Autogenous Fat: Preferred Material for TMJ Disk Replacement
While disk repairs are the preferred option to restore normal joint anatomy, it may not be possible with the amount of soft- or hard-tissue deformation....
Jim McKee | 2 years ago ›
A Guide to Anterior Open Bites
Dr. Frank Spear discusses the causes of anterior open bites and how to diagnose them.
Frank Spear | 2 years ago ›
Post-Pandemic Dentistry: Bruxism, Tooth Wear, and Communication
Dr. Frank Spear explores considerations for pandemic-induced increases in bruxism—and discusses how the co-diagnosis approach can inspire action.
Frank Spear | 3 years ago ›
Post-Pandemic Dentistry: TMD Fact and Fiction
Dr. Jim McKee explores why the pervasive myth behind TMD could contribute to missed diagnoses and improper treatment—and how doctors and teams can avoid it.
Jim McKee | 3 years ago ›
6 Key Factors for Getting Patients to Say “Yes” to MRIs and CBCTs
Dr. Jim McKee discusses the six key clinical factors that can help uncertain patients recognize the value in TMJ imaging.
Jim McKee | 3 years ago ›
Some Questions I’ve Been Asked About Occlusion Over the Years (Part 2)
Philadelphia's Dr. Carl Steinberg addresses burning questions about bite splints, nightguards and other occlusion-related clinical challenges.
Carl Steinberg | 3 years ago ›
Some Questions I’ve Been Asked About Occlusion Over the Years
Philadelphia's Dr. Carl Steinberg, a restorative dentist, mentor, and instructor, answers real-life occlusion questions.
Carl Steinberg | 3 years ago ›
Updated Occlusion Pathway: Dr. Spear Releases 2 New Courses
Spear Online members now have access to fresh occlusion content, including two new courses that are part of Dr. Frank Spear's revamped occlusion CE pathway.
Bonnie Serino | 4 years ago ›
Red Flag-Maxillary First Premolar Extraction for Orthodontics
Discover why it's important to look for undiagnosed joint issues when dental patients present with maxillary first premolars extracted for orthodontic...
Jim McKee | 4 years ago ›
Evidence-Based Dentistry: How Good is the Evidence?
Many of the concepts taught in occlusion and TMD are unsupported in the literature and are in direct conflict with literature in peer-reviewed journals,...
Jim McKee | 4 years ago ›
Should I Image Before Making an Occlusal Appliance?
Discover when to image a patient's TMJ before fabricating an occlusal appliance.
Jim McKee | 4 years ago ›
Material Selection for the Worn Dentition: Posterior Restorations
Discover how to select the optimal material for worn dentition restorations.
Greggory Kinzer | 4 years ago ›