A 40-year-old man presented with sensitivity in tooth #4 and discomfort during mastication. Clinical examination revealed caries on the distal wall of tooth #4, extending close to the pulp chamber.

Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Key Takeaways Silver amalgam fillings can last about 15 years on average. The FDA ...

Gordon Christensen, DDS, MDS, PhD, spoke about composite restorations at the recent 2018 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting. During his well-attended lecture, Dr. Christensen gave his take on ...

Scientists have perfected hydroxyapatite, a material for mineralizing bones and teeth. By adding a complex of amino acids to hydroxyapatite, they were able to form a dental coating that replicates the ...

Ivoclar explains how the colour and light properties of natural teeth can be recreated using its composite resin products.

Dental veneers are a core procedure in cosmetic dentistry, using thin layers of porcelain or composite to address aesthetic issues like stained or chipped teeth. A key differentiator is “no-prep ...

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