Terri Lively

Since the invention of self-etching bonding systems in the ‘90s, the question has lingered surrounding adhesive dentistry: which is better for bonding, total-etch or self-etch?

Three clinicians give their suggestions on how to avoid Class II restoration complications and failures when working with composite resins.

CAD dentures have changed the try-in process for edentulous patients.

We asked two experts to weigh in and here's what they had to say.

Curing lights are often considered the supporting cast for restorative materials, but learn why they’re a vital component of a restoration’s success.

Why composite bonding can be an excellent way to correct some common issues with your patients’ teeth.

New materials are changing everything from inventory to esthetics.

The dental industry and materials science have made many advances over the last 70 years.

A recent study challenged the concerns about bulk fill composites-and what the researchers discovered might surprise you.

Freedom in centric allows for function and comfortable, well-fitting dentures.

A closer look at flexible dentures and the materials used for them.

The questions every general dentist must answer about oral surgery.

How to treatment plan when your patient has his or her own ideas.

A closer look at bite registration, a crucial part of denture fabrication for fit and wear, and how to capture the position you need when treating an edentulous patient.

New technology reduces the process and time necessary to achieve ideal fit for denture patients.

Shade matching can be difficult for clinicians, but with experience and improvements in restorative materials, you can produce excellent outcomes.

Find out how you can make this type of composite work for your dental practice.

Here’s how digital impressions stack up as alternatives to traditional dental impressions.

Getting dentures is not always realistically envisioned by patients, but you can help them prepare for the transition.

Learn how advancements in materials and the size of glass fillers have improved composites’ mechanical properties.

Avoid these key mistakes to improve patient outcomes.

How the New Colgate TotalSF toothpaste addresses changing patient demands.

From new software to updated materials, here's why dental professionals should look forward to advancements in dentures this year.

From new software to updated materials, here's why dental professionals should look forward to advancements in dentures this year.

Follow these best practices for creating dentures that are comfortable for patients to wear.

Follow these best practices for creating dentures that are comfortable for patients to wear.

Follow these tips and tricks to get the best possible outcomes when using bulk fills in your dental office.

Poor materials inventory management can have implications for your patient experience, staff morale and productivity.

Glass ionomer cement is a material with many uses in today’s dental practice. Here’s how this material is changing restorative dentistry.

Impressions are an indispensable yet tricky aspect of every dental practice. Find out how to simplify the process.