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Venus Pearl Sponsor: Kulzer Released: 7/29/12 View Full Description »

Using the same innovative urethane monomer chemistry as Venus Diamond, Venus Pearl provides an unprecedented combination of low shrinkage stress and high durability.

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SDR® - No Ordinary Composite Sponsor: Viva Learning Released: 7/26/12 View Full Description »

This video shows the impressive handling of the new bulk-fill composite SDR® Smart Dentine Replacement with the focus on the self-levelling property of this revolutionary composite.

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Posterior Composite Restorations Made Easy Sponsor: Viva Learning Released: 7/26/12 View Full Description »

This tutorial demonstrates how you can simplify your posterior composite restorations with a new bulk-fill technique and a new sectional matrix system without compromising on quality of seal and with strong contact points.

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Palodent® Plus Sectional Matrix System Sponsor: Viva Learning Released: 7/26/12 View Full Description »

For dentists placing Class II restorations, Palodent Plus is the new integrated sectional matrix system from DENTSPLY that delivers easy, predictable and accurate contacts using innovative component technology.

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GrandTEC®: Resin-impregnated glass fiber strand Sponsor: VOCO America Released: 7/17/12 View Full Description »

VOCO is proud to introduce GrandTEC®, a state-of-the-art resin-impregnated glass fiber strand designed specifically for clinical situations that demand the highest levels of stability and adhesive strength.

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New Cavitron® with Tap-On™ Technology Sponsor: Viva Learning Released: 7/3/12 View Full Description »

The trusted performance of Cavitron® systems – now with the ease of Tap-On™ Technology which activates scaling or air polishing with a single tap of the foot pedal, allowing the foot to rest during the procedure.

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Estelite Sigma Quick - A Spherical Revolution Sponsor: Tokuyama Dental America Released: 6/18/12 View Full Description »

Learn how Estelite Sigma Quick enhances your restoration time, decreases composite inventory, and provides the best alternative for your patient.

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Venus® Temp 2 Sponsor: Kulzer Released: 5/2/12 View Full Description »

Kulzer introduces Venus® Temp 2, a new temporary restorative material to offer outstanding flexural strength, durability and the same level of esthetics found in final restorations.

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3M™ ESPE™ Retraction Capsule Sponsor: 3M Dental Released: 5/2/12 View Full Description »

This module will introduce you to the innovative 3M™ ESPE™ Retraction Capsule and show how it offers a convenient and time-saving alternative to traditional gingival retraction methods such as retraction cords and other retraction pastes.

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COMPONEER™ (Direct Composite Veneering System) Sponsor: COLTENE Released: 4/2/12 View Full Description »

Coltène introduces new COMPONEER™, the first prefabricated composite veneer system that provides an affordable and reliable solution for the fabrication and placement of custom veneer restorations in a single office visit.

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Debonding Clarity ADVANCED brackets off the archwire Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 3/13/12 View Full Description »

It is recommended to debond Clarity™ ADVANCED Ceramic Brackets on the archwire. However, single brackets may be debonded off the archwire. The Unitek™ Self-Ligating Bracket Debonding Instrument (REF 804-170) is recommended for debonding Clarity ADVANCED Ceramic Brackets, both on- and off the archwire, since it is specifically designed to maximize the ease of debonding. To debond, position the instrument over the bracket, firmly squeeze the bracket mesial-distal, to utilize the proprietary vertical stress concentrator, and gently rock the instrument back and forth, until the bracket is off the tooth.

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Debonding Clarity ADVANCED brackets on the archwire Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 3/13/12 View Full Description »

It is recommended to debond Clarity™ ADVANCED Ceramic Brackets on the archwire. However, single brackets may be debonded off the archwire. The Unitek™ Self-Ligating Bracket Debonding Instrument (REF 804-170) is recommended for debonding Clarity ADVANCED Ceramic Brackets, both on- and off the archwire, since it is specifically designed to maximize the ease of debonding. To debond, position the instrument over the bracket, firmly squeeze the bracket mesial-distal, to utilize the proprietary vertical stress concentrator, and gently rock the instrument back and forth, until the bracket is off the tooth.

