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Doctor, Why Does This Temporary Keep Coming Off?
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Occlusion & Wear

Doctor, Why Does This Temporary Keep Coming Off?

When the patient handed me the temporary, I noticed that while it seem thick enough, not only was it not on, it was also cracked – which of course...

| 1 day ago ›
Dr. Jeff Rouse Joins 'Worn Dentition' Seminar, Bringing More Comprehensive Keys To Success
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Occlusion & Wear

Dr. Jeff Rouse Joins 'Worn Dentition' Seminar, Bringing More Comprehensive Keys To Success

'Treating the Worn Dentition' is a can't-miss seminar for clinicians of all levels looking to evolve their ability to treat wear cases and evaluate etiology,...

| 2 weeks ago ›
Causes of Excess Overjet
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Occlusion & Wear

Causes of Excess Overjet

What causes excess overjet? This article explores three major causes.

| 2 months ago ›
How To Classify TM Joints - Part II
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Occlusion & Wear

How To Classify TM Joints - Part II

Part I introduced a simple 5-stage method for classifying TM joints - now check out this detailed method.

| 2 months ago ›
Solving the Silent Epidemic of Cracked Teeth
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Occlusion & Wear

Solving the Silent Epidemic of Cracked Teeth

Cracked teeth may be an epidemic, but it can be difficult to diagnose and treat. Here are some tips on helping your patients with cracked teeth.

| 2 months ago ›
5 Keys for Early Palatal Expansion
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Occlusion & Wear

5 Keys for Early Palatal Expansion

We discuss 5 key reasons for early expansion, giving additional support for early application of this beneficial...

| 3 months ago ›
Classifying TM Joints - Part I
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Occlusion & Wear

Classifying TM Joints - Part I

This article will describe the classification system designed by Clyde Wilkes and outline the 5 different stages of TM joints in the Wilkes...

| 3 months ago ›
Options for Determining Vertical Dimension: Part I
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Occlusion & Wear

Options for Determining Vertical Dimension: Part I

What are the best techniques and methods for determining vertical dimension in dentate patients?

| 3 months ago ›
A New Perspective On Vertical Dimension
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Occlusion & Wear

A New Perspective On Vertical Dimension

This article talks about how to redefine occlusion to include the temporomandibular joints.

| 4 months ago ›
3 Key Clinical Steps for Successful Denture Insertion
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Occlusion & Wear

3 Key Clinical Steps for Successful Denture Insertion

This repeatable 3-step sequence will help any dentist with a successful denture insertion appointment.

| 6 months ago ›
Occlusion: Teeth vs. Implants
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Occlusion & Wear

Occlusion: Teeth vs. Implants

Whether we're talking about teeth or implants, occlusion can be a tricky thing. So in this article we highlight their key differences in regards to occlusion...

| 7 months ago ›
A Guide to Anterior Open Bites
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Occlusion & Wear

A Guide to Anterior Open Bites

Dr. Frank Spear discusses the causes of anterior open bites and how to diagnose them.

| 7 months ago ›