Materials

At Ritter & Ramsey General and Cosmetic Dentistry in Jupiter, Fla., the doctors use the 3M™ True Definition Scanner on a daily basis for scans, but the practice does still use traditional impressions for certain cases, much like most practices.

Every restorative dentist will be, at some point, faced with a patient that presents with root caries apical to an existing crown margin. The choice is whether to remove the existing crown and additional decay and replace the crown, or to attempt to directly restore the affected area without crown replacement.

This case illustrates the different reliable methods for posterior restoration placement. A healthy 45-year-old male patient presented with occlusal amalgam fillings that were placed more than 20 years previously.

Have you thought about doing a brief survey of your practice for patients who need single veneers? 

Kerr Corporation is launching a campaign challenging the dental industry to consider the true meaning of the term “universal” when describing a bonding agent.

Simplifying the implant process with Hi-Tec Implant's EXPERT 5.00 implants.

When you put a disk (or a puck) into a milling machine, what does that piece of material represent? Do you see the raw material, ready to be turned into something amazing? Do you see a lump of porcelain? Do you see the finished product, waiting for you after the milling cycle?

SDI North America's Riva Self Cure glass ionomer restorative material is ideal for minimally invasive dentistry, bulk fill and radiopacity.

Slick Bands™, from Garrison Dental Solutions, were the first matrix bands to virtually eliminate the problem of difficult-to-remove matrices. Developed as an improvement to the Composi-Tight 3D™ Sectional Matrix System, these are the original SM-series Slick Bands and have a thickness of .0016".

Dr. Ben Miraglia has used 3M ESPE’s Imprint VPS impression materials in his practice for as long as he can remember.

How new Imprint 4 VPS impression material from 3M ESPE can help you create accurate impressions in less time. 

In this technique video, courtesy of Dr. Jack D. Griffin, Jr., Bisco’s DUO-LINK UNIVERSAL™ is used during the cementation of an indirect dental restoration.

Is DUO-LINK different enough in the adhesive cement market to convert them to users? The overwhelming response was yes and the key was the handling.

3M ESPE’s Lava Plus High Translucency Zirconia offers both outstanding esthetics and strength.  

Think you need multiple veneers to complete a smile makeover? Dr. Harvey Silverman tells you why that might not be the case.

The design of this case was complex. But by using digital design it was possible to design the implant abutments at the same time as the final restorations.

Check out these two clinical examples that illustrate how Futurabond U can be used clinically to achieve outstanding results.

3M ESPE scientist Joe Oxman recently was interviewed by DPR Editor in Chief Stan Goff and shared his vast knowledge on curing lights, dental materials and technology.

The first resin-based light cured dental composites were introduced in the 1970s. Since that time significant advancements have been realized in resin and filler technology, and today more than 70 different brands of composite exist on the market.

There are many great dental restorative products and impression materials available, and DPR’s latest survey indicates most of you are very satisfied with your choices.

Learn how 3M ESPE's Scotchbond Universal Adhesive offers options

Over the past several years, there has been widespread adoption of lithium disilicate based restorations (e.g. IPS e.max®*) by the restorative dental community. Previously, restorative dentists were limited in their material selection depending on the need for strength or esthetics. Now, this proven material allows clinicians to address most situations without sacrificing strength or beauty.

Dr. Phillip Ho tells us about what drives him to develop new products and the benefits of his newest development, BFC Complete syringe, which comes pre-loaded with a light body VPS impression material, Vaccu·sil.

Contemporary Product Solutions presents its review on Safe-Vac’s non-latex single disposable HVE suction tip.

Bulk fill composites allow clinicians to provide patients with fast and easy direct posterior restorations, without compromising marginal integrity, esthetics or long-term predictability.

When it comes to clear aligner treatment, accurate impressions matter. 3M™ ESPE™ Imprint™ 3 VPS Impression Material for clear aligners can help you achieve those accurate impressions, giving patients the final results they’re after.

Available on October 1st, Constic self-adhesive flowable composites from DMG America are reportedly engineered for multiple clinical procedures, offering etching, bonding and filling in a single step. 

In this episode of “Product Review with John and Lou: Tips, Tricks and Truth,” Drs. John Flucke and Lou Graham discuss what you need to know about dental bonding agents and the products that are the best of the best.

With the use of newer materials on the rise, the world of cements (luting agents) in dentistry has rapidly evolved to meet the needs of today’s practitioners. It’s more critical now to understand the science behind the products and behind the materials, and to know just what you can expect from the products you use.

Experience this video series that explores both preparation and handling techniques to ensure amazing esthetics and unique functionality when using Lava Ultimate Restorative.