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March 06, 2020

Saving treatment time in direct posterior procedures.

by Dr Tommaso Brunelli, Italy

A laborious cusp-by-cusp build-up of a posterior tooth’s occlusal anatomy can now be replaced by a one-step procedure using high-viscosity bulk fill materials like 3M Filtek One Bulk Fill Restorative.

03/06/2020 Direct composites,filtek,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Saving treatment time in direct posterior procedures.
July 03, 2020

Composite or ceramic? Factors to consider.

by Dr Ajay Juneja, Dubai

When choosing between direct composite and indirect ceramic restorations, consider three crucial factors: aesthetic expectations, the financial investment the patient is willing to make, and the time available for treatment.

07/03/2020 Direct composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Composite or ceramic? Factors to consider.
June 01, 2018

Digital Smile Design and 3M™ Clarity™ ADVANCED Ceramic Brackets: the perfect synergy

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.

06/01/2018 Orthodontics Digital Smile Design and 3M™ Clarity™ ADVANCED Ceramic Brackets: the perfect synergy
June 01, 2018

A hybrid approach: Maximizing esthetics in a complex occlusion

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.

06/01/2018 Orthodontics A hybrid approach: Maximizing esthetics in a complex occlusion
June 01, 2018

My experience with 3M™ APC™ Adhesive

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?”

06/01/2018 ,Orthodontics My experience with 3M™ APC™ Adhesive
June 01, 2018

Successful treatment outcomes using 3M™ Clarity™ ADVANCED Brackets

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

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

06/01/2018 ,Orthodontics Successful treatment outcomes using 3M™ Clarity™ ADVANCED Brackets
June 01, 2018

Improvement of the smile of a Class III adult patient using customized lingual appliance

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.

06/01/2018 Orthodontics Improvement of the smile of a Class III adult patient using customized lingual appliance
May 05, 2016

Simplifying Posterior Restorations:A Direct Bulk Fill Composite Resin Placement case

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.

05/05/2016 Direct Simplifying Posterior Restorations:A Direct Bulk Fill Composite Resin Placement case
March 30, 2016

4 is the new 2: Bulk fill composites continue to evolve precise restorations

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.

03/30/2016 Direct 4 is the new 2: Bulk fill composites continue to evolve precise restorations
February 25, 2016

Repair Versus Replacement (1/3).Repair of Composite Restorations.

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.

02/25/2016 Direct Repair Versus Replacement (1/3).Repair of Composite Restorations.
March 02, 2016

Repair or Replacement (2/3).Recommendations based on scientific and clinical evidence.

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.

03/02/2016 Direct Repair or Replacement (2/3).Recommendations based on scientific and clinical evidence.
March 21, 2016

When to repair and when to replace (3/3).Objective intervention criteria are needed.

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.

03/21/2016 Direct When to repair and when to replace (3/3).Objective intervention criteria are needed.
April 12, 2016

Aesthetic layering principle for beautiful anterior restorations.

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.

04/12/2016 Direct Aesthetic layering principle for beautiful anterior restorations.
March 11, 2016

Combination of Indirect & Direct.Restorations in One Quadrant.

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.

03/11/2016 Direct,Indirect Combination of Indirect & Direct.Restorations in One Quadrant.
June 09, 2016

How to lay the foundation for precise restorations.

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.

06/09/2016 Indirect How to lay the foundation for precise restorations.
September 16, 2016

Perfecting aesthetic techniques for replacing anterior class IV restorations.

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.

09/16/2016 Direct Perfecting aesthetic techniques for replacing anterior class IV restorations.
September 27, 2016

Immediate relief of dentinal hypersensitivity.

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.

09/27/2016 Preventive Immediate relief of dentinal hypersensitivity.
October 12, 2016

Protection of permanent molars with fissure sealant.

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.

10/12/2016 Preventive Protection of permanent molars with fissure sealant.
October 25, 2016

Treatment of Dentine Hypersensitivity.

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.

10/25/2016 Preventive Treatment of Dentine Hypersensitivity.
November 01, 2016

Aesthetic Posterior Restoration made easy.

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.

11/01/2016 Direct Aesthetic Posterior Restoration made easy.
September 01, 2015

Orthodontic Perspectives Innova Vol. XXII, No. 2.

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.

09/01/2015 Orthodontics Orthodontic Perspectives Innova Vol. XXII, No. 2.
May 01, 2015

Orthodontic Perspectives Innova Vol. XXII, No. 1.

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.

05/01/2015 Orthodontics Orthodontic Perspectives Innova Vol. XXII, No. 1.
May 01, 2016

Orthodontic Perspectives Innova Vol. XXIII, No. 1.

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.

05/01/2016 Orthodontics Orthodontic Perspectives Innova Vol. XXIII, No. 1.
October 01, 2016

Orthodontic Perspectives Innova Vol. XXIII, No. 2.

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.

10/01/2016 Orthodontics Orthodontic Perspectives Innova Vol. XXIII, No. 2.
April 30, 2017

Innova, Vol. XXIV, No. 1.

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.

04/30/2017 Orthodontics Innova, Vol. XXIV, No. 1.
November 05, 2019

Non-invasive restorative treatment of a discoloured.

by Dr Paulo Moteriro, Portugal.

