The 35th anniversary issue of QDT is an impressive compilation of original articles by some of the masters in esthetic dentistry on the newest concepts, laboratory techniques, and materials for restorative dentists and dental technicians. Ultraconservative esthetic treatment and nature-inspired restorations are a main focus of this year’s issue, which also includes special articles on digital smile design as a tool for treatment planning and the perioprosthetic connection in treating an ankylosed central incisor. This beautifully produced 35th anniversary issue will not only educate but will inspire readers to excellence.
QDT 2012 (Vol 35): 236 pp; 890 color illus;
ISBN 978-0-86715-562-4
Contents
Van Dooren/Calgaro/Giordani/Clavijo • Perio-Prosthetic Connection
Vailati/Bruguera/Belser • Minimally Invasive Treatment of Dental Erosion with Pressed Lithium Disilicate Glass-Ceramic
Brix/Edelhoff • Rehabilitation of a Patient with Dentinogenesis
Imperfecta Using Lithium Disilicate Glass-Ceramic
Bacherini/Brennan • Esthetic Rehabilitation of Compromised Anterior Teeth: Prosthetic Treatment of an Orthodontic Case
Cascione/Gabi/Goldberg/Moshaverinia/Reshad • Porcelain Buildup Inspired by Nature
Coachman/Calamita • Digital Smile Design: A Tool for Treatment Planning and Communication in Esthetic Dentistry
Inglese • Customized Treatment for Esthetic Success: A Case Report
Paolucci/Calamita/Coachman/Gürel/Shayder/Hallawell • Visagism: The Art of Dental Composition
Rey Duro/Andrade/Duarte • Fluorescence: Clinical Evaluation of New Composite Resins
Scopin de Andrade/Romanini/Hirata • Ultimate Ceramic Veneers: A Laboratory-Guided Ultraconservative Preparation Concept
Yuasa • Reproduction of Natural Vivid Appearance in Porcelain Restorations, Part 2: Internal Staining Technique
Molina/Volpato/Baratieri • Micro and Macro Dental Esthetics: The Key to Smile Individualization
Hashinaka • Control of Value for Accurate Color Reproduction
Lima/Baratieri/Belli • Chipping Occurrence in Zirconia-Based Prostheses
Clavijo/de Carvalho/da Silva/Joly/Ferreira/Flores • STATE OF THE ART: Smile Rehabilitation Using Ultraconservative Esthetic Treatment
Duarte/Phark/Wright • BIOMATERIALS UPDATE: Fiber Posts and Composite Core Buildups
Reviews
“I recently had the opportunity to read 2012 QDT: Quintessence of Dental Technology, 35th Anniversary Issue, faithfully edited by University of Southern California's Sillas Duarte Jr. Obviously, a long legacy of volumes precedes this edition, which is bound and beautifully illustrated. The purpose of this series is to provide the clinician and technician with ‘original articles covering dental laboratory techniques and methods,’ described by Dr. Duarte as a ‘delightful collection of artwork.’ Indeed, his assessment is hard to argue, as the majority of the photographs are absolutely perfect. Lighting, composition and sharpness are spot on, making them the centerpiece of the book.”
George O. Reskakis, DDS
The New York State Dental Journal November 2012
“This beautiful book presents the heights of aesthetic dentistry. The 35th anniversary issue of QDT, an annual publication, is a compilation of interesting articles reporting successes in fixed prosthodontics. The main focus of this year's issue is ultraconservative esthetic treatment and nature-inspired restorations, which will be of interest to dental technicians and any clinician keeping abreast of the advances in cosmetic dentistry. A slim, easy-to-read volume, it is generously illustrated with hundreds of glossy color photographs. […] Its real success is in its demonstration of multidisciplinary work where dental technology, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and restorative dentistry are contributing to an impressive result for the patient. Overall this is a reminder of the beautiful outcomes that can be achieved in dentistry.”
L. Murphy
British Dental Journal October 2012
“The technical information is backed up with fantastic imagery and that alone is worth a look. Quintessence of Dental Technology would be a great addition to any technician’s or clinician’s library. You will find yourself returning to it time and time again, if not to re-read the articles, then to look at the wonderful images.”
John Aarts
New Zealand Dental Journal March 2011
“This, then, is a book for the shelf of the aspiring aesthetic ceramist and clinician, and within this category I probably include all who work in this field. Such excellence is testament to what can be made possible for those in our care by the skills and training of the dentist and ceramist/technician working well together to facilitate delivery of such faithful and remarkable reproduction of the natural dentition.”
Keith F. Marshall
Primary Dental Care October 2011
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