhesive — 5ml Dental Bonding Agent","description":"\u003ch2\u003e3M ESPE Single Bond Universal Adhesive – 5ml | The Gold Standard in Dental Bonding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrusted by dental professionals worldwide, the \u003cstrong\u003e3M ESPE Single Bond Universal Adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e is the benchmark universal bonding agent for composite restorations, ceramic veneers, and zirconia bonding. Available in a 5ml bottle with 9 units in stock — ready for fast UK delivery to your dental practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Bonding System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-etch, selective-etch, and total-etch compatible — one adhesive for every clinical situation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMDP Phosphate Monomer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chemical bonding to zirconia, alumina, and metal restorations without additional primer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilane Incorporated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonds to silica-based ceramics directly — no separate silane step required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Bond Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clinically proven bond strength to enamel and dentine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5ml Bottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Economical for high-volume restorative practices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3M ESPE Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured to the exacting standards of 3M's dental division\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3M ESPE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3M-SBU-001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5ml per bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCure Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light-cured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-etch \/ Selective-etch \/ Total-etch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enamel, dentine, zirconia, metal, silica ceramics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is 3M ESPE Single Bond Universal Adhesive used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3M ESPE Single Bond Universal is a universal dental bonding agent used to bond composite resin restorations, ceramic veneers, crowns, and bridges to tooth structure. It is compatible with enamel, dentine, zirconia, metal, and silica-based ceramics — making it the most versatile bonding agent available. It can be used in self-etch, selective-etch, and total-etch techniques, eliminating the need for multiple adhesive systems in one practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan 3M Single Bond Universal be used with zirconia restorations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — 3M Single Bond Universal contains MDP phosphate monomer, which creates a chemical bond to zirconia and alumina restorations without requiring a separate zirconia primer. This makes it particularly valuable for practices placing zirconia crowns and bridges, simplifying the cementation protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes 3M Single Bond Universal contain silane?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — silane is incorporated into 3M Single Bond Universal, allowing direct bonding to silica-based ceramics (glass ceramics, feldspathic porcelain) without a separate silane coupling agent application step. This streamlines the bonding protocol for ceramic restorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between self-etch and total-etch technique with this adhesive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eself-etch technique\u003c\/strong\u003e, Single Bond Universal is applied directly to unetched tooth structure — it simultaneously conditions and bonds. In \u003cstrong\u003etotal-etch technique\u003c\/strong\u003e, 37% phosphoric acid is applied first to enamel and dentine, rinsed, then Single Bond Universal is applied. Total-etch typically achieves higher bond strengths to enamel; self-etch is gentler on dentine and reduces post-operative sensitivity. Selective-etch (etching enamel only) combines the benefits of both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does a 5ml bottle of 3M Single Bond Universal last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5ml bottle typically provides 100–150 applications depending on cavity size and technique. For practices performing 5–10 composite restorations per week, a 5ml bottle represents approximately 3–6 months of supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can UK dental practices buy 3M ESPE Single Bond Universal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHospitrade Ltd stocks 3M ESPE Single Bond Universal Adhesive (5ml) with fast UK delivery. Order online at hospitrade.co.uk or contact \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@hospitrade.co.uk\"\u003esales@hospitrade.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing and bulk orders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"3M ESPE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51998876827968,"sku":"3M-SBU-001","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/8822\/6624\/files\/3m-espe-label-close-up.png?v=1778517256","url":"https:\/\/hospitrade.co.uk\/products\/3m-espe-single-bond-universal-adhesive-dental-bonding-agent","provider":"Hospitrade Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}