Material Selection Archives

03/22/2022

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…

02/17/2022

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…

01/26/2022

Simplifying Cementation

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

11/10/2021

Considerations in Impressioning Methods and Material Selection

Whether taken digitally or physically, a good dental impression is key to restorative success. But how do you decide which…

07/29/2021

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…

04/20/2021

6 Reasons Not to be Afraid of Composite Warming

Unsure about composite warming? Here’s why you should reconsider – and how you could benefit from heating things up.

02/23/2021

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…

01/26/2021

The 15-Minute Challenge: Are You Daring Enough to Schedule a Shorter Crown Seating Appointment?

Dental Labs cite about 31% of impressions received are “bad” or “sub-par.” Let’s consider our main communication instrument with our…

12/02/2020

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…

11/16/2020

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…

10/29/2020

Sealants: Not Just for Kids

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

10/13/2020

Full-ceramic Restorations – Why Knowing Your Material Matters

A simplified approach for navigating material selection decisions.

09/24/2020

What You Need to Know About Dental Adhesives

Adhesives are critical to the long term success of a restoration and making the right choice isn’t always easy. If…

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.

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?

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….

02/08/2020

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…

02/03/2020

Uncovering the Truth About Dental Sealants

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

01/28/2020

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…

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