Fracture Resistant Restorative Dentistry
In 1890, G. V. Black proposed both a cavity classification system and cavity preparations that remain intact and the standard of care 120 years later. The consummate scientist that was G. V. Black, we can assume, would be shocked to find today we still cling to both of his systems in spite of advances in almost everything: photoelastic studies in stress and strain, modern engineering, adhesive materials, magnification, outcome studies, the epidemic of cracked teeth, computers, the telephone, and the list goes on and on.
Restorative Papilla Regeneration
When a clinician faces the difficult challenge of papilla regeneration, there are many options available. In this article, I present a feature case that includes restorative treatment followed by papilla regeneration; a discussion of the pertinent literature is included. This case explores a cost-effective, minimally traumatic, and predictable approach. I then briefly review other traditional treatment modalities that are available to resolve this clinical dilemma, including orthodontic treatment or re-treatment, prosthetic intervention, and microsurgical papilla-regeneration procedure.
Composite Versus Porcelain Part 3
Injection overmolding of teeth using the Bioclear Method invented by Dr. David Clark DDS has changed the way cosmetic dentists do composite restorations, and more importantly changing the way that we think about restorative dentistry. This is the second in a 3-part article series. You can find Part One Here and Part Two Here.
Composite Versus Porcelain Part 2
Injection overmolding of teeth using the Bioclear Method has changed the way cosmetic dentists do composite restorations, and more importantly changing the way that we think about restorative dentistry. This is the second in a 3-part article series. You can find part one here.
Composite Versus Ceramics Part 1
Injection overmolding of teeth using the Bioclear Method is changing the way that we do composite restorations, and more importantly changing the way that we think about restorative dentistry.
A Microscope for Every Dentist
Magnification, Advanced Magnification, Extreme Magnification. What does that mean to a general dentist? To help explain lets explore the parallel continuum of magnification and computer processing power. However, because powers of magnification have a squared, not linear relationship to visual information, a seemingly small jump in magnification creates a level of visual information that will profoundly impact the potential for clinical accuracy
How Bioclear Can Work for You
If your smile has imperfections … Gaps, chips or discoloring that you hide when your picture’s snapped? It doesn’t have to. The Bioclear Method developed by Dr. David Clark can improve the shape, size and fit of your teeth. Bioclear is an innovative alternative to traditional dental crowns and porcelain veneers. It’s an ideal restorative option for perfecting smiles. By utilizing the Bioclear Method cosmetic dentists can repair a tooth or redesign a smile by encapsulating teeth in dental composite with little or no drilling. Said composite can then be injection molded around a decaying, worn or damaged tooth in patented ultra-thin clear shapes (The Bioclear Matrix) that slide easily between the teeth and between the tooth and gums. That means it won’t require the dentist to grind away some of your tooth the way getting porcelain crowns or veneers would’ve.