Editorial

In response to reader and author feedback, a couple of minor format changes are included in this issue of Operative Dentistry. First, the clinical technique, case report and clinical research articles are placed immediately after any invited manuscripts. Second, the e-publication only articles are identified with their clinical relevance statements. These manuscripts can be read in their entirety at www.jopdentonline.org. If your subscription includes online access and you are having any problems getting to the information, do not hesitate to contact our support desk at helpdesk@allenpress.com.

This month's issue includes an invited paper from Dr. David T. Wong covering the material that was presented during the Buonocore Lecture at the 2012 Academy of Operative Dentistry Annual Meeting in Chicago. I extend my sincere gratitude to Dr. Wong for his contribution to the Academy and this journal. I hope that those of you who missed an excellent presentation will benefit from this paper. The rest of the issue includes information on the treatment of dentin prior to bonding, issues surrounding zirconia, the impact of instrumentation of composite restoration margins and the interaction of bleach with tooth structure.

And I would like to say a special thank you to each individual who has provided reviews over the last year. Reviewers, alongside of authors, are the lifeblood of the journal. These individuals are listed on the journal cover or linked online as ad-hoc reviewers. Some have provided as many as eight manuscript reviews over the last twelve months. Kudos to you!

I hope that each of you finds something worthwhile in this issue. Happy reading!