Andy Combites, Author at 3M Dental Blog

Single vs multi-use products in a post-COVID dental setting

06/10/2020

Single vs. Multi-Use Dental Products in a Post-COVID Dental Setting

Should you reprocess and reuse, or pitch after each patient? Learn what to consider when choosing between single or multi-use…

Full coverage crown using 3M™ Chairside Zirconia

06/03/2020

Clinical Case: Full Coverage Crown

Using 3M™ Chairside Zirconia

05/26/2020

The Curing Light Checklist Every Dentist Needs

Curious about which steps you should be taking to make sure your curing light is working properly? Here’s everything you…

05/19/2020

Clinical Case: Midline Diastema Closure

Using the front wing technique.

05/13/2020

Masks vs. Respirators: What Dental Professionals Need to Know

This article provides an overview of different types of personal protective equipment (PPE) for dental professionals, including masks and respirators.

05/06/2020

Clinical Case: Lower Molar Crown Replacement

One step impression technique.

Dental cement selection - like ordering a cup of coffee

04/30/2020

A Tall Order: Navigating Restorative Materials and Dental Cement Selection

As restorative materials continue to evolve, cement selection has become like ordering a cup of coffee – the choices can…

04/15/2020

Closing the Gaps to a Great Smile

With the rise in patient awareness and concern about black triangles, are you prepared to offer a solution?

04/09/2020

Clinical Case: It’s All About the Shape

Direct Anterior Solutions

04/03/2020

Top Dental Webinars

3M Oral Care is dedicated to providing you the best educational resources and tools to help you develop your dental…

Replacement of a Single Unit Molar Crown Featured Image

03/13/2020

Clinical Case: Replacement of a Single-unit Molar Crown

Monophase impression using 3M™ Impregum™ Penta™ Super Quick Polyether Impression Material.

03/09/2020

Fluoride and Your Patients – How to Start the Conversation

How fluent are you in fluoride? Learn how to talk about the benefits of fluoride with patients and staff –…

03/02/2020

Clinical Case: All-ceramic Crown Replacement

Dual-arch bite impression technique.

02/25/2020

Our Love/Hate Relationship with Flowable Composites

We love them because of the ease of placement and the excellent wetting of the tooth with its lower viscosity….

02/13/2020

How can I save money in my dental practice every day?

Searching for promotional deals or cheaper materials is an obvious way to save money in your dental practice. Although it…

02/10/2020

Clinical Case: Creating Custom Treatment Options

A case study by Dr. Robert Margeas, DDS featuring 3M™ RelyX™ Veneer Cement and 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Adhesive.

02/08/2020

To Bond or Not To Bond?

Thinking early about cement use is important because patient-specific factors, choice of restoration material and prep design all affect cement…

02/05/2020

Clinical Case: Replacement of a Composite Restoration

Monophase impression using 3M™ Impregum™ Penta™ Super Quick Polyether Impression Material.

02/03/2020

Uncovering the Truth About Dental Sealants

Why you should give sealants your seal of approval – and use them more regularly in your office.

01/31/2020

Clinical Case: Restoration Replacement

Replacement of a restoration on the upper right central incisor.

01/28/2020

Shrinkage vs. Shrinkage Stress: What Does it Mean for Your Composite?

Do you know the difference between shrinkage and shrinkage stress and why it matters? While the two terms are often…

01/26/2020

Clinical Case: Direct Composite Veneers

Optimizing the smile after orthodontic treatment.

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