A while ago I posted an article about how it is important to use the right language with patients if you want to evoke the right responses. The words...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›A Simple Tip to Evaluate and Adjust Interproximal Contacts
Have you ever over adjusted an interproximal contact of direct restorations? Unfortunately this happens to all of us on occasion and in most cases (unless...
John Carson | 11 years ago ›Why Meeting Expectations is Not Good Enough
In a recent post, 'Are You Prepared for Success?', I talked about the importance of preparing for success by taking 'before' pictures in a methodical and...
Imtiaz Manji | 11 years ago ›Attack of the Collagen Eaters [Ed.]
The COLLAGEN EATERS have been released! When you prep a tooth, actually, when you create injury to any bodily tissue, some stuff called matrix...
Gary DeWood | 12 years ago ›'The Only Appropriate Response is Gratefulness'
I've often said that Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I love the idea of taking a day to recognize and celebrate everything we are grateful for in...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›Did you know that oral hygiene was a top priority in society as early as 5000 BC? Even though the brands of toothpaste that we have today are the...
Denise Prichard | 12 years ago ›A Lesson in Ageless Thinking From James Bond
There is a scene in the latest James Bond movie, 'Skyfall,' where 007 is introduced to his new quartermaster – a man significantly younger than he...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›Study Suggests Fear of Dentist is Passed on By Parents
According to a release from Platforma SINC, a new study suggests the emotional transmission of dentist fear among family members and analyzes the different...
Abigail Pfeiffer | 12 years ago ›The Problem With Being a Really Good Dentist
You get a new patient in the chair (always an exciting time) and you provide a comprehensive examination and diagnosis to the best of your abilities...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›What Your Lab Needs to Know: Complex Cases
In complex dental cases, essential information may vary from lab to lab. Learn some tips from Dr. Robert Winter on effectively communication.
Robert Winter | 12 years ago ›Monthly Spotlight [October/November]
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 ›Every Visit Ends With a Choice
There is a fundamental truth of life in a dental practice, and it's easy to lose sight of: choice. Delivering comprehensive dentistry means spending a...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›