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Planning the Class IV: The Workhorse of Cosmetic Dentistry — Part 1
Esthetics

Planning the Class IV: The Workhorse of Cosmetic Dentistry — Part 1

With proper planning and a command for Class IV restorations, Dr. Jason Smithson believes dentists can confidently approach any anterior situation with...

| 3 years ago ›
Resilience and Strong Relationships – Why You Can’t Have One Without the Other
Practice Management

Resilience and Strong Relationships – Why You Can’t Have One Without the Other

Are resilience and grit innate or learned? Spear resident faculty Dr. Jeffrey Bonk shares why relationships with your clinical community are key to resilient...

| 3 years ago ›
Changing the Narrative in Your Dental Practice and Community
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Practice Management

Changing the Narrative in Your Dental Practice and Community

Are we talking about the wrong things in our dental practices? Spear resident faculty Dr. Ricardo Mitrani shares his vision for the dental profession...

| 3 years ago ›
Dental Practice Communication – Is Your Team as Smart as You?
Practice Management

Dental Practice Communication – Is Your Team as Smart as You?

Everyone in your practice will face questions from patients, so everyone should be prepared to answer them appropriately. But how can practice owners...

| 3 years ago ›
How to Set Expectations and Establish the Value of Care as a New Dentist
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Dental Student

How to Set Expectations and Establish the Value of Care as a New Dentist

Patients often unfairly perceive a dentist's age as a measure of competence. Here's how new dentists can flip the script when answering seven questions...

| 3 years ago ›
Checking in on Your Mental Health – Why It Matters Now More Than Ever
Practice Management

Checking in on Your Mental Health – Why It Matters Now More Than Ever

The dental community will feel the impact of the pandemic for years to come. Find out why taking steps to check in with your mental health is more important...

| 3 years ago ›
How to Use “Ground Marketing” to Bring New Patients to Your Dental Practice
Practice Management

How to Use “Ground Marketing” to Bring New Patients to Your Dental Practice

Looking for dental marketing ideas for new patients? Learn how to use ground marketing techniques like The Apartment Strategy to attract new dental patients.

| 3 years ago ›
A Comprehensive Guide To Biologic Width
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Esthetics

A Comprehensive Guide To Biologic Width

Don't violate the biologic width. Learn more about this term, its significance to the clinician and what happens if you don't take it into consideration.

| 3 years ago ›
Simple In-Office Technique for Closing Open Molar Contacts
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Techniques & Materials

Simple In-Office Technique for Closing Open Molar Contacts

A simple aligner tray closure technique is a game-changer for managing open posterior contacts. Learn how to resolve a common patient complaint in a practical...

| 3 years ago ›
Restorative Movement of Mal-aligned Teeth: A Collaborative Approach
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Beyond Restoration

Restorative Movement of Mal-aligned Teeth: A Collaborative Approach

Learn a step-by-step approach – for both the dentist and ceramist – to make the restorative movement of teeth...

| 3 years ago ›
The Pros and Cons of Thermoplastic Partial Dentures
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Techniques & Materials

The Pros and Cons of Thermoplastic Partial Dentures

Dr. Mary Ann Salcetti discusses the advances in thermoplastic materials and their use in prosthetic dentistry.

| 3 years ago ›
When Patients Present With Confusing Pain
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Beyond Restoration

When Patients Present With Confusing Pain

Nine potential causes of pain for patients who don't have an obvious diagnosis.

| 3 years ago ›