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If Your Impression Could Speak, What Would It Say?

If Your Impression Could Speak, What Would It Say?

This dentist has a unique perspective on the power an impression has to communicate much more than just the patient's condition.

| 7 years ago
How to Create Value with Unscheduled Treatment Follow-Ups
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How to Create Value with Unscheduled Treatment Follow-Ups

Are too many of your patients walking out of the office without scheduling treatment? Here's how to change that simply by more effectively communicating...

| 7 years ago
Implant Dilemma: What's Going on With Open Contacts?
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Implant Dilemma: What's Going on With Open Contacts?

Dr. Greggory Kinzer discusses a study on implant open contacts and the importance of patient monitoring.

| 7 years ago
When Should I Order an MRI?
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When Should I Order an MRI?

What are the tell-tale signs that should immediately suggest that you order an MRI for your patient?

| 7 years ago
The Point of the First Point
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The Point of the First Point

When it comes to planning cases with retrusive wear, starting with the first point of contact - the fully-seated condylar position - will set you up for...

| 7 years ago
What Happens When You Have To Extract and Replace a Molar?

What Happens When You Have To Extract and Replace a Molar?

Before you extract and replace a molar, it's crucial that you understand why it was lost to begin with.

| 7 years ago
Restoring Discolored Endodontically Treated Teeth: Case 2
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Restoring Discolored Endodontically Treated Teeth: Case 2

Dr. Frank Spear discusses how treated a patient who presented with discolored endodontically treated central incisors with existing veneers.

| 7 years ago
Complete Vs. Incomplete Caries Removal - Risk of Complications and Failure
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Complete Vs. Incomplete Caries Removal - Risk of Complications and Failure

When it comes to caries removal, how do you determine whether a complete or incomplete approach is best? Learn more about the risks and potential complications...

| 7 years ago
Loading Protocols for Dental Implants
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Loading Protocols for Dental Implants

Shortened treatment times have many benefits for dental implant patients; however, dentists must understand the factors that may influence just how soon...

| 7 years ago
A Simple Process for Making Beautiful Anterior Composites - The 'Dentin Samich' Technique
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A Simple Process for Making Beautiful Anterior Composites - The 'Dentin Samich' Technique

Want beautiful anterior composites without all the fuss? Here's a simple, easy-to-remember process.

| 7 years ago
Digital Scanning of Implants By Specialists
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Digital Scanning of Implants By Specialists

If you want predictable outcomes and streamlined sequencing for digital implant planning, asking the right questions and initiating clear interdisciplinary...

| 7 years ago
Where Is the Edge?
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Where Is the Edge?

Determining where an incisal edge should be placed isn't always easy. Here's a technique to try next time you're feeling stuck.

| 7 years ago