Improved physical and mechanical properties drive innovation
Material advancements increase the options for direct restorations
The key to functional and esthetic success in anterior restorations
New technology and materials allow clinicians to "think outside the dental box"
Blade configuration, diamond grit, and head angling are key
Product selection and delivery method are best determined by clinicians
Speed, torque, load, and weight are defining factors
Options abound, but versatility, ease of use, and high bond strength remain key
Understanding the choices for providing esthetic and sufficiently strong restorations
Part 2 of this article moves beyond the rationale for the BFEP and outlines the process and procedure.
The strengths and weaknesses of popular ceramic restorative materials and today's technology
Using resin-modified glass-ionomer as an interim tooth repair solution for restoring primary teeth
Issues related to the use of fast, high-power curing lights and light exposure times of less than 10 seconds
The features and benefits of current curing lights
Minimally invasive dentistry combining enameloplasty with other restorative procedures