Top 10 DPR Articles of 2022
These articles generated the most views over the past year.
Our top 10 articles of 2022 cover topics from bonding and chemistry to implants and crowns, and more. Although COVID-19 once again dominated last year’s coverage, this year’s top content is much more varied as masking and social distancing restrictions loosened, signaling somewhat of a return to normalcy. This year’s top picks include how lasers are transforming the practice, a report from Henry Schein Presents ThriveLive 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada, and an overview of a bioactive filler study.
What Is MDP and Why Is It an MVP for Bonding?
by Terri Lively
When it comes to universal adhesives, many universal adhesive systems have incorporated 10-methacryloyloxydecyl dihydrogen phosphate (MDP) into their primer formulation. Many clinicians know that MDP in the primer enables bonding to metal and zirconia but might not know that MDP also forms a chemical bond with calcium phosphate, the mineral phase in tooth structure. This article takes a closer look at MDP and why it is an excellent choice for bonding primers in restorative dentistry.
The Hybrid Layer: The Chemistry Lesson You Likely Forgot From Dental School
by Terri Lively
You remember the first time you had someone watching your every move as you isolated and prepared a tooth for bonding. You might even remember the technical advice. But do you remember what happens between the tooth and the material in the hybrid layer that makes adhesive dentistry possible? If not, we’ve got you covered with this article, which reviews the hybrid layer and how to optimize it to benefit the outcomes of your composite restorations.
Getting Started With Implant Overdentures
by Kellie Nock
It is important to understand each patient’s specific needs when considering denture options. Implant overdentures are a removable denture option that is fixed into the gums for edentulous patients. They are an option for patients who desire retention, stability, and function. This article explores how implant overdentures may present an effective, affordable solution for edentulous patients.
Henry Schein ThriveLive 2022 Brings 3 Days of Education and Entertainment to Las Vegas
by Noah Levine
This piece reviews Henry Schein Presents ThriveLive 2022, as attendees were treated to education about the latest industry trends, techniques, technologies, and more. Hosted in Las Vegas, Nevada, the event had performances by entertainer Wayne Newton, comedian Jim Gaffigan, and comedian/dental hygienist Carlos Rodriguez.
Supporting a Crown: Building Up Your Patient’s Core
by Terri Lively
Core buildups used to be made of amalgam. Today, dental composite resins and resin-modified glass ionomers tend to occupy the space under the crown. However, there are several types of composite resin that you could use, and even some that are specifically designed to support a crown. How do you know what to choose? Here, we look at the materials available.
5Ws* IMPRESS3D Digital Valplast
by Kellie Nock
This 5Ws article highlights the digitally designed, 3D-printed Valplast partials from IMPRESS3D. IMPRESS3D uses patent-pending processes to ensure the strongest bond between the teeth and the partial denture. Proprietary software from IMPRESS3D enables dentists to sign up, upload, and submit a case in under 3 minutes and receive a fully finished, high-quality Valplast partial requiring little to no adjustment in less than a week.
Lasers Can Transform Both the Patient Experience and the Practice
by Nick Clausen
Today’s lasers can be transformational for the patient and the dental practice’s bottom line while simultaneously making procedures easier and more conservative. To do that, the purchasing doctor must be committed to learn how to optimize the technology. Guest author Nick Clausen, founder and owner of Dental Laser Coaching, breaks down the various kinds of lasers available.
This Bioactive Filler Had Better Polymerization Kinetics, Study Says
by Terri Lively
Bioactive composite materials help prevent secondary caries in a restored tooth. However, the additives that benefit the hard tissues and optimize the tooth also negatively affect the polymerization process. An October 2021 study in Scientific Reports looked at a lower sodium version of a bioactive glass that might have the benefits of a bioactive filler without inhibiting polymerization results or rates.
Pandemic Impact: The Infection Control Lessons We Learned
by Robert Elsenpeter
Dark moments can often be an opportunity to find a silver lining. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has been one of the darkest global events in modern history, it has presented some unexpected opportunities to improve on processes, none more so than infection control. This feature reflects on the hard lessons we’ve learned throughout the pandemic and looks at infection control best practices moving forward.
What’s New in Infection Control for 2022
by Robert Elsenpeter
The New Year gives individuals a chance to leave their bad habits behind and symbolically start fresh. Published in December 2021, this feature provides an infection control primer as we headed into a new year. We cover the importance of infection control coordinators, equipment and supplies to protect the team, air quality, and more.
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