Dear Restoratives Insider,
A newly developed resin core material appears to be stronger than existing dual-cure composites for restorations, according to a study in Dental Materials Journal. The material showed sufficient bond strength with both light and dark curing. Read Assistant Editor Theresa Pablos' Insider Exclusive.
In other Restoratives Community news, when Dr. Mark J. Fleming graduated from dental school, fewer materials were available for restorations. Now, with multiple material options and chairside CAD/CAM technology, the practice of dentistry and how to best serve your patients have changed. In this interview with DrBicuspid.com, Dr. Fleming describes the evolution of materials and technologies that have improved restorative options for dentists. Read our interview with him here.
Dr. Timothy Kosinski's two-part series illustrates techniques that can make crown removal, extraction, and grafting more reliable and efficient. In part one, he discusses his treatment philosophy and crown removal. In part two, he discusses extractions and graft options.
Nanomaterials that kill bacteria and remineralize teeth can be used to make better dental composites, according to a new study in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces. The unique properties of nanomaterials can be incorporated into primers, adhesives, and composites to make them bioactive. Read Features Editor Donna Domino's article here.
The evolution of restorative dental technologies, materials, and imaging is more than just a history of drilling and filling, according to Dr. Douglas M. Schulz. With new materials and technology have come changes in practice time management, patient convenience, and marketing opportunities. Read our interview with him here.
