INTRODUCTION Oral reconstruction for the edentulous patient can be accomplished utilizing various treatment approaches. Conventional dentures, implant overdentures, fixed detachable restorations, and abutment
INTRODUCTION An estimated 120 million people in the United States are missing at least one tooth.1 Therefore, the need for general practitioners (GPs)
The case in Figure 1 is a dramatic example of 3 massive changes that have occurred in the field of endodontics—rotary negotiation of
INTRODUCTION In the July 2019 issue of Dentistry Today, we explored how modern implant design and simplified drilling protocols are making implant dentistry
INTRODUCTION Zirconia-based restorations are the fastest growing segment in the North American laboratory market. Based on their aesthetics, biocompatibility, and mechanical properties, they
Direct resin restorations have become the treatment cornerstone for the general dentist’s office. The financial health of a practice can revolve around each
This month, in our introduction to Implants Today, let’s briefly discuss the many variations that exist in implant applications as we consider implant
We will be celebrating Thanksgiving in the United States again this month. It’s a time to be thankful for family, friends, and others
The astonishing rise of vaping and e-cigarette use among our youth, particularly in middle and high school students, presents a new dilemma for
INTRODUCTION Aesthetics and occlusion play an important role together in any restorative dentistry case, regardless of whether the preparation is for a small