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GuttaFlow®2 Sponsor: COLTENE Released: 3/8/12 View Full Description »

When it comes to filling a root canal—a tight 3-dimensional seal is essential to achieving long-term clinical success. Coltene now introduces GuttaFlow®2, which offers all the benefits of the original GuttaFlow® in a convenient syringe delivery system, plus the added advantage of easier drilling for post preparation and retreatment.

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Flexitime® VPS Impression Solutions Sponsor: Kulzer Released: 1/26/12 View Full Description »

This module will highlight the features and benefits of Flexitime® VPS Impression Solutions, and show how this innovative and versatile impression material system allows dentists to capture precise detail for an accurate marginal fit—every time.

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Reverse Double Overtie (German Overtie): Incognito™ Appliance System Clinical Guide Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 11/17/11 View Full Description »

Tools: Hemostat/Mosquito pliers and ligature director with a small head Ligature material: Sections of four modules of powerchain (not too thick; can use Rocky Mountain or Ormco) When to use it: Use the reverse double overtie when you need maximum seating force on the wire. Technique: Ligature is placed around the hook and the behind the occlusal wing before placing the wire. In contrast to a normal double overtie, the free modules are oriented to the occlusal. To overtie, seat the wire in the slot with a ligature director, stretch the elastic with the hemostat/mosquito pliers over the wire and fix the first module under the hook, using the ligature director to direct the powerchain. To remove the reverse double overtie, use a short dental explorer to pull the ligature from under the hook and remove.

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Normal Elastic Tie: Incognito™ Appliance System Clinical Guide Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 11/17/11 View Full Description »

Tools: Hemostat/Mosquito pliers and ligature director with a small head (optional) Ligature material: Conventional o-ring When to use it: When alignment is almost normal. This ligature will not provide tip control when used with the vertical slot. Technique: Place o-ring behind the occlusal tie wing and over the gingival hook. When ligating lower anterior brackets, it is important to go occlusal to gingival when placing regular o-rings.

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Chicane Elastics: Incognito™ Appliance System Clinical Guide Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 11/17/11 View Full Description »

Tools: Hemostat/Mosquito pliers and ligature director Ligature material: Multiple modules of clear powerchain When to use it: To derotate and close spaces. The term “chicane” refers to an elastic that is placed on both the buccal and lingual sides of the teeth. It is a very helpful technique for simultaneously derotating teeth and closing space or derotating multiple teeth. The chicane is very versatile and can be used in a number of different clinical situations.

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Lasso Elastic (O Lasso): Incognito™ Appliance System Clinical Guide Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 11/17/11 View Full Description »

Tools: Hemostat/Mosquito pliers and ligature director Ligature material: Clear powerchain When to use it: When it is not possible to ligate a tooth but it needs to be brought closer to the wire. Technique: Make a normal tie on the wire using the first module of the chain and then is stretch the second module around the crown of the tooth. The technique is especially helpful when the crowding is so severe that the bracket could not be bonded to the tooth.

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Powerchain Placement: Incognito™ Appliance System Clinical Guide Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 11/17/11 View Full Description »

The wings of Incognito brackets are large enough to accommodate both overties and powerchain. Powerchain is easily placed over the existing ties. Recommended powerchain is Rocky Mountain because it is thinner and easier to place on Incognito brackets.

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Power Tie: Incognito™ Appliance System Clinical Guide Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 11/17/11 View Full Description »

Tools: Hemostat/Mosquito pliers, ligature director, short explorer Ligature material: Four modules of RMO gray powerchain When to use it: For angulation and torque control of the anterior teeth when using a ribbonwise archwire with a vertical insertion. The power tie can be used to correct torque and angulation problems with both full sized and under sized wires. Technique: Remove old elastic and bring the last module of the four modules around the bracket body. It is not necessary to remove the wire to do this. Start to make a reverse double overtie and stretch the elastic as much as possible using a hemostat. Bring both parts of the open module around the side to which the tooth is tipped and go under the hook with both sides. When correcting a torque problem is does not matter which side of the tie wing you go around. Take the short probe and catch the first module. Place the tip of the probe on the occlusal tie wing. Slide the elastic behind the tie wing.

