Six Lessons Approach Podcast by Dr. David Alleman
Learn about the evolution of biomimetic restorative dentistry with Dr. David Alleman, creator of the Six Lessons Approach. Each episode Dr. Alleman will discuss dental research, developments in adhesive dentistry and practical steps dentists can implement in their work to see more predictable results.
Learn more about Dr. David Alleman's work and teaching at allemancenter.com.
Hosted by Dr. David Alleman. Produced by Hillary Alleman and Audrey Alessi.
Six Lessons Approach Podcast by Dr. David Alleman
Latest Episodes
Occlusal Effect Caries: Caries Caused by Cracks Into Dentin
Treating cracks in teeth can still feel ambiguous for many dentists. Is it better to observe? Is it better to crown? Is there a less invasive treatment option? In this episode, Dr. David Alleman discusses a key piece of research that offers pra...
Diagnosing Structural Compromise in Teeth with the 1-2-3-4 Risk Assessment
The most minimally invasive dentistry is early diagnosis and treatment. Dr. David Alleman created the 1-2-3-4 risk assessment so he could better diagnose teeth that were at risk of fracture or decay to prevent large fractures or carious lesions...
Stop Treating Cracked Teeth with Retention or Adhesion (Do This Instead)
Dentists have been attempting to treat cracked teeth for decades, with the goal of alleviating patient pain and conserving teeth through restorative treatment. But as Dr. David Alleman, DDS, describes in this episode, “it’s a coin toss of succe...
Treating Cracks in Teeth: Propagation, Visibility, C-factor and Composite Layering
Cracks put teeth at risk of infection and fracture if left untreated, but treating cracks in teeth can create many challenges for practitioners. Removing cracks without good magnification, visibility and an understanding of crack propagation pu...
Fiber Placement in Restorative Dentistry
Fiber placement in restorative dentistry: Does it stop cracks, improve bonds or just add time to your restorative process? Dr. David Alleman, DDS, dives into the history of dental fibers, including Ribbond, Everstick Net and Ever-x Posterior, t...
