Vol.4 No.2 - May/June 2010
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Continuing Education
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Caries Management in the Dental Practice
A Systematic Approach to Endodontic Diagnosis
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Implant Overdentures for Edentulous Patients: A New Standard of Care for Edentulous Patients--Current Concepts and Techniques
While most implant-based treatment has historically focused on fixed prosthetic tooth replacement, the multitude of benefits to the edentulous population from implant overdentures is overwhelming in improved function, emotional stability, physical health, and esthetics. Although there still remains a lack of consistency in techniques, prosthetic design, and attachment systems, these aspects have been proven less important to successful outcomes than once thought. This article presents a simplified approach to patient evaluation, treatment planning decisions, attachment selection, and technique. |
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March/April 2010 |
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Xerostomia: Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Management
The article summarizes the common causes, clinical presentation, and complications of xerostomia and salivary gland hypofunction in the geriatric population and discusses the various management options. |
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Biomedical and Dental Waste Management: An Essential Component of Asepsis in Dental Clinics
Proper handling of biomedical and dental waste management materials is an essential responsibility for the dental profession. Following the rules set forth by the Biomedical Waste Management under the Environment (Protection) Act is mandatory in India. Not only is this vital for protecting the environment but it also helps safeguard human health. The authors propose a simplified classification using the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. This system focuses on which materials can be hazardous, the importance of handling these materials, and the best practices for recycling and safe disposal. |
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The Material Science of Minimally Invasive Esthetic Restorations
The term esthetic dentistry usually conjures up mental images of porcelain crowns and veneers. To some dentists, the term minimally invasive dentistry evokes thoughts of observing early lesions and postponing treatment until lesions are closer to
the pulp. (The World Congress of Minimally Invasive Dentistry defines minimally invasive dentistry as those techniques which respect health, function, and esthetics of oral tissue by preventing disease from occurring, or intercepting its progress with minimal
tissue loss.) It would seem these two niches within dentistry are on opposite ends of the spectrum; however, composite resin and glass ionomer restorative materials unite these two ideologies. Understanding the limitations, benefits, and science behind each
material allows clinicians to produce highly esthetic restorations that can resist future decay, internally remineralize the tooth, and help protect adjacent teeth from cariogenic attack.
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Oral Health Means More Than Just Healthy Teeth
Dental practitioners have witnessed a decrease in caries among their patients over the past 30 years due to preventive measures and fluoridation. Yet rampant caries exists among specific groups, such as children, young adults, elderly patients, and individuals living below the poverty level. This article will explore the relationship between unhealthy eating and drinking habits and the development of multiple morbidities including obesity, type 2 diabetes, caries, and dental erosion. The power that education and counseling have on the health of patients is emphasized. |
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Restoration of the Endodontically Treated Tooth
The decision making for the type of restoration required to treat an endodontically treated tooth should be based on multiple factors. Critical in the concept of the restorative management of the endodontically treated tooth are control of microleakage by establishing a coronal seal, having an adequate biologic width of the periodontium, and the development of a ferrule in the placement of a definitive restoration. Consideration also must be given to whether the endodontically treated tooth will need a post. To place a post in a root canal, an apical seal of 4 mm to 5 mm of gutta-percha must be maintained. The length of the post space should be at least one half of the root length. Endodontic posts can be classified into two groups: (1) custom-made, laboratory fabricated, and (2) prefabricated direct placement. While posts are used extensively in the restoration of the endodontically treated tooth, their use should be limited to those clinical cases in which the core needs to be retained by the post A major risk when using post systems to restore endodontically treated teeth is that of vertical root
fracture. Concepts based on evidence presented in this article provide guidance when selecting the technique that will be used when restoring endodontically treated teeth.
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Fiber-Reinforcing Materials for Dental Resins
A new class of materials designed for reinforcing dental resins has been introduced. These products are fiber-reinforcing ropes, braids, ribbons, and bundled fibers. Clinicians and researchers have investigated the embedding of these fiber-reinforcement materials into dental resins and found that they provided for an increase in certain physical properties and for more durable tooth stabilization. Clinical research supports using these materials as long-term provisional restorations. Correct patient selection and proper treatment planning will ensure success with fiber-reinforcing materials. |
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The Role of Efficiency in Endodontic Care
In this article, the author will define efficiency as a clinical concept and discuss its application to the practice of modern endodontics. Given a specific standard, there are more- and less-efficient ways to achieve such results. Efficiency uses technical systems to achieve the desired standard of care faster. Performing procedures efficiently is not only a matter of office productivity; it is also a matter of responsible patient service. Efficiency in diagnosis, anesthesia, access, irrigation, instrumentation, and obturation is discussed. The simpler and more efficiently this healthy foundation can be achieved, the faster patients can heal and benefit from endodontic service. |
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Fluoride-Releasing Materials and Their Adhesive Characteristics
This article discusses fluoride-releasing materials, including their caries-inhibiting properties and clinical longevity, as well as provides useful application tips. Based on results from clinical trials, there is growing evidence that fluoride-releasing materials, particularly glass ionomers, reduce the occurrence of recurrent caries. As such, they should be employed—especially in the case of high caries-risk patients—as part of an overall treatment plan for maximum care. |
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Simplifying the Cementation Protocol
Predictable tissue retraction and adhesive dentistry can be laborious and tedious tasks for many dental professionals. Putty or paste tissue retraction has significantly improved the ability to achieve tissue management in less time in the most difficult situations. Self-etching, dual-cure resin cements offer the clinician a simplified technique to cement non-metal restorations with little to no sensitivity and significant bond strengths. |
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