Techniques

More often than not, technicians outsource provisional restorations because it can be difficult to make provisional restorations predictably and to make them profitable. But what if the matrix and flask used to fabricate the provisional could also be used to fabricate the final acrylic restoration?

In this how-to video, learn how to extract fractured instrument fragments with Komet USA's Endo Rescue Kit 4601.

New CHAIRSIDE Attachment Processing Material from ZEST Anchors used clinician input to provide a self-curing formulation that reportedly offers more desirable handling characteristics without the use of primer.

Traxodent from Premier Dental is designed to offer quick, effective retraction in about two minutes without hemostatic solutions, which eliminates fumbling and saves chair time. 

Dr. Joseph Kim shares a case study where he demonstrates the replacement of two implant supported PFM crowns using BISCO ® dental adhesive.  

Having just received FDA 510(k) clearance, the SomnoDent Fusion Classic and SomnoDent Fusion Flex oral devices will be commercially available in the next few months.

In this case study presented by Dr. Linda Greenwall, an anterior restoration is completed showcasing how to use Aura from SDI. The patient presented a chipped tooth on No. 7.

Dr. John Nosti, DMD, shares his insight on innovative products and practices that can streamline your denture process while making it more predictable for the dentist.

Vista Dental’s EndoUltra is a cordless ultrasonic endo activation device that uses ultrasonic technology in a compact, easy-to-use handheld device. 

Rachel Mele describes herself as an Internet and social media junkie … and she doesn’t believe she is that different than many of the people who sit in your chair on a daily basis.

Dramatic advancements in dental ceramics have enhanced the esthetic, functional, and retentive potential of ceramic crowns to a point where metal alloys may be circumvented in esthetic dentistry.

The mirror magic Anti-fog System prevents fogging on mouth mirrors and provides the practitioner a quick method for debris removal.

Throughout her illustrious and storied career as a dental practice management consultant, Linda Miles has seen a lot of things that can negatively impact a dental practice.

Despite advancements in almost every facet of impression-making, from materials to hemostatic agents to cords and retraction paste, achieving accurate impressions of crown and bridge preparations can be frustrating for practicing dentists.

In this how-to video, Dr. Stephen Ginsburg demonstrates how the Good Fit™ All-in-One Denture Tray helps you get all the impressions and measurements you need for complete denture fabrication - all in one visit.

The Expert Kit 4562ST from Komet USA contains three newly developed diamond instruments that incorporate depth markers (indicated by the letter “D” for “depth” in the reference number). These marks indicate the required minimal occlusal thickness for successful all-ceramic restorations, including those fabricated with CAD/CAM techniques.

The esthetic zone is always a challenge for implant restoration. The problem of losing gingival height following extraction jeopardizes achieving the natural look of the crowns placed on the implants.  

Direct posterior composite restorations are among the most common dental procedures currently performed. However, their location in the mouth requires precise placement, complete isolation of the preparation and thorough polymerization to ensure longevity and adequate function.1   

When placing partial coverage restorations, marginal integrity and esthetics are logical concerns.

Clear aligner therapy has been a growing option for patients who simply cannot tolerate or who deny fixed appliances.

Since the first resin-based light-cured composites were introduced many decades ago, there have been significant advancements realized in resin and filler technology.

Recent reports and surveys affirm the importance of the teeth and smile to overall facial esthetics.1,2  As the world’s population ages, it seems that more people are keeping their natural teeth into their later years.3 

The old saying that “no chain is stronger than its weakest link” is certainly true in dentistry. When working with crown and bridge, one of the primary complaints from dentists to dental technicians is that “the occlusion was high and it took a long time to adjust it clinically.”1 The restorative process for an indirect restoration includes many steps that, when not carefully executed, can contribute to this problem. 

The Komet® Expert Kit 4573ST focuses on crown preparations with special attention directed toward the specific requirements of all-ceramic crowns produced through CAD/CAM or conventional techniques.

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.

How should you be running your daily business meeting with the team? Sometimes, dental practice leaders are at a loss for what’s important and what should be addressed in the daily business meeting.

Penny Reed of Penny Reed and Associates on how to become an opportunity seeker to bring back more patients, and see a higher return on each day.

When it comes to growing your dental practice, Penny Reed of Penny Reed and Associates says one major marketing tool that is usually overlooked are patient referrals.

Penny Reed of Penny Reed and Associates says you should always focus on your patients that are directly in front of you today. But also thinking of how you’re going to bring them back tomorrow can help you better your practice and grow your patient base.