How to Manage Dental Literature
What do you read? Who do you trust? What journals should I subscribe to? I get asked these questions all the time. It's fairly common for many of the...
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Occlusal Appliances: Why Use Them? [Part II]
The following is an continuation of the overview of the more common reasons for prescribing occlusal appliances. In Part I, I discussed: Diagnosing...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›![Occlusal Appliances: Why Use Them? [Part I]](https://assets.speareducation.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Occlusal-appliances-Part-2.jpg)
Occlusal Appliances: Why Use Them? [Part I]
In the previous article in this series I outlined the more common occlusal appliance options available. In this article I'll provide an overview of the...
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Dentin Adhesives for Direct Posterior Composite [Ed.]
This sensitivity can be caused by pulpal inflammation, but in most instances I believe it is from inadequate sealing of the dentin. Martin...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
When Cuspal Coverage is More Appropriate
In a recent article, I went over the ideals for restoring teeth in the posterior with direct composite. However, there will be times when direct composite...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
Four Guidelines for Direct Resin
There can be confusion for clinicians when trying to decide if direct composite is the adequate solution to treat patients, or if dong an indirect restoration...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
Steps in the Veneer Seating Process: Part II
When you talk to dentists about the procedures they are fearful of, seating porcelain veneers comes up frequently as one of the most anxiety producing....
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
Tom Case Study: Fabricating Shell Provisionals
In a recent article, 'Tom Case Study: Treatment Planning Part I', I walked you through my treatment plan for retired dentist, Tom. In this article,...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
Nancy Case Study: Material Selection Part II
As I stated in part I of this series, the Nancy case study was used as part of a three-day ceramic enhancement workshop. Each dentist who signed up for...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
Nancy Case Study: Material Selection Part I
In my previous articles, I've gone over the treatment planning and lab communication techniques regarding Nancy's case. The case itself was used...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
The Problem With Acidulated Fluoride
I've done a lot of external coloring of my restorations throughout my career and I am frequently asked questions regarding the durability of external...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›
Anterior Temporaries: Adjusting Contour Intra-Orally
In an earlier article, I went over the importance of creating beautiful anterior temporaries to help build your practice and inspire confidence in your...
Frank Spear | 11 years ago ›