Posterior partial coverage all-ceramic dental restorations have become very popular again, thanks to the advent of high-strength bondable ceramic materials. In this video we will discuss the specific preparation design parameters for full and partial coverage ceramic restorations. This includes margin placement, reduction, managing caries, managing cracked Read More
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SpeedCEM Plus: Techniques for Self-Adhesive Cementation
SpeedCEM Plus is a unique self-adhesive resin-based cement from Ivoclar. In this video we will discuss the clinical applications for SpeedCEM Plus, as well as the specifics of the clinical procedures when seating different restorative materials. The chemistry and handling properties of the material are unique and there are a variety of different applications Read More
Topical Antioxidants
Topical antioxidants are a group of products that I rely on weekly in my dental practice. They are the best products I have come across in my career for oral medicine applications. I use them routinely for Lichen Planus, burning mouth and recurrent aphthous ulcers. In this video I will discuss what antioxidants do and how they work. We will also look at the Read More
Bonding or Cementation
The ongoing development of new dental restorative materials and new materials for seating restorations complicates our selection process. We often simplify this as a choice between either bonding or cementation. However, in this video I will discuss the differences in three categories of materials we use to seat restorations. We will also look at the Read More
Anterior Veneer Materials
Anterior veneers are an incredible restorative alternative to correct esthetic or functional issues. We have many different materials and fabrication techniques to choose from for veneers. The different materials offer us a variety of options esthetically, and for strength. Each fabrication technique has it's own advantages and disadvantages that will make Read More
Tooth Bleaching: Science and Technique
This video explores the science and the technique of tooth bleaching. Today we have the option of using either carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide as the active ingredient for tooth bleaching. Although chemically similar, there are distinct differences that are an important factor in how the products work and patient instructions for use. We will look at Read More
Creating A Treatment Planning Presentation Template
Treatment Planning using a system is one of the key pieces to predictability. Taking that mental process and making it visual allows us to "see" whether the esthetic results will work, and communicate our plan. We need to communicate with the patient, other members of the interdisciplinary team or the laboratory. In this video I will show you how to create Read More
Custom Implant Impression Coping
One of the most common negative consequences of anterior implant dentistry is recession of the gingiva, resulting in black triangles, long contacts and long teeth. Following appropriate treatment planning, excellent surgical management it is critical to develop the tissue profile with a custom fixed provisional. The effort that goes into creating the Read More