There are a few steps that are covered during every trip to the dentist, including identifying the problem areas, visualizing the problem, and then eliminating the problem. But there is one infection elimination technique that dentists can incorporate into that cycle, but many do not use, according to Philip Mollica, DMD, who spoke at the Updates in Contemporary Dentistry Meeting.
Dr. Mollica told the audience in attendance that they should consider incorporating ozone into the elimination portion of their routine examination.
Resin Modified Glass Ionomer Cement: The Holy Grail of Cements?
Dental cements are a key link in the placement of laboratory-fabricated fixed prosthodontic restorations. The choices for these restorations include all-metal restorations (crowns and partial coverage); all-ceramic restorations either fabricated from feldspathic porcelain, pressed porcelain, and metal oxide; and porcelain-metal crowns. The clinician is also faced with choices for luting agents when placing posts and stainless steel crowns. It would be ideal if there was one cement that suited all clinical situations.
Dental cements are a key link in the placement of laboratory-fabricated fixed prosthodontic restorations. The choices for these restorations include all-metal restorations (crowns and partial coverage); all-ceramic restorations either fabricated from feldspathic porcelain, pressed porcelain, and metal oxide; and porcelain-metal crowns. The clinician is also faced with choices for luting agents when placing posts and stainless steel crowns. It would be ideal if there was one cement that suited all clinical situations.
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