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Esthetics and Strength of Dental Ceramics, With ZLS Case Studies
By J William Claytor, Jr., DDS, MAGD
Supported by Dentsply Sirona
This article reviews the dental ceramic materials and brands that have been available through in-office chairside CAD/CAM (blocks) and dental laboratory (press and blocks) ceramics in relation to esthetics, strength, and durability. The article concludes with a focus on the ZLS pressed material, including case studies.
Proactive Intervention Restorative Dentistry
By Fay Goldstep, DDS
Supported by Shofu
This article will discuss how to successfully incorporate minimally invasive techniques that preserve tooth structure, are patient friendly, and create patients for life. Changing from a surgical model to a medical model has changed the way dentists deal with caries.
New Technology for Proactive Patient Care
By Scott Coleman, DDS
Supported by Kerr Corporation
This article reviews technologies and materials that are reshaping practitioners' ability to deliver consistent and optimal clinical outcomes.
A Scientific Review of an All-Natural Teeth Brightening Experience
By Peter Vanstrom, DDS
Supported by Curaprox - A Division of Curaden
This article reviews various whitening products, such as activated charcoal and blue covarine, with its optic blue illusion instant whitening effect, and examines how to strengthen teeth and maintain healthy smiles through solutions such as nano-hydroxyapatite and fluoride.
Mastering Direct Restorations: How to Navigate Critical Advancements in Composites and Adhesives
By Lee Ann Brady, DMD
Supported by Kulzer
Dental restorative materials have seen significant changes over the years. This article provides an overview of advancements in direct restorative materials such as composites and adhesives as a guide for dentists to explore all options.
Cementation Simplification: Taking the Mystery Out of Doing Things Correctly
By David S. Hornbrook, DDS
Supported by BISCO, Inc.
There is more than one option to predictably cement an indirect restoration. This article reviews the types of materials available and provides recommended cementation protocols for different restorations.
Digital & Analog: Dentistry in a Hybrid World
By Lee Ann Brady, DMD
Supported by Kulzer
This article describes the excellent systems that have been designed for dental clinicians to navigate the ground between analog and digital dentistry, giving them time to decide when and where to incorporate more digital technology.
Providing an Environment Where Tissues Can Regenerate
By Jack D. Griffin, Jr., DMD
Supported by Shofu
To complete a successful restoration, the goals are to master techniques and materials that create an environment in which tissue can regenerate or heal instead of being sensitive or irritated. This article describes examples to better illustrate these goals.
Implant-Supported Restoration Techniques
By Gregg Helvey, DDS, CDT
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
This article reviews implant-supported restoration techniques. It explains the advantages and disadvantages of screw-retained versus cemented implant-supported restorations and the variations in techniques in the fabrication process. It also describes a technique in restoring the loss of gingival tissue with implant restorations in the anterior region.
Glass-Ceramics: Processing and Properties
By Russell Giordano II, DMD, CAGS, DMSc
Supported by Dentsply Sirona
This article focuses on the recently expanded options of glass-ceramics. It also reviews the microstructural components of glass-ceramics and their processing techniques.
Immediate Loading of the Full Arch
By Pär-Olov Östman, DDS, PhD, MD
Supported by Zest Anchors, LLC
This article provides insights into the basics of surgical and restorative prerequisites for immediate loading a full-arch fixed implant-supported restoration through various methods.
Oral Pathology: Techniques for Detection and Differential Diagnosis
By Cynthia Blendermann Perone, DDS
Supported by Pacific Dental Services
This article provides information to help identify, screen and diagnose common oral pathologies and oral abnormalities.
The Next Generation of Composites: Uncomplicated Esthetics and Handling
By Parag Kachalia, DDS
Supported by Kerr Corporation
This article explains how it is now possible to achieve strong and esthetic restorations without compromise by using new and improved materials, techniques, and processes.
Fundamentals of Occlusion: Diagnosing and Treating Occlusal Pathology
By Scott Cairns, DDS
Supported by Pacific Dental Services
This article explores the methodology for approaching the separate aspects of occlusion and incorporating them in practice.
Advancements in Root Canal Therapy: New Technology to Improve Patient Outcomes
By Thomas V. McClammy, DMD, MS; Enrico DiVito, DDS
Supported by Sonendo
This article describes how the success rates for endodontic procedures can be quantifiably and qualitatively improved with the use of new multisonic technology, which provides a far more conservative and thorough methodology than common root canal procedures.
