Ormco EtchFree
Bond smarter,
protect better.

Free your practice from acid etching and dive into the future with Ormco EtchFree Bonding

Eliminate acid etch

Complete moisture tolerance

Fewer debonds^¹

Breakthrough in orthodontic bonding

Ormco EtchFree Bonding is a revolutionary bonding solution designed to make your job easier.

Discover Ormco EtchFree Bonding, the new adhesive system completely eliminating acid etching from orthodontic bonding:

Ormco EtchFree:

Optimizes your bonding workflow
Saves you time on every case
Provides bond reliability throughout treatment
Helps to preserve the enamel health for your patients

The system includes the EtchFree Primer, Ortho Solo bond enhancer, and EtchFree Adhesive, which is designed to integrate seamlessly into your practice and can be used in a variety of orthodontic bonding applications – from direct and indirect bracket bonding to aligner attachment bonding.

Why EtchFree?

Speed

Easier and faster
bonding procedures

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Save time. No etching, rinsing, drying or waiting.
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Simplify your bonding process. No special steps—simply brush and go.

Speed

Fewer
debonds²

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Bond reliability. Consistent bonds in wet or dry conditions.
✔
Simplify your bonding process. No special steps—simply brush and go.

Improved patient
experience

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Helps preserve enamel health.³ May help prevent white spot lesions by removing acid etching⁴.
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Reduced risk of burning or discomfort. Faster bonding for the patient.

How it works

Unique chemistry to eliminate acid etching

Instead of the typical acid etching that roughens the enamel to create a mechanical bond with resin tags, Ormco EtchFree Bonding creates an ionic bond with the calcium in the enamel itself.

This technology allows EtchFree Bonding to help maintain the enamel health and completely withstand moisture contamination, reducing debonds compared to other adhesive products.

Save time with reduced bonding steps

Ormco EtchFree Bonding removes the etching, rinsing, and drying steps from the typical bonding protocol. The Ormco EtchFree Primer can be applied without any agitation, waiting or other steps, resulting in reduced technique sensitivity and significant time savings.

Traditional Etch, Prime, Bond Procedure – 11 Steps

Ormco EtchFree Bonding – 9 Steps

Eliminating the etch, rinse and dry steps saves you and your staff time!

Exceptional enamel protection

Traditional acid etching is designed to expose the enamel rods that support a mechanical bond with the resin adhesive. EtchFree Primer minimizes surface roughening damage to the enamel compared to traditional etchant or self-etch products, while promoting reliable bond strength.

Virgin Enamel

Etchant

Etchant (30s)

Kerr Self-Etch Product

Kerr Self-Etch Product⁵

Transbond L-Pop (SEP)

Transbond L-Pop (SEP)⁶

Ormco EtchFree

Images shown at 5,000x magnification. ⁵ + ⁶

Consistent bond strength.
Wet or dry.

Unlike leading bonding products, Ormco EtchFree Bonding maintains high bond strength even in a completely wet environment.

Average bond strength with moisture in every step⁷

Transbond XT

1.94

Transbond Moisture
Insensitive Primer

5.11

Ormco EtchFree Bonding

11.2

Average Bond Strength (MPA)

Aligner attachments

Metal or ceramic brackets

Bracket bonding procedure

Demi™ Plus

Demi™ Plus powered by Demetron™ Technology pioneered by our sister company Kerr, has been at the forefront of light curing since its inception. With a light weight, balanced design and intuitive controls, DemiPlus brings sophisticated engineering, performance and efficiency to the Orthodontist.

Demi Plus features 3 different time settings, 5, 10 and 20 seconds with audible beeps after 5 seconds.

For optimal curing, place the light guide as close to the bracket as possible and ensure the light guide is clean and free from debris.

What is Ormco™ EtchFree Bonding?

Ormco™ EtchFree Bonding is a state-of-the-art adhesive system developed for orthodontic applications. Unlike conventional or self-etch products, it eliminates the need for acid etching, offering complete moisture tolerance in every step, a simpler and faster procedure, and improved patient experience.

What can Ormco™ EtchFree Bonding be used for?

Ormco EtchFree Bonding can be used to bond metal or ceramic brackets and aligner attachments to teeth with healthy enamel to facilitate orthodontic treatment.

How does EtchFree Bonding work?

EtchFree Bonding works by ionically bonding directly to the calcium in enamel without the need for acid etching. This innovative approach eliminates moisture sensitivity, reduces procedure time, and minimizes the risk of enamel damage.

What are the components of the EtchFree Bonding system?

EtchFree Primer, which replaces the acid etchant of conventional bonding products
Ortho Solo™, a moisture-tolerant resin bond enhancer
EtchFree Adhesive, a translucent bracket paste that also contains the unique EtchFree monomer

Does EtchFree Bonding provide a durable bond?

Yes, EtchFree Bonding ensures a durable and long-lasting bond that is comparable to leading products and often exceeds their bond strengths in wet environments.

What are the benefits of using EtchFree Bonding?

Eliminates acid etching and its steps
Provides strong and reliable bonds in wet or dry environments
Reduces procedure time
Minimizes risk of enamel damage
May help reduce white spot lesion formation

Is there anything I should know when using EtchFree Bonding for the first time?

When switching any adhesive products in your procedure, make sure staff is being diligent in following the correct steps, especially when applying Adhesive to bracket pads, as this step can be prone to technician error when trying something new.

Can I use EtchFree Bonding for both initial bonding and rebonds or repositions?

Yes, EtchFree Bonding is effective for initial bracket or attachment bonding as well as for rebonds or repositions. EtchFree Primer comes in Single Patient Vials, which can treat both arches of a single patient, or Reposition Vials, which can treat 3 to 5 teeth.

Can I use this with Ormco Digital Bonding?

EtchFree Bonding is effective for direct and indirect bonding methods and eliminates moisture-control challenges associated with both.

What precautions should be taken when using EtchFree Bonding?

While the EtchFree Bonding procedure is simplified compared to conventional products, it is essential to follow standard clinical precautions for optimal results:

Ensure the enamel surface is pumiced and clean
Ensure that proper isolation and evacuation are in place
Ensure that your standard patient-safety steps are taken

What are the curing time instructions?

Please refer to the table below for guidance if using a Demi™ Plus Curing Light:

Curing Method	Wattage	Appliance	Time
Demi™ Plus	1150–1350mW/cm²	Metal Brackets	20s (5s mesial, 5s distal, 10s occlusal)
Demi™ Plus	1150–1350mW/cm²	Ceramic Brackets	10s
Demi™ Plus	1150–1350mW/cm²	Aligner Attachments	10s

How should EtchFree Bonding be stored?

Ormco EtchFree Bonding should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Proper storage ensures the product maintains its shelf-life and efficacy.

Want to learn more?

The EtchFree™ evolution:

Introducing the next generation of bonding, inspired by nature

By Sam Alauddin, Zachary Burkett, and Ismail Turker

Read the white paper

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1. Data on file
2. Fewer debonds caused by moisture contamination.
3. Helps preserve enamel health by reducing surface etching of the teeth.
4. Data on File.
5. Kerr Self-Etch is a trademark of Kerr Corporation.
6. 3M™ Transbond™ Plus Self Etching Primer is a trademark of Solventum.
7. Lab Reports: LAB2309 and LAB2323

MKT-25-0193
MKT-25-0536
MKT-25-0554
MKT-26-0293

^*Data on file at Corporate office in Brea, California as of April 4, 2025.

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