Aesthetics

Techniques for Altering the Perception of Tooth Size

Subtle changes in the apparent size of teeth can be achieved by altering line angle, texture, and color. Teeth can be made to.

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Aesthetics

Direct Composite Cavity Preparation Design and Finishing Using Carbide Burs

Cavity preparation designs for direct composite restorations are continually changing. These changes are due to a variety of factors including early caries diagnosis.1-3.

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Hygiene

Teeth First, Oral Fitness, and the Oral Theory of Everything

As a former bodybuilder, fitness trainer, and practicing dentist with 18 years of experience, I have spent the last 8 years perfecting a.

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Implants

Treatment Options for a Congenitally Missing Lateral Incisor

Figure 1. The patient has abundant keratinized tissue and bone, but has limited interdental space. The canine has delayed passive eruption and requires.

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Restorative

Treating Patients With CARE (Comfortable Aesthetic Restorations)Reducing Postoperative Sensitivity in Direct Posterior Composite Restorations

Perhaps one of the most frustrating situations in the dental office is to craft an aesthetic restoration and have the patient call the.

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Lasers

Proper Use of Er:YAG Lasers and Contact Sapphire Tips When Cutting Teeth and Bone: Scientific Principles and Clinical Application

It is interesting to consider that dental education relies upon the concepts of classical Newtonian mechanics. Dentists are taught how mechanical work is.

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Endodontics

Rotary Instrumentation: Asking the Right Questions, Part 1

Rotary file design is evolving. This 3-part article series was written to provide an understanding of rotary design concepts to enable clinicians to.

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Infection Control

Gloves in the Dental Office

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is designed to protect the skin and mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and mouth of dental healthcare practitioners.

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Aesthetics

Steps to Redesign Smiles Using Current Technology and Materials

Figure 1. Preoperative maxillary labial view. Figure 2. Preoperative maxillary anterior radiographs. Figure 3. Preoperative maxillary lingual view. Figure 4. Easyshade device, tooth.

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Aesthetics

Aesthetic Restoration of The Anterior Maxilla

The use of all-ceramic restorations has received considerable attention by enhancing the aesthetic aspects of dentistry over the past several years. This article.

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