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Spear Releases New Pediatric Dentistry Curriculum
Spear Updates

Spear Releases New Pediatric Dentistry Curriculum

Spear has released a new curriculum that will introduce viewers to basic concepts and considerations behind pediatric dentistry.

| 6 years ago ›
Ankylosis Part III: Treating Children With Ankylosed Permanent Teeth
Esthetics

Ankylosis Part III: Treating Children With Ankylosed Permanent Teeth

When ankylosis is diagnosed in a child, certain factors are even more important to evaluate prior to making the treatment decision.

| 6 years ago ›
3 Ways To Help Patients Pay For the Dental Care They Need
Practice Management

3 Ways To Help Patients Pay For the Dental Care They Need

Don't let costs be the reason your patients decline your best treatment - help them value dental care and understand their best payment options.

| 6 years ago ›
Lip, Tooth, Ridge Classification Part 2: Risk Assessment
Beyond Restoration

Lip, Tooth, Ridge Classification Part 2: Risk Assessment

In the second article of his 'Lip, Tooth, Ridge' series, Dr. Ricardo Mitrani explains how to carry out esthetic and structural risk assessments.

| 6 years ago ›
Spear Releases New 'Introduction to Airway Prosthodontics" Curriculum
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Spear Updates

Spear Releases New 'Introduction to Airway Prosthodontics" Curriculum

Spear has released a new curriculum on airway prosthodontics that introduces viewers to the signs, impacts and treatment of airway dysfunction.

| 6 years ago ›
That's a Lot Of Soft Tissue To Look At, But It's Our Responsibility
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Techniques & Materials

That's a Lot Of Soft Tissue To Look At, But It's Our Responsibility

Classifying and evaluating soft tissue structures can be a key component in identifying potential airway issues and overall oral health.

| 6 years ago ›
Your Dental Patient Pyramid
Practice Management

Your Dental Patient Pyramid

Dr. Mike Monokian breaks down 5 main types of dental patients and how their perception of dental insurance may impact your ability to offer...

| 6 years ago ›
Composing Photographs: Capturing the Correct Perspective
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Techniques & Materials

Composing Photographs: Capturing the Correct Perspective

This article offers a detailed guide to capturing the clearest and most effective perspectives when composing patient photographs.

| 6 years ago ›
Spear Releases Study Club Modules on Photography and Comprehensive Treatment
Spear Updates

Spear Releases Study Club Modules on Photography and Comprehensive Treatment

Spear has released two new Study Club modules, one focused on the fundamentals of clinical photography and another that lays out the details of a well-planned...

| 6 years ago ›
What is an Active Patient?
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Practice Management

What is an Active Patient?

Imtiaz Manji breaks down the meaning of an 'active patient' and explains the dentist's role in maintaining that status.

| 6 years ago ›
When Virtual Impressions Beat Physical Impressions, Hands Down
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Techniques & Materials

When Virtual Impressions Beat Physical Impressions, Hands Down

What's the benefit of choosing virtual impression methods over physical ones? Dr. John Carson outlines the tools and technology behind the technique.

| 6 years ago ›
An Introduction To Lip, Tooth, Ridge Classification
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Beyond Restoration

An Introduction To Lip, Tooth, Ridge Classification

Dr. Ricardo Mitrani shares his insight into the development, uses and advantages of the Lip-Tooth-Ridge classification for rehabilitating the edentulous...

| 6 years ago ›