Single Central Incisors: Setting Dentist and Patient Expectations
By setting realistic expectations for cost, chair time and esthetic result, the frustration associated with restoring and matching a single indirect central...
Robert Winter | 3 weeks ago ›
Direct vs. Indirect Restorations for a Maxillary Central Incisor
Your patient needs a maxillary central incisor restoration. A direct composite restoration may be the best option, since it is generally less expensive...
Robert Winter | 2 months ago ›
Material Update: LuxaCrown
LuxaCrown is similar to provisional materials, but lasts up to five years, making it an excellent option for long-term provisionals, transitional restorations...
Robert Winter | 4 months ago ›
Bonding a Titanium Base to an Implant Abutment or Crown: Is There an Optimal Material and Technique?
It is critical to follow the manufacturers recommendations for implant abutments and crowns, but also to be aware of independent research.
Robert Winter | 5 months ago ›
5 Helpful Tips for All-Ceramic Restorations
Learn how best to address etching, temporary cementation, shade evaluation and other issues key to producing more effective all-ceramic restorations.
Robert Winter | 6 months ago ›
A New Generation of Zirconia
A new zirconia called IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime, which uses a new gradient manufacturing technology, produces a restoration that is more esthetic than previous zirconia...
Robert Winter | 8 months ago ›
My Treatment Plan and Informed Consent Process
Treatment plans must use simple terms with the options clearly outlined, should be presented in writing and be fully reviewed with the patient to mitigate...
Robert Winter | 8 months ago ›
Why Photography is Essential in Your Practice
Learn why stronger clinical photography is such an important tool to improve communication and facilitate improved patient outcomes.
Robert Winter | 10 months ago ›
How NAC Can Help Improve Airway Function
NAC is an antioxidant drug that can relieve nighttime nasal congestion and, as a result, ease adverse airway symptoms.
Robert Winter | 11 months ago ›
How Does Toothbrushing Affect Restorative Materials?
Be aware of how toothbrushing may be affecting your patients' restorations.
Robert Winter | 1 year ago ›
Bonding to Zirconia: Is It Possible?
How can you tell when a restoration needs to be bonded to zirconia ... and is it even...
Robert Winter | 1 year ago ›
Enhancing the Esthetic Outcome of Posterior Restorations
How can you ensure your posterior restorations look their best for optimum esthetic and functional results?
Robert Winter | 1 year ago ›