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...
Edward Roman | 3 months ago ›
The Single Central Checklist in Anterior Tooth Restoration
Meeting patient expectations with anterior tooth restoration is indeed a significant challenge. After all, these procedures involve not just restoring...
Jeffrey Bonk | 4 months ago ›
Innovative Applications of the MiniSTAR S Thermoforming Machine
Discover the game changing MiniSTAR S thermoforming machine for your dental practice. Explore innovative applications and techniques to enhance patient...
Doug Benting | 1 year ago ›
Is Flexural Strength a Keystone Property of Restorative Dental Materials?
Spear Resident Faculty member, Dr. Doug Benting, discusses restorative dental materials such as high-performance polymers—their relative flexural strengths, their...
Doug Benting | 1 year ago ›
The Impact of Handwork and Coloring Agents on Monolithic Zirconia
Monolithic zirconia restorations have benefits relative to material strength and tooth color, but handwork and coloring agents can alter zirconia's physical...
Doug Benting | 2 years ago ›
Three Solutions for Congenitally Missing Lateral Incisors: A Photo Essay
Addressing congenitally missing lateral incisors is a common condition that justifies an interdisciplinary solution, such as canine substitution, resin-bonded...
Ricardo Mitrani | 2 years ago ›
Optimizing Occlusal Contours of a Full Arch Immediately Loaded Provisional Prosthesis
Two techniques to rebuild occlusal contours and facilitate occlusal reconstruction of a full arch implant-supported solution.
Ricardo Mitrani | 2 years ago ›
PFM or Zirconia Crown? A Patient’s Question and Concerns
Today's patients are very much aware of dentistry and its benefits to oral health. This greater engagement has led to our patients asking more questions...
Jeffrey Bonk | 2 years ago ›
Novaloc Overdenture System: A New Approach To Low-Profile Attachments
While creating a new upper and lower overdenture definitive restoration, I identified many scenarios where a Straumann Novaloc attachment system could...
Doug Benting | 2 years ago ›