Rafael S. Beolchi(a), DDS, MSc Carlos Shimokawa(b), DDS, MSc, PhD Bruno Pelissier(c), MCU-PhD (a) University of São Paulo, School of Dentistry, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. (b) University of São Paulo, School of Dentistry, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. (c) MCU-PH, Dentisterie Restauratrice, service OCE. UFR d’Odontologie de Montpellier I. 545 Avenue du Pr JL Viala. 34193 Montpellier Cedex 5. Laboratoire EA 4203

Clinicians are familiar with the development of a white line at the junction between composite and tooth structure. Often, the resin looks excellent when initially placed, and then the white line appears after finishing.

While we all do our best to maintain good dental hygiene, a long dental procedure is nearly inevitable. The cheek retractors needed for lengthy chair time—and the resulting anxiety, muscle fatigue, and pinching—are just not up to the task. There are a lot of patients who can finally opt for a better experience.

The use of fluorides has always been an important element of prophylaxis treatments. The reason why is self-explanatory: they have shown to be very effective against tooth decay and sensitivity. However, the use of fluoride varnishes should be well thought through in order to guarantee ideal results.

Who isn’t familiar with most patients’ desire for whiter teeth and a brighter smile? Help them reach their goal with 12 easy tips and tricks - beyond tooth whitening and preventive care! They will love you!

When it comes to restorative dentistry, Class II posterior restorations comprise about 50% of all cases performed by general practitioners. When it comes to these often tricky cases, Ultradent Products’ new and improved Omni-MatrixTM disposable retainer and matrix is the perfect tool to help clinicians create beautiful posterior Class II restorations.

What began as a critically viewed fad has now established itself in modern esthetic dentistry: treatments involving tooth whitening have become extremely popular. According to surveys, fifty percent of people asked wish to have brighter whiter teeth. After all they convey health, vitality, and attractiveness. And these attributes in turn are associated with success and sympathy.

Tooth Sensitivity During Whitening Treatments

If you’ve ever logged onto Pinterest or any other social media platform, you’ve no doubt seen some of the many trends, tricks, and recipes for easy, cheap, “at-home teeth whitening” treatments.

During a root canal procedure, it's imperative that clinicians debride and cleanse canals thoroughly with endodontic irrigants—even where instruments can't reach. However, this can prove tricky, as irrigants must reach where they are needed without expressing beyond the apex of the canal.