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 | 8 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 | 8 years ago ›
Acid Etching of Ceramic Before Bonding
Learn more about acid etching ceramic restorations prior to bonding.
Robert Winter | 8 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 | 8 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 | 8 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 | 8 years ago ›
What Causes Degradation?
Failure of adhesive dentistry due to bond degradation is a primary concern for all restorative dentists. Understanding the reasons and processes...
Mark Fleming | 8 years ago ›
Are the New Universal Bonding Agents the Answer?
We have all hoped for better, easier and more complete bonding adhesives, and generations of adhesives have claimed to get us there. Some have...
Bob Gallegos | 8 years ago ›
Clinical Tips for Polishing Ceramics: e.max and Zirconia
Adjusting occlusal contacts is frequently required at the time of try-in and/or post-insertion. If there is a minor occlusal adjustment needed, my suggestion is...
Robert Winter | 8 years ago ›
Is Amalgam Dead?
I'm getting ready to go down to our clinic in Guatemala and some of my questions for our team were about amalgam. Do we have it there, what kind is...
Gary DeWood | 8 years ago ›
How to Manage Bleeding Tissue
The issue of inflamed tissue and bleeding is one of the most frustrating parts of making impressions in restorative dentistry. There are a number...
Frank Spear | 8 years ago ›
Avoiding Post-Op Sensitivity After Restorations
A recent article by Dr. Gary DeWood, 'Attack of the Collagen Eaters,' created a very interesting discussion and led me to revisit my bonding checklist. As...
Vivek Mehta | 8 years ago ›