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Minimally Invasive Caries Removal: An Evidence-Based Technique

Minimally Invasive Caries Removal: An Evidence-Based Technique

More conservative approaches to caries removal, such as the selective and stepwise techniques, are preferred today because they help preserve dentin pulp...

| 3 weeks ago
Reducing Sensitivity in Class II Direct Resin Restorations
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Reducing Sensitivity in Class II Direct Resin Restorations

Use these five techniques to help prevent the potentially high levels of composite polymerization stress when filling Class II cavities.

| 3 months ago
‘No’ Doesn’t Mean ‘Never’: How To Present Treatment for Advanced Cases

‘No’ Doesn’t Mean ‘Never’: How To Present Treatment for Advanced Cases

Patients who view their dentist as an advocate are more likely to stay with the practice until they're ready to begin treatment. Here's how to make that...

| 4 months ago
A Guide to Better Shade-Taking in Dentistry

A Guide to Better Shade-Taking in Dentistry

In this article, Dr. Ed Roman evaluates essential techniques for shade-taking in dentistry by enhancing communication with labs for superior aesthetic...

| 7 months ago
Arg! Another Zirconia Crown Fell Off: A Guide to Recementing Crowns
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Arg! Another Zirconia Crown Fell Off: A Guide to Recementing Crowns

In this article, Dr. Jeffrey Bonk provides a comprehensive guide to recementing crowns that will eliminate frustrations.

| 8 months ago
Rubber Dam Benefits Part 2: Advocating for Cofferdam Integration

Rubber Dam Benefits Part 2: Advocating for Cofferdam Integration

In this follow-up to his last article on the cofferdam, Dr. Jason Smithson offers some tips for overcoming common objections and advocating for its use.

| 9 months ago
Explaining the Benefits of Toothpaste to Fight Dangerous Dental Trends
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Explaining the Benefits of Toothpaste to Fight Dangerous Dental Trends

Explaining the benefits of toothpaste to your patients may seem elementary, but it could help you fight dangerous dental trends. Learn more here.

| 10 months ago
Managing Dentogingival Discrepancies: Orthodontic and Surgical Options

Managing Dentogingival Discrepancies: Orthodontic and Surgical Options

Dr. Mitrani offers insight on surgical and orthodontic treatment in dentogingival discrepancies in this article.

| 10 months ago
Dental Terms in Spanish to Help You Connect with Patients

Dental Terms in Spanish to Help You Connect with Patients

Learning basic dental terms in Spanish can help close communication gaps with patients, but you shouldn't stop there. Consider adding cultural development,...

| 1 year ago
Managing the Midline Diastema Part 3: The Restoration

Managing the Midline Diastema Part 3: The Restoration

In the final article of this series on midline diastemas, Dr. Jason Smithson walks through the step-by-step process of doing the restoration with direct...

| 1 year ago
Managing the Midline Diastema Part 2: Challenges

Managing the Midline Diastema Part 2: Challenges

In the second of a 3-part series on midline diastemas, Dr. Jason Smithson discusses the special challenges you can encounter in providing treatment for...

| 1 year ago
Managing the Midline Diastema Part 1: Etiology

Managing the Midline Diastema Part 1: Etiology

In the first of a 3-part series on midline diastemas, Dr. Jason Smithson examines the etiology of the condition and what initial exams should include.

| 1 year ago