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The best of both worlds: Clarity™ Attachment Material

When choosing an attachment material for use with clear tray aligners (CTAs), doctors are faced with the choice between a…

Simply a better way to bond!

We partner closely with you to deliver orthodontic bonding solutions that have been trusted and proven for decades.

3M™ APC™ Flash-Free Adhesive

Orthodontic adhesives, including previous 3M™ APC™ Flash-Free Adhesives, have traditionally been highly filled pastes descended from dental restoratives.

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….

Clinical Case: Rebuilding an upper primary ante. tooth using a SC

3M™ Strip Crown Forms efficiently contour restorative material to match natural dentition and restore the beauty and function of anterior…

Clinical Case: Replacement of a partial crown using 3M™ Impregum™ Super Quick

1-step impression technique using 3M Impregum Super Quick Polyether Impression Material

Multi-Shade Restorations for Maximum Esthetics

When should you layer composites with multiple shades or opacities? Discover the esthetic and practical benefits of this classic technique…

What’s in Your Composite? Monomers Unmasked.

In the recipe for restorative success, you need the right ingredients – and that means monomers that work together to…

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…

What’s in Your Composite? Monomers Unmasked.

In the recipe for restorative success, you need the right ingredients – and that means monomers that work together to…

Cemented Implant Restoration – A Solution to Stick With

You have a lot of options to treat missing teeth – but what about cemented implant restorations? Take a closer…

Uncovering the Truth About Dental Sealants

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

Pitfalls of Tooth Prep: Do’s and Don’ts from Lessons Learned

Learn more about what to do – and what to avoid – when it comes to tooth preparation to ensure…

Clinical Case: Esthetic Restoration of Maxillary Central Incisors

Using 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme XTE Universal Restorative.

Dental Advisor Confirms Mixing Efficiency of 3M™ RelyX™ Universal

In a study by DENTAL ADVISOR Biomaterials Research Center they compared the uses delivered by an auto-mix syringe and the…

Clinical Case: It’s All About the Shape

Direct Anterior Solutions

Sealants: Not Just for Kids

Prevention shouldn’t have an age limit – here’s why you should start using sealants on your adult patients.

Full-ceramic Restorations – Why Knowing Your Material Matters

A simplified approach for navigating material selection decisions.

Clinical Case: Replacement of Insufficient Restorations to Improve Esthetic Appearance

Using 3M™ Lava™ Esthetic Fluorescent Full-Contour Zirconia.

Clinical Case: Esthetic Rehabilitation of a Severely Compromised Anterior Case

Using 3M™ Lava™ Esthetic Fluorescent Full-Contour Zirconia.

Simplifying Cementation

Confused about dental cement? You’re not alone. Discover how to simplify cementation and streamline your practice – starting with your…

A Scientific View on the Dos and Don’ts of Self-adhesive Cementation

Self-adhesive cements are designed to be easy to use, versatile and simple. But simplicity is often more than meets the…

The importance of radiopacity in dental adhesives

Radiolucency under an existing restoration can lead to misdiagnosis. Help cut down on unnecessary restorative rework by choosing a radiopaque…

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?

Be In The Know: Professionally Applied Fluoride Solutions

Learn how using “nature’s cavity fighter” the right way can produce a win-win situation: promoting good oral health for patients,…

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…

Full-ceramic restorations – Why knowing your material matters.

A simplified approach for navigating material selection decisions.

Monolithic zirconia crowns in the anterior region?

Innovative zirconia materials have a high esthetic potential. The authors of this report show how to leverage it – with…