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Monthly Spear TALK Highlight - 'Should I Invest In an Intraoral Scanner?'
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Techniques & Materials

Monthly Spear TALK Highlight - 'Should I Invest In an Intraoral Scanner?'

Still on the fence about whether or not to invest in an intraoral scanner? Not sure how to decide on the right one? Check out this Spear TALK thread for...

| 5 days ago ›
Do You Still Use Traditional Cement?
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Techniques & Materials

Do You Still Use Traditional Cement?

What type of cement do you use for restorations? Dr. Gregg Kinzer details when he uses traditional cement or when he bonds restorations.

| 1 week ago ›
FPDs Vs. Implants Part II: How Do FPDs Most Often Fail?
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Techniques & Materials

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.

| 1 week ago ›
Digital Printing: Are We There Yet?
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Techniques & Materials

Digital Printing: Are We There Yet?

3D printing is the way of the future - but with so many options, how can you choose the best one for your practice?

| 3 weeks ago ›
Implant Supported Fixed Bridge for Maxillary Incisors
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Techniques & Materials

Implant Supported Fixed Bridge for Maxillary Incisors

When there are several options available, it is really our responsibility to help the patient make the decisions on the options available based on their...

| 1 month ago ›
How Does Toothbrushing Affect Restorative Materials?
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Techniques & Materials

How Does Toothbrushing Affect Restorative Materials?

Be aware of how toothbrushing may be affecting your patients' restorations.

| 1 month ago ›
2 Critical Steps To Avoid Restoration Errors
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2 Critical Steps To Avoid Restoration Errors

Cementing final restorations can be stressful - here's how to ensure everything goes smoothly.

| 1 month ago ›
The Evolution of Composites and Light-Curing
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Techniques & Materials

The Evolution of Composites and Light-Curing

We look at the evolution of light curing and composite materials and what you can do to better your outcomes today.

| 2 months ago ›
Risks of Using Worn Implant Wrenches
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Techniques & Materials

Risks of Using Worn Implant Wrenches

Are you checking your implant wrenches for wear as often as you should? Doing so will help you avoid these risks.

| 2 months ago ›
4 Ways to Use Plumber's Tape in Your Dental Practice
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Techniques & Materials

4 Ways to Use Plumber's Tape in Your Dental Practice

Call it plumber's tape, PTFE tape or thread seal tape, dentists should keep this in their armamentarium.

| 2 months ago ›
Featherlite Polishing Wheels From Brasseler
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Featherlite Polishing Wheels From Brasseler

Check out these tips for tooth reduction and polishing.

| 2 months ago ›
I Don't Want Braces
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Techniques & Materials

I Don't Want Braces

We've all dealt with it: a patient wants esthetic changes without using braces. What's a dentist to do?

| 3 months ago ›