Implants by the Numbers
By G. Scott Sauer, DDS
Supported by Pacific Dental Services
This article will help restorative dentists gain a thorough understanding of some of the best practices for achieving functional esthetic implant restorations.
Find Me if You Can: The CAD/CAM Chameleon Effect
By Dhaval Patel, DDS
Supported by Pacific Dental Services
This article explores a methodology and approach to creating esthetic, successful restorations with CAD/CAM technology in the dental practice, providing specific recommendations for high-quality results.
Managing Tooth Loss and Esthetics in a Single Visit
By David Burt, DDS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
This article describes how technology and procedural knowledge have allowed dentistry to not only be painless, but also esthetic, shortly after a tooth is lost.
Digital Scanning and Implants
By David Burt, DDS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
This article explores how digital scanners can be used for impressions in implant procedures.
Managing Gingival Tissue During Crown Cases: Techniques in Soft-Tissue Displacement
By Jeffrey B. Dalin, DDS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
This article explains how achieving expertise in technique-sensitive tissue retraction methods will lead to restorations that ultimately seat easier and require fewer adjustments.
The Use of Digital Technology for More Thorough Dental Caries Diagnostics
By Lester Appell, DDS
Supported by DEXIS®, LLC
This article presents a review of modernized caries detection technologies, including their advantages and disadvantages.
Practical Cementation Protocols
By Sheri B. Doniger, DDS
Supported by BISCO, Inc.
Confidence in cementation protocol is a key factor in long-term restorative success. This article summarizes the cements available as well as newer options for use with many different substrates.
Creating an Organized Occlusion That Reduces Functional Risk
By Lee Ann Brady, DMD
Supported by Bausch Dental
This article describes a system of steps for designing an optimal occlusion that was determined by the author through clinical research and experience gained through patient care.
The Interrelationship Between Nutrition and Oral Health and the Impact of Diabetes
By Karen Lau, MS, RD, LDN, CDE
Supported by Sunstar Americas, Inc
Diabetes, oral health, and nutrition are interrelated, with inflammation being an important link. This article explains the importance of oral healthcare professionals to encourage interventions in these disciplines so these professionals can help allay diabetes and its complications, along with other related issues, in their patients.
Digital Workflow in Restorative Dentistry
By Thomas Bilski, DDS
Supported by Planmeca - E4D Technologies
This article will expound on the steps involved in digital workflow in restorative dentistry while presenting several cases demonstrating the workflow principles.
Occlusal Considerations in Full-Arch Implant-Supported Fixed Prosthetics
By Michael C. Verber, DMD
Supported by Preat Corporation
This article will explore the differences between implants and teeth that expose implant prosthetics to unmitigated occlusal forces. The advantages and disadvantages of various prosthetic options and materials will also be discussed.
Understanding Today's Bulk-fill Posterior Composite Restoration Techniques
By Todd C. Snyder, DDS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
This article reviews the characteristics of bulk-fill composites and outlines technique recommendations for preventing polymerization shrinkage, postoperative sensitivity, and microleakage.
Developing an Online Presence Through Search Engine Optimization and Website Design
By Lou Shuman, DMD, CAGS
Supported by KaVo Dental
This article offers a basic understanding on how dental practices can retain loyal patients and attract new ones by cultivating a significant online presence.
Prevention and Treatment of Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Dentists
By Juanita Benedict, DPT, CEAS II
Supported by Orascoptic
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) have become a global problem in dentistry. Read this eBook to learn about a multifactorial approach to WMSD prevention.
Minimally Invasive Restoration of Worn Dentition: Understanding “Complete Dentistry” Concepts
By Ian Buckle, DDS
Supported by Dawson Academy
Understanding the complete dentistry process and occlusion is the key to providing minimal cost-effective, predictable, long-lasting, and esthetic restorations that are appropriate for each individual.
Zirconia Cementation: Increasing Predictability
By Gregory Gillespie, DDS
Supported by Doxa
This article explains how in order to maximize the effectiveness of ceramic restorations, you need to determine the process by which you select which cement to use in every indirect cementation process and to understand how zirconia differs from classic glass ceramics.
Adapting Non-Ionizing Radiation Transillumination Technology for Caries Detection
By Jan Myskowski, RDH
Supported by DEXIS®, LLC
This eBook provides an overview of how the advent of nonionizing radiation (NIR) transillumination technology provides dental professionals with another diagnostic tool that may be better suited for certain clinical situations.
