Function and esthetics are more inextricably linked than you might think. As the research and practical understanding of occlusion increases, we continue to see that achieving a beautiful smile goes hand in hand with influencing healthier function. The occlusal relationship cannot be ignored. Occlusal Relationship and Esthetics Dental occlusion has been considered a controversial topic […]
Ivoclar IPS e.max is a state-of-the-art restorative material utilized in several applications with great success. The following case documents the results that were achieved with my last reconstruction. Gear up for patient satisfaction and a gorgeous cut back/layered ceramic outcome! Case #24: e.max Rehabilitation, Cut Back, and Layered Ceramic Clinician: Dr. Will Lacey, Durango, CO When the […]
Function and aesthetics don’t have to be either/or in dentistry. Sometimes, it can seem like the challenge to strike an equal balance between the two is impossible for certain cases. When patients have their heart set on aesthetics, yet they have much more pressing functional needs, we must find a way to meet their goals while improving […]
The most impactful trick or technique I have learned for complex full mouth rehab cases is to do the anterior ten first, then restore the molars in a later stage of the case. by Dr. Lee Ann Brady Advantages of This Full Mouth Rehab Technique I have experienced multiple advantages with this approach. The overall result […]
As clinicians we are obligated to diagnose and present clinical findings to our patients that address decay, disease, degeneration, function; pathology of all kinds. It’s our job to present a path of treatment and therapy to prevent, cure, or treat the issues that we encounter. However, oftentimes the options we give our patients don’t meet their current […]
You never know at what point people will accept their treatment. The patient in this case was diagnosed for a full mouth rehabilitation three years before starting his treatment. Case #19: Timing of Case Acceptance for Full Mouth Rehabilitation Treatment Clinician: Dr. Mike Smith, Phoenix, AZ While we diagnose patients for treatment who exhibit clear clinical indications, […]
Often when we complete complex restorative cases, one of the components is to change the vertical dimension of occlusion. A super common question that gets asked is how much should we alter the vertical? by Dr. Lee Ann Brady In truth, the answer to that question is easy. It will be determined by placing the […]
Patients who parafunction present a significant challenge because they require precise occlusal techniques. On top of that, there is a higher likelihood they will break restorations. Read on to learn how one dentist approached a cosmetic case where parafunction posed initial complications. Case #14: Treatment Planning and Occlusion When Parafunction Exists Clinician: Dr. Eric Rouah, Toronto, Ontario-Canada […]
There are three pieces to the puzzle of patient health that determine how we move forward with occlusion. by Dr. Lee Ann Brady Patients come to us looking for answers, hoping that we will be the all-knowing person who finally reveals the source of their frustrations. Establishing Expectations In a previous “Occlusion or Delusion” post, […]
Welcome to Dr. Brady’s new ‘Occlusion or Delusion’ series. In each post, she’ll give an honest perspective on re-thinking how you deal with occlusion in your dental practice. Half of the posts will be here on Gold Dust’s blog and the other half will be featured on the Clinical Mastery Series blog. Enjoy! by Dr. […]
