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Closing the Midline Diastema

Summary:
Using direct composite to close the midline diastema.

Description:
Dr. Ronald Goldstein’s lectures on the nuances that must be taken into consideration when clinicians attempt to close a midline diastema. A step-by-step discussion of materials utilized and specific techniques are outlined in detail. This lecture includes a discussion on tooth shape and proportion optimization.

Date Added:
4/10/2008

Author(s):

Ronald Goldstein, DDS Ronald Goldstein, DDS
Dr. Ronald Goldstein is currently Clinical Professor of Oral Rehabilitation at the Medical College of Georgia School of Dent...
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