Restorative

Successfully Restoring Class III Composites: The Challenge of Deep Subgingival Margins

INTRODUCTION At first glance, a Class III direct composite restoration can appear to be...

Single-Visit Chairside Zirconia

PREFACE By Dr. Michael DiTolla My first exposure to solid zirconia was while I...

Composite Versus Porcelain, Part 3: Modern Management of Deep Caries

This is the last in a 3-part article series. Part 2 was published in...

Long-Span Fixed Partial Denture Repair: A Conservative Modern Material Solution

INTRODUCTION A 2010 review concluded that the failure rate of PFM fixed partial dentures...

Predictable Class II Restorations Using Sectional Matrices

Figure 1. Triodent V3 Sectional Matrix System (Ultradent Products). INTRODUCTION Achieving a positive proximal...

Bulk-Fill Technique for Posterior Composites: Introducing Organically Modified Ceramics

INTRODUCTION The range of direct resin-based restorative products available in the field has expanded...

Putting Material Science to Work: Use of a Self-Polishing, Universal Nanohybrid Composite

INTRODUCTION After more than 30 years of clinical use, there are few materials in...

Clinical Tips to Ensure Successful Whitening Outcomes

INTRODUCTION Tooth shade is known to significantly influence the aesthetics of a smile, and...

Composite Versus Porcelain, Part 2: The 360° Composite Resin Veneer

This is the second in a 3-part article series. Part 1 was published in...

Creating the “Perfect” Class V Composite: The Matrix Is Key

INTRODUCTION Direct composite dentistry presents a variety of placement challenges for a multitude of...