March 2010

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March 2010

Aesthetics

Aesthetic Restoration of Maxillary Central Incisors
Cathia Bergeron, DMD, MS, demonstrates in a case report the use of a new universal nanocomposite to achieve excellent anterior aesthetics.

Porcelain Veneers: Providing Beautiful Aesthetics
Sam Simos, DDS, shares a conservative porcelain veneer case that demonstrates the proper clinical and laboratory use of materials to artistically enhance the natural beauty of the smile.

Clinical Update

Chemical Consumption: Smokeless Tobacco and Flavorant Levels

Jim Pankow, PhD, published his investigation on flavor ants in smokeless tobacco in Food and Chem ical Toxicology.

Fluoridated Toothpaste Use in Children
In order to prevent tooth decay in their childern, parents were advised to...

Human Papillomavirus and Oropharyngeal Cancer
According to numerous reports the incidence for oropharyngeal cancer is increasing and human papillomavirus is a risk factor.

Scientists Profile Oral Mycobiome
Over the past few decades, researchers have come to recognize that the plaque-forming microbes in the oral cavity live as complex microbial communities.

Dental Materials

The Custom Impression Tray: Fabrication and Utilization
Douglas A. Terry, DDS; Olivier Tric, MDT; Karl F. Leinfelder, DDS, MS; and Markus B. Blatz, DMD, PhD; discuss the proper fabrication and rationale behind using custom impression trays in lieu of prefabricated trays.

Endodontics

Bioceramic Technology: Closing the Endo-Restorative Circle, Part 2
Kenneth A. Koch, DMD; Dennis Brave, DDS; and Ali Nasseh, DDS, MMSc; in part 2 of this 2-part article, continue their discussion introducingthe various benefits of bioceramic technology in both nonsurgical and surgical endodontics, including how its use will meld together endodontics and restorative dentistry.

Ergonomics

Little Things Can Make a Big Difference
Bethany S. Valachi, PT, MS, CEAS, discusses the ergonomic importance of the proper selection and use of various dental products on the market today.

First Impressions

First Impressions: March 2010

Implants

Technique: Fabricating and Indexing a Provisional Restoration
Renee E. Duff, DDS, MS, presents a technique for indexing a prefabricated provisional fixed complete maxillary denture restoration on immediately loaded temporary implants using a clear acrylic palatal index.

Infection Control

Representative Infection Control Issues and Concerns
John A. Molinari, PhD, presents an infection control update on topics of concern for the dental practitioner and clinical team.

Interview

Supragingival Dentistry: Easier and Healthier Restorative Care
Jose-Luis Ruiz, DDS, shares the advantages of supragingival dentistry and the benefits in using newer, nonmetal materials.

Product Focus

Diamonds

Rotary Files

Small-Diameter Implants

Technology

Versatile CAD/CAM Digital Impression Technology
Tarun Agarwal, DDS, presents a case report demonstrating how he implements in-office CAD/CAM technology into his clinical practice.

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