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Socket Preservation 101: What Works?
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Implants

Socket Preservation 101: What Works?

Once we realize that a tooth is going to be lost, there are a variety of methods and materials to help with socket preservation.

| 1 week ago ›
Top 6 Methods for Managing Gagging Patients
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Techniques & Materials

Top 6 Methods for Managing Gagging Patients

Dr. Jeff Lineberry lists his top 6 methods for managing patients who have a hyperactive gag...

| 2 weeks ago ›
Using Digital Guides to Replace a Missing Tooth with an Implant
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Implants

Using Digital Guides to Replace a Missing Tooth with an Implant

Precise placement and exact execution are critical to a successful implant-based restoration. Learn how to utilize digital surgical guides to ensure a...

| 4 months ago ›
Dentistry: Is It Really That Expensive In the Grand Scheme of Things?
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Your Practice

Dentistry: Is It Really That Expensive In the Grand Scheme of Things?

Your patients' hesitation to invest in their oral health is likely tied to their perception of its overall value.

| 5 months ago ›
Food For Thought On How the State of Medical and Dental Care Is Changing
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Your Practice

Food For Thought On How the State of Medical and Dental Care Is Changing

How can we communicate with our patients in such a way that they value treatment rather than being turned away by costs? Dr. Jeff Lineberry gives his...

| 9 months ago ›
Link Between Medications and Bruxism?
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Occlusion & Wear

Link Between Medications and Bruxism?

Studies show that there is evidence to support the theory that using SSRI medications can lead to sleep bruxism.

| 10 months ago ›
Are You and Your Team Limiting Your Patients' Treatment Choices?
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Your Practice

Are You and Your Team Limiting Your Patients' Treatment Choices?

The way you discuss treatment and costs could have a strong impact on your patients' treatment and overall well-being.

| 11 months ago ›
What Are Treatment Options for the Cracked Tooth?
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Beyond Restoration

What Are Treatment Options for the Cracked Tooth?

Dr. Jeff Lineberry concludes his three-part series on cracked teeth with a look into best treatment methods for various cracked tooth and fractured cusp...

| 1 year ago ›
What’s the Common Denominator with Dental Staff Problems?
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Your Practice

What’s the Common Denominator with Dental Staff Problems?

If you have problems with your dental practice staff, even when you get a new team, here's the one factor you should take into consideration.

| 1 year ago ›
The Solo Dental Practice: Is It Dying?
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Your Practice

The Solo Dental Practice: Is It Dying?

As the marketplace for dentistry continues to change, solo dental practices must learn to evolve, too. Are you evolving?

| 1 year ago ›
Just the Basics Please, Part I: Implant Parts and Pieces 101
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Implants

Just the Basics Please, Part I: Implant Parts and Pieces 101

Part 1 in a series of articles by Dr. Jeff Lineberry to help dentists feel more comfortable about dental...

| 1 year ago ›
The Double-Cord Impression Technique
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Techniques & Materials

The Double-Cord Impression Technique

Try using this impression technique to create better dental restorations.

| 1 year ago ›