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The Secret Behind the ‘Lucky’ Dentist

The Secret Behind the ‘Lucky’ Dentist

Want to capture the magic of other 'lucky' dentists? Here's how.

| 9 years ago
The True Cost of Not Knowing What’s Going on Top of Your Implants

The True Cost of Not Knowing What’s Going on Top of Your Implants

Are aftermarket components really worth the initial savings? We take a look at an implant case to find out.

| 9 years ago
Tooth Wear Appliances: Anterior Bite Planes
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Tooth Wear Appliances: Anterior Bite Planes

Anterior bite planes are an excellent choice for patients with tooth wear from attrition. Learn more about this occlusal appliance from Dr. Frank Spear.

| 9 years ago
Are You Ready to Win the Day?

Are You Ready to Win the Day?

Successful dentists win the day with more than just positivity. Here's how to make good days great.

| 9 years ago
Restoring Discolored Endodontically Treated Teeth: Case 1
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Restoring Discolored Endodontically Treated Teeth: Case 1

This is the first in a series of examples of the different presentations that can occur surrounding the restoration of discolored endodontically treated...

| 9 years ago
Creating a Radiographic Template for Implant Planning Step-by-Step

Creating a Radiographic Template for Implant Planning Step-by-Step

Implant planning has become more sophisticated in recent years. Following these 10 steps will...

| 9 years ago
One Thing All Winning Dentists (and all Winners) Do

One Thing All Winning Dentists (and all Winners) Do

Whether they're dentists or an Olympians, winners record every effort and track their progress. Here's why.

| 9 years ago
Evaluating Facial Esthetics: Facial Profile
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Evaluating Facial Esthetics: Facial Profile

Dr. Frank Spear focuses on understanding how to evaluate profiles, and what the evaluation can teach dentists about possible treatment decisions.

| 9 years ago
Making Success a Habit

Making Success a Habit

Life inside a dental practice is a life dominated by systems and habits.Here's how to make those systems and habits work in your favor.

| 9 years ago
Applying a Pontic Barrier on a Surgical Site

Applying a Pontic Barrier on a Surgical Site

Here's a quick and relatively easy way to apply a pontic barrier on a surgical site.

| 9 years ago
What To Do With a Gummy Smile
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What To Do With a Gummy Smile

A brief look at the causes of and how to treat gummy smiles.

| 9 years ago
Outcome-Based Preparation Design of Anterior Teeth Part II: Single Dimension Problems

Outcome-Based Preparation Design of Anterior Teeth Part II: Single Dimension Problems

This article covers all the examples of one-dimension problems that must be addressed in the preparation design of anterior teeth.

| 9 years ago