Source: Supra-Gingival Minimally Invasive Dentistry: A Healthier Approach to Esthetic Restorations, published by Wiley-Blackwell The goal of facial preparation for porcelain veneers is to remain supragingival and within the enamel. However, in instances of severe tooth damage, some buildups and additional techniques may be necessary. The simple preparation method is employed for a mostly intact tooth, serving to create space... read more »
In the ever-evolving field of dentistry, practitioners are continually exploring innovative approaches to enhance not only oral health but also the overall aesthetics of a patient's smile. One such groundbreaking technique gaining prominence is Supra-Gingival Restorative Dentistry, a holistic approach that prioritizes conservative restoration techniques while achieving stunning smile transformations. Preserving Natural Tooth Structure Unlike traditional restorative dentistry, which often... read more »
At the Los Angeles Institute of Clinical Dentistry & Ruiz Dental Seminars Inc., we are proud of our longstanding record of teaching innovative continuing dental education courses in Studio City, California. Our knowledgeable and experienced instructors teach a supra-gingival, minimally invasive dentistry approach. Led by our renowned educator, Dr. Jose-Luis Ruiz, who teaches a combination of experience sets with a... read more »
Fall is in the air and it's a great time to take classes that can help bring you closer to your long-term goals. As a dental practitioner looking to advance your dental practice while bettering the health (and in-office experience) of your patients, you can certainly appreciate the value-added by our dental education courses. Our Los Angeles Institute of Clinical... read more »
When it comes to your patient's smiles, preserving their tooth and gum health should be on the top of your list. That's because we now know more with advances in dentistry that the least invasive treatments, whether that involves procedures, surgery or medications, the less trauma there is to the oral tissues being treated. It also means there's less time... read more »
One of the biggest breakthroughs in minimally invasive dentistry has to do with dental crowns. Normally when preparing dental crowns the damaged tooth may be cut down by 75% to make way for the new crown, and usually requires drilling underneath the gum line. This, in turn, irritates the gum tissue, leading to inflammation. If this bacteria becomes trapped the... read more »