Why Dental Workshops Work: The Crucial Role in Continuing Education
Taking time to attend a dental workshop may seem tough but Dr. Darin Dichter explains why dental workshops work and why they are worth the time away from...
Darin Dichter | 1 year ago ›
Evaluating the Worn Dentition from a Digital File
In this article, supported by several photo examples, Dr. Darin Dichter shows how the use of intraoral scanners can help facilitate occlusal analysis...
Darin Dichter | 1 year ago ›
A Digital Approach to Occlusal Appliance Fabrication
Using a case study example, Dr. Darin Dichter walks through the three main components of a digital approach to occlusal appliance fabrication.
Darin Dichter | 2 years ago ›
The Essential Elements of Occlusal Appliance Fabrication
Spear's Dr. Darin Ditcher explains the essential elements of occlusal appliance fabrication and the analog options for transferring information to the...
Darin Dichter | 2 years ago ›
Clinical Remount Procedure: A Visual Guide
This visual guide of clinical remount procedures provides clinicians with options for efficiently fabricating these casts in the office, thereby preserving...
Darin Dichter | 2 years ago ›
The Importance of Occlusal Analysis in Condylar Seating
An occlusal analysis is a comprehensive way to determine if the proposed treatment plan may destabilize the existing maximum intercuspation and a new...
Darin Dichter | 2 years ago ›
Loading Protocols for Implant Overdentures – To Wait or Not to Wait?
Follow Dr. Darin Dichter as he outlines current loading protocols and recommendations for implant overdentures, based on current literature.
Darin Dichter | 3 years ago ›
Oh Snap! Managing a Fractured Denture Base
In many cases, a damaged prosthesis can be sent to the dental laboratory for repair, but what if the lab isn't available? Here's what to do.
Darin Dichter | 3 years ago ›
Using the Matrix Technique for Repairing Debonded Denture Teeth
Dr. Darin Dichter reveals a step-by-step technique for repairing debonded denture teeth.
Darin Dichter | 4 years ago ›
Occlusal Vertical Dimension and the Edentulous Patient: Methods for Recording OVD
Measuring occlusal vertical dimension accurately is necessary to evaluate the prosthetic space and ensure a predictable outcome.
Darin Dichter | 4 years ago ›
Options for Improving Clinical Efficiency When Fabricating New Removable Complete Dentures
Learn alternatives to the classic five-step approach to fabricating conventional complete removable dentures to potentially shorten treatment time.
Darin Dichter | 5 years ago ›
Options for Determining Vertical Dimension with Edentulous Patients (Part 2)
Learn approaches to determining occlusal vertical dimension with the goal of building confidence in managing edentulous patients.
Darin Dichter | 5 years ago ›