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A Quick Tooth Shade Matching Technique to Simplify the Chairside Process

A Quick Tooth Shade Matching Technique to Simplify the Chairside Process

Using this tooth shade matching technique makes selecting a reference tooth shade simple, efficient, and predictable for restorative dentists to do chairside.

| 2 years ago
Dual Arch Impression Techniques for a More Successful Restoration

Dual Arch Impression Techniques for a More Successful Restoration

Dual arch impression techniques are faster, more efficient, and more economical than taking separate full arch impressions. Dr. Robert Winter reveals...

| 2 years ago
State of Dental CE: Trends for 2022

State of Dental CE: Trends for 2022

In Spear Education's State of Dental CE study, dental CE trends point to more hands-on in-person learning about clinical topics. Read on to learn more...

| 2 years ago
Using Golden Percentage in Dentistry for Ideal Tooth Proportions

Using Golden Percentage in Dentistry for Ideal Tooth Proportions

One of the critical aspects of esthetic dentistry is creating geometric or mathematical proportions for esthetic outcomes. Applying the concept of golden...

| 2 years ago
The Fourth Solution:  Congenitally Missing Lateral Incisor Implant Photo Essay
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The Fourth Solution: Congenitally Missing Lateral Incisor Implant Photo Essay

A lateral incisor implant has proven to be a predictable and viable interdisciplinary protocol for patients with congenitally missing maxillary incisors.

| 2 years ago
Integrating Myofunctional Therapy Training into Your Dental Practice with BROOM Screening
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Integrating Myofunctional Therapy Training into Your Dental Practice with BROOM Screening

Conducting myofunctional therapy training for dental staff using the screening tool ‘BROOM', provides details about your patient's health. Before your...

| 2 years ago
Three Solutions for Congenitally Missing Lateral Incisors: A Photo Essay
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Three Solutions for Congenitally Missing Lateral Incisors: A Photo Essay

Addressing congenitally missing lateral incisors is a common condition that justifies an interdisciplinary solution, such as canine substitution, resin-bonded...

| 2 years ago
New Dental Continuing Education Course: Exodontia in Preparation for Dental Implants

New Dental Continuing Education Course: Exodontia in Preparation for Dental Implants

This new Spear dental continuing education course helps dentists predictably remove a hopeless tooth and limit bone resorption in preparation for dental...

| 2 years ago
Lingualized Occlusion and the Edentulous Patient

Lingualized Occlusion and the Edentulous Patient

Dr. Doug Benting explains the goals and key features of lingualized occlusion, an occlusal design option for edentulous patients wanting complete dentures.

| 2 years ago
Communicating a Facebow Transfer Procedure: A Case Study

Communicating a Facebow Transfer Procedure: A Case Study

A successful facebow transfer procedure requires accurate images and concise communication with the dental lab. This case study outlines the best way...

| 2 years ago
Four Key Aspects of the Best Dental Events for Greatest ROI

Four Key Aspects of the Best Dental Events for Greatest ROI

When considering upcoming dental events, what four components make up a successful conference? Read on to see what will bring you the most ROI and how...

| 2 years ago
Resources for Welcoming Transgender Patients into Your Dental Practice
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Resources for Welcoming Transgender Patients into Your Dental Practice

With a rise in Americans identifying as transgender, dentists must think of ways to better welcome and serve transgender patients if they want to grow...

| 2 years ago