Clinicians Report June 2025, Volume 18 Issue 6

What are Some of CR’s Best Products of All Time?

This article uniquely takes a broader perspective, highlighting many of the exceptional dental products identified by CR over nearly 50 years—those products considered among the greatest innovations in dental practice history.

• Technical Advancements
• Best Product Selection
• The Best Products of All Time
• A Message to Manufacturers from Dentists
• CR Conclusions

Capping the Controversy: The Importance of Pulp Capping

In this article, CR Clinicians and Scientists present the best materials and techniques for achieving successful pulp capping therapy. When the dental pulp is compromised, no procedure is more critical for preserving a vital, healthy tooth.

• Why Pulp Capping Matters
• Core Principles for Success
• Critical Criteria for Informed Consent
• Pulp Capping Materials Overview: Should They Be Bioactive?
• Suggested Techniques
• Clinical Tips
• New Technologies on the Horizon
• CR Conclusions

Are Calcium Silicate Endo Sealers an Improvement?

This report discusses popular calcium silicate endodontic sealers, their advantages and disadvantages, and potential clinical application.

• CR Survey
• Popular Calcium Silicate Sealers
• Potential Advantages
• Potential Challenges
• Not All Calcium Silicate Sealers are Compatible with All Obturation Techniques
• CR Conclusions

Products Rated Highly by CR Scientists and Clinical Evaluators

The following products were rated excellent or good by CR Evaluator clinical use and CR Science evaluations.

• Two Over-the-Counter Toothbrushes with Bristles that Clean Effectively and Gently
• Well-Known Universal Resin Cement with Improvements in Cleanup and Adhesive Compatibility
• Well-Received Air Purifiers Improve Operatory Air Quality and can Reduce Dental Office Odors

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