Maximizing Resources Simplifying Dental Hygiene Instrumentation
By Brenda Sharp McCarson, RDH, BS
Supported by Brasseler USA®
This article explains how to simplify dental hygiene instrumentation into cassettes with fewer and more advanced instruments in order to realize various benefits for dental hygienists, patients and practices.
Removable Prosthetic Options for Implant Dentistry
By Thomas Bilski, DDS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
This article explores several factors to be considered when determining prosthetic possibilities, including proper fit, timing and sequencing, reline therapies, and the process of transitioning from fixed-appliance therapy to removable therapy.
The Importance of Using Authentic Implant Parts
By David A Burt, DDS
Supported by Jesse & Frichtel Dental Labs
This article reviews the characteristics and importance of the relationship between authentic, integrated implant system components and outlines the potential consequences that could arise from mixing aftermarket parts with other implant components.
Biofilms: The Oral-Systemic Connection
By Gregori M. Kurtzman, DDS, MAGD
Supported by Philips Oral Healthcare
This article discusses how the formation of oral biofilm can be a major factor leading to periodontal disease and also describes maladies associated with periodontal disease.
A Collaborative Approach to Digitally Restoring the Partially Edentulous Arch
By Chad C. Duplantis, DDS
Supported by DenMat
This article uses a case study to demonstrate that although digital methods have benefitted everyday dental practices, communication among the team remains necessary.
Sound Clinical Protocol for Bonding Ceramic Restorations
By Nathaniel C. Lawson, DMD, PhD
Supported by Essential Dental Systems
This article reviews the decision-making process of when to bond, steps for bonding zirconia and glass-based crowns, techniques for cleaning ceramics prior to bonding and the rationale for choosing different resin cements.
Biomineralization: The Next Step in Restorative Dentistry
By John C. Comisi, DDS, MAGD
Supported by Shofu
This article describes how dentistry's effort to overcome the challenges of resin-bonded adhesives is leading to a change in methodology toward the use of biomineralization.
Air Polishing for Implant Maintenance
By Alan Edel, BDS
Supported by Johnson-Promident
This article discusses homogeneous stream technology air-polishing devices that can be used routinely for implant maintenance, biofilm removal around implants and cleaning around implants.
Understanding Peri-Implant Diseases: Etiology, Prevention, and Treatment
By Stuart J. Froum, DDS; and Paul S. Rosen, DMD, MS
Supported by OsteoHealth
This article reviews the etiology, risk factors, prevention, and diagnosis of peri-implant diseases, as well as treatment techniques. In particular, a combination approach is described that has demonstrated predictable10- year success rates.
Using Buffered Anesthesia and Injection Techniques to Reduce Pain and Improve Effectiveness
By Dan Davidian, DDS
Supported by Anutra Medical
This article discusses the history, evolution, and purposes of local anesthetics as well as describes the best practices for injections and administration.
Pink Techniques and Esthetics With Fluoride-releasing Bioactive Gingiva-colored Nanohybrid Composites
By Frank J. Milnar, DDS
Supported by Shofu
This article explains the mechanics of building prosthetic gingival restorations with bioactive pink composites.
Atraumatic Tooth Extraction for Bone Preservation
By Eric Schuetz, DMD
Supported by Directa AB
This article describes the characteristics of atraumatic tooth extraction techniques and explains the significance of these techniques for dental implant success.
CBCT and Digital Technology for Prosthetically Driven and Guided Implant Placement Surgery
By Armen Mirzayan, DDS
Supported by Burbank Dental Laboratory Inc.
By digitally planning ideal implant location, position, and angulation—and ensuring this is achieved through the use of a digitally created surgical guide—the digital implant treatment workflow enables control and evaluation of all aspects and components of the treatment.
Beyond Vinyl Polysiloxane Impressions: The Many Uses of VPS in Restorative Procedures
By Howard E. Strassler, DMD
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
This article examines several of these expanded uses of VPS that enhance the way clinicians practice dentistry.
Using a New Attachment System for Fixed Full-Arch Restorations
By Robert Del Castillo, DMD
Supported by Zest Anchors, LLC
This article explains the necessary considerations when selecting cement- or screw-retained abutments for full-arch prostheses.
