February 1st 2024
Pac-Dent’s products are helping usher in a new era of 3D printed final restorations, resulting in a boon for patients, particularly those with a habit of gnashing.
How to perform efficient and accurate pick-up of denture attachment housings
March 2nd 2015ZEST Anchors has introduced the CHAIRSIDE Denture Prep & Polish Kit, the latest in its CHAIRSIDE products portfolio. Designed for efficient and accurate pick-up of denture attachment housings, the kit is the latest addition to ZEST’s CHAIRSIDE portfolio.
How to extract teeth as atraumatically as possible
February 23rd 2015With the preponderance of published data demonstrating compelling reasons to remove teeth as minimally invasively as possible, the burden of finding and utilizing effective methods of atraumatic exodontia falls upon the clinician as never before.
How to bond a lithium disilicate restoration using BISCO eCEMENT
February 9th 2015Patients are more involved In the development of their restorative treatment plans, and their expectations continue to increase. As a clinician, I believe an ideal restoration requires the perfect blend of durability, esthetics and strength.
How to maximize efficiency by using Komet® stainless-steel bur blocks during instrument reprocessing
February 3rd 2015Designed for simplified storage, cleaning, disinfection and sterilization of dental burs, diamonds and endodontic and sonic tips, Komet® stainless-steel bur blocks feature silicone plugs that hold the instruments securely in place, preventing them from falling out even in the event of sudden movement.
How to simplify Class II restorations with Class II Total Practice Solution from DENTSPLY Caulk
December 17th 2014Simplifying Class II procedures can save a practice time - and money. The Class II Total Practice Solution by DENTSPLY Caulk is a comprehensive system that helps provide more accurate, efficient outcomes.
How to ensure a high-quality impression on the first take
November 4th 2014The concept of taking an impression may be simple, but there are a number of factors that can cause a less than an ideal impression, resulting in a retake that requires more time, more product, and ultimately, a dent in profitability.
How to cement posterior crowns with 3M ESPE cements [VIDEO]
November 3rd 2014When it comes to the cementation of indirect restorations, there are many factors to consider. Sufficient working time, handling properties, ease of residual cement clean-up, color stability and overall esthetics, in addition to patient comfort during the process, are all important. However, the most essential attribute a cement must have is outstanding bond strength and durability.
How to use TheraCal LC as a liner in a Class II resin-based composite restoration [VIDEO]
October 13th 2014In this how-to video, BISCO demonstrates how using TheraCal LC® as a liner in a Class II resin-based composite restoration can eliminate many of the challenges associated with previous pulp protection materials.
How to create accurate impressions with the Aquasil Ultra Cordless Impression System [VIDEO]
September 26th 2014Said to be the first tissue managing impression system that does not require tissue retraction, Aquail Ultra Cordless Impression System from DENTSPLY Caulk lets dentists take accurate, detailed impressions with less stress.
Bench Mastery: Using the anaxFORM system for provisionals [VIDEO]
September 18th 2014More often than not, technicians outsource provisional restorations because it can be difficult to make provisional restorations predictably and to make them profitable. But what if the matrix and flask used to fabricate the provisional could also be used to fabricate the final acrylic restoration?
How to attach a denture to a LOCATOR overdenture with ZEST Anchors’ new CHAIRSIDE material [VIDEO]
September 11th 2014New CHAIRSIDE Attachment Processing Material from ZEST Anchors used clinician input to provide a self-curing formulation that reportedly offers more desirable handling characteristics without the use of primer.