A 40-year-old male patient was unhappy with the discolouration on his maxillary right lateral incisor that appeared after endodontic treatment. An internal bleaching treatment had not resulted in the desired outcome, so a restorative treatment was needed to obtain a tooth shade similar to that of the adjacent teeth.

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November 05, 2019

Direct composite veneers: optimising the smile after orthodontic treatment.

by Dr Paulo Moteriro, Portugal.

A 35-year-old female patient presented with an enamel defect after completing orthodontic treatment. The defect affected the buccal surfaces of her maxillary anterior teeth and she wanted to improve the aesthetic appearance of these teeth. The patient asked for a solution that not only covered the defects, but also made the teeth appear whiter. She already had undergone a home-bleaching treatment. Based on three different treatment options presented, the patient selected a direct composite veneer approach.

11/05/2019 Direct composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Direct composite veneers: optimising the smile after orthodontic treatment.
November 05, 2019

Solving aesthetic issues in the anterior region with composite.

by Dr Paulo Moteriro, Portugal.

A 50-year-old male patient presented for professional tooth cleaning. He had deep erosive lesions affecting the vestibular aspects of his maxillary central incisors, which he did not consider an issue. Nevertheless, the team informed him about the options to improve the aesthetics and protect the remaining tooth structure. The patient agreed to carry out a home-bleaching treatment followed by a direct restorative treatment with composite.

11/05/2019 ,Direct composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Solving aesthetic issues in the anterior region with composite.
January 10, 2020

Bonding to MIH-affected teeth still a mystery.

by Dr Nobert Kramer, Germany.

Investigations are currently underway to solve the problem of bonding MIH-affected enamel in restorative treatment. The current clinical recommendation is to extend cavity preparations into healthy tooth enamel for long-term success.

01/10/2020 ,Direct composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Bonding to MIH-affected teeth still a mystery.
February 03, 2020

Cure quality a key factor to long-term restoration success.

by Dr Paulo Moteriro, Portugal

How well your light-curing device performs greatly impacts the success of your restorations – as well as the rate of failure – making it important to check your unit on a regular basis.

02/03/2020 Dental,Oral Care composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Cure quality a key factor to long-term restoration success.
August 26, 2019

Midline diastema closure using the front wing technique.

by Dr Walter Devoto, Italy.

A 35-year-old female patient expressed a desire to optimise existing composite restorations on her maxillary central incisors, which had been placed 15 years previously to close her diastema. Then, a silicone key had been used for guidance. No tooth preparation was carried out, as the composite was bonded to the tooth structure.

08/26/2019 composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal Midline diastema closure using the front wing technique.
September 16, 2019

It’s all about the shape: Direct Anterior Solutions.

by Dr Jordi Manauta, Italy.

The main challenge in this case was to create a naturallooking, anatomically correct tooth shape. To simplify the procedure, we used an anterior matrix system and 3M™ Filtek™ Universal Restorative, because it was designed for the single-shade technique, and has great modeling properties and a chameleon effect for good optical integration.

09/16/2019 composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal It’s all about the shape: Direct Anterior Solutions.
September 23, 2019

Prescriptive and predictable black triangle treatment.

by Dr Jihyon Kim, US.

The patient presented unaesthetic black triangles in the upper anterior and lower anterior sextants. He had recently completed orthodontic treatment to address the black triangles and was disappointed that the orthodontic treatment actually worsened the aesthetic dilemma. He was looking for a conservative solution to close his black triangles.

09/23/2019 composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Prescriptive and predictable black triangle treatment.
October 07, 2019

21st-century Class III restoration using a Bioclear® Matrix with injection molding.

by Dr Richard Young, US.

The challenge in this case was maintaining the beautiful contours of the anterior tooth’s natural structure, and matching the dentition. 3M™ Filtek™ Universal Restorative along with a Bioclear® Matrix were used to restore this complex Class III so that it would be virtually unnoticeable.

10/07/2019 composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear 21st-century Class III restoration using a Bioclear® Matrix with injection molding.
April 01, 2020

Redesigning composite use in restorative procedures.

by Dr Jean Madden, USA.

The Bioclear method, an alternative to classical cavity preparation design in direct composite restorations, is a repeatable technique that aims to repair the tooth with a compression joint instead of restoring it.

04/01/2020 ,Dental Oral Care composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Redesigning composite use in restorative procedures.
May 02, 2020

Visual planning leads to diastema closure success.

by Dr Ana Andres, Spain.

To achieve successful diastema closures with direct composite, precise planning is needed. This can be achieved by using photographs to analyse the tooth dimensions and visually design the planned restoration.

05/02/2020 composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Visual planning leads to diastema closure success.
June 05, 2020

Taking the guesswork out of direct anterior restoration procedures.

by Dr Vilhelm Gretar Olasfsson, DDS, MS, Iceland

The dual-layer technique improves direct anterior restoration procedures by giving practitioners control over each layer’s shape and thickness, making it easier to deliver a symmetrical and beautiful treatment outcome.

06/05/2020 Direct composites,filtek,non,invasive,minimally,restoration,smile,front,theeth,simple,bulk filling adhesives bonding,filtek universal,black triangle,bioclear Taking the guesswork out of direct anterior restoration procedures.