The success of minimally invasive restoration techniques heavily depends on high-performance dental materials, which give dental practitioners more control over the process. See how universal adhesives become an excellent choice for minimally invasive restorative and repair procedures, with a case example.

by Dr Jordi Manauta, Italy.

The patient was unhappy with the results of previous orthodontic and restorative treatments and expressed a desire for a more aesthetic outcome. A diagnostic and aesthetic assessment were the first stages in the treatment of this complex case.

by Dr Walter Devoto, Italy.

A ten-year-old patient chipped his right central incisor while playing with the family cat. The case was treated during an emergency visit.
In a 10-minute procedure it was possible to aesthetically integrate the 3M™ Filtek™ Supreme Flowable Restorative into the patient’s natural tooth structure making this an effective and efficient treatment option.

by Dr David J. Clark, USA.

The ability to adapt flowable deep in the tooth is more predictable than trying to pack or inject traditional paste composites.
The problem, until now, was that bulk fill flowable composites have been particularly prone to bubbles. In my hands the new “low bubble” delivery system from 3M (3M™ Filtek™ Bulk Fill Flowable Restorative) provides a consistently bubble free bulk fill flowable composite.

Riccardo Riatti, DDS, MS,
Specialist in Orthodontics

Use of 3M™ Clarity™ Ceramic Brackets with hi-tech 3M™ Unitek™ Lateral Development Archwires and overlay intrusion arch permitted perfect control of tooth movement. It was possible to expand arches in a controlled manner, reducing negative buccal corridors and to open the bite without mandibular posterior rotation.

Jeremiah Sturgill, DMD, MPH, DHEd

In many situations, a hybrid appliance therapy can marry the biomechanical needs of the orthodontist and the esthetic needs of the patient. This case shows how the 3M™ Incognito™ Appliance System, 3M™ Victory Series™ Brackets, and 3M™ Unitek™ Temporary Anchorage Device (TAD) System can be utilized to treat a challenging clinical case esthetically.

Kirk R. Davies, DDS, MS

APC Flash-Free Adhesive answers the question, “If I could improve one thing about the bonding procedure to make life easier, what would it be?”

Patrice Pellerin, DMD, Cert.
Ortho. FICD, FIADFE

Class II, deep overbite with retrusive mandible, upper peg left lateral

Omur Polat-Ozsoy, DDS, Ph.D.

Lingual orthodontics using customized appliances offers the most esthetic solution to treat all kinds of malocclusions in adults, with full 3D control of the dentition and complete invisibility. This case demonstrates the treatment of an adult Class III patient with a particular emphasis on smile esthetics.

Dr Fred Calavassy B.D.S. F.I.C.D. (2015)

In this clinical case Dr Fred Calavassy, demonstrates the use of a direct Bulk Fill composite resin, proving handy hints for success.

Dr John Burgess, DDS, PhD - 12.04.15

“We’ve told everyone to build-up resin restorations in 2mm increments for years and now all of a sudden, we’re saying 4mm is OK...”. An interview with Dr John Burgess.

Bas Loomans, DDS, PhD - 12.04.15

The replacement of defective restorations is a dental treatment that is carried out quite frequently. However, in many cases requires a challenging extension of the preparation.

Reinhard Hickel, DDS, PhD - 12.04.15

For practicability of repair techniques in the dental practice detailed criteria are needed to distinguish between failed restorations which have to be replaced and those that can be repaired.

Prof. Dr. Mutlu Özcan, DDS, PhD - 12.04.15

Repair procedures employing adhesive technologies are more cost and time efficient and lead to a reduced iatrogenic damage; therefore, such actions should be undertaken wherever appropriate.

Dr. Nils van Calcar, DDS, PhD - 12.04.15

The following case report illustrates a simple approach to lifelike composite restorations using a putty index and the aesthetic layering principle.

Prof. Dr. Claus-Peter Ernst, DDS, PhD - 12.04.15

Chairside restorations of a complete quadrant are challenging especially in cases where a complex cusp build-up is required in several teeth. See Dr. Ernst approach.

Frank Tussing, DDS, PhD - 12.04.15

Producing a precisely fitting restoration - why high hydrophilicity of the material is of great importance together with its hardness.

by Dr. Paulo Monteiro Previously published: January 2016 - Styleitaliano.org May 2016 - NSW Dentist (ADA)

Dr Monteiro describes a conservative direct composite resin approach to successfully restoring failing anterior composite resins in a young female patient. Application of the Styleitaliano technique offers predictability in aesthetic outcomes and a happy patient.

by Dr. Kazuhisa Matsumoto, Japan Date of Original: April 2012 - Espertise Magazine

In this case, Dr Matsumoto highlights the effects of Dentinal Hypersensivity, he demonstrates preventive treatment options available for immediate relief & aesthetically pleasing results.

by Dr. Jacqueline Esch Date of Original: September 2014 - Espertise Magazine

In this case, Dr Esch demonstrates how the clinical application of Clinpro Sealant on a high caries risk patient can be an effective method of caries prevention.

by Dr. Rakesh Jivan Date of Original: April 2012 - Espertise Magazine

In this case, Dr Jivan depicts the simple & easy application of Clinpro™ White Varnish in dentinal hypersenitivity with immediate pain relief and aesthetic results.

by Dr. Dylan Yung Date of Original: 2014 - 3M Australia

In this case, Dr. Young shows a simple step by step guide to successful posterior restorations using a simplified layering technique, utilising only two shades.

by 3M Oral Care. Published September 1st, 2015.

Explore aesthetic treatment for extraction cases, a study of bond failure rates, TAD assisted distalisation, and targeted mechanics with CAD/CAM.

by 3M Oral Care. Published May 1st, 2015.

Discover aesthetic treatment options, see the latest improvements in buccal tubes, and get more efficient treatment with the articles in this issue.

by 3M Oral Care.Published May 1st, 2016.

The May 2016 issue highlights four cases using Clarity™ ADVANCED Ceramic Brackets and looks at the advantages of SmartClip™ SL3 Brackets with improved clips.

by 3M Oral Care.Published October 1st, 2016.

In this issue, authors from around the globe, sharing cases which show treatment with aesthetic Clarity™ ADVANCED Ceramic Brackets and Incognito™ Lingual Brackets, 3M™ Self-Ligating Brackets and Forsus™ Class II Correctors.

by 3M Oral Care.Published April 30th, 2017

Read the latest issue of the 3M Orthodontic Perspectives Innova news and gain access to a wide selection of relevant and interesting case studies and articles on orthodontic products and treatment options.

See how to stabilise complex restorative cases with Single Shade Composites. See a clinical case to learn how using a single shade of composite in a restorative procedure allows the clinician to focus on the tooth's shape, which is critical to the final esthetic outcome.

When there is a need for restoration in the upper anterior region of a patient with particularly high aesthetic demands, many dental practitioners prefer indirect over direct restorative techniques because of higher predictability and easy handling of the materials inside the mouth. See how to achieve beautiful results with little effort using direct composite materials.