Techniques

Class II posterior direct restorations often present as complex cases. But Clean & Boost® Dentin and Enamel Cleanser from Vista Apex can increase bond strength while leaving the smear layer intact.

We explain why shade matching materials for composite restorations is a complicated science, and what you can do about it in your practice.

An innovative product from Tokuyama Dental America adds convenience while reducing composite waste.

Vacuum forming and microwave-cured resin allowed one lab to refine the denture fabrication process without additional chair time.

With the SillHa Oral Wellness System by ARKRAY USA, clinicians can work collectively with a patient’s family to help change course to a more complete oral and overall health.

Clinicians can obtain esthetic restorations with 3M Scotchbond and Filtek Restorative products.

This adapted tray technique streamlines the master impression process and the records appointment into a single session, condensing 2 appointments into 1.

Here’s another look at 5 of the top technique articles published in Dental Products Report this past year. For more clinical how-tos, go to dentalproductsreport.com.

Leveraging advanced robotic technology to precisely avoid critical anatomic structures during implant placement.

A demonstration of how using Pulpdent’s Activa Presto presents a new paradigm for the “Sandwich Technique” in restorative dentistry.

The VPro device is designed to accelerate tooth movement while decreasing patient discomfort.

Direct composite bonding using Kuraray Noritake’s CLEARFIL MAJESTY ES-2 Premium composite material.

The following case study illustrates how scans from the Medit i500 helped alleviate one patient’s OSA.

How predictable cementation of full coverage dental restorations can help prevent required adjustments.

Fotona’s LightWalker dental laser can be used to treat sleep disorders and help improve patients’ quality of life.

A coordinated system of materials and light-curing technology optimizes chair time without sacrificing restorative integrity and esthetics.

One clinician explains why OrthoFX is unique in their materials technology and delivery of orthodontics to patients who want to improve their oral health and esthetics.

XVWeb® by Apteryx Imaging offers secure, open architecture cloud-based treatment planning.

Joining The TeleDentists helped a practitioner contribute to the overall well-being of her patients.

Your dental team consists of carefully chosen players—so should your restorative armamentarium.

Achieve shade match superiority with nano-ORMOCER technology from VOCO that is biocompatible and features a low polymerization shrinkage rate.

With the introduction of Estelite Bulk Fill Flow, a revolutionary change occurred in the way clinicians use bulk fill flowable composites.

A clinician uses a variety of Centrix materials to tackle a difficult case for a sensitive patient and ends up with a strong, good-looking final dental restoration.

The Gingival Cuff Link System is a simple, predictable, and time-efficient methodology that benefits both dental professionals and patients.

GUM Hydral from Sunstar provides meaningful relief for dry mouth.

When dental devices work in the patient’s oral cavity, a large amount of aerosol and droplets will be generated. The use of a rubber dam can help stop the spread of these particles.

With OMNICHROMA, the shade-selection step is removed, the need for a high-cost inventory of multiple composite shades is removed, and a high-quality restoration can be placed with less clinical chair time.

A more complete treatment plan requires four elements-esthetics, function, structure, and biology.

The following clinical case illustrates how to use advanced adhesion techniques to dramatically improve dentin adhesion and reduce post-operative sensitivity. PANAVIA SA Cement Universal from Kuraray Noritake is used in this technique article.

With the current technology available, dentists have to demand more from restorations.