Materials Articles
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Current Thinking on Composites & Adhesion
Clinicians, manufacturers, and researchers all share their perspectives on these evolving materials
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A Simplified Characterization of Temporary Restorations
Material selection and technique keep function and esthetics in mind
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Adhesive Cementation Redefined
Options abound, but versatility, ease of use, and high bond strength remain key
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Clinical Applications of Self-Etch and Etch-and-Rinse Adhesive Systems
Each system’s unique characteristics guides decision-making
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The Bonded Functional Esthetic Prototype: Part 2
Part 2 of this article moves beyond the rationale for the BFEP and outlines the process and procedure.
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Addressing Patient Concerns About Dental Materials
Patients may come to dentists with questions about toxicity.
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A Streamlined Cementation Technique for Indirect Glass Ceramics
A new system reduces some of the issues with traditional multi-step adhesion.
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Selecting Luting Agents
Discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of different luting agents to enable clinicians to make an appropriate selection for the situation.
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Simplified and Sophisticated Esthetic Composite Systems
The characteristics and properties of simplified and sophisticated esthetic composite systems
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The Bonded Functional Esthetic Prototype: Part I
Aconservative and cost-effective interim solution that enables dentists to segment treatment
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The Durability of the Resin/Dentin Complex
Resin-bond restorations are likely to last longer when materials that retard the progression of decay are used
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An Overview of Permanent Cements
Criteria for situation-appropriate selection of dental cement
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Advances in Direct Composite Restorations
New materials and techniques enable clinicians to achieve desired results in fewer steps
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To Thine Own Self Be True
Good clinical judgment is paramount in every treatment that dental professionals render
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Making Accurate Master Impressions
Guidelines for predictably capturing the detail and occlusal morphology the laboratory needs to create successful C&B restorations