Demystifying Single-Tooth Implant Placement and Restoration
By Ken Hebel, DDS
Supported by Nobel Biocare USA, LLC
This article illustrates these concepts and demonstrates their application in the treatment of a female patient missing a central incisor.
Creating Veneer Provisionals Using Silicone Matrices and Models
By Lee Ann Brady, DMD
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
This article reviews three specific provisionalization techniques and the materials and armamentarium that could be selected for use during the process, including silicone matrices and silicone models.
Bioactive Material Considerations for Vital Pulp-Capping Protocols
By Mark L. Cannon, DDS, MS
This article reviews the development of bioactive pulp-capping materials in response to demanding clinical requirements.
Vertical Ridge Augmentation in Partially Edentulous Patients: Techniques and Long-Term Results
By Massimo Simion, MD, DDS
Supported by OsteoHealth
This article reviews the significant periods in the development of vertical ridge augmentation techniques, as well as key research findings demonstrating the efficacy of this approach for augmenting and regenerating bone at implant sites.
Predictable and Simplified: How Universal Bonding Improves Treatment Confidence
By Barry F. Bartusiak, DMD
Supported by Kulzer
This article discusses the key decision points and factors to be considered, along with the importance of educating patients so they have a realistic understanding of the treatment plan.
Pulp Testing and Apex Locators: Eliminating the Guesswork From Endodontic Diagnostics
By Joseph Chikvashvili, DDS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
This article discusses the importance of taking accurate periapical radiographs and bitewings when diagnosing an injured tooth.
Factors to Consider for Successful Bone Grafting Cases
By Mike M. Chen, DMD, DICOI
Supported by Sunstar Americas, Inc
This article reviews basic types of bone grafting procedures and classifications of bone grafting materials, and illustrates a technique for the use of a new alloplastic bone material in the context of regenerating a socket defect.
Protocol Considerations for Achieving Predictable Crown and Veneer Restorations
By Brian Harris, DDS
Supported by Kerr Corporation
This article discusses the requisite clinical protocol involved with crown and veneer restorations that should be considered and envisioned prior to initiating treatment.
Innovations for Minimally Invasive Esthetic Implant Surgery
By Marc L. Nevins, DMD, MMSc
Supported by OsteoHealth
This article provides an overview of how flapless extraction, bone/soft-tissue grafting, implant placement techniques, ridge volume preservation and augmentation procedures, and growth factor/biologic materials can be incorporated to provide an overall minimally invasive approach to esthetic implant treatments.
Socket Preservation for the General Practitioner
By Terry L. Work, DMD
Supported by KaVo Dental
Recognizing the numerous benefits to incorporating socket preservation into a general dental practice, the author of this eBook describes the different materials necessary for the procedure and shows step-by-step photographs of the process.
Introducing a Digital Denture Workflow Into Daily Practice
By David Burt, DDS
Supported by Kulzer
With an already sizable denture market projected to grow substantially in the coming years, incorporating a digital approach to denture creation can provide a means of generating new or enhanced revenue for a dental practice. This eBook discusses how complete dentures can be manufactured for patients in a compressed timeframe, and how this can be accomplished in a profitable manner.
Planning Considerations and Retention Options for Implant Restorations
By Amerian D. Sones, DMD, MS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
When placing a dental implant, careful consideration must be given to the final restoration. This eBook includes case illustrations of three different types of single-implant restorations— screw-retained, cement-retained, and a hybrid screw-cementable restoration.
A Review of Light-Curing Considerations for Resin-Based Composite Materials: Part 1
By Neeraj Malhotra, MDS; and Kundabala Mala, MDS
Supported by Shofu
Types of curing light and modes of curing have been shown to affect the degree of polymerization and related shrinkage of RBCs. This eBook explores the evolution in light-curing units and different curing modes.
Cements & Ceramics: Keys to Achieving Optimal Results
By Greg Gillespie, DDS
Supported by Doxa
Successful, long-term stability of indirect restorations in dentistry is highly dependent on the clinician understanding the relationship of tooth preparation style and the proper cement that it therefore dictates. This eBook will discuss cements, ceramics, and both types of preparations, highlighting the steps involved in achieving predictable cementation.
A Review of Direct Restorations, Their Applications, and Possibilities
By Todd Snyder, DDS
Supported by VOCO America
Composite filling materials have provided new and exciting esthetic results, but with new materials come new challenges. This eBook will review the class of direct composite materials, including indications for their clinical application.
