The Secret That Makes Dentists Great
I have been deeply involved in dentistry for more than 30 years now. I started out by introducing dentists to practice management software and...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›
The Smell and Memory Connection
Years ago, I recall learning about the smell and memory connection in dental school. It fascinated me that there is such a strong associative link between...
Martin Mendelson | 12 years ago ›
How do you prepare your restorations for seating after try-in? When I act as my own technician by scanning and fabricating in the office, the porcelain...
Gary DeWood | 12 years ago ›
How to Make the Most of the Nature of Change
Change is the only constant. That's a common expression, one that I think is really true – especially when it comes to human nature. Try to...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›
With all of the great content offered by the Spear Faculty and guest writers each month, we want to make certain that you don't miss any of it. The following...
Abigail Pfeiffer | 12 years ago ›
Alignment Showdown: Orthodontics Vs. Restorative Dentistry
Choosing between orthodontics or restorative dentistry can be difficult when evaluating esthetic patients. When treating patients who may not want orthodontics,...
Mark Fleming | 12 years ago ›
Leadership Lessons From a 16-Year-Old Philanthropist
When I first met young Michael Guggenheim and heard his story, I was moved and impressed. Michael is the son of my good friend, Paul Guggenheim,...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›
The Difference Between Goals and Vision
Are you setting goals for your dental practice and your personal life?
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›
In my practice, there are times when I don't need impression material to go into certain places. I have found red rope wax to be a quick, cheap and easy...
Jeff Lineberry | 12 years ago ›
What Every New Patient Needs to Hear
One of the biggest failures in patient communication often occurs with the very first contact. If you're taking a call from a new patient and you simply...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›
Why Single Tooth Restorations Need More Adjustments
I am frequently asked why occlusal and interproximal contacts of single tooth restorations commonly need more adjusting than multiple tooth restorations....
Robert Winter | 12 years ago ›
The factors you need to find out from your patient who is seeking esthetic treatment.
Mark Fleming | 12 years ago ›