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 | 2 months ago ›
Tongue Tie and Sleep Apnea: The Craniofacial Connection
Dr. Jeffrey Rouse reviews the literature and recent studies on the connection between tongue tie and sleep apnea. Read on to see his findings.
Jeffrey Rouse | 1 year ago ›
Dental Research Part 3: Types and Sources
By digging deeper into sources and types of dental research available you can assess if what you find is valid before applying it as a standard in your...
Robert Winter | 1 year ago ›
Referring Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy for a More Complete Treatment Plan
Orofacial myofunctional therapy may be the modality that mitigates the intersection of prevention strategies and referrals, providing your patients a...
Brittny Sciarra | 1 year ago ›
Novaloc Overdenture System: A New Approach To Low-Profile Attachments
While creating a new upper and lower overdenture definitive restoration, I identified many scenarios where a Straumann Novaloc attachment system could...
Doug Benting | 2 years ago ›
3 Guiding Principles for New Dentists
Dr. Ricardo Mitrani shares his advice for new dentists and recent dental school graduates to create a meaningful and prosperous career.
Ricardo Mitrani | 2 years ago ›
Humanitarian Dentistry Amid the Pandemic - the Open Wide Foundation in Guatemala
A Faculty Club member shares his passion for volunteering with other Spear dentists in the development of sustainable community dental clinics in Guatemala.
Jim Merriman | 3 years ago ›
Beyond Titanium: The Revolution of Zirconia Dental Implants
Dental patient demand for metal-free alternative to titanium has increased, and zirconia implants are now expected to capture about 10% of the...
Joan Pi-Anfruns | 3 years ago ›
Dental 'Cloacopapyrology' – Opportunities for Growth During COVID-19
What does toilet paper have to do with dentistry? Dr. Jeff Bonk provides some 'tear away' info to consider in this time of crisis.
Jeffrey Bonk | 3 years ago ›
Restoring the Edentulous Arch - Are Fixed Hybrids Always the Best Answer?
Learn why to consider alternatives for popular fixed hybrids in some edentulous arch cases.
John Carson | 4 years ago ›
Implant Supported Fixed Bridge for Maxillary Incisors
When there are several options available, it is really our responsibility to help the patient make the decisions on the options available based on their...
Doug Benting | 5 years ago ›
PPO - The Ideal Equation for a Successful Dental Practice
For some, the idea of a 'PPO' practice may seem too intimidating to approach - but what if those three letters mean more than you think they do?
Jeffrey Bonk | 5 years ago ›