Composite Sculpting
Difficult Isolation for this Complex Layered Composite Restoration
A really satisfying combination occlusal and buccal direct case on tooth #30. A #14 Blackline clamp was used to “just gain enough bite subgingivally” to expose the margin on the […]
Read MoreClass V isolation difficulties and considerations
(Afternoon tea pics 1528.9: GC Essentia U) It is no secret that often retraction cord access in the real world far exceeds the ability of rubber dam to retract laterally, […]
Read MoreClosure of PFM Crown Root Canal Accesses
We had the opportunity to replace the endodontic access restoration on this #13/2.5. As it was a PFM crown/abutment, the metal was subjected to micro air abrasion (27 micron aluminum […]
Read MoreCrown Preparations
…Are not always the one. I nearly vowed that I would never intentionally do another crown preparation for the year 2021, but I guess you have no choice if you […]
Read MoreRestoring Large Cavities Predictably with a Crown alternative
What’s your compressive strength? 439MPa in this case (Enamel = 384MPa). #Voco #GrandioSO #Supercomposite
Read MoreDramatic removal of amalgams and recreating virgin anatomy
Love the dramatism of amalgam removals and the ability for modern supercomposites to blend and mimic nature. #Voco #GrandioSO #FinalTouch #Tints
Read MoreClass V’s and staining restored invisibly
These conservative Class V’s really do lift patients’ confidence significantly. #GC #Gaenial #Supercomposite
Read MoreDeep Margin Elevation in Restorative Dentistry
Deep radicular caries are difficult to access and even more difficult to restore, especially if it is on an anchor tooth for your rubber dam. This case required the opening […]
Read MoreRecontouring root scrubbing damage
#ClassVbanger to kick it all off.
Read MoreRemoval of old crowns, immediate dentin sealing and resin coat
Removal of old crowns from 7-10 (1.2-2.2) with IDS/RC and veneer preparations on the canines. Both centrals featured post/core units which were recently placed by the endodontist. #CrownPreps #PrepMe
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