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Positioning Maxillary Central Incisal Edges

Positioning Maxillary Central Incisal Edges

Dr. Frank Spear discusses best practices for determining and understanding maxillary central incisor position, particularly in cases of severe wear.

| 6 years ago
Lab Communication: Shade and Surface Texture

Lab Communication: Shade and Surface Texture

Learn why photography is the most effective way of communicating shade and surface texture to your lab technicians.

| 6 years ago
My Favorite Photograph: It Tells the Whole Story (Almost)
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My Favorite Photograph: It Tells the Whole Story (Almost)

This article discusses characteristics of great clinical patient photography that will increase case success, improve treatment planning and aid in diagnosis.

| 6 years ago
Are You and Your Team Limiting Your Patients' Treatment Choices?

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.

| 6 years ago
Evaluating Facial Esthetics: Lip Symmetry
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Evaluating Facial Esthetics: Lip Symmetry

Dr. Frank Spear explains the importance of lip symmetry in creating ideal facial esthetics and beautiful smiles.

| 6 years ago
An Overview of Radiographic Technologies in General Dentistry

An Overview of Radiographic Technologies in General Dentistry

Dr. Kevin Huff outlines the main types of radiographic technology used in general dentistry.

| 6 years ago
An Intro To Basic DSLR Camera Settings

An Intro To Basic DSLR Camera Settings

Dr. Courtney Lavigne gives an overview of basic DSLR camera settings every dentist should know in order to ensure successful photography in their practice.

| 6 years ago
Spear Releases Patient Education Videos on Toothbrushes and Fluoride

Spear Releases Patient Education Videos on Toothbrushes and Fluoride

Spear has released two new home care Patient Education videos on toothbrushes and fluoride.

| 6 years ago
Implants: Screw-Retained vs. Cement-Retained
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Implants: Screw-Retained vs. Cement-Retained

Dr. Gregg Kinzer compares both screw-retained and cement-retained implant options.

| 6 years ago
Owning a Private Practice in the DSO World
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Owning a Private Practice in the DSO World

Dr. Puneet Sandhu shares his perspective on the statistics and specifics of private practice ownership compared to DSOs.

| 6 years ago
Spear Releases Full Arch Zirconia Fixed Prosthesis Study Club Module

Spear Releases Full Arch Zirconia Fixed Prosthesis Study Club Module

In this study club, Dr. Steve Ratcliff continues with the restorative treatment planning and execution of a full arch zirconia fixed prosthesis.

| 7 years ago
Medical Billing in the Digital Dental Practice Part II

Medical Billing in the Digital Dental Practice Part II

Dr. Chris Farrugia debunks six myths about medical billing and what all dental professionals must understand in order to implement and apply it in their...

| 7 years ago