Cosmetic
Naturomimetic composite replacement restorations
Replacing composites completed in California 2 years ago (yikes) with a naturomimetic approach. Restorative: Kerr Simplishade Compressive: 366MPa Flexural: 140MPa Tint: Voco Final Touch Brown
Read MoreIncisal Window Details with Composite Resin
The incisal window and specifically the halo effect, incisal translucency and maverick effects were all in play in this enamel fracture reconstruction. Nature is Queen. Restorative system: #VocoAmaris #incisalwindowcomposite
Read MoreClass V lesions restored with GC Essentia U
I have been using this material in Class V situations for ~10 years now with lesions restored in 2014 virtually identical-looking to lesions restored in 2024. #GCEssentiaU
Read MoreFissure sealants that don’t seal are a problem
Here’s the problem with fissure sealants that actually don’t seal. The patient can’t clean properly underneath it, nor can you or the hygiene team, leading to a situation of perpetual […]
Read MoreClass I composite replacement restorations
Restoration replacements for these broad, shallow old composites with marginal leakage were completed. Micro particle abrasion is crucial to ensure both maximal surface area for bonding and for optimal biofilm/smear […]
Read MoreBlack Triangle Reduction in Triangular Teeth
T R I A N G U L A R T E E T H // the key is to increase the cervicoproximal emergence without making the tooth shapes too […]
Read MoreMatrix in Matrix used in a complex composite restoration
A breath-by-breath treatise on the reconstruction of this compromised #18/3.7MODB. The matrix-in-matrix approach was utilized to fashion the free end extension distal marginal ridge with the Omnimatrix useful on the […]
Read MoreClass 5 bangers with GC G-aenial A’Chord
Kicking off the New Year with a quadruple Class V banger set using the hyperfilled supercomposite with exceptional wear resistance and a great chameleon effect to boot. #GC #GaenialAchord
Read MoreSubtleties in staining
Subtleties in staining are critical for the overall realism of any restorative case. Qualities that determine success: // Defined fissure pattern // Extreme low viscosity of staining/tinting agent allowing the […]
Read MoreOcclusal composite artistry in a molar
Using the DARK variant of the chameleon heavyweight #ClearfilMajestyES2Universal Vitals: Compressive strength: 348MPa (enamel 384MPa, dentin 297MPa) Flexural strength: 110MPa (dentin 165.6MPa)
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