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How MMPs Affect Your Adhesive Dentistry

How MMPs Affect Your Adhesive Dentistry

Acidic, low-pH environments — such as the hybrid layer during acid etching — can activate these enzymes, which play a key role in...

| 2 months ago
Reducing Sensitivity in Class II Direct Resin Restorations
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Reducing Sensitivity in Class II Direct Resin Restorations

Use these five techniques to help prevent the potentially high levels of composite polymerization stress when filling Class II cavities.

| 6 months ago
Rubber Dam Clamps, Floss Ties, and Teflon Tape: Part 4

Rubber Dam Clamps, Floss Ties, and Teflon Tape: Part 4

In part four of Dr. Jason Smithson's series on rubber dams, clamp options, floss ties, and Teflon tape take center stage.

| 9 months ago
Rubber Dam in Dental Procedures Part 3: Preparing Your Armamentarium

Rubber Dam in Dental Procedures Part 3: Preparing Your Armamentarium

Dr. Jason Smithson covers the main armamentarium for using rubber dam in dental procedures in part 3 of this...

| 10 months ago