Geek is my middle name. If something has buttons, red lights, shiny stuff and makes noise I'm pulled in like a moth to a flame. I realize that not...
Steve Ratcliff | 11 years ago ›
Predictably Marking Tight Restorative Interdental Contacts
When trying in an indirect restoration, a tight interdental contact may need to be marked and adjusted. Using the traditional technique of using articulating...
Robert Winter | 11 years ago ›
You have a patient in the chair. She has an esthetic need that is obvious to anyone who has seen her smile. You're both aware of it, yet neither one of...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
Helping Patients Understand Worn Incisal Edges
As dentists, we see many patients with worn incisal edges. Before restoring these teeth, we need to understand the type or pattern of the tooth wear....
Jeffrey Bonk | 11 years ago ›
What is The "Grand-Doctor" Role?
We're all familiar with the traditional work/retirement model: You work hard earning income and saving until you hit your target retirement date and hang it...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
We have provisional materials available like Fermit or EasyTemp or even bisacryl materials to plug the inlay/onlay preps. The down side of Fermit-like materials...
Mary Anne Salcetti | 11 years ago ›
The Secret That Makes Dentists Great
I have been deeply involved in dentistry for more than 30 years now. I started out by introducing dentists to practice management software and...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
The Smell and Memory Connection
Years ago, I recall learning about the smell and memory connection in dental school. It fascinated me that there is such a strong associative link between...
Martin Mendelson | 11 years ago ›
How do you prepare your restorations for seating after try-in? When I act as my own technician by scanning and fabricating in the office, the porcelain...
Gary DeWood | 11 years ago ›
How to Make the Most of the Nature of Change
Change is the only constant. That's a common expression, one that I think is really true – especially when it comes to human nature. Try to...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
With all of the great content offered by the Spear Faculty and guest writers each month, we want to make certain that you don't miss any of it. The following...
Abigail Pfeiffer | 11 years ago ›
Alignment Showdown: Orthodontics Vs. Restorative Dentistry
Choosing between orthodontics or restorative dentistry can be difficult when evaluating esthetic patients. When treating patients who may not want orthodontics,...
Mark Fleming, D.D.S. | 11 years ago ›