Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 05/15/2022 - 9:23pm

There are aesthetics and cervical soft tissue health benefits to polishing a restoration following stain and glaze.

  • Refine and smooth convexed zones
  • Create a luster that fits the case
  • Polish margins removing micro-ceramic tags

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 02/20/2022 - 6:35pm

Is Primemill worth the cost?  This video is my latest assessment of the Primemill as compared to the most recent MC XL milling technology.

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Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 12/26/2021 - 4:20pm

This video is about shaping and texturing in an anterior e.max bridge (mastering your craft).  The process will be predictably accomplished with a systematic workflow and the right lab burs and shapers.

  • e.max bridge
  • JK03 Meisinger Lab Kit

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 12/26/2021 - 3:40pm

The anterior software workflow will be smooth when the case provides enough lingual occlusal room for designing the pontic/abutment connect size.  The SW workflow is similar to designing three individual teeth and then learning to use the Baseline Tool for the pontic and creating adequate connector size from the lingual.

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 12/24/2021 - 2:51pm

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.

 

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 07/02/2021 - 3:42pm

his video is about the software workflow for the CAD/CAM orthotic/splint fabrication. It is a reasonably easy workflow in the software. The most important aspect of the software process is establishing the desired vertical and jaw position in the mouth and not opening on a hinge articulator. Watch the other videos in this sequence to understand the removable workflow from start to finish.

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 05/31/2021 - 10:01pm

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.  

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 05/23/2021 - 8:02pm

here are a number of ways to process a vertical dimension (VD) increase.  How much to open a VD can be a perplexing decision.  This video will provide a systematic method for opening the VD.  I realize there a number of philosophies and methods for finding and how much to open the VD.  I will share how I use the Shimbashi measurement.  The template for digital scanning a bite relationship provided in this video can be used for a deprogrammer and leaf gauge application as well.

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 05/23/2021 - 1:57pm

The first step in comprehensive care planning is understanding the patient.  When projecting an occlusal shift with restorative treatment, one should consider occlusal wear & tear factors, neural sensitivity, and jaw skeletal balance.  This video will review my patient comprehensive diagnostic overview.

Submitted by James Klim DDS, CADStar Host on 05/20/2021 - 4:42pm

Over the years of practice, I have used many oral appliances for retention, grinding issues, TMD diagnosis and relief, and setting up a clients' case for vertical dimension increase.  This video is about my favored removable appliance when the treatment aim is to increase the restorative vertical dimension.  This appliance is generated with the MC XL or Primemill milling. It has been one of the most streamlined appliances I have used due to the Primescan digital bite registration accuracy.