One of the challenges in recementing ceramic crowns today is removing all of the old resin-based cement without damaging the ceramic.. In this video I will discuss several different techniques for cleaning out the old cement and the impact of this on the future of the restoration. Read More
Lee Ann Brady DMD
Ensuring Tooth Health Under An Essix Retainer
Essex retainers are widely used in contemporary implant dentistry. However, it is important for us to consider the potential risk of tooth decay when employing these plastic orthotics that cover all of the natural teeth. In the following video, I will outline the protocol I employ to ensure optimal maintenance of tooth and gingival health for my patients Read More
Essix Retainer Versus Flipper During Dental Implant Therapy
One of the challenges of implant therapy in the Aesthetic Zone is the temporary solution during the surgical and healing phases. There are both removable and fixed solutions. In this video, I will discuss the choice between an Essix retainer and a flipper (interim partial denture). I will share what I use and why I made this clinical choice. Read More
Mounting Dental Models In The Digital World
In the dental field today, it is increasingly popular to utilize digital technology when working with mounted models. We now have digital replicas available for every articulator, which allows for greater precision and convenience. In this video, I will provide guidance on the specific records that are required and should be sent to the lab in order to Read More
A Classic Dental Bur I Am Using Again
Recently after reading a research article in a dental journal, I got curious about using a bur that I learned about way back in Dental School. In this video I will share which bur this is and why I have begun using it after all these years. Read More
Can You Bond to Sclerotic Dentin?
In the world of adhesive dentistry, we need to know the unique protocols for bonding to many different surfaces in order to ensure success. On the tooth side, we have enamel, dentin, and yes: sclerotic dentin. This video will discuss how to optimize bond strengths to sclerotic dentin. Read More
The Best Try In Paste for Dental Implant Restorations
Trying to match the color of the cement between the abutment and the dental implant crown in the anterior can be very frustrating. In this video, I will share a cool little trick I recently learned that is working really well for me. Read More
Monobond Etch & Prime Tips
Monobond Etch & Prime is a self-etching ceramic primer from Ivoclar that I know is very popular with lots of dentists today. However, there are a couple of important things I hope everyone knows. In this video, I will give you a few tips and tricks for using it optimally and answer some common questions I get about the product. Read More