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Self Retaining Slot: Incognito™ Appliance System Clinical Guide Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 11/17/11 View Full Description »

Tools: Ligature director, mirror Ligature Material: None When to use it: Use with .014 or smaller Niti wires to resolve crowding on lower anteriors. Technique: Place wire behind the incisal tie wings and use ligature director to engage.

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Reverse Double Overtie with Steel Ligature (German Overtie with Steel Ligature): Incognito™ Appliance System Clinical Guide Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 11/17/11 View Full Description »

Tools: Needle nose hemostat and ligature director with a small head Ligature material: Thin steel ligature 0.008” diameter and two inches in length When to use it: Use this tie to prevent tipping when you are retracting canines or doing en-masse retraction. For maximum control, the wire needs to be guided close to the bracket body. Technique: Make a u-shape under the hook on both sides of the bracket body going under the wire. Take one side, go over the wire and under the hook and close it on the opposite side by twisting. Push the sides of the steel ligature as close to the bracket body as possible and tighten to maximize the seating force.

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Lasso Elastic (Conventional Lasso): Incognito™ Appliance System Clinical Guide Sponsor: 3M Ortho Released: 11/17/11 View Full Description »

Tools: Hemostat/Mosquito pliers with a thin head, cotton pliers, ligature director with a small head Ligature material: Clear powerchain When to use it: Derotation Technique: Detrotate teeth by wrapping clear powerchain around the tooth, attaching to the wire and bracket hook.

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Quick Up from VOCO Sponsor: VOCO America Released: 11/15/11 View Full Description »

Quick Up is an innovative and complete system that provides you with all the materials you need to quickly, easily and effectively attach corresponding attachments to an acrylic-based denture with the new Quick Up technique.

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EQUIA Update Module Sponsor: GC America Released: 9/6/11 View Full Description »

Wouldn’t it be nice to have the benefits of a glass ionomer restorative and resin-based composite in one restorative system? Well now you can! Watch this module on EQUIA™, by GC, and learn all about it! *Not available in the US

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Grandio®SO Flow and Heavy Flow Sponsor: VOCO America Released: 9/3/11 View Full Description »

This module will introduce you to new Grandio®SO Flow and Heavy Flow, and show how both products combine the easy handling you expect from a flowable with superior physical properties that—until now—were available only from packable universal composites.

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iBOND® Total Etch Sponsor: Kulzer Released: 7/1/11 View Full Description »

iBOND Total Etch is an adhesive system based on the Total Etch technique. It not only leads the industry in high bond strength to both enamel and dentin, but also ensures optimal marginal adaptation and is ideal for desensitizing hypersensitive areas.

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Gluma® Desensitizer PowerGel Sponsor: Kulzer Released: 6/22/11 View Full Description »

Gluma® Desensitizer PowerGel is a unique one-step gel formula that is specifically designed to give you all the desensitizing benefits of Gluma®—with greater control and accuracy during application.

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BIOSPLINT™ Reinforcement Ribbon Sponsor: ACTEON Released: 5/23/11 View Full Description »

BIOSPLINT is a multiple-use dental reinforcement ribbon that is ideal for stabilization and immobilization of loose teeth, immediate replacement of avulsed teeth, reinforcement and construction of provisional and permanent bridges, and the maintenance of inter-dental spaces. Watch this module and learn all about this exceptional splinting material.

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Old Dogs, New Tricks: Utilizing Classic Dental Materials for Successful Treatment Outcomes with an Aging Demographic (1 CE)

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Using Glass Ionomer Materials to Their Fullest Potential in Your Practice (1 CE)

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