FPDs Vs. Implants Part III: Length of Span and Vitality of Abutments
In this third article of a series on FPDs vs. implants, Dr. Frank Spear explores two FPD risk factors: length of span and weakened abutments.
Frank Spear | 5 years ago ›FPDs Vs. Implants Part II: How Do FPDs Most Often Fail?
Why do fixed partial dentures fail? Dr. Frank Spear gives an answer in this second article in his series on FPDs vs. implants.
Frank Spear | 5 years ago ›Implants Versus FPDs for Single Anterior Tooth Replacement
Dr. Frank Spear compares and contrasts FPDs and single anterior tooth replacement.
Frank Spear | 6 years ago ›Connecting Teeth and Implants: Yes, No, Maybe?
When do you connect an implant to a tooth? Dr. Frank Spear looks at various clinical cases to find the answers.
Frank Spear | 6 years ago ›Managing the Problem Versus Curing It: Part II
In my last article, I mentioned that the average life span continues to increase over time and because of this fact, the treatment we provide for our...
Frank Spear | 10 years ago ›Managing the Problem Versus Curing It: Part I
Removing a tooth is a decision that clinicians make on a routine basis. This is often an easy decision, like when a tooth has a vertical root fracture....
Frank Spear | 10 years ago ›Replacing Adjacent Centrals With Poor Bone Using Implants
Research has showed us that there are differences in the relationship of the gingival margins and papilla height relative...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›Options for Immediate Temporization
In a recent article, I went over the various types of options clinicians have when treating patients that need an immediate implant placed. As I had mentioned...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›Options in Anterior Immediate Implant Placement
In the 1980s, we used to extract an anterior tooth, graft the socket and delay implant placement to allow healing of the bone. This approach works well,...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›Dr. Frank Spear discusses reinforcing temporary bridges if they need to be in for an extended period of time.
Frank Spear | 12 years ago ›Dr. Spear shares his technique for removing permanent restorations that have been cemented temporarily.
Frank Spear | 12 years ago ›