Surgical Articles
Narrow diameter dental implants in the esthetic zoneDr. Peter Mann asserts that via proper case selection, narrow diameter implants are an important addition to our armamentarium in implant dentistry. Here, he uses three cases to illustrate how thinner dental implants offer benefits for patients. |
An alternative to conventional dental implants: short implantsDr. Scott Froum, a periodontist and co-editor of Surgical-Restorative Resource™ e-newsletter, reviews the use of short dental implants as an alternative to conventional ridge augmentation procedures. |
Is it time to retire the free gingival graft procedure in light of new alternative tissue grafting materials?Dr. Alessandro Geminiani examines the free gingival graft (FGG), a surgical procedure frequently used in periodontics to increase the amount of keratinized tissue surrounding a tooth or a dental implant. One major limitation is the need for a donor site, most commonly tissue harvested from the palate. Will the new alternative grafting materials end up making the FGG obsolete? |
Restorative Articles
Fabricating IPS e.max veneers step-by-stepG. Franklin Shull, DMD, and Matt Roberts, AAACD, go through a case study to show how lithium disilicate restorations — in this case, IPS e.max Press — are ideal for esthetically challenging cases and can offer patients a conservative alternative. They blend seamlessly with the remaining dentition, improve esthetics, and transform the appearance of the patient’s smile. |
'Stay in the chair' dentistry delivers satisfied patients and an improved bottom lineDr. Mark Hyman talks about an injection technique that allows him and his dental team to fully control their anesthesia routine. This one simple addition to his dental practice makes an incredible difference in patient satisfaction and practice productivity. |
Restoring the difficult Class II with compositeDr. Marc Gottlieb goes through a case study of a failing amalgam and an undermined mesial buccal cusp involving a second molar, which he restored with an ABC Wedge. |
The SRR Mission Statement
Surgical-Restorative Resource™ will explore the importance of working as a team when it comes to advanced clinical dentistry.
Drs. Scott Froum and Chris Salierno bring a fresh and unique perspective to the world of implants, restorations, and other dental-surgical procedures. We will explore the interdisciplinary relationships of different specialties when working on advanced cases, as well as delve into the restorative-dental lab relationship.
You will get an insider's look at treatment planning, case studies, product training, continuing-education courses, news, and interviews with top clinicians in the dental profession.
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Team Treatment Planning Articles
Periodontal abscess, endodontic abscess, or a combination: How to decipherTreatment of perio-endo lesions requires a multidisciplinary collaboration between the endodontist, periodontist, and restorative dentist. Dr. Erik Gonzalez says proper diagnosis and treatment is of utmost importance if we are to give the affected tooth a hopeful prognosis. He begins by examining the various classifications of lesions. |
Inflammation of the gingiva: The other reasons besides the obviousGingival inflammation is usually attributed to bacterial-induced gingivitis and/or periodontitis. Although bleeding is most often caused by this etiology, there can be other systemic issues at work. Oral pathologist Denise A. Trochesset, DDS, dissects the most common diseases or disorders that may be involved under the category desquamative gingivitis. |
The power of preparation: How to ensure proper gingival zenith position for a single dental implant restorationSimply put, preparation creates success. Dr. Adamo Notarantonio says there are three things you must focus on as you prepare for success in anterior implant esthetics: proper planning, placement, and the provisional. |
Hygiene Articles >
A nonsurgical approach to tissue management: Education is keySarah Robinson, RDH, discusses the role of dental hygienists in gingival tissue management. Treatment first begins at the patient level, by educating the patient on the importance of arresting the infection and stopping the progression of the pathogens that cause periodontal disease. |
The link between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease: A brief overviewWhile there may be a lack of evidence for a causative relationship between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease, current knowledge supports an association between periodontal disease and atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases and a reduction in local periodontal inflammation after periodontal therapy. Dr. Caroline Rubino reviews the literature discussing the correlation between periodontal and cardiovascular diseases. |
Ergonomics and dental hygiene: It's all in how you say itSometimes when you begin dental treatment, the patient will balk at having the operatory chair repositioned so far back. Judy Bendit, RDH, BS, offers a different perspective on how to make both you AND your patient more comfortable every time. |
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Complications Articles >
What makes a clinical dental case complex?Dr. Gregory Tarantola suggests discussing the complex issues involved in clinical dentistry cases with patients before beginning treatment. He says, “When issues are discussed ahead of time, it is a diagnosis. When they are discussed after the fact, it tends to look like an excuse, which can erode the trust we have worked so hard to build.” |
The top 10 Surgical-Restorative Resource articles in 2012 for clinical dentistryHere is a readers' compilation of the top 10 clinical dentistry articles from Surgical-Restorative Resource™ in 2012. |
The wrong way to restore an implantHow do you come along behind another dentist who improperly restored an implant and fix his or her mistakes? Surgical-Restorative Resource Co-Editor Dr. Chris Salierno goes through a case study on a new patient who presented with this problem and explains what he does to make it right. |
