Clinical Update
Fluoride Varnish and Early Childhood Caries
New evidence supports the effectiveness of fluoride varnish in preventing early childhood caries, according...
Clinical Update
Life-Threatening Sequela of Sodium Hypochlorite Extrusion Reported
The use of sodium hypochlorite as an irrigant solution during endodontic treatment is generally...
Clinical Update
Arestin Significantly Reduces Bacteria Responsible for Periodontal Disease
A new study highlighting the antimicrobial effectiveness of Arestin (minocycline hydrochloride) 1-mg microspheres in...
Clinical Update
Emergence of New Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
During the 1990s, multidrug-resistant (MDR) tuberculosis (TB), defined as resistance to at least isoniazid...
Clinical Update
Imaging Technique Shows Promise in Detecting Early Signs of Tooth Decay
When dentists notice teeth with tiny “white-spot” lesions or areas of mildly decalcified enamel,...
Computers
What Is Your Excuse (for Not Implementing Digital Technologies Into Your Practice)?
When I work with other dentists to implement technology successfully into their practices, several...
Cover Story
Chairside All-Ceramic CAD/CAM Veneers With Lab-Assisted Cutback and Aesthetic Porcelain Buildup: Case Report
Recently, one of my technology-savvy patients told me about how he enjoys being able...
Endodontics
Rapid-Flow Filling Technique
Consider the following scenario: Your nickel-titanium (Ni-Ti) canal preparation is finished, rinsed, and dried....
Endodontics
A New Endodontic Obturation Technique
The ultimate goal of endodontic obturation has remained the same for the past 50...
Hygiene
Solving the Mystery of Your Paycheck
If you have ever looked at your paycheck stub and wondered how they get...