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The Catapult Group and Key Opinion Leaders review this pulp capping material and liner. 

REVIEW: Bisco's TheraCal LC will 'replace current lining, pulp capping material

Bisco’s DUO-LINK composite luting cement is a dual-cured, highly filled cement and competes in a very crowded and often confusing product niche in restorative dentistry.

Key tips and feedback on Bisco’s DUO-LINK™ Composite Luting Cement

Catapult was asked to review Doxa’s new cement, Ceramir, and the question was: Is this cement different? For half the group the answer was overwhelmingly “yes.” The remainder of the group truly appreciated how easy the cement was to use and its physical properties but had issues with the delivery system because it requires a triturator.

REVIEW: This is what makes Doxa's Ceramir® Crown and Bridge different

Todd Snyder received his DDS at the UCLA School of Dentistry and trained at the F.A.C.E. institute for complex gnathological (functional) and temporomandibular joint disorders. He is the 77th Accredited Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and is a Fellow of the International Academy of Dental Facial Esthetics. He is also a member of the American Society for Dental Aesthetics and a Diplomat of the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry.

Dr Snyder has been on the faculty at UCLA where he helped create and co-direct the first (in the world) two-year graduate program in Aesthetic and Cosmetic Restorative Dentistry. He is also a member of Catapult Education and lectures both nationally and internationally on numerous aspects of dental materials, techniques, equipment, marketing, technology, and business. He is a consultant for numerous dental manufacturing companies and has been published and featured in many books and dental journals worldwide.

Dr Snyder owns a software company, a marketing company, and an online dental training program. He is also a professional race car driver and entrepreneur. He practices Cosmetic and Restorative dentistry in Laguna Niguel, California, and Las Vegas.

It’s great to have variety; it’s what makes every new day different from the last and every impression uniquely challenging. Let’s face it, we have many challenges in performing our job and taking impressions is certainly one of them. Because everyone practices differently it is nice to have options to make our tasks easier whenever possible. Impression taking is one of the more challenging tasks but the people at Clinician’s Choice are doing their best to make it easier.

REVIEW: Tray distortion eliminated with Quad-Tray Xtreme, Affinity InFlex and Light Body

Dr Daniel H Ward is in private practice in Columbus, Ohio. He served as assistant clinical professor at Ohio State University College of Dentistry for 13 years. He is a fellow in the American and International College of Dentists, a fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, and a fellow of the American Society for Dental Aesthetics. He is an associate member of the Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. Dr Ward is a member of Catapult Education, a leader in Dental Continuing Education.


Today’s shift toward all-ceramic crowns requires a more accurate impression material. Not only is it important to accurately portray the marginal area, but the tooth’s entire surface must be captured.

REVIEW: Kettenbach’s Panasil Poly-Vinyl Siloxane Impression Materials

Many clinical situations demand a provisional restoration that must serve in function for extended time. Large fixed prosthodontic cases and implant treatment are examples of situations where an easy to handle but retentive and durable temporary cement is required.  GC America has introduced Fuji TEMP LT provisional cement.

REVIEW: GC America’s Fuji TEMP LT™ has excellent handling, low film thickness

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