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 | 10 months 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 | 1 year 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 ›