Zirconia Anterior Bridge Infiltration, Part II

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 05/29/2023 - 2:54pm
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CADStar Finishing Tips, CEREC Products, CEREC Software Training, Clinical Dentistry

Infiltration may not be necessary in every anterior zirconia bridge case. However, it will come in handy for cases with deeper cervical dentin saturation and does help in creating the illusion of separations for the pontic. This video will illustrate applying a single infiltration color using ZirCAD LT Coloring liquids on a ZirCAD MT Multi zirconia anterior bridge. When infiltration is applicable for the case, this is applied in the green zirconia condition, and the restoration is sintered using the added drying cycle in the CS6 and the SpeedFire.

Number One Factor to Avoiding Post-Placement Crown Pain

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 04/26/2023 - 7:50pm
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CEREC Design Tips, CEREC Software Training, Clinical Dentistry

Applying this video's strategic micro occlusion strategy is a proven way of significantly avoiding post-placement sensitivity on crown(s) and other indirect restorations. The current CEREC software has several practical tools to work through the occlusal design and contact placement effectively.

Super Thin CEREC Veneers

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 10/21/2022 - 10:48am
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CADStar Finishing Tips, CEREC Products, CEREC Software Training, Clinical Dentistry

This video is my workflow for setting up thin veneers.  What are the case situations that work for thin veneers, and how do we choose the ceramic color and then process the veneer for placement?  This video will also present the benefits of using the MiYO 850 Stain and glaze system.

Single Central Copy & Mirror SW Workflow

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 05/15/2022 - 9:53pm
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CEREC Software Training

 There are four ways I propose in the CEREC software for anterior work.  This video will demonstrate the software workflow for Copy & Mirror and is my preferred method when the adjacent central is in good shape and form.  This is Part one in a series of start to finish (shaping, stain/glaze, and polish) for a single central.

Implant Two Piece Crown Parameter Secret

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 12/24/2021 - 2:51pm
Categories:
CEREC Products, CEREC Software Training, Clinical Dentistry

There have been issues with the implant two-piece e.max mill fit between the abutment and crown.  I often experience the implant crown binding on the abutment and not fully seated.  This video will provide several parameter tweaks so the e.max implant abutment and crown will fit precisely.

 

Alien Proposal Workaround

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 06/03/2021 - 6:46pm
Categories:
CEREC Software, CEREC Software Training, Software Learning

Have you ever seen an alien proposal?  I see them occasionally when there is an extreme tooth rotation or tipped tooth.  Well, there is an easy and effective workaround.  This video presents my solution and workaround to an ALIEN PROPOSAL!

Digital Splint Fabrication

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 05/31/2021 - 10:01pm
Categories:
CEREC Products, CEREC Software Training, Clinical Dentistry

This video reviews the steps for machining and fabrication of the CAD/CAM splint.  For the best fit, it is important to complete the thermoform aligner on a printed model.  

Minimal Occlusal Clearance Case Review

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 04/09/2021 - 7:26pm
Categories:
CEREC Design Tips, CEREC Products, CEREC Software Training, Clinical Dentistry

What is the material of choice in our CAD/CAM theater when we have minimal clearance in a second molar zone?  Historically, the short clinical tooth has been the most challenging to restore in my 30 plus career.  We now have robust materials and precise milling options to deal with this clinical dilemma.  

Zirconia in our CEREC Clinical Theater

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 03/28/2021 - 5:30pm
Categories:
CEREC Products, CEREC Software Training

Now that the CAD/CAM office has a growing selection of zirconia options such as 3M, Katana STML, ZirCAD Multi, and the soon-to-be-released zirconias, we have both strengths and aesthetic choices for our clinical theater. This video is an introduction to the cadstar.tv zirconia channel.

Posterior BioCopy Workflow and Applications

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 01/24/2021 - 8:40pm
Categories:
CEREC Design Tips, CEREC Software, CEREC Software Training, Clinical Dentistry

Using BioCopy for posterior restorations is preferred when there is a need to post mill fit for an RPD or appliance. This video will review a very smooth workflow to accomplish great interproximal contacts and impeccable occlusion with BioCopy.  This video will also review the best margin thickness parameter for e.max to assure no marginal microchipping.

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