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Using CBCT Technology
By Curtis E. Jansen, DDS
Supported by KaVo Dental
Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), which uses a fraction of the radiation dose of medical CT, offers general practitioners many advantages, some of which they may be unaware. This eBook explores the ability CBCT provides to do “top-down treatment planning” to offer patients restorative-based implant placement.
Predictable, Profitable, and Efficient Posterior Composite Restorations
By Parag R. Kachalia, DDS
Supported by Kerr Corporation
It is important to understand that successful posterior restorations are a combination of using the correct adhesive, composite resin, and polymerization. This eBook will look at the advances in each of these areas and help practitioners understand that posterior composite restorations can be placed in a predictable, profitable, and efficient manner.
Universal Adhesives: Are They Truly Universal?
By Gregg A. Helvey, DDS, MAGD, CDT
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
Are universal adhesives truly universal, can they be used without limit or exception, and if so, do those exceptions depend on the conditions? This eBook will focus on the different application modes and the most predictable bonding techniques in an attempt to answer these questions.
Electrosurgery in the Esthetic/Restorative Practice: Everyday Procedures That Help Create Excellence in Dentistry
By Robert A. Lowe, DDS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
Used in dentistry for more than a century, electrosurgery has long been an effective soft-tissue cutting method that offers a variety of applications for clinicians. This article reviews advantages and disadvantages of electrosurgery and presents a variety of clinical examples of how it can be utilized to achieve successful outcomes in periodontal and general restorative procedures.
Recent Advances in Digital Impressions
By Adam Hodges, DMD
Supported by 3M
Digital impressions have been shown to be as, if not more, accurate than traditional techniques, and they take less time and increase patient satisfaction. This eBook will discuss the transition and its impact on how dentistry is practiced.
Safety-Centric Sedation: Reducing Sedation Morbidity in the Dental Office
By Robert C. Bosack, DDS
Supported by Dentsply Sirona - Pharmaceuticals
There is risk when dental patients are sedated in the office. This eBook outlines several avenues to manage this risk, which include but are not limited to improved and ongoing training of self and staff, strict patient screening, depth of anesthesia limit-setting, and vigilant patient monitoring.
“Rules of Six”—Diagnostic and Therapeutic Guidelines for Single-Tooth Implant Success
By Lyndon F. Cooper, DDS, PhD; and Oliver C. Pin-Harry, DDS, MS
Supported by ids-integrated dental systems
In this eBook, the “Rules of Six” for effectively placing a simple single-tooth dental implant are described. These rules represent four diagnostic targets and a single therapeutic guideline useful in directing clinical success and preventing common complications.
Clinical Concerns and Common Misconceptions Regarding Zirconia Restorations
By Nathaniel Lawson, DMD, PhD; and Chin Chuan Fu, DDS, MS
Supported by Keating Dental Arts
This eBook provides a simplified explanation of the structure of zirconia and how that structure affects several clinical situations. It also presents and discusses common concerns and misconceptions regarding zirconia.
Digital Imaging Sensors in Dental Radiography
By Robert A. Cederberg, MA, DDS
Supported by Air Techniques, Inc.
The sensor is the key component of digital imaging systems used for intraoral radiography. This eBook describes the evolution of dental imaging sensors, the advantages and disadvantages of various sensors and systems, sensor properties and system parameters, and the diagnostic efficacy of each of the sensor types.
A Review of Past and Future Advances in Dental Cement
By James F. Simon, DDS, MEd; and Bruce Hamilton, MS, DDS
Supported by Kuraray America, Inc.
Over the years, dentistry has gone through numerous cements and techniques searching for the ideal cement. This article will review some of the newly evolved resin cement systems, presenting the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Maximizing the Power of Ultrasonics
By Tim Donley, DDS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
Hands-on training in ultrasonic debridement can facilitate mastery of ultrasonic instrumentation. This article reviews the insights into the etiology of periodontal disease and discusses the proper use of ultrasonic instrumentation.
Exquisite Impressions: A Key to Restoration Success
By Lee Ann Brady, DMD
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
Being able to accurately capture an impression affects the dentistry we provide everyday. This eBook discusses four impression materials and proper technique in order to maximize accuracy and achieve exquisite final impressions.
Cementation in Dentistry Today
By John C. Comisi, DDS, MAGD
Supported by Kuraray America, Inc.
