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 ›How to Take a Protrusive Bite Record
A protrusive bite record is taken with Master wax with the mandible pushed forward into a protrusive movement so that the condyle has moved down the...
Gary DeWood | 12 years ago ›Thirty Dollars Away From Your Dream Practice
'If I had known it was this simple, I would have done it long ago.' Over the years, I have heard that a lot from grateful and newly-inspired clients, usually...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›Let's face it, as dentists we work in a small, confined and dark environment doing very detailed work. In order to do so, it's important to clearly see...
Jeff Lineberry | 12 years ago ›Why You Should Sweat the Small Stuff
When you enter an Apple store you don't get the hard sell from anyone because they don't have to. You were probably 'sold' on Apple long before you came...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›You have just completed a complex, comprehensive case and it turned out great. The patient is delighted with their new smile and you are especially proud...
Imtiaz Manji | 12 years ago ›