Maintain Dentin Bond Strength Over Time
Immediate dentin-resin microtensile bond strengths are high but the bond strengths often fall 30-40 percent in six to 12 months. Wouldn't it be...
Robert Gallegos | 12 years ago ›
In 'The Checklist Manifesto,' Dr. Atul Gawande, suggests that your work efficiency and outcome can be improved by using a simple checklist. Dr. Gawande describes...
Vivek Mehta | 12 years ago ›
The topic of dental adhesives has consistently complicated the world of dentistry for quite some time. Newer generations of both self-etch and total-etch...
Mark Fleming | 12 years ago ›
Using mock-ups for ideal crown and veneer preparation is a great way to minimize preparation depth and unnecessary tooth structure loss. The same index...
Jeffrey Bonk | 12 years ago ›
Shade Change or Adjustment Requests for the Laboratory
In esthetically critical situations, there may be a need to modify the final shade of a restoration.
Robert Winter | 12 years ago ›
How to Prevent and Manage Bonded Contacts
With the increased use of bonded all-ceramic materials in dentistry today, particularly in the posterior, one frustration I hear repeatedly from my fellow...
John Carson | 12 years ago ›
Shade Evaluation of All-Ceramic Restorations at Try-In
Accurate shade evaluation is critical to the success of a case. When opaque restorations such as porcelain fused-to-metal crowns are fabricated, the shade...
Robert Winter | 12 years ago ›
Acid Etching of Ceramic Before Bonding
Learn more about acid etching ceramic restorations prior to bonding.
Robert Winter | 12 years ago ›
Create a Great Impression and Reduce Stress
I was treating a patient recently and came across a common problem. Fortunately, I already had a solution based on trial and error. When...
Mary Anne Salcetti | 12 years ago ›
It's the Simple Things That Matter
As we see patients day in and day out, we focus on keeping our margins smooth and restorations looking and fitting exquisitely. We ensure their comfort...
Jeff Lineberry | 12 years ago ›
Feldspathic Vs. Pressable Ceramic Veneers
I often say there is no one size fits all solution in dental material selection. Of course there are certain materials that have multiple uses based...
Martin Mendelson | 12 years ago ›
Failure of adhesive dentistry due to bond degradation is a primary concern for all restorative dentists. Understanding the reasons and processes...
Mark Fleming | 12 years ago ›