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KATANA Zirconia UTML veneers and crown on zirconia implant cemented with PANAVIA Veneer LC

Among the most common problems in modern dentistry is that of restoring the patient’s dental aesthetics. New technologies are available to practitioners ...

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A novel approach to root canal preparation: The in–out technique

Much has changed in endodontics during the last 20 years, except the anatomy, which is still just as complex. We can improve our protocols and techniques, ...

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A Class II open bite case with missing mandibular right central incisor, managed with a hybrid aligner treatment approach

Clear aligners are not always a perfect alternative to conventional orthodontic appliances.1–4 Although theoretically it is possible to achieve good ...

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Promoting natural vertical bone growth—not a myth but a reality

Bone loss is one of the greatest challenges in dentistry. Bone volume is linked to the presence of natural teeth. With loss of its anchors, that is, the ...

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Exploring novel technologies for improved efficiency

For all dentists, it is a professional duty to provide safe, quality and competent oral healthcare to patients.1 Clinicians strive to do this by learning ...

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Laser-assisted irrigation in endodontic treatment of a tooth with obstructed canals—A case report

A 72-year-old patient presented to our clinic for whom crown treatment of tooth #37 was planned owing to the patient complaining of recent pain on biting ...

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Chairside fabrication of a nano-ceramic hybrid composite endocrown for a severely damaged molar after endodontic treatment

Many authors recommend not using endodontic posts in the reconstruction of endodontically treated molars, as they are not necessary for the retention of the...

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Intra-oral scanners in the dental office—the countless benefits for both clinicians and patients and the practical aspects of digitalisation

Dentistry is undergoing a radical transformation. The use of intra-oral scanners (IOSs) instead of traditional physical impressions is gaining more and more...

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Vital pulp therapy—the clinical perspective

A high percentage of the population decides to visit the dentist when their teeth are considerably affected by caries. In many cases, patients opt for early...

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Mini-implant-borne sliders and expanders to overcome aligner limitations

Aligners are gaining in popularity in orthodontics. Advantages are aesthetics and less risk of white spot lesions.1 With aligners, teeth can be effectively ...

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Comprehensive dental rehabilitation with a digital workflow: A case study

Digital advancements have revolutionised dentistry, providing efficient, precise dental care.1 Intra-oral scanners are replacing traditional means of taking...

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Using digital software for effective root canal therapy

Root canal anatomy is often complex. Traditional 2D radiographs can give us an idea about the anatomy and its complexity or indicate whether we are dealing ...

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Extremely minimally invasive mock-up-guided veneer preparations in the aesthetic area

This clinical case describes an aesthetic approach to the anterior dentition using veneers. The differential thickness of each veneer was obtained on the ...

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Pushing the boundaries with clear aligners: Multidisciplinary treatment planning

The evolution of clear aligner therapy has transformed the way we connect and communicate with our patients. As clinicians, it has also redefined our ...

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How clean do sterile implants have to be? Analysis and clinical relevance of factory-related contaminations

The initial phase of the biological response to a placed implant is primarily determined by the implant’s surface characteristics. The properties of any ...

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Boosting facial aesthetics through a hybrid approach of the Carriere Motion appliance and Reveal clear aligners

When Dr Edward Angle first classified malocclusions for orthodontic treatment, he created the categories of Class I, II and III, the principal categories by...

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All buttoned up! Styling your plastic with elastics

Clear aligners have become a popular method of orthodontic treatment in the new millennium, led by the launch of Invisalign by Align Technology in 1997. ...

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A chairside CAD/CAM lithium disilicate block in the hands of the dental technician: Giving that extra touch

CAD/CAM silicate ceramic blocks for the production of single-tooth restorations such as crowns and inlays have been available on the market for a long time....

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Less-Prep Endo—is a paradigm shift in root canal preparation ahead of us?

Lasers were introduced to dentistry in 1965 by Leon Goldman. The first application was a failure because of excessive thermal damage. We can only wonder ...

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Artificial intelligence: A gift to dentists

The May 2019 edition of The Atlantic magazine contained an article titled “The truth about dentistry”. In it, the author visualised dentists—not a ...

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Digital scans and human identification

The exponential growth of digital technology in dentistry is inherently accompanied by a significant expansion of 2D and 3D dental image records. ...

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Treatment of compromised teeth: The usual suspects

The unceasing innovations and iterations in dental technologies and materials have taken the sophistication of treatment modalities to a historic level. ...

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Integrating digital smile design into the analogue aesthetic workflow

Achieving a successful outcome in aesthetic dentistry can be a formidable challenge for all dental practitioners, regardless of their experience level. The ...

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Digital implant restorations

With the advancement of dental implantology techniques, implant treatment has become more affordable and thus easier for patients to accept, even though ...

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A guide to evidence-based clinical evaluation of dental 3D printing

Technologies are producing a paradigm shift in all areas of healthcare. Dentistry has seen significant changes in this context. Alongside new patient ...

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Endodontic treatment and the magic lamp

Sensitive or traumatised patients require special attention, whether they are adults or children. Sometimes both the clinician and the patient share a ...

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Immediate implant placement and provisionalisation of a mandibular first molar

The aim of this article is to present a case of immediate implant placement and provisionalisation of a mandibular molar with the PrimeTaper EV implant ...

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Endodontics fine motor skills with the use of conventional and 3D microscopy—a comparative study

Owing to the introduction of magnification principles in dentistry, new techniques have been implemented for the successful performance of endodontic ...

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When do you waste unused aligners, and how can you avoid it?

Orthodontic treatment with clear aligners has been a game-changer for our profession. If as an orthodontist you use clear aligners, you probably have ...

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A novel workflow for indirect restorations without digital design

Over the last decade, the impact of technology on dentistry has increased significantly.1 This impact has been well documented in the field of ...

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