Sequential Extraction Protocol for Full Arch Implant Therapy
In this fully illustrated article, Dr. Ricardo Mitrani show how the Sequential Extraction Protocol can be a preferred alternative in full arch cases.
Ricardo Mitrani | 10 months ago ›Lithium Disilicate Resin-Retained Adhesive Bridgework in Fixed Prosthodontics
Dr. Jason Smithson explains why lithium disilicate resin-retain adhesive bridgework leads to better clinical outcomes and is less expensive or time consuming...
Jason Smithson | 3 years ago ›6 Steps For Creating an Ovate Pontic
The goal of an ovate pontic treatment is to create a natural appearance. The following steps will guide you to an ideal result.
Mark Fleming, D.D.S. | 5 years ago ›Spear Releases New Courses On Implant Placement and Provisionalization
Spear has released two new courses, one on fabrication of implant provisionals in the esthetic zone and another on maintaining tissue support during immediate...
Celina Jimenez | 5 years ago ›How to Fix Bridge Pontics that Don't Match the Value of the Abutments
Seven steps to problem solving esthetic dilemmas with provisional pontics.
Robert Winter | 7 years ago ›Pontic Design Considerations: A Comprehensive Review
Pontic shape types, design principles, modifications - and communicating with your lab about all of this - is covered in this thorough review of pontic...
Mary Anne Salcetti | 7 years ago ›Single Anterior Implants Made Easy As 1-2-3
While single anterior implant restorations are a mainstay, varying situations create challenges for dentists. However, following this 1-2-3 sequence can help...
Jeffrey Bonk | 8 years ago ›The Challenge of Replacing Missing Central and Lateral Incisors
Replacing a single missing central or lateral incisor is quite predictable, especially if there is adequate bone and soft tissue to utilize a single tooth...
Frank Spear | 8 years ago ›Soft Tissue Healing Around Dental Implants
As we all know, proper soft tissue healing is critical around dental implants. Not only must we achieve healthy tissue, but it is often vital to the success...
John Carson | 9 years ago ›Follow the Case: Fixed Bridge [Part I]
In this series of articles I'll be discussing a specific case as I complete it. This patient is congenitally missing her lower centrals and it's time...
Steve Ratcliff | 10 years ago ›The Myth of the Angled Abutment
Implant position is critical to esthetic success, especially when the patient has a high smile line and is esthetically aware. At times, using an angled...
Steve Ratcliff | 10 years ago ›Ridge Evaluation of Ovate Pontics
The goal of an ovate pontic is to create the illusion that the tooth is emerging from the gingiva with a cuff of tissue surrounding it on the facial....
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›