Restorative

Aesthetic Treatment of Dark Root Syndrome

INTRODUCTION The aesthetic results of anterior full-coverage restorations are often compromised by myriad clinical factors. The inherent aesthetic inadequacy of ceramometal crowns is.

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Aesthetic Success: Tissue Management and Impressions

Aesthetic restorative dentistry continues to grow in importance to dental patients and professionals alike. In light of continued advances in material science and.

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Biomimesis: A Bioengineering Concept Applied to Dentistry

INTRODUCTION Biomimesis, a bioengineering concept that means mimicking natural biologic essence, is the key factor of all healers in restoring lost natural substance..

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Solving Dilemmas in Clinical Practice

In a “perfect world,” we welcome a new patient to our practice, diagnose, treatment plan, educate, and present our recommendations; then we treat.

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Patient Demand Is Increasing for Posterior Aesthetics

INTRODUCTION The demand for aesthetics in restorative dentistry has risen dramatically in the last few decades. Now, some patients even desire that their.

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Simplifying Posterior Restorations Using Self-Adhesive Systems

Glass ionomer (GI) technology has continuously evolved from its inception as introduced to dentistry by Wilson and Kent1 in the early 1970s. The.

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Improving Proximal Contours for Direct Resin Restorations

One of the most challenging aspects of direct posterior resin restorations is achieving good proximal contacts with proper contours. This can become especially.

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Template-Assisted Direct Composite Veneers

CASE REPORTLisa was referred to me by her orthodontist following treatment that left her in an acceptable Class I occlusion, with a deep.

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Simplifying Direct Composites With New Material Technology

Over the past 40 to 45 years, we have seen a dramatic progression in dental adhesives since Buonocore introduced the technique of etching.

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Telescopic Bridges: An Old Technique Revisited

Crown and bridgework has been the mainstay for replacing missing teeth for decades. From gold and pyroplast facings, Steele (flatback) facings and porcelain-fused-to-gold,.

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