Options for Determining Vertical Dimension with Edentulous Patients
Learn how to manage occlusal vertical dimension (OVD) with pre-extraction and post-extraction methods, including the widely used freeway space approach.
Darin Dichter | 1 year ago ›
A Rapid Technique for Closing Screw Access Channels
Have you ever used this method for closing screw access channels?
Darin Dichter | 1 year ago ›
Loading Protocols for Dental Implants
Shortened treatment times have many benefits for dental implant patients; however, dentists must understand the factors that may influence just how soon...
Darin Dichter | 1 year ago ›
3 Key Clinical Steps for Successful Denture Insertion
This repeatable 3-step sequence will help any dentist with a successful denture insertion appointment.
Darin Dichter | 2 years ago ›
Modifying an Anterior Bite Plane with DURASPLINT LC
We offer a 3-step technique for adding material to an existing anterior bite plane.
Darin Dichter | 3 years ago ›
Replacing Triad Provisional Material
Triad provisional material is no longer available. Here's what you can use instead.
Darin Dichter | 3 years ago ›
Indexing the Facebow
We look at two diferent techniques and materials for facebow transfers: silicone bite records and compound stickers.
Darin Dichter | 3 years ago ›
Avoiding Inaccuracy With Closed-tray Implant Impressions
Learn how to create accurate implant impressions and avoid unnecessary complications.
Darin Dichter | 3 years ago ›
Tips for Utilizing Tape With Implant Impressions
How do you keep impression material from 'falling out' of the tray? Tape!
Darin Dichter | 4 years ago ›
Does Using Vacuum Mixer Make a Difference?
We experiment with different methods of mixing to create sample casts in order to see if using a vacuum mixer makes any difference.
Darin Dichter | 4 years ago ›
Reusing Titanium Healing Abutments
You can reuse healing abutments, but should you? We look at the research surrounding contamination commercially available titanium healing abutments.
Darin Dichter | 4 years ago ›
The Implant Working Cast: 4 Steps for Fabricating a Stone Cast
We break down fabricating a stone working cast into four easy-to-follow steps and compare the technique with soft-tissue casts.
Darin Dichter | 4 years ago ›