A common scenario dentist’s share with me is the debonding of a porcelain veneer, and they are baffled by how it happened. In the situation I am thinking of, all of the bonding resin stays behind and Read More
Anterior Veneer Prep for Closing Black Triangles
A very common clinical scenario is the patient who wants to have restorative dentistry done to close black triangles in the esthetic zone. This can be a gratifying but challenging situation. One of Read More
Papilla Esthetics
During esthetic treatment planning one of the critical factors is assessing and managing the papilla. This is a common conversation when anterior implants are being planned, but sometimes gets less Read More
Continuous Top Cord For Veneer Impressions
There are many ways to gain retraction today for final impressions. With all those options I still find that a two cord technique creates the most predictability in my hands. One of the challenges Read More
Implant Planning & Sequencing: Part One
One of the challenges we face today is treatment planning and sequencing implant placement. One decision is whether to use immediate placement or delayed placement of the fixture. We also have to Read More
The Central Lateral Dilemma
Last week I attended the Seattle Study Club Annual Symposium. As is always the case when I attend continuing education, I think of all the patients in my practice this learning applies to. Sometimes I Read More
Indirect Veneer Provisional Fabrication
When I teach provisional fabrication I discuss three methods for veneers, direct, indirect and shrink wrap. For many years I have preferred using an indirect technique for the fabrication of veneer Read More
Resin Bonded Bridge, One Wing or Two?
Resin bonded bridges, often known as Maryland bridges, have had a bad reputation over the years. The are very challenging to do well and reach your esthetic and functional goals and lastly feel Read More
Video: Porcelain Veneer Over Class Four Fracture
In this excerpt from the ongoing online seminar "Techniques & Materials For Exquisite Esthetics" I discuss creating a visually pleasing outcome when placing a porcelain veneer over a tooth with a Read More
Video: Collaborating With Your Ceramist
This video is an excerpt from the first session of our current online seminar "Techniques & Materials For Exquisite Esthetics" . In this segment I talk about collaborating with your dental Read More
