Technique Tips

Active lingual retainer

Moisture control and isolation should be maintained throughout the procedure..

Options for temporization in the aesthetic zone after implant fixture placement

Removable partial dentures have the benefit of allowing easier access to the implant site for suture removal, placement of a trans-mucosal abutment, impression-taking and placement of the definitive...

The importance of a bitewing radiograph in the endodontic assessment of posterior teeth

A thorough clinical and radiographic assessment of a posterior tooth is essential prior to embarking on endodontic treatment. This is especially important when the tooth is restored with a large...

The use of extra-coronal restorations in the correction of malaligned teeth

When crowns and veneers are electively utilized to improve cosmetic appearance the co-morbidities are significant. One problem that requires specific attention is pulpal damage (Figure 1). Felton and...

Greenstick modification of dentures prior to the replica technique: ‘how we do it’

An assessment of the existing dentures in relation to the denture-bearing tissues should be made to assess the adequacy of the extension fully and identify areas of deficiency..

Incisal tips

A 28-year-old male presented with generalized moderate toothwear of erosive and attritive origin (Figures 1 and 2). Having identified the aetiology and completed a course of preventive treatment,...

‘Richmond crown technique’ – a newer approach for re-attachment

Advantages of the ‘Richmond Crown Technique’ for re-attachment:.