Robert Elsenpeter

While it's easy to be pessimistic these days, there are plenty of reasons for labs to welcome the future.

While it's easy to be pessimistic these days, there are plenty of reasons for labs to welcome the future.

One dentist explains the benefits of using this bioactive sealant from Premier Dental Products.

A dentist explains why she decided to replace her previous handpieces with Bien-Air TORNADOs.

Technological and materials advances mean big things for labs, doctors and – ultimately – patients

 When zirconia was first introduced for dental restorations, it was mainly used for posteriors. Between its color and opacity, it just didn’t look right for applications in the front of the mouth. Over time, and as manufacturers have brought new versions to market, the esthetics have improved. And the latest version by Dentsply Sirona-Cercon xt-is an impressive step in the right direction.

How CAD/CAM and 3D printing are reshaping the dental industry.CAD/CAM changed the face of dental laboratory work about 15 years ago, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a lab that hasn’t heard about CAD/CAM, isn’t considering CAD/CAM or doesn’t already own a CAD/CAM system. And while the basic system is revolutionary, it has continued to grow and evolve.

Paying attention to these details can mean preventing infection risks for both your patients and staff.

Looking at the most recent data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics – and what it means to you Ideally, we see our dentists twice a year – just for cleanings and incident-free checkups. Regrettably, there are times when more work is required, and in some cases, crowns, bridges and maybe even dentures are needed.

Looking at the most recent data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics – and what it means to you. In order to be a dentist – or anyone in the healthcare field, for that matter – one has to want to help others. And while there is an altruistic element to the work, the fact remains that dentists want to get paid for their hard work.

Looking at the most recent data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics – and what it means to you. When you look around a dentist’s office, you see more dental hygienists and dental assistants than you do actual dentists.

One dentist explains the benefits of using COMPONEER by Coltene.Coltene’s COMPONEER® is a new class of veneers. They are pre-fabricated nano-hybrid-composite enamel-shells combining the advantages of direct composite restorations with those of lab-made veneers. They are extremely thin (up to 0.3 mm), which allows natural tooth structure to be conserved during preparation.

One hygienist’s take on the new instruments from Brasseler USA.Brasseler USA, an instrumentation manufacturer, has expanded its ImplantPro family of products with new ImplantPro titanium scalers and curettes. The new instruments are designed to be reliable alternatives to plastic instruments.

Paying attention to detail is key when it comes to avoiding mishaps.

One dentist’s take on the benefits of VOCO’s Ionolux.

How to bring zirconia chairside with the CEREC SpeedFire Furnace.

Pulpdent’s Fred Berk tells DPR what sets this bioactive material apart from passive materials.

From analog to digital, here are the things that can make restorative dentistry better than ever.

New workflows are improving dentistry for everyone.

Not being mindful of ergonomics can lead to an unwanted, early retirement.

Minimizing infection risk is vital to you, your patients and your practice.

One dentist on the benefits of using this bulk fill composite.

How MMG Fusion manages your practice’s online presence, marketing and customer interaction­-all in one tool.

Digital Esthetics takes a look at some of the latest data available to find out where the best states are to be a dental technician.

Digital Esthetics takes a look at some of the latest data available to find out where the best states are to be a dental technician.

Chairside dentistry has been touted as the next evolution in dentistry-and it’s whispered about among dental technicians as something to be feared. What’s the reality of this burgeoning technology?

How you handle and clean your equipment can have a big impact on managing infection control at your practice.

From picking out paint colors to selecting cabinetry, design decisions can impact your practice for years to come.

From picking out paint colors to selecting cabinetry, design decisions can impact your practice for years to come.

Dental therapists are serving patients who might not have access to a doctor.