Clinicians Report April 2026, Volume 19 Issue 4

Why Some Composite Restorations Fail Before You Know It

A clinically focused guide revealing why composite restorations can fail early, highlighting critical bonding, curing, and finishing steps that determine long-term success but are often overlooked.

• Gordon’s Clinical Observations
• Introduction
• Air-thicken First, then Air-thin to Remove Residual Solvent
• Start with a Thin Initial Layer of Composite
• Finish Smooth and Keep It That Way
• CR Conclusions

Protecting Your Dental Practice from Common Cybersecurity Threats

A practical guide to protecting your dental practice from cyber threats, covering common risks like phishing and ransomware, plus essential safeguards to secure patient data and keep your office running smoothly.

• Gordon’s Clinical Observations
• Common Cybersecurity Threats Dental Offices Face
• Common Red Flags
• Potential Safeguards
• CR Conclusions

MRONJ (Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw)

A must-read clinical guide to MRONJ risk identification and prevention with screening protocols, treatment planning strategies, and patient communication tools.

• MRONJ Checklist for the General Dentist
• Pre-Treatment Planning and Prevention
• Clinical Red Flags
• What To Do If You Suspect MRONJ
• Patient Education
• CR Conclusions

CR Noteworthy Products

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

• Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) with New Delivery and Gel Consistency for Controlled Application
• Higher Filled, One Shade, Nano-hybrid Flowable Restorative with Sculptable Consistency
• Bioceramic Sealer Solvent helps to Soften Sealer for Removal and Retreatment

* Due to immediate access and download, purchase of past issues and single topic articles are non-refundable. CR is a non-profit, educational research institute. Your purchase funds this research.