Indirect restorative materials have changed significantly over the past 30 years; this article discusses the available agents, and overviews the applications of dental cements.
The New Goal of Periodontal Therapy and How Best to Achieve It
By Tim Donley, DDS
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
Clinicians can no longer take a now-you-see-it—or feel it—approach to periodontal debridement therapy. This article redefines the goals of periodontal therapy and how to best meet these new goals.
Bulk-Fill Composites for Class II Restorations
By Nathaniel Lawson, DMD, PhD; and Augusto Robles, DDS, MS
Supported by VOCO America
Bulk-fill composites are a new class of material with scientific evidence for claims of low polymerization shrinkage and 4-mm depths of cure. This article discusses the layering technique for composite materials and the differences from conventional techniques.
Digital Denture Design: Streamlining Productivity
By Robert A. Lowe, DDS; David Avery, CDT, AAS
Supported by Kulzer
The digital denture process eliminates numerous steps from the process of fabricating removable dentures, while significantly improving the accuracy and fit of dentures. This article includes a case report detailing the ease of digital denture design.
Enhancing Dental Professionals' Response to Intimate Partner Violence
By Judy Henderson
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
IPV is a serious problem that requires a serious response from all healthcare providers, including dental healthcare providers; this article discusses how dental professionals can provide support and safe resources for patients who are victims of IPV.
Immediate Implants: The Importance of Team Treatment Planning from a Prosthetic Perspective, and Patient Case Acceptance
By Alfonso F. Pineyro, DDS
Supported by Straumann
A collaborative approach is beneficial for restoring patients’ failing dentitions to offer them the best available treatment; this article outlines communication goals for the dental team that will allow for treatment of patents needing implants.
Simplified Predictable Posterior Composite Resins
By Howard Strassler, DMD
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
Clinicians face numerous challenges related to providing the tooth-colored composite restorations. New materials, including bulk-fill composites that can be placed in single 4-mm increments, can help provide predictable success.
Misconceptions Related to the Appropriate Use of Vasoconstrictors for Local Dental Anesthesia
By Mana Saraghi, DMD
Supported by DentalVibe
While safe in most patients, there are circumstances in which the use of a vasoconstrictor is either contraindicated or a dose reduction is prudent. There are other instances where the use of a vasoconstrictor is riddled with misconceptions. The goal of this article is to present the clinician with a brief and practical overview of the vasoconstrictors used in local dental anesthetic solutions.
CO2 Laser Ablation of the Capillary Hemangioma of the Lip
By Robert Levine, DDS; and Peter Vitruk, PhD, MInstP, CPhys
Supported by Benco Dental
Hemangiomas present a unique challenge for the dental surgeon due to their vascular nature; this article discusses the various benefits of utilizing a CO2 laser for treatment.
Unravelling Digital Dentistry
By Claudio Levato, DDS
Supported by Air Techniques, Inc.
As digital imaging technolgies continue to advance, they represent an opportunity for dentists to optimize practice efficiency. This article discusses these technologies and a strategy for seamless integration.
Simplified Implant Treatment with Integrated Digital Technology
By Andrew Koenigsberg, DDS; and Rebecca Koenigsberg, DDS
Supported by Benco Dental
The integration of digital technology has revolutionized dental implant therapy; this article details these technologies and highlights the advantages found in all phases of implant treatment.
Fabricating Dentures with a Digital Denture System
By David Little, DDS
Supported by Kulzer
This article reviews the workflow involved in fabricating dentures with one of the new digital denture systems and summarizes the advantages of this approach.
Technology in a Patient-Centered Practice
By Cynthia K. Brattesani, DDS
Supported by DEXIS®, LLC
This article discuss advances in technology and how the clinical application of these technologies has informed an effort to better serve patients.
Anterior Esthetics: Managing Difficult Challenges
By Gregg A. Helvey, DDS, MAGD
Supported by Parkell, Inc.
The first step in dealing with anterior cases is to determine the patient’s expectations.
CBCT Scanners for the General Dental Office
By Terry Lee Work, DMD
Supported by KaVo Dental
CBCT technology is increasingly being used in general and specialty dental practices based on the multiple benefits it provides.
Streamlining and Simplifying Denture Fabrication with Digital Processes
By Larry R. Holt, DDS
Supported by Kulzer
Digital denture-making processes are revolutionizing the way practitioners and laboratories approach these prostheses. Learn more about how this technology can optimize patient care.