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Battling the Dental Overtreatment Tsunami in Today's Market
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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.

| 3 weeks ago
Managing the Midline Diastema Part 2: Challenges

Managing the Midline Diastema Part 2: Challenges

In the second of a 3-part series on midline diastemas, Dr. Jason Smithson discusses the special challenges you can encounter in providing treatment for...

| 3 months ago
Managing the Midline Diastema Part 1: Etiology

Managing the Midline Diastema Part 1: Etiology

In the first of a 3-part series on midline diastemas, Dr. Jason Smithson examines the etiology of the condition and what initial exams should include.

| 3 months ago
Engaging Patients with Your Dental Waiting Room TV

Engaging Patients with Your Dental Waiting Room TV

Using your dental waiting room TV to distract and educate patients during treatment can improve the patient experience and reduce anxiety and pain.

| 4 months ago
A New Intraoral Scanner from Purchase to Practice
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A New Intraoral Scanner from Purchase to Practice

The decision to purchase an intraoral scanner is a significant one. Dr. Tyler Rathburn shares how to best integrate this new technology into your dental...

| 5 months ago
Innovative Applications of the MiniSTAR S Thermoforming Machine
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Innovative Applications of the MiniSTAR S Thermoforming Machine

Discover the game changing MiniSTAR S thermoforming machine for your dental practice. Explore innovative applications and techniques to enhance patient...

| 6 months ago
Intraoral Scanners in Orthodontics:  Taking the Leap in Your Practice

Intraoral Scanners in Orthodontics: Taking the Leap in Your Practice

In this article, we will explore key considerations to ponder before purchasing an intraoral scanner, ultimately preparing your practice for potential...

| 7 months ago
A New Dental Patient Case Study, Part 2: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
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A New Dental Patient Case Study, Part 2: Diagnosis and Treatment Options

In the conclusion to this series, Dr. Jim McKee goes through the process of diagnosing, and offering treatment options to a new dental patient with jaw...

| 7 months ago
A New Dental Patient Case Study, Part 1: The Letter

A New Dental Patient Case Study, Part 1: The Letter

In the first of a 2-part series, Dr. Jim McKee shares a letter he received from a new dental patient he was about to seeā€”and breaks down the significance of...

| 7 months ago
Dental Conference 2023: Spear Live Preview

Dental Conference 2023: Spear Live Preview

Dental Conferences in 2023 are more essential now than ever. Spear Live is an in-person event that brings clinical training and networking together....

| 8 months ago
The Importance of Perspective in Incisal and Occlusal Assessments
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The Importance of Perspective in Incisal and Occlusal Assessments

Dr. Robert Winter explains how perspective can make a significant difference when determining what is 'level' in incisal and occlusal assessments.

| 11 months ago
Evaluating the Worn Dentition from a Digital File

Evaluating the Worn Dentition from a Digital File

In this article, supported by several photo examples, Dr. Darin Dichter shows how the use of intraoral scanners can help facilitate occlusal analysis...

| 1 year ago