Technology

The Evidence That Defeats Doubt

Although I have been in private practice for 21 years, my involvement in dentistry started back in 1978 when I first worked as.

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Endodontics

The EndoVac Method of Endodontic Irrigation, Part 2-Efficacy

Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Since sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) has the capacity to cause catastrophic tissue damage.

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Laboratory

Keep it Bright! The Difference Between Bright and White

When patients ask for white and only white teeth, most of the time we think they want that old bathroom ceramic white, and.

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Aesthetics

Restoring the Aesthetic Zone Using All-Ceramic Single-Unit Restorations

With the increase in patient demand for aesthetic restorations, the all-ceramic restorations are becoming the gold standard for restoring the aesthetic zone. The.

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Aesthetics

Adult Orthodontics and a Post-Treatment Bonded Splint: A New Cosmetic Subspecialty

As the field of cosmetic dentistry is still rapidly evolving, we have not yet integrated the various specialties to provide seamless care in.

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Hygiene

Power-Driven Scalers: A Review for Practitioners

Originally developed for use in operative dentistry, ultrasonic devices have been around since the 1950s. Initially used for cavity preparation and the removal.

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Implants

FixtTeeth…A New Approach to an Old Problem

The full lower denture is arguably the dental procedure with the most dissatisfaction for both the dentist and the patient. To be blunt,.

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Restorative

Bite-Management Considerations for the Restorative Dentist

Managing a bite relationship is one of the most critical aspects of any restorative dental procedure. The bite registration is a key component.

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Restorative

A Modification of a Direct Technique for the Fabrication of Posts and Cores Using a Wax Pattern

Many direct and indirect techniques exist for fabrication of posts and cores which emphasize accurate fitting, chairside time reduction, retention, and resistance to.

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Materials

Recommendations for Fluoride Varnish Use in Caries Management

Fluoride’s ability to inhibit or even reverse the initiation and progression of dental caries is well documented. Fluoride varnishes were developed to improve.

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