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Preparing for success: Cavity preps and the best tools for long-lasting restorations
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Preparing for success: Cavity preps and the best tools for long-lasting restorations

Patterson DentalPatterson Dental Patterson DentalApril 12, 2022April 12, 2022

As the first step in the restoration process, cavity preparations are only as successful as the technique and tools used for each application. Here are the steps and tools needed for cavity prep success.

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How do CEREC Tessera blocks optimize single-visit dentistry?
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How do CEREC Tessera blocks optimize single-visit dentistry?

Sponsored PostSponsored Post Sponsored PostFebruary 9, 2022February 14, 2022

Advanced materials science is changing single-visit dentistry. CEREC Tessera blocks, made of high-performance ceramic material, are the latest example.

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Fuji Legacy “Evolves”
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Fuji Legacy “Evolves”

Sponsored PostSponsored Post Sponsored PostSeptember 2, 2021September 2, 2021

In the world of so many generations of materials and multiple clinical approaches, how to properly seat a restoration for clinical success and longevity can be quite a dilemma. Choosing the proper cement for each application has become a much more complicated process. Here’s what to look for in a resin-modified glass ionomer cement.

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Perfecting the Art of Radiant, Long-Lasting Restorations
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Perfecting the Art of Radiant, Long-Lasting Restorations

Sponsored PostSponsored Post Sponsored PostJuly 27, 2021July 28, 2021

Performing beautiful, lifelike restorations requires a tremendous amount of skill, expertise and attention to detail. See how Artisan by Kerr can help you achieve radiant results that last.

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What Will CEREC Tessera Blocks Mean for Your Practice, Patients and Team?
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What Will CEREC Tessera Blocks Mean for Your Practice, Patients and Team?

Sponsored PostSponsored Post Sponsored PostMarch 16, 2021February 9, 2022

When choosing a CEREC block to work with, given all the choices on the table, it’s important to carefully assess each characteristic of the material in relation to how those attributes will best serve you, your team, and of course, your patients.

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Dental Product Shopper Product Evaluation: Patterson Primary Molar Stainless Steel Crowns
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Dental Product Shopper Product Evaluation: Patterson Primary Molar Stainless Steel Crowns

Patterson DentalPatterson Dental Patterson DentalFebruary 10, 2021February 10, 2021

With the importance of performing pediatric dental procedures quickly in mind, a recent evaluation in Dental Product Shopper looked at durability, fit, ease of placement, practice benefits and overall satisfaction of Patterson Primary Molar Stainless Steel Crowns.

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A Conservative and Esthetic Approach to Anterior Restorations
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A Conservative and Esthetic Approach to Anterior Restorations

Patterson DentalPatterson Dental Patterson DentalOctober 20, 2020October 20, 2020

A break in the “normal” routine has presented clinicians with an opportunity to revisit common elective procedures that patients will request upon their return. If there’s a less invasive way to achieve highly esthetic results in the anterior, now is an ideal time to explore those techniques and revamp your material armamentarium.

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Simplify Restorations with SimpliShade from Kerr
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Simplify Restorations with SimpliShade from Kerr

Patterson DentalPatterson Dental Patterson DentalAugust 12, 2020August 11, 2020

As dental practices get comfortable operating in the “new normal,” the burden of wearing—and storing—extra PPE and time spent disinfecting operatories between patients continues to be a challenge. To meet these challenges, dentists are looking for new ways to save valuable chair time and streamline inventory management.

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OnTarget Highlight: Restoring and Preserving Tooth Structure
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OnTarget Highlight: Restoring and Preserving Tooth Structure

Patterson DentalPatterson Dental Patterson DentalJuly 22, 2020August 3, 2020

What if you could restore teeth by regrowing dentin and enamel? Although that technology remains the province of science fiction for now, bioactive restorative materials that do more than just take up space already do exist, and have for more than 40 years.

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Six Steps To Maximize CEREC Profit Potential
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Six Steps To Maximize CEREC Profit Potential

Alex NozdrinAlex Nozdrin Alex NozdrinNovember 9, 2015November 13, 2015
Investments run deep in your practice: the best staff, the most efficient operations, and more advanced technology. If part of this effort involves CEREC, you understand patients aren’t the only...
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Troubleshooting Your Posterior Composite Technique – Look Before You Leap!
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Troubleshooting Your Posterior Composite Technique – Look Before You Leap!

Doug LambertDoug Lambert Doug LambertDecember 10, 2014December 9, 2014
It has been over 40 years since direct posterior composite resins were introduced as an alternative to metallic restorations, most specifically amalgams. During that time, they have been met with...
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How CEREC helps one dentist practice dentistry his way
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How CEREC helps one dentist practice dentistry his way

Paul Guggenheim - President, Patterson DentalPaul Guggenheim - President, Patterson Dental Paul Guggenheim - President, Patterson DentalJuly 1, 2014July 1, 2014
When Mark W. Heidebrecht, DDS, started his practice, Gentility Dentistry in Wichita, Kan., he wanted to create an atmosphere that supports good dentistry. “I really want to do what’s best...
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