Excellent topic. Here's my method for matrixing the distal surface of the last tooth. Put on a rubber dam. Put a sectional matrix on the distal surface, hold it tightly against the margin with a carver. Create a strut between the clamp and the upper rim of the sectional with high viscosity flowable composite, have the assistant light cure it. The matrix will now stay in place. Add more struts if needed, it'll look like a web. If I need a tighter seal, I'll add teflon tape. The bonus of this method is not having to remove your clamp to put on a tofflemire. In the beginning, I used to 3D-print the distal wall with high viscosity flowable and then finish it with a disc if needed. If you smooth out each increment with a probe, the end result is very similar to what you might get with a matrix and no finishing is actually needed. In order to use this method, the adhesive applicator and the cannulas for the etchant and the composite need to be double-angled (bent twice with tweezers). Many tweezers have a small hole in one of the arms. This hole is perfect for bending the cannula. For smoothing out the composite, you need a double-angled probe, like the ones periodontists sometimes use. A regular probe won't reach the distal surface. Side note: if only there was a way to double-angle the tip of the sandblaster. Also, the air-water syringe.
I saw a webinar with Dr. Celine about a year ago and she really inspired me to up my game using rubber dam. I have been practising for 24 years now and wish I had learned how to use it a lot earlier on. It really is a game changer in terms of reducing stress and enjoying your work. I’m still facing challenges with it but it’s definitely getting easier and conversations like these make me feel I’m not alone! Thank you both ❤
Excellent topic. Here's my method for matrixing the distal surface of the last tooth. Put on a rubber dam. Put a sectional matrix on the distal surface, hold it tightly against the margin with a carver. Create a strut between the clamp and the upper rim of the sectional with high viscosity flowable composite, have the assistant light cure it. The matrix will now stay in place. Add more struts if needed, it'll look like a web. If I need a tighter seal, I'll add teflon tape. The bonus of this method is not having to remove your clamp to put on a tofflemire.
In the beginning, I used to 3D-print the distal wall with high viscosity flowable and then finish it with a disc if needed. If you smooth out each increment with a probe, the end result is very similar to what you might get with a matrix and no finishing is actually needed. In order to use this method, the adhesive applicator and the cannulas for the etchant and the composite need to be double-angled (bent twice with tweezers). Many tweezers have a small hole in one of the arms. This hole is perfect for bending the cannula. For smoothing out the composite, you need a double-angled probe, like the ones periodontists sometimes use. A regular probe won't reach the distal surface. Side note: if only there was a way to double-angle the tip of the sandblaster. Also, the air-water syringe.
I saw a webinar with Dr. Celine about a year ago and she really inspired me to up my game using rubber dam. I have been practising for 24 years now and wish I had learned how to use it a lot earlier on. It really is a game changer in terms of reducing stress and enjoying your work.
I’m still facing challenges with it but it’s definitely getting easier and conversations like these make me feel I’m not alone! Thank you both ❤
Thank you so much Dr Celine Higton and huge thanks to Jaz for bringing such revered speakers!!!
You're very welcome! So glad you enjoyed it-bringing incredible speakers like Dr. Celine is always a pleasure!
Thank You so much for a great conversation and all tips! Greetings from Poland!
thanks doc!
excellent
Many many thanks
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