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Treatment Planning with Confidence

Treatment Planning with Confidence

Moving beyond single tooth dentistry requires a change in the way we view and speak with patients. This workshop introduces the proven facially generated treatment planning (FGTP) approach to help you treatment plan any patient in your practice, regardless of the complexity.

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Treatment Planning with Confidence

Occlusion in Clinical Practice

Occlusion is one of the most confusing topics in dentistry. Dogmatic, often conflicting, theories coupled with variable dental school and clinical practice experiences often leave clinicians wondering how to best manage their patients.

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Treatment Planning with Confidence

Restorative Design

Tooth preparation is the foundation of what we do as restorative dentists. Crowns, minimal reduction veneers, conventional reduction veneers, extensive reduction veneers, veneerlays, onlays, inlays – the design is dictated by the requirements of the material selected and the outcome desired.

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Comprehensive Alveolar Ridge Augmentation and Implant Placement
Implants

Comprehensive Alveolar Ridge Augmentation and Implant Placement

Postextraction alveolar ridge shrinking may compromise the patient's oral health, but bone and epithelial grafting can help ensure long-term implant success.

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Reducing Sensitivity in Class II Direct Resin Restorations
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Techniques & Materials

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.

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Managing Implant Challenges in the Esthetic Zone
Implants

Managing Implant Challenges in the Esthetic Zone

Gingival and contralateral symmetry are important considerations, especially when placing more than one implant.

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

‘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...

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What Is Centric Relation?
Occlusion & Wear

What Is Centric Relation?

Centric relation involves patients whose condyle-disc assembly involves 'normal joints fitting into normal sockets.' But often, that's not the case.

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Sustainable Dentistry: Safely Recycling Dental Equipment
Practice Management

Sustainable Dentistry: Safely Recycling Dental Equipment

Recycling dental equipment is essential in promoting environmental sustainability. With responsible policies, practices can reduce their ecological footprint.

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Taking Records for Day-to-Day Implant Restorations
Implants

Taking Records for Day-to-Day Implant Restorations

As dental implants become more common, understanding the pros and cons of different methods for recording implant restorations is vital for optimal results.

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Collaborating with Your Local Gym for New Dental Referrals
Practice Management

Collaborating with Your Local Gym for New Dental Referrals

Your local gym can be a rich resource for dental referrals from health-conscious individuals. This three-phase guide will help you benefit from outreach...

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Dental Patient Compliance and Adherence: Impacts on Outcomes and Costs
Case Presentation

Dental Patient Compliance and Adherence: Impacts on Outcomes and Costs

Patient compliance is key to dental treatment success. Read on to learn how it impacts outcomes in orthodontics, periodontics, and implants.

| 3 months ago ›
How AI Dental Software is Modernizing Practices
Practice Management

How AI Dental Software is Modernizing Practices

AI dental software is revolutionizing dental practices by streamlining scheduling, patient education, diagnostics, and more. Learn how to effectively...

| 3 months ago ›
The Importance of Using Dental Templates
Techniques & Materials

The Importance of Using Dental Templates

As dental schools increasingly pivot towards digital technologies, the tactile skills crucial for understanding tooth anatomy and mastering clinical procedures...

| 3 months ago ›
Rubber Dam Clamps, Floss Ties, and Teflon Tape: Part 4
Techniques & Materials

Rubber Dam Clamps, Floss Ties, and Teflon Tape: Part 4

In part four of Dr. Jason Smithson's series on rubber dams, clamp options, floss ties, and Teflon tape take center stage.

| 4 months ago ›

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