Maintaining robust periodontal health is a crucial aspect of large subgingival restorations. Especially when faced with challenges such as increased plaque accumulation, difficult access or inflammation. While proper finishing and polishing of the restoration’s margins helps minimize plaque accumulation...
Precision and accuracy are of utmost importance when it comes to interproximal reductions. Hence, it is crucial that you have the right tools at your disposal. Interproximal Gauges are must-haves in the context of any interproximal procedure and are...
One of the useful instruments when shaping and contouring restorative materials (particularly light-cured composite on anterior teeth) is the Transparent Stopstrip. This transparent anterior strip has integrated stops and can be positioned and fastened safely – providing the possibility...
Dental hand instruments are used for a multitude of dental procedures, including restorations. Some of the most fundamental ones for your practice are introduced below: 1) Plugger/Carver/Mini Spatula This instrument is primarily a contact former – creating interdental tight...
No inspection for occlusal interferences is complete without the use of Articulating Paper. It is essential for checking newly finished restorations and adjusting the occlusion of a patient in order to maximize their comfort and overall oral health. There...
There’s nothing more fitting to perform deep margin elevations on anterior and posterior teeth than the Gergis DME Matrices. They come in two sizes, with each pack including 20 pieces that are made from stainless steel and are 0.05 mm...
If you're looking for a reliable tool to isolate the approximate surfaces of adjacent teeth in type II restorations, Lug Matrices are an excellent choice. With an extensive range of sizes available, these stainless steel matrices will provide complete engagement...
When presented with a case of an adult patient whose teeth are too crowded to accurately straighten them, an interproximal reduction (IPR) of the enamel would usually be any dentist’s next step. This very common orthodontic procedure places an important...
An upgraded version of the standard Tor VM discs that are more balanced in terms of performance – the Gold Ocher Series Discs – has arrived. This series includes the following four types of discs: Coarse Discs for Gross...
