Restorative Dentistry

Putting in ‘ideal’ crowns without considering other factors can lead to restoration failure.

One clinician discusses techniques for optimal dental cement selection.

Why crown cutters from Komet USA LLC are ideal for working with different restorative materials.

With a new Shade Detection tool, the latest Sirona Connect software supports dentists in selecting the suitable shade for a restoration.

Are you committing these composite faux pas in your practice?

The material reportedly offers higher wear resistance and increased radiopacity compared to the original formulation.

The composite is uniquely designed with SphereTEC filler technology.

Dr. Cory Glenn demonstrates how to use the restorative material for esthetic composite restorations. Full-mouth rehabilitation can be one of the most intimidating procedures for many dentists. Practitioners are often unsure where to start or what end point they should be working towards.

The newest leading bulk fills are simple, esthetic and long-lasting, but they still require the clinician’s focus.

The polishers are designed as a two-step system for zirconia finishing and polishing.

There are plenty of ways for something to go wrong, but a little friendly advice and practice can go a long way.

How this universal adhesive from GC America streamlines adhesive dentistry in a busy practice.

Minute Stains are designed to give an unlimited variation of color options to perfectly match the patient's surrounding teeth.

A cosmetic dentist explains why she switched to using Ultradent’s Mosaic.

The update is said to increase both efficiency and productivity in digital dentistry.

The NiTin sectional matrix ring is said to provide superior resiliency and significantly longer life.

The materials are designed to provide young patients with reliable, biocompatible dental comfort for years after their use.

How new types of zirconia are enabling better esthetics and improved patient care.

The Kiyoshi Nakao Fund will be used to support research and education in topics dealing with the aging population.

Why the Ketac Universal Aplicap Glass Ionomer Restorative from 3M is an excellent choice for pediatric dental procedures.

A dentist explains why she decided to replace her previous handpieces with Bien-Air TORNADOs.

A prosthetic reconstruction for oral rehabilitation requires a number of clinical and laboratory treatment stages. An interim restoration is necessary and this has a crucial influence on the patient’s well-being, the quality of the final restoration and the long-term success of the treatment. A prosthetic reconstruction for oral rehabilitation requires a number of clinical and laboratory treatment stages.

 When zirconia was first introduced for dental restorations, it was mainly used for posteriors. Between its color and opacity, it just didn’t look right for applications in the front of the mouth. Over time, and as manufacturers have brought new versions to market, the esthetics have improved. And the latest version by Dentsply Sirona-Cercon xt-is an impressive step in the right direction.

How digital tools and communication come together to deliver safer, more dependable implant results.

How to save time and provide improved esthetics with 3M’s latest bulk fill composite.

One clinician describes the advantages offered by the Ultradent Gemini soft tissue laser.

Dr. Lee Ann Brady demonstrates how to use DMG’s TempoCem® ID Temporary Cement for crafting esthetic and functional provisional restorations. Crafting an esthetic and functional  provisional restoration is crucial to surpassing patient expectations, building word-of-mouth marketing appeal and ensuring future case success. 

DPR unveils its 2017 Innovator Profiles, including Dentrix, Bisco, the Chicago Dental Society and Whip Mix.