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Four Steps to Simplifying Your Life
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Four Steps to Simplifying Your Life

Excess and clutter are the enemies of clean and effective living. As we go through life we tend to acquire material things and to-do lists that eventually...

| 11 years ago
Sleep Apnea: History of Present Illness
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Sleep Apnea: History of Present Illness

When we choose to treat Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) in our dental offices, we take on a set of increased responsibilities. Thorough data collection...

| 11 years ago
Are You 'Out to Lunch' on Patient Priorities?
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Are You 'Out to Lunch' on Patient Priorities?

If I called your office today shortly after 12 pm, what would happen? Would someone pick up immediately and begin to engage with me? Would they...

| 11 years ago
This is All You Really Have
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This is All You Really Have

I have been a runner for years. For a long time, I approached running solely as a form of exercise like most people. I would put in the miles, but my...

| 11 years ago
Understanding the Medical Examination for Sleep Patients

Understanding the Medical Examination for Sleep Patients

In dentistry, it's common to have patients fill out a medical history listing prior concerns, allergies and current medications. We are curious about...

| 11 years ago
Are You Aware of Your Blind Spots as a Dentist?

Are You Aware of Your Blind Spots as a Dentist?

One of the first things we learn when we are taught how to drive is to be aware of our 'blind spots.' You can watch the road ahead, look left and right and...

| 11 years ago
How to Take a Protrusive Bite Record [Ed.]
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How to Take a Protrusive Bite Record [Ed.]

A protrusive bite record is taken with Master wax with the mandible pushed forward into a protrusive movement so that the condyle has moved down...

| 11 years ago
The Question Every Dentist-Owner Must Ask

The Question Every Dentist-Owner Must Ask

It's the question every practice owner must ask eventually. How honest you are with your answer – and what action that compels you take – will...

| 11 years ago
Can Stem Cells Found in Gum Tissue Fight Inflammatory Disease?

Can Stem Cells Found in Gum Tissue Fight Inflammatory Disease?

A recent news release suggests stem cells found in mouth tissue can not only become other types of cells but can also relieve inflammatory disease, according...

| 11 years ago
Why You Should 'Love the Problem'
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Why You Should 'Love the Problem'

During our recent stay in Hawaii we were looking forward to an enjoyable evening on the patio at a well-regarded restaurant. I knew as soon as our host...

| 11 years ago
When Cuspal Coverage is More Appropriate
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When Cuspal Coverage is More Appropriate

In a recent article, I went over the ideals for restoring teeth in the posterior with direct composite. However, there will be times when direct composite...

| 11 years ago
How Should I Feel?
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How Should I Feel?

It's official, there is now another Manji in our family and I couldn't be prouder. My son Kaleim and his wonderful bride Liz were married this weekend...

| 11 years ago