The Cooling Rate and Its Impact on Zirconia Strength
Dr. Doug Benting discusses the cooling rate that occurs after the sintering process and how it affects the flexural strength of zirconia restorations.
Doug Benting | 1 week ago ›Balancing Human and Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry
Artificial intelligence in dentistry poses evolving challenges, requiring balance with traditional practices. Merging them enhances patient care.
Carl Steinberg | 1 week ago ›5 Dentist Lab Communication Lapses to Learn From
Dentist lab communications aren't always easy. Dr. Roman goes through five cases—and gives lessons learned—from miscommunication in practice.
Edward Roman | 2 weeks ago ›How to Have Situational Awareness in Dentistry
Knowing how to have situational awareness is key to ensuring strong treatment outcomes. Gain insights from Custer's Last Stand to apply to your planning.
Jeffrey Bonk | 2 weeks ago ›Battling the Dental Overtreatment Tsunami in Today's Market
Communication is key to fighting dental overtreatment. Dr. Mitrani explains how to help patients avoid pitfalls through a real-life patient story.
Ricardo Mitrani | 3 weeks ago ›Portability in Practice: Understanding License by Credential in Dentistry
License by credential is a streamlined way for dental professions to start practicing in a new state. Here's what you need to know about it.
Spear Team | 3 weeks ago ›Pre-extraction Therapy for Immediate Implant Placement
Dr. Gonzalo Blasi recounts a case study of an immediate implant placement involving pre-extraction therapy in a patient with specific risk factors.
Gonzalo Blasi | 1 month ago ›Creating Value in the New Patient Experience
Dr. Curt Ringhofer discusses how to tailor your new patient experience to create value for comprehensive care.
Curt Ringhofer | 1 month ago ›Dental Terms in Spanish to Help You Connect with Patients
Learning basic dental terms in Spanish can help close communication gaps with patients, but you shouldn't stop there. Consider adding cultural development,...
Spear Team | 1 month ago ›Self-Awareness: An Essential Trait of Contemporary Teambuilding
Spear's Dr. Ricardo Mitrani, discusses the benefits of using self-awareness in teambuilding to create healthier and happier relationships.
Ricardo Mitrani | 1 month ago ›6 Ways to Improve Dental Case Acceptance
To enhance dental case acceptance, dentists must prioritize driving value for patients by offering comprehensive and personalized care. Here are six tips...
Spear Team | 1 month ago ›Customizing a Custom Abutment: When a Custom Abutment Is Not Custom Enough
Dr. John Carson walks through a case where a custom abutment needs to be further customized.
John Carson | 1 month ago ›