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Steve Campbell is the Dental Laboratories Association (DLA) Immediate Past President, and managing director at Nexus Dental Laboratory. He discusses the key challenges faced by technicians in the dental lab, and the impact of new dental technology on workflows: The main challenge we come up against with regards to scanning in the dental lab […]
The modern dental lab faces many challenges when it comes to meeting day-to-day time constraints. With patients expecting ever-faster results, it can be challenging for dental professionals to meet their needs. Growing demand for precision and fast turnround from dental labs has made increased accuracy and efficiency a major goal for dental technicians. There are […]
As the landscape of dentistry continues to change, many clinicians are reflecting on their current workflows. Digital technology will impact many clinicians’ professional lives now and in the future. As such, it is important to consider the fundamentals of endodontic diagnosis, case assessment, and treatment planning. Digital tools may assist clinicians in these areas in […]
Vertical root fracture (VRF) is a leading cause of tooth loss, especially in endodontically treated teeth.[i] Different to cracks, which may just be coronal, VRFs extend through the pulp to the roots. In my clinical experience, VRF is becoming a more common reason for tooth loss. Preventing the next tooth loss epidemic This more […]
Traditionally, pulp sensibility tests have helped form the basis of clinical endodontic diagnoses. During an examination, the clinician performs tests to elicit a response from the patient. This indicates whether they may have clinical signs of pulpitis/pulp necrosis. These tests have been used for many years, and have a place in modern endodontics. However, […]
Occlusion affects everything dental professionals do. Even the smallest procedures can have an impact on occlusion. In recent years, popularity of digital dental technology has increased. This has led to the wider use of intraoral scanners, with the hope of improving quality. But this technology may not always produce the desired result.[i] Achieving […]
