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Planning the Class IV: Workhorse of Cosmetic Dentistry – Part 3
Techniques & Materials

Planning the Class IV: Workhorse of Cosmetic Dentistry – Part 3

Learn Dr. Jason Smithson's go-to protocol for layering direct composite to achieve aesthetic success and functional durability.

| 1 year ago ›
Planning the Class IV: Workhorse of Cosmetic Dentistry – Part 2
Techniques & Materials

Planning the Class IV: Workhorse of Cosmetic Dentistry – Part 2

In part two of Dr. Smithson's series, learn why particle abrasion improves bond strengths and longevity for Class IV direct composite restorations.

| 1 year ago ›
Old Tricks for New Dogs - Vertical Margin in Fixed Prosthodontics
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Techniques & Materials

Old Tricks for New Dogs - Vertical Margin in Fixed Prosthodontics

Follow this visual essay from Dr. Jason Smithson for tips to address the vertical margin in fixed prosthodontics.

| 2 years ago ›
Restoration of the Peg Lateral: The Direct Resin Approach
Techniques & Materials

Restoration of the Peg Lateral: The Direct Resin Approach

Using a direct resin, freehand approach to treat a peg lateral tooth can be professionally rewarding for dentists and well received by patients.

| 2 years ago ›
Lithium Disilicate Resin-Retained Adhesive Bridgework in Fixed Prosthodontics
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Techniques & Materials

Lithium Disilicate Resin-Retained Adhesive Bridgework in Fixed Prosthodontics

Dr. Jason Smithson explains why lithium disilicate resin-retain adhesive bridgework leads to better clinical outcomes and is less expensive or time consuming...

| 2 years ago ›
Finishing Anterior Composite: How to Recreate Natural Enamel Morphology and Texture
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Techniques & Materials

Finishing Anterior Composite: How to Recreate Natural Enamel Morphology and Texture

Learn step-by-step how to finish and polish anterior composite restorations to look like natural tooth enamel.

| 2 years ago ›