Restorative

Quality Aesthetics in the Digital Age of Crown and Bridge

INTRODUCTION The advent of digital technologies in dentistry is rapidly changing the way crown and bridge restorations are being fabricated for our patients..

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Restorative

A Biomimetic Approach to Treating Aggressive Caries

INTRODUCTION Ending the margins of full-coverage indirect (lab-fabricated) restorations properly onto sound tooth structure has historically been foundational to successful restorative dentistry, but.

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Restorative

Unique Solution for Porcelain Fracture: A Case Report

You’ve completed a case with multiple fixed bridges using PFM or porcelain-fused-to-zirconia (PFZ) and your patient comes in for routine recall visits. All.

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Restorative

Avoiding Subgingival Margins For Healthier Dentistry: Using a Supragingival Preparation Protocol

INTRODUCTION The worst-kept secret to healthier and more predictable restorative dentistry is keeping margins supragingival, whenever possible. Subgingival margins are often unhealthy, causing.

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Restorative

An Evaluation of Two Luting Cements

INTRODUCTION With the many choices of cements and restorative materials available to dentists today, there is often confusion as to which type of.

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Restorative

Prefabricated Composite Veneers: A Conservative Solution for the Aesthetic Zone

INTRODUCTION When considering the restoration of anterior teeth, with an eye on minimizing tooth preparation, the use of prefabricated composite veneers offers a.

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Restorative

Nanoceramic CAD/CAM Restorations

INTRODUCTION In keeping with the record pace of current technology, dental materials science has been improving, especially in the area of ceramics. The.

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Restorative

Bulimia: Complex Etiology, Challenging Treatment

    INTRODUCTION Eating disorders are complex conditions with broad-reaching dental implications. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, published.

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Restorative

Systematic Approach to Full-Mouth Reconstruction

INTRODUCTION As the public becomes increasingly aware of available options for cosmetic dental reconstructions, the challenges dentists and their laboratory teams face when.

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Restorative

The Impact of Aesthetics in Restorative Treatment Planning

INTRODUCTION Treatment planning remains an essential component in creating highly aesthetic and functional restorations. The first step in treatment planning is to identify.

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