New Age Periodontics: What’s Coming Down the Pike
A whole new light is emerging as we continue to learn more about periodontitis, one of the most interesting and baffling diseases. We.
Restorative
Disposable Micro Air Abrasion: A Minimally Invasive Restorative Technique
Minimally invasive restorative dentistry has been described as the management of caries with a biological approach, rather than a traditional (surgical) operative approach;1.
- July 1, 2007
- 11 minutes read
Restorative
Replacing a Traditional Stainless Steel Crown With CEREC CAD/CAM Technology
The advent of computer-assisted design and computer-assisted manufacturing (CAD/CAM) has provided dentists with an expeditious and cost-effective means to provide full-and partial-coverage restorations.
- July 1, 2007
- 7 minutes read
Occlusion
Dental Compression Syndrome and TMD: Examining the Relationship
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is not just one disorder, but a group of conditions that painfully affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the muscles.
- July 1, 2007
- 18 minutes read
Endodontics
Practical Endodontic Methods for the General Practitioner: Make Your Safety Stop
Stopping 15 feet below the surface for 3 minutes—known as a safety stop—is a cardinal rule in recreational scuba diving. A safety stop.
- June 1, 2007
- 20 minutes read
Laboratory
InLab CEREC Restorations From a Dual-Arch Impression
Deal or no deal? This is the question any dentist would ask when deciding whether to purchase the latest 3-dimensional digital technology, considering.
- June 1, 2007
- 6 minutes read
Aesthetics
Troubleshooting Aesthetic Dentistry
In the practice of aesthetic dentistry we attempt to create the best outcome possible for our patients. Using the best materials, methodology, and.
- June 1, 2007
- 9 minutes read
Aesthetics
Direct Composite Veneers in Minutes, Not Hours: A Simplified Technique and Material
The art and science of aesthetic dentistry is the most exciting development in the history of modern dentistry. Simply stated, replacing or repairing.
- June 1, 2007
- 11 minutes read
Restorative
Posterior Composite Dentistry: Contacts That Make Sense
Composite resin shrinkage is the cause of frequent class II open contacts. The scope of this problem is exemplified by observing the amazing.
- June 1, 2007
- 7 minutes read
Treatment Planning
Using Demonstration Models in Treatment Planning to Increase Case Acceptance
It is said that perception is reality. A patient’s reality starts when he or she first walks through our front door. When this.
- June 1, 2007
- 7 minutes read
