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How Mobile Dentistry is Closing Care Barriers (and How You Can Help)

How Mobile Dentistry is Closing Care Barriers (and How You Can Help)

Mobile dentistry closes healthcare gaps by serving underserved communities. Opening clinics is more affordable than most practitioners expect. Learn more...

| 22 hours ago
Balancing Human and Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry
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Balancing Human and Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry

Artificial intelligence in dentistry poses evolving challenges, requiring balance with traditional practices. Merging them enhances patient care.

| 1 week ago
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
Self-Awareness:  An Essential Trait of Contemporary Teambuilding

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.

| 1 month ago
6 Ways to Improve Dental Case Acceptance

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...

| 1 month ago
Back to Basics #1: Diagnosing Periodontitis with 2018’s Classification

Back to Basics #1: Diagnosing Periodontitis with 2018’s Classification

The 2018 periodontal classification changed the process for diagnosing periodontitis. In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Du Toit examines the...

| 1 month ago
Optimizing Your Dental Office Communication Systems

Optimizing Your Dental Office Communication Systems

Unlock the potential of your dental office communication system. From role assignments to empowering patients, learn strategies for seamless care coordination.

| 2 months ago
Best Practices for Dental Records Retention

Best Practices for Dental Records Retention

Dental records retention is complex due to varying laws and requirements. Learn essential best practices to streamline compliance and safeguard patient...

| 2 months ago
Building a Lean Dental Practice: Trimming Waste While Enhancing Care

Building a Lean Dental Practice: Trimming Waste While Enhancing Care

Building a Lean dental practice enhances patient experiences. Define value, map flows, improve processes, establish pull, and continuously improve.

| 3 months ago
Why Dental Workshops Work: The Crucial Role in Continuing Education

Why Dental Workshops Work: The Crucial Role in Continuing Education

Taking time to attend a dental workshop may seem tough but Dr. Darin Dichter explains why dental workshops work and why they are worth the time away from...

| 3 months ago
The Importance of White Balance in Dental Photography
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The Importance of White Balance in Dental Photography

Spear's Dr. Andy Janiga shares the importance of white balance in dental photography and best practices in camera settings.

| 4 months ago
A Crash Course in Dental Cements for Restorative Procedures
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A Crash Course in Dental Cements for Restorative Procedures

Dr. Melissa Seibert discusses the kinds of dental cements used in restorative procedures, their differing properties, and which types to use with which...

| 4 months ago