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Ever wondered what it’s like seeing dentistry performed through the lens of a surgical operating microscope? In this 24 post series, I take you along with me through the entire process of performing an Onlay (partial crown) on Molar Tooth No 3.

Ever wondered what it’s like seeing dentistry performed through the lens of a surgical operating microscope?

Ever wondered what it’s like to see dentistry performed through the lens of a surgical operating microscope? In this 4 video series, I take you along with me through the entire process of performing a Ceramic Onlay (partial crown) on Molar Tooth #3.

Your permanent natural teeth are meant to last for the rest of your life. Even so, factors such as lifestyle and diet lead to tooth loss, root canals, and tooth replacements. The American Association of Endodontists acknowledges the challenges of losing your natural teeth.

Ultra-Conservative Preparation of a Simple Class V Restoration with the Magic of Airborne Particle Abrasion

This patient presented with a large cavity formed in the depths of the tooth grooves. During the development of teeth, the grooves coalesce or seal together. Sometimes however, theses fissures do not coalesce. The depths of these grooves are left with a micro-space that eventually leads to decay.

As dentists, we often see inlays, onlays and crowns in patient mounts that unfortunately fail prematurely. Some weak links include improper bonding methods, and the lack of treating the tooth surface and the porcelain for optimal bonding.

Headaches are an extremely common problem, and most people will experience them with some regularity during their lifetime. If you are prone to headaches, there could be several reasons why. One cause of headaches that is often overlooked is issues with the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ.

Massive Decay Under Old Filling | Culver City Dentist Saves Tooth From a Root Canal

TMJ disorder can usually be treated by first identifying the cause and then taking the appropriate steps to eliminate the condition. The precise treatment that you will be recommended will depend on the cause of your symptoms.