Clinical tips and current research

Here's a compilation of recent clinical tips and comments about current research from Dr. Gordon Christensen ...


Current research: unique new endo system improves cleaning and shaping of canals

Clinical tip: sealants, as placed in most dental offices, need major changes

Clinical tip: new curing lights can create excessive pulpal heat!

Research: application time of adhesion systems important for success

Current research: two layers of bond material are better than one

Research: implant tooth replacement better than root resection

Research: etching enamel margins before use of self-etching primers is an acceptable procedure

Current research: metal primer increases bond of metal to resin cement

Current research: acidic agents negatively influence the surface of dental porcelains

Current research: titanium implant abutments stronger than zirconia abutments

Current research: lithium disilicate restorations serving well

Clinical tip: 6 tips to ensure success with mini implants

Current research: operatory setup for placing implants should not be an impediment

Clinical tip: how to easily remove broken abutment screws in dental implants

Clinical tip: how to make crown lengthening easy

Current research: sealants recommended only for apparently noncarious teeth

Current research: flowable resins vary significantly in radiopacity

Current research: new findings on crown preparation ferrule needs

Current research: how to produce increased bond to enamel with self-etch bonding agents

Current research: zirconia implant abutments can use further research

Current research: you need an air-polishing device (air slurry polisher) for more than you think!