Undercover Dentist
The TV show, Undercover Boss, has become something of a phenomenon lately. If you haven't seen it, it's about CEOs posing as front-line workers in their...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
Weird Stuff I Get to See
This bridge has been in place for about 20 years. The patient is beginning a comprehensive course of treatment and we are getting ready for ortho so...
Steve Ratcliff | 10 years ago ›
A Reminder About the Process
I was speaking to a patient recently and I asked if she wanted to do something about her 'gummy smile.' 'What gummy smile?' she responded, and then asked for a...
Gary DeWood | 10 years ago ›
How Much Is .1mm?
I have a pet peeve. It has to do with prepping teeth. I still remember my operative instructor in junior clinic telling me to 'drop that proximal box...
Steve Ratcliff | 11 years ago ›
Defining Success: Getting Specific with the Team (Part 11 of 14)
This video is part of an ongoing series on Defining Success.
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
Yes, I Practice!
I am asked on a regular basis if I still practice or if I only lead Spear Study Clubs and teach. I understand the question, but it still takes me by surprise....
Steve Ratcliff | 11 years ago ›
The Bruxism Bounce
An article in The New York Times, When Stress Takes a Toll on Your Teeth, talks about a recent unexpected phenomenon dentists are seeing as a result of...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
What is Good?
If you are like me (and most other dentists), nothing is ever exactly what I want. The second molars in the picture above have occlusal milled composite...
Gary DeWood | 11 years ago ›
Magic Hemostasis
I try really hard not to touch tissue when I prep teeth or when I am delivering bonded ceramic restorations. Blood is the enemy and I don't like red margins....
Steve Ratcliff | 11 years ago ›
Whose Teeth Are They Anyway?
I recently completed a case for a young dentist. It had been a long haul for the two of us, and I was both excited and anxious on the day of delivery....
Steve Ratcliff | 11 years ago ›
Crown Modalities
I recently presented a program at the Florida National Dental Convention held in Orlando. A member of the audience came up to me and asked if we teach...
Gary DeWood | 11 years ago ›
Why Is There Wear?
If you're old enough to remember Bill Cosby's question 'Why is there air?' you have probably come to some peace with the dental question in the title. The...
Gary DeWood | 11 years ago ›