Laboratory communication for an anterior esthetic case is a complex process. In a series of videos I want to look at the different pieces of information we need to be successful, and some ways to effectively communicate them. Step one in the process is clearly understanding the patient's "hoped for" outcomes. One of the challenges is how to "see" the picture Read More
Lee Ann Brady DMD
Restorative Benefits of a Mock Up
Anterior esthetic dentistry can be fun and it can also be stressful. There are definitely more moving parts and more places for technique or communication challenges in these case. One of the most important steps in minimizing the stress and creating maximum predictability is utilizing a bisacryl mock-up as part of the restorative process. In this video I Read More
Ivory ReLeaf: A New Innovative Isolation Device
I find it fun and interesting to test new products as they are being developed. Recently I have gotten to test out several new isolation/retraction devices from Kulzer. Much to my surprise the one that I thought wouldn't work based on its description has become a new favorite for myself and my team. In this video we will look at and talk about ReLeaf and Read More
Anterior Veneers: Interproximal Prep Design
In this third part of our series on preparing teeth for anterior porcelain veneers I want to continue the discussion on interproximal design. Int he last video we looked at the treatment planning and clinical design parameters that drive whether we prep through the existing contact or stop our margin labial to the contact. In this video, let's look at the Read More