The SAF system is a revolutionary new approach to endodontics that is helping dentists around the world treat canals that would have previously been beyond the reach of conventional endodontics. The latest development in the system is a 2mm diameter file, which allows us to clean larger more open shaped canals than the previous 1.5mm was able to achieve. This is a great development for many front … [Read more...]

This case revisits one that I completed almost 3 years ago. In this case both lateral incisors were badly damaged and had to be removed. The way the upper and lower teeth came together was very unfavorable when considering conventional restorative techniques such as cast bridges, dentures or implant retained crowns.  By using directly placed fibre reinforced bridges I was able to build up the … [Read more...]

This case involved both Russell and myself. The patient was unhappy with the appearance of their front teeth and wanted to treat the decay and infection that was present. They were keen to avoid the loss of any teeth if at all possible. One of the front teeth had an area of infection associated with it and required a root canal filling, which is where I came in. I treated the infection and … [Read more...]

This case by Russell Blanchard (using the excellent skills of Sally at Walton Dental Arts) shows how much the aesthetics of veneer work has moved on and also reminds us that when we fit any work there will always come a time when we will need to replace it. The veneers shown at the start of the case had been in place for 20 years so represent very successful work but had become stained and did … [Read more...]

This case illustrates the effectiveness of the Inman Aligner when used to resolve moderate crowding of the front 4-6 teeth. The removable aligner was worn for just under 3 months for at least 20 hours a day and some small adjustments were made to the contacts between the teeth to help create the space needed to line the teeth up. The teeth are then held in place with a fixed arch wire or fibre … [Read more...]