The placement of implants at the time of tooth extraction has several clinical advantages, such as preservation of the alveolar ridge width and height and reduction of the restorative treatment time. ..
The importance of obturating materials is vital in Endodontics. The formation of a hermetic seal during the obturation of the root canal is the key to a successful outcome. A number of obturat ..
Endodontic treatment is aimed at chemo-mechanically minimizing microorganisms, inactivating their by-products, and optimally sealing the canal space to prevent future decontamination. Shaping for ..
Each stage of root canal treatment should be carried out to the highest possible standard. The access cavity is arguably the most important technical stage, as subsequent preparation of the root canal ..
Treatment options of TMD can be complex, requiring both non-surgical and surgical care and could involve multiple specialties working together. Evaluation and treatment is time-intensive and requi ..
The assessment of patients with a history of signs and symptoms of TMD should be carried out with great caution. The clinician must always eliminate the patient’s pain and dysfunction before ini ..
TMDs can present with a multitude of signs and symptoms, which can sometimes be confusing to both the patient and clinician. In this course, we discuss recent advances in the etiology, diagnosis a ..
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) maintains normal functions such as mastication, speech, esthetics, and overall well being. And only through the knowledge of this joint, its anatomy, and function ..
The science of dentistry is incredibly important, but sometimes the art of communication gets lost when we are too laser-focused on the clinical aspects of dentistry. Our patients want to be heard ..
The goal of modern dentistry is to return patients to oral health in a predictable fashion. The science of osseointegration has widened the scope of treatment options for edentulous patients. ..
Bone augmentation for dental implants is sometimes necessary when a patient does not have enough bone available to properly anchor the screw or other implant hardware. Dental bone augmentation inc ..
Rehabilitation of missing teeth with dental implant-supported restorations has become a probable treatment option in dentistry. Ridge augmentation procedures are applied to increase in the volume ..