Facts and Figures: The High-Speed Handpiece
1957: S.S. White Company introduced the Borden Airotor, the first successful air-driven handpiece. This instrument is regarded as the precursor...
Vivek Mehta | 11 years ago ›
How to Make a Custom Incisal Guide Table
Once the decision is made to make a custom incisal guide table, the following sequence of steps should be followed. Determine if you are going to restore...
Robert Winter | 11 years ago ›
What Does Current Research Say About Pain-Free Injection Techniques?
The following is a review of available research on effective pain reducing tactics during local anesthesia injections. Some of these are commonly...
Vivek Mehta | 11 years ago ›
One of the challenges of creating surgical guides for full arch restorations is making a scan with a radio-opaque material. Typically, an interim prosthesis...
Steve Ratcliff | 11 years ago ›
Pay Attention to Pulpal Spaces to Save Teeth
Recently I wrote about the importance of paying close attention to the pulpal spaces on radiographs. While the prognosis of the tooth discussed last time...
John Carson | 11 years ago ›
Nancy Case Study: Material Selection Part II
As I stated in part I of this series, the Nancy case study was used as part of a three-day ceramic enhancement workshop. Each dentist who signed up for...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
Nancy Case Study: Material Selection Part I
In my previous articles, I've gone over the treatment planning and lab communication techniques regarding Nancy's case. The case itself was used...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
Which is the Best Ingot or Block for Anterior Monolithic Restorations?
Maybe neither! The choice of ingot depends on: The esthetic quality of the prepared tooth. If you are doing multiple preparations,...
Robert Winter | 11 years ago ›
Three Steps to Accurately Mounting Models
In previous articles I've covered the topic of mounted models and their importance in treating clinical cases accurately and efficiently. Once you have...
Greggory Kinzer | 11 years ago ›
Do you see anything that catches your eye on the periapical radiograph (above left) taken recently in my office? Perhaps the title here...
John Carson | 11 years ago ›
The Problem With Acidulated Fluoride
I've done a lot of external coloring of my restorations throughout my career and I am frequently asked questions regarding the durability of external...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
Are Preparation Shades and Descriptions Needed for Posterior Teeth?
The answer is: Yes! Most technicians and dentists rely on all-ceramic restorations to achieve the desired esthetic and functional outcome. If a...
Robert Winter | 11 years ago ›