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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...
Gary DeWood | 11 years ago ›
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...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
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...
Abigail Pfeiffer | 11 years ago ›
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...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
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...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
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...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
A Brief History of Dental Anesthesia
The ability to control pain is a critical part of all dental procedures. Throughout history, dental professionals have used a variety of methods for dental...
Denise Prichard | 11 years ago ›
The Supreme Importance of Checklists
This is the airplane I recently left Hawaii on. I took this picture from the departure lounge, and if you look closely you can see the pylon cones and...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
Are You Complying With the New OSHA Regulations?
It's so easy to ignore the small yet onerous details that our government requires through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). And...
Mary Anne Salcetti | 11 years ago ›
How to Create a Team Worth Stealing
Are the people on your team the kind of people another practitioner would love to hire away from you? Are they the kind of people who love leading-edge...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
How to Discover a New Way to See
I didn't expect much of this diving excursion. Our divemaster was young – she was 22 – and as I mentioned previously, our visit to...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›
Making Occlusal Adjustments Easier
Years ago I was introduced to a bur that I've found to be fantastic for occlusal adjustment. The bur I'm referring to is an 8909, also sometimes...
John Carson | 11 years ago ›