Biologic Restorative Systems for Predictability
INTRODUCTION Today, restorative materials are being developed to be more compatible biologically to the tissues that they replace. Bioactive, bioidentical, and biomimetic are.
Technology
Improving the Local Anesthesia Experience for Our Patients
Figure 1. Gate principal of nerve sensation and pain. Among healthcare professionals, dentists are often referred to as the local anesthesia experts, since.
Viewpoint
Electronic Health Records: Who’s Running the Asylum?
There is no question that dentistry is on the cusp of an electronic health records (EHR) revolution. In addition to all the patient.
Implants
Nonconventional Rehabilitation for Anterior Single Tooth Loss: Clinical Follow-Up at 12 Years
INTRODUCTION When a maxillary anterior tooth is extracted, a major concern is its immediate aesthetic replacement, which is particularly challenging when the adjacent.
Aesthetics
Anterior Tooth Challenges, Part 4: Canines in the Lateral Position
This is the last part of a 4-part article series. Part 3 by Dr. Mechanic was published in the December 2013 issue of.
Technology
Using Digital Impressions and CAD/CAM in Implant Dentistry
INTRODUCTION Dentistry is undergoing a technology revolution, and traditional methods are being displaced at an increasing pace for new, more precise techniques. A.
Implants
A Simple Technique for Broken Abutment Screw Repair
Figure 1. Broken abutment screw as seen on radiograph. Figure 2. Implants as seen clinically (note the palatal positioning). Figure 3. Standard abutment.
Restorative
Optimize Finishing and Polishing of Posterior Composites
INTRODUCTION During the past 10 to 12 years, significant advances have been made in dental composite resin technology. Among these improvements have been.
Aesthetics
Predictable Tooth Replacement in the Aesthetic Zone
INTRODUCTION Although perfection is never attainable, excellence is always expected. As dentists, we are faced with complicated situations involving both diagnostic and treatment.
Viewpoint
How to Replace Lost Production and Profit
According to the Levin Group Data Center, 75% of dental practices have declined in production in the last 4 years. This is due.
