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Implant Dilemma: What's Going on With Open Contacts?
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Implant Dilemma: What's Going on With Open Contacts?

Dr. Greggory Kinzer discusses a study on implant open contacts and the importance of patient monitoring.

| 6 years ago
When Should I Order an MRI?
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When Should I Order an MRI?

What are the tell-tale signs that should immediately suggest that you order an MRI for your patient?

| 6 years ago
The Point of the First Point
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The Point of the First Point

When it comes to planning cases with retrusive wear, starting with the first point of contact - the fully-seated condylar position - will set you up for...

| 6 years ago
What Happens When You Have To Extract and Replace a Molar?

What Happens When You Have To Extract and Replace a Molar?

Before you extract and replace a molar, it's crucial that you understand why it was lost to begin with.

| 6 years ago
Restoring Discolored Endodontically Treated Teeth: Case 2
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Restoring Discolored Endodontically Treated Teeth: Case 2

Dr. Frank Spear discusses how treated a patient who presented with discolored endodontically treated central incisors with existing veneers.

| 6 years ago
Complete Vs. Incomplete Caries Removal - Risk of Complications and Failure
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Complete Vs. Incomplete Caries Removal - Risk of Complications and Failure

When it comes to caries removal, how do you determine whether a complete or incomplete approach is best? Learn more about the risks and potential complications...

| 6 years ago
How These Specialists Are Reaping Tremendous Results From Masters Program

How These Specialists Are Reaping Tremendous Results From Masters Program

Find out how Spear's Masters Program has helped dental specialists - surgeons, periodontists, endodontists, etc. - achieve practice growth without having...

| 6 years ago
Spear Releases Pathway Expansion and New Study Club Module

Spear Releases Pathway Expansion and New Study Club Module

Spear has released a new Study Club module covering interdisciplinary treatment of root resorption as well as updates to a pre-existing pathway on implants...

| 6 years ago
Loading Protocols for Dental Implants
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Loading Protocols for Dental Implants

Shortened treatment times have many benefits for dental implant patients; however, dentists must understand the factors that may influence just how soon...

| 6 years ago
A Simple Process for Making Beautiful Anterior Composites - The 'Dentin Samich' Technique
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A Simple Process for Making Beautiful Anterior Composites - The 'Dentin Samich' Technique

Want beautiful anterior composites without all the fuss? Here's a simple, easy-to-remember process.

| 6 years ago
Digital Scanning of Implants By Specialists
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Digital Scanning of Implants By Specialists

If you want predictable outcomes and streamlined sequencing for digital implant planning, asking the right questions and initiating clear interdisciplinary...

| 6 years ago
Where Is the Edge?
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Where Is the Edge?

Determining where an incisal edge should be placed isn't always easy. Here's a technique to try next time you're feeling stuck.

| 6 years ago