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Using Golden Percentage in Dentistry for Ideal Tooth Proportions
Esthetics

Using Golden Percentage in Dentistry for Ideal Tooth Proportions

One of the critical aspects of esthetic dentistry is creating geometric or mathematical proportions for esthetic outcomes. Applying the concept of golden...

| 2 years ago ›
Communicating a Facebow Transfer Procedure: A Case Study
Beyond Restoration

Communicating a Facebow Transfer Procedure: A Case Study

A successful facebow transfer procedure requires accurate images and concise communication with the dental lab. This case study outlines the best way...

| 2 years ago ›
Managing Diastemas With Veneers
Beyond Restoration

Managing Diastemas With Veneers

Check out this FGTP-based approach to managing the challenging issue of diastemas with veneers.

| 2 years ago ›
Fabrication and Use of an Incisal Edge Guide
Techniques & Materials

Fabrication and Use of an Incisal Edge Guide

A clinical case study of the fabrication and use of the incisal edge guide and how it can improve communication with a dental laboratory technician and...

| 2 years ago ›
PFM or Zirconia Crown? A Patient’s Question and Concerns
Techniques & Materials

PFM or Zirconia Crown? A Patient’s Question and Concerns

Today's patients are very much aware of dentistry and its benefits to oral health. This greater engagement has led to our patients asking more questions...

| 2 years ago ›
The Importance and Strategy Behind Custom Incisal Guide Tables
Techniques & Materials

The Importance and Strategy Behind Custom Incisal Guide Tables

Custom anterior guide tables are the key to achieving more predictability for indirect restorations. Dr. Jeff Bonk explains why and how to use them.

| 2 years ago ›
The Future of Collaborative Dentistry
Practice Management

The Future of Collaborative Dentistry

A discussion on why it is important for dentists and specialists to collaborate, how they can be better at it, and what the future holds.

| 3 years ago ›
Learning “Superfood” – How One Question Makes Campus Learning Stick
Beyond Restoration

Learning “Superfood” – How One Question Makes Campus Learning Stick

Resident faculty instructor Dr. Jeff Bonk reflects on how he has made the transition from campus learning to practice reality.

| 3 years ago ›
The Future of Dentistry: Continuing Education in the Digital Age
Beyond Restoration

The Future of Dentistry: Continuing Education in the Digital Age

Spear Talk moderators and campus mentors Drs. Jeff Bonk and Jeff Lineberry discuss what the future holds for dental continuing education—on campus and online.

| 3 years ago ›
Collective Intelligence and the Future of Dentistry
Beyond Restoration

Collective Intelligence and the Future of Dentistry

In our series kickoff, Dr. Jeff Bonk explores the concept of 'collective intelligence,' the future of dentistry and the power of the Spear community.

| 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 ›
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 ›