Surgical-Restorative Resource monthly e-newsletter will explore the importance of working as a team when it comes to advanced clinical dentistry. Drs. Scott Froum and Chris Salierno bring a fresh and unique perspective to the world of implants, restorations, and other dental-surgical procedures.
Effective implant maintenance and cleaning protocols
There is a significant body of work regarding the complexities of dental implants and their maintenance. Dr. Robert Gottlieb and Suzanne Newkirk, RDH, provide a brief overview of the implant protocols they have found to be most effective in their practice. Click to continue Share:
The fall and rise of dental technology
Steven Pigliacelli, CDT, MDT, explains the current situation that dental laboratories and technicians are in and explains how outsourcing can be detrimental to the quality of restorations as well as the viability of the industry. He proposes that dental technology be used as an extension of the technicians — not the replacement — so that the dental industry as a whole can turn the tide toward a better future in prosthetics. Click to continue Share:
Endodontic therapy vs. implant treatment: an evidence-based review
When giving patients options for their restorations, Drs. Doreen Toskos and Joseph DiBernardo say that implant surgeons must address the possibility of endodontic therapy, and general dentists/endodontists must discuss the ramifications of implant therapy. As dentists, we are trained to preserve the natural dentition for our patients, and it is our ethical responsibility to do so whenever possible. Click to continue Share:
Treating medicated patients with heart disease
According to Ann Eshenaur Spolarich, RDH, PhD, many classes of cardiac drugs have multiple indications, so clinicians should question patients as to why a drug is being used as well as possible side effects. She provides additional suggestions for hygienists in treating patients who are taking cardiac medications. Click to continue Share:
One patient, so many appliance designs! What should I use?
Dr. Lee Ann Brady believes the determination of which appliance design to use should be based on exam findings and diagnosis for each individual patient. In this article, she explains the purpose of each of the five appliance designs she uses in her practice and describes when she uses each type. Click to continue Share:
Performing esthetic and affordable diastema closures with composite restoratives
Flowable restoratives are still relatively new to the dental materials world. Dr. David Clark’s personal observation is that flowables are either overutilized or underutilized, depending on the clinician; however, by finding the proper balance between flowable and paste composites, clinicians can make these materials an invaluable part of their repertoire. Click to continue Share:
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