Skip to main content

Spear Digest Dental Articles

Fully Guided Implant Placement and Definitive Restoration with CEREC Complete Digital Workflow

Fully Guided Implant Placement and Definitive Restoration with CEREC Complete Digital Workflow

In this visual essay, you'll learn how to use a complete digital workflow for fully guided implant placement and definitive restoration workflow with...

| 4 years ago
Replacement of Old Veneers
1

Replacement of Old Veneers

A visual essay that demonstrates the steps for replacing existing ceramic veneers.

| 4 years ago
Intrinsic Dental Erosion - Causes and Diagnosis
1

Intrinsic Dental Erosion - Causes and Diagnosis

Learn what to be mindful of with intrinsic erosion lesions, which are commonly found on the palatal surfaces of the maxillary teeth, followed by the occlusal...

| 4 years ago
Tips to Overcome Common Mistakes in Conversion Protocol for Fixed Hybrids

Tips to Overcome Common Mistakes in Conversion Protocol for Fixed Hybrids

Get tips on fixed hybrid techniques, including an immediate loading protocol that includes converting an immediate denture to a fixed provisional, implant-supported...

| 4 years ago
5 Elements of the ‘Less is More’ Approach in Interdisciplinary Treatment
1

5 Elements of the ‘Less is More’ Approach in Interdisciplinary Treatment

Like architecture and design, sometimes the simplest option is most effective in dentistry.

| 4 years ago
Immediate Implant Placement in a Maxillary Molar Site with a Personalized Healing Abutment
1

Immediate Implant Placement in a Maxillary Molar Site with a Personalized Healing Abutment

Learn a step-by-step technique for more confidence in your placement of a Straumann BLX implant with a personalized healing abutment fabricated with flowable...

| 4 years ago
The Use of a Plaster Verification Jig to Ensure Accuracy of the Master Cast Jig

The Use of a Plaster Verification Jig to Ensure Accuracy of the Master Cast Jig

Dr. Mitrani's visual essay outlines steps to understand materials and techniques to fabricate a plaster verification jig.

| 4 years ago
The Power of Anticipation
1

The Power of Anticipation

Anticipating the unexpected is essential to aligning your team to delight your patients with greater consistency.

| 4 years ago
Terminal Dentition: Where Do We Draw the Line?

Terminal Dentition: Where Do We Draw the Line?

When should you extract? When should you preserve? Learning to perform a thorough terminal dentition evaluation will help you better decide the fate of...

| 4 years ago
My Tooth Broke as I Was Eating Soft Bread
1

My Tooth Broke as I Was Eating Soft Bread

There is no reason for a dental restoration to have an expiration date, though the longevity or prognosis of any dental restoration is directly influenced...

| 4 years ago
5 Elements to Consider when Selecting a Full Arch Implant Prosthetic Solution
1

5 Elements to Consider when Selecting a Full Arch Implant Prosthetic Solution

As baby boomers age, clinicians need to be prepared to help by considering five essential aspects for the best course of treatment using full arch, implant-supported...

| 4 years ago
Utilizing Laser to Remove Ceramic Veneers

Utilizing Laser to Remove Ceramic Veneers

Utilizing laser to remove ceramic veneers degrades the bonding interface with hydrolysis of the water in the resin cement, leading to easy removal.

| 4 years ago