Restorative

Full-Mouth Reconstruction of Bulimic-Ravaged Teeth Using Direct Composites: A Case Presentation

A female patient, “Mary”, over 50-years-old, in declared good health except for body weight, presented stating that she has been bulimic for more.

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Restorative

Simplifying Finishing and Polishing Techniques for Direct Composite Restorations

There are no “standard” techniques in place for finishing and polishing composite resins. “All roads lead to Rome” is a phrase often used.

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Restorative

Long-Term Composite Provisionalization: The Conversion

In the December 2007 issue of Dentistry Today1,2 case presentations involving long term provisionalization utilizing composite resin were described in detail. Both of.

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Restorative

A “Recipe for Success” With Posterior Composites Utilizing Preheated Resins

It has been nearly 4 decades since the introduction of direct posterior composite resins as an alternative to metallic restorations, most specifically amalgams..

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Restorative

Maximum Results With Minimal Preps

This article will focus on a minimally invasive restorative technique utilizing thin porcelain veneers. It will also demonstrate the importance of having and.

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Restorative

The Evolution of Digital Dentistry and the Digital Dental Team

The room was filled with tension and excitement as the lights were slowly dimmed in the auditorium. The next 2 hours offered a.

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Restorative

Treatment of the Partially Edentulous Patient With Worn Dentition: Case Report

Advanced tooth wear may present with discrepancies in occlusal vertical dimension and a lack of tooth structure that can challenge the clinician. The.

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Restorative

A Restorative Challenge Meets Patient Readiness…20 Years Later

A patient’s readiness to accept our treatment plan proposals is often not when he or she enters our practices. In order for patients.

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Restorative

Making the Most of an Emergency Appointment: A Class IV Fracture Repair

The dental office should view emergency patients as an opportunity to strut its stuff. If these patients feel they have been treated in.

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Restorative

A Clear PVS Matrix Technique for the Placement of Posterior Direct Composites

During the last 10 years many innovative materials and techniques have been introduced for restorative treatment, especially in the area of direct and.

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