The Future of Successful Dental Care
Periodontal disease has reached levels of epidemic proportions, with gingivitis/periodontitis estimated to affect as many as 75% of the adult population in their.
Aesthetics
Achieving Aesthetic and Functional Success
INTRODUCTION Vital to the protection and integrity of the masticatory system, dentists have the responsibility of developing proper form and function when undertaking.
- November 7, 2011
- 21 minutes read
Implants
Four on the Floor 101: Small-Diameter Implant Applications
INTRODUCTION I would like to preface this article by stating that I make no claims to having mastered the art of placing small-diameter.
- November 7, 2011
- 15 minutes read
Implants
The “First Implant”: Protocol for the GP Part 2, Utilizing CT Guides
In part 1 of this 3-part series entitled “The ‘First Implant’: Protocol for the GP,” the authors discussed treatment planning concepts for dentists.
- October 6, 2011
- 20 minutes read
Restorative
Quick Technique for Evaluation of Interocclusal Space
Figure 1. A partially edentulous mouth, presenting limited access for intraoral measurement of the existing space. Figures 2a and 2b. Existing interarch distance.
- October 6, 2011
- 5 minutes read
Aesthetics
Composites in a Three-Dimensional World
INTRODUCTION Composite resins have evolved to offer vast improvements over previous generations and are considered among the most versatile cosmetic restorative material available.1-3.
- October 6, 2011
- 21 minutes read
Implants
Technique for the Temporization of an Anterior Implant
INTRODUCTION The temporization of a dental implant following surgery, particularly in the anterior region, is a necessary procedure. The provisional phase of treatment.
- October 6, 2011
- 9 minutes read
Aesthetics
Lithium Disilicate: Masking Discolored Teeth
INTRODUCTION Recent developments in ceramic material sciences have led to improvements in modern ceramics and restorative procedures.1 These improvements have prompted a substantial.
- October 6, 2011
- 11 minutes read
Endodontics
The Case of the Elusive MB2 Canal
As live demonstrations go, this case was unforgettable; as a teaching case about managing mesiobuccal (MB) root anatomy, it was classic. It was.
- October 6, 2011
- 17 minutes read
Occlusion
Managing Temporomandibular Dysfunction Requires Accuracy
Figure 1. Preoperative view of patient presenting with moderate to severe temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) pain. Figure 2. Bleeding the catalyst and base before.
- October 6, 2011
- 11 minutes read
