Restorative Articles
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Establishing a Classification System and Criteria for Veneer Preparations
A proposed classification system divides preparation and veneering into reduction—referred to as space requirement, working thickness, or material room—volume of enamel remaining, and percentage o...
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New Method for Improving the Accuracy of Bite Registrations in Restorative Implant Dentistry
This case study describes a new proposed method to treat edentulous areas of the mouth using dental implants and fixed prosthodontic concepts to register secure and accurate bites.
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Strategies for Integrating New Restorative Materials with Digital Technology and Sound Restorative Principles
This article outlines the strengths and weaknesses of various popular ceramic restorative materials and how today’s technology can be effectively utilized to fabricate these materials into exception...
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Composite Resins in 2013: An Update on Their Progress
With numerous advances, composite resins are providing clinicians with an increased array of options for successfully restoring teeth in a minimally invasive manner, providing long-term esthetic solut...
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Cementation of Indirect Restorations: An Overview of Resin Cements
This article provides updates on resin cements for helping clinicians determine which cement is best suited to their clinical needs regarding cementation of indirect restorations, with an emphasis on ...
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Self-Etch and Etch-and-Rinse Adhesive Systems in Clinical Dentistry
In this overview of adhesive systems in dentistry, the authors review the history of bonding agents, delineate current adhesive strategies, and discuss clinical recommendations for selecting a bonding...
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Re-reattachment of a Fractured Maxillary Central Incisor: A Case Study
This article discusses reattachment techniques for the restoration of fractured teeth when the tooth fragment is recovered after a traumatic dental injury.
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Esthetic and Functional Rehabilitation Via Reattachment of Dental Fragments
This clinical report describes how restorative dentistry, periodontology, and adhesive materials were combined to restore function and esthetics in a case of a subgingival fracture of central incisors...
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Conservative Approach for Esthetic Repair of Fractured Ceramic Facing in Ceramic-Fused-to-Metal Crowns: A Case Series
This article outlines a conservative repair protocol for fractured ceramic facings of ceramic-fused-to-metal (CFM) crowns and includes brief descriptions of several cases.
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Clinical Application of a New Self-Adhesive Resin Cement for Zirconium-Oxide Ceramic Crowns
A new self-adhesive resin cement, Panavia™ SA Cement, is a dual-cure, fluoride-releasing, one-step cementation material that provides excellent bond strengths to tooth structures and dental material...
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A Systematic Approach to Recreate a Patient’s Former Smile
This case involving a 29-year-old woman included esthetic crown lengthening, establishing ideal esthetic position of maxillary anterior and posterior teeth, addressing the mandibular plane of occlusio...
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Periodontal-Restorative Collaboration: The Basis for Interdisciplinary Success in Partially Edentulous Patients
Effective collaboration between the periodontist and restorative dentist is vital to achieve high-quality interdisciplinary outcomes when replacing teeth with implants in the esthetic zone.
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A Direct Technique for Fabricating Esthetic Anterior Fixed Provisional Restorations Using Polycarbonate Veneers
This article describes a chairside technique for fabrication of esthetic interim restorations using prefabricated polycarbonate facings backed with autopolymerizing acrylic resin.
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High Demand for Composites a Driving Force for Curing Light Advancements
Advances in composite material have led to accelerated developments in curing light technology. An overview of the various curing light systems available on the market is provided.
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Cosmetic Concerns Provide Opportunity for Comprehensive Dentistry
This case of occlusal dysfunction depicts a comprehensive restorative plan that included disease control treatment, root canal therapy, and orthodontics. A Kois deprogrammer was used to evaluate the p...
