Restorative

Survival of a Maxillary Incisor in an Adolescent Female Patient 10 Years After Delayed Replantation

By Robert E. McCalla, DDS, Clint Conner, DDS, Jeffrey Kalmowicz, DDS, Franklin Garcia-Godoy, DDS, MS, PhD, PhD

This case demonstrates that although delayed replantation usually has an unfavorable prognosis, every effort should be made to maintain the natural tooth in place whenever possible.

Single-Arch Reconstruction to Correct a Constricted Chewing Pattern Using Digital and Analog Methods

By Wade Kifer, DDS

The final outcome provided the patient with a beautifully restored dentition that accommodated his treatment preference without increasing periodontal, functional, biomechanical, or periodontal risks.

“Stamp” Technique to Recreate Accurate Occlusal Topography for Direct Composite Posterior Restorations

By Dimple Desai, DDS

By transferring the preoperative occlusal anatomy onto the final composite layer, the stamp technique simplifies the restoration process, reducing chairside time and improving patient outcomes.

A Systematic Approach to Diagnosing and Managing a Patient With Excessive Gingival Display and a Hypermobile Lip

By Sheila Naik, DDS

In this case, the treatment ultimately performed included orthodontics, surgical crown lengthening (SCL), and restorative treatment.

Combining Digital Technology and Traditional Principles to Optimize Complete Removable Denture Treatment

By Zev Kaufman, DDS, Klenise S. Paranhos, DDS, MS, Ludovic F. de Carle, DDS, Mary Kang, DDS

Today, providers can incorporate digital technology into many of the clinical steps to minimize the number of visits and procedure time needed to fabricate a complete denture.

Dental Impressions: The Continued Expansion of Digital Technologies

By Macarena Rivera, DMD, MSc

Impression-making techniques have continuously evolved from basic physical casts to the sophisticated digital scans of today.

Kulzer Products Deliver Lasting Reliability, Dependability

Placing composite restorations can be challenging depending on the extent of the preparation, location in the mouth, and patient expectations regarding the outcome, says Lori Trost, DMD.

Beautifil II Outperforms Other Composites in Dentists’ Blind Test

The Guptas recently conducted an informal blinded test among their dental team to assess which dental composite best suited their practice.

Estelite Omega, OMNICHROMA Composites: Simplifying Workflows With Quality Results

When it comes to dental composite materials, Patil is bullish about the superior qualities of Tokuyama Dental’s Estelite Omega® and OMNICHROMA composites, particularly for anterior restorations.

A Systematic Approach to Altering Occlusal Vertical Dimension in a Patient With Functional and Esthetic Concerns

By Andrew Sweet, BSc, DMD

This case involves the successful treatment of a patient who experienced repeated restorative failures due to an undiagnosed occlusal problem.