Alginate impressions are one of the main stays in a general dental practice. Think about all of the clinical procedures that we do whose success depends on an accurate alginate impression, from Read More
Diagnostic Impressions: The Putty Wash Technique
[/caption] Last week I experimented with a new impression technique for diagnostic models. I'll admit that I was reticent to try it at first, as I feel pretty comfortable with my old technique. I Read More
Injecting VPS Light body for an Onlay Impression
Capturing an accurate impression is a key step in restoration success. It dictates the ability of the lab to fabricate a well fitting restoration and create adequate marginal seal. When we think about Read More
Going Digital for Impressions
I have heard it estimated that in the next five years 31% of all dental impressions will be captured digitally. So why are so many dentists making the investment? I have had the opportunity to take Read More
Impression Flash, How Much and Why?
[/caption] Accurate impressions are a critical ingredient in our ability to deliver quality restorations to our patients. They are also the one thing that laboratory technicians agree dentists need Read More
VPS, Fast Set or Slow?
[/caption] Impression materials come in all shapes and sizes, or more accurately different viscosity and set times. For years I was in search of the perfect material that would do everything I need Read More
Why Are The Hubs of Mixing Tips Different Colors?
We learned a valuable lesson in the office today, that was humorous and serious all at the same time. We were getting ready to take a final impression for an onlay I had just finished preparing and my Read More
Flexing the Set Time of Alginate
One of our new assistants has been struggling to get exquisite alginate impressions. Together we came up with an approach to getting the kind of impressions we need for our patients and accomplish Read More
Dental Impressions for Patients with Lingual Tori
Today in the office I had a new patient with lingual tori that almost touched at the midline. She was in the office for a TMD evaluation, our recommendation was to begin with a bite appliance. This Read More
Triple Trays, Yeah or Nay?
[/caption] Today I had a patient of record come in with a single tooth that had begun to decay and then she fractured the buccal cusp. She and I decided to proceed with a veneerlay restoration, so Read More
