Planning the Class IV: Workhorse of Cosmetic Dentistry – Part 3
Learn Dr. Jason Smithson's go-to protocol for layering direct composite to achieve aesthetic success and functional durability.
Jason Smithson | 1 month ago ›
Planning the Class IV: Workhorse of Cosmetic Dentistry – Part 2
In part two of Dr. Smithson's series, learn why particle abrasion improves bond strengths and longevity for Class IV direct composite restorations.
Jason Smithson | 1 month ago ›
Planning the Class IV: The Workhorse of Cosmetic Dentistry — Part 1
With proper planning and a command for Class IV restorations, Dr. Jason Smithson believes dentists can confidently approach any anterior situation with...
Jason Smithson | 2 months ago ›
A Comprehensive Guide To Biologic Width
Don't violate the biologic width. Learn more about this term, its significance to the clinician and what happens if you don't take it into consideration.
Frank Spear | 2 months ago ›
Replacement of Old Veneers
A visual essay that demonstrates the steps for replacing existing ceramic veneers.
Ricardo Mitrani | 1 year ago ›
Simple Bounce Flash Portraits - How to Go Beyond Taking Mugshots
Spending too much time and space on flashes, softboxes and beauty dishes? Learn to bounce flash using a speedlight for beautiful portraits with uniform...
Dawn Wehking | 1 year ago ›
5 Elements of the ‘Less is More’ Approach in Interdisciplinary Treatment
Like architecture and design, sometimes the simplest option is most effective in dentistry.
Ricardo Mitrani | 2 years ago ›
Color and Shade Selection for Anterior Composites
Dr. James H. Peyton addresses custom shade selection to find the best match for esthetics cases.
James Peyton | 2 years ago ›
A Novel Concept for Masking Dark Preps
Bleaching a tooth internally can significantly help change the prep color and make the restoration more typical. However, oftentimes this is not an...
Greggory Kinzer | 2 years ago ›
Dr. Michael Gunson joins Spear Resident Faculty, 'Esthetics’ Seminar
Oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Michael Gunson brings a unique clinical perspective to Resident Faculty and the 'Interdisciplinary Management of Esthetic...
Michael Ferraresi | 2 years ago ›
How to Recognize the 5 Types of Tooth Cracks
This article gives an in-depth look at the 5 different types of cracked teeth and how to plan and execute most effective...
Jeffrey Bonk | 2 years ago ›
The Four Possible Causes for Lack of Tooth Display
Next time a patient presents with minimal tooth display, refer to this article for four potential causes.
Greggory Kinzer | 2 years ago ›