Jul 16 / Dr. Dennis Hartlieb

Masking a Dark Area for Crown & Bridge Mini Tip

Dr. Hartlieb reviews a quick step-by-step technique to manage dark areas for anterior teeth that need conservative porcelain restorations.

Masking a Dark Area for Crown & Bridge:

In this clinical mini tip, Dr. Dennis Hartlieb demonstrates quick step-by-step tips for addressing dark areas in anterior teeth before final preparation.

Perfect for conservative porcelain restorations, this technique ensures optimal aesthetic outcomes and patient satisfaction. Tune in to enhance your skills and deliver exceptional results in your practice!

You can find the pink opaquer that Dr. Hartlieb uses in this tip over at Cosmedent!

  • In this mini tip you'll review:
  • 0:57 Adhesive and Bonding Agent
  • 2:21 Applying pink opaquer
  • 3:28 Applying A1 opaquer
  • 4:20 Finish preparation and polish
  • 5:10 Final results

Additional Resources

Dennis Hartlieb, DDS, AAACD

Dr. Hartlieb is the founder & CEO of Dental Online Training. Dr. Hartlieb is an Accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AAACD), a Member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and he runs a full-time cosmetic and restorative practice in Chicago.

Dr. Hartlieb is the host of the Dental Online Training Sharecast which you can find wherever you listen to podcasts.

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