Introduction. The development of modern dentistry and the introduction of new technologies have led to the creation of Vertise Flow, a self-adhering, light-curable, semi-liquid composite belonging to a new class of materials – "compobonds". Aim. The paper aims at an evaluation of functional characteristics as well as a clinical assessment of restorations made with the self-adhering, light-curable Vertise Flow composite immediately after placement. Material and methods. Sixty-seven restorations made of Vertise Flow (KerrHawe) were placed in 42 subjects of both sexes aged 16–70 years. The restorations were evaluated for functional characteristics such as ease-of-placement into the cavity, adaptation to the cavity walls, polishing properties and aesthetics, as well as the time to work with the material. Clinical evaluations of restorations immediately after placement were made using the four-category Ryge’s scale taking into account: surface structure, anatomic form and marginal adaptation. In addition, the patient's subjective feelings about the smoothness of the surface, aesthetics and the presence of any postoperative sensitivity to temperature changes were taken into account. Results. A very good rating of 100% was obtained in terms of aesthetics and polishing properties as well as working time with the material. In assessing the restorations using Ryge’s scale, it was found that immediately after placement, all of them were rated very well in the analyzed categories. Based on the subjective assessment of patients, it was found that the vast majority of restorations met the expectations in terms of aesthetics and smoothness – more than 95% receiving very good ratings. Conclusions. Working with the self-adhering, semi-liquid Vertise Flow composite produces a satisfactory aesthetic effect in the perception of the physician and the patient. The fast placement technique of the material significantly reduces the operating time. Preliminary clinical evaluations of the material are positive.

Key words: compobonds, self-adhering composites, flowable composites, clinical evaluation.