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Converting an Anterior Bite Plane to a Full Arch Splint
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Beyond Restoration

Converting an Anterior Bite Plane to a Full Arch Splint

This article will teach you how to convert an anterior bite plane appliance to a full-arch appliance to meet the needs of your patient.

| 6 years ago ›
Hybrid Digital/Analog Technique for Maxillofacial Prosthodontics
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Hybrid Digital/Analog Technique for Maxillofacial Prosthodontics

This article describes a complex case in which Dr. Brandon Stapleton utilized ESFB and a hybrid digital/analog technique for maxillofacial prosthodontics.

| 6 years ago ›
The Guide to When and When Not to Splint Restorations
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Beyond Restoration

The Guide to When and When Not to Splint Restorations

Splinting restorations or teeth is not always the right answer. Read this yes/no guide to help you decide what might be right for your patient.

| 6 years ago ›
Surgical Guide Classification for Full Arch Prosthesis (Part 2)
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Surgical Guide Classification for Full Arch Prosthesis (Part 2)

This article continues Dr. Mitrani's discussion of full-arch prostheses by explaining the use of analog- and CAD/CAM generated guides.

| 6 years ago ›
Surgical Guide Classification for Full Arch Prosthesis (Part 1)
Beyond Restoration

Surgical Guide Classification for Full Arch Prosthesis (Part 1)

In our 'restorative-driven implant era,' digital surgical guides are key tools to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning.

| 7 years ago ›
Minimizing Post-Operative Pain with Irrigation
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Beyond Restoration

Minimizing Post-Operative Pain with Irrigation

When it comes to minimizing post-op pain for your patients, it's important to understand the chemistry behind various irrigation methods.

| 7 years ago ›
Resizing Teeth Mid-Ortho
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Resizing Teeth Mid-Ortho

Dr. John Carson explains why he believes resizing teeth during orthodontic treatment is key to an ideal restoration.

| 7 years ago ›
How To Do No-Prep Restorations
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Beyond Restoration

How To Do No-Prep Restorations

In some circumstances, your restorations may be better off not being prepped - how and why?

| 7 years ago ›
Why You Should Be Waxing Your Own Cases - At Least Occasionally
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Beyond Restoration

Why You Should Be Waxing Your Own Cases - At Least Occasionally

Sometimes completing your own wax-up is the most efficient and effective route to take when treatment planning certain cases.

| 7 years ago ›
6 Steps To Creating a Removable Veneer Temporary
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6 Steps To Creating a Removable Veneer Temporary

Frustrated by the need to keep creating new veneer temporaries? Dr. Ricardo Mitrani helps you streamline and simplify the process.

| 7 years ago ›
Realizing the Risks With Emergency Dental Care
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Realizing the Risks With Emergency Dental Care

Managing patients who present with an 'emergency' dental situation can present special challenges and risks to be aware of.

| 7 years ago ›
Cephalometrics and Restorative Connection: A Reference Guide
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Cephalometrics and Restorative Connection: A Reference Guide

In this article, Dr. Donna Stenberg explains how an analysis of the skull through cephalometrics aids in restorative dentistry.

| 7 years ago ›