The Advantages of Implant-Assisted Removable Partial Dentures (RPDs)
Dr. Ricardo Mitrani outlines the benefits of implant-assisted RPDs and explains why they can be an ideal 'transitional' treatment option for many patients.
Ricardo Mitrani | 1 year ago ›
The Significance of Centric Relation When Preparing Posterior Crowns
Dr. Bonk shares a discussion with a resident about the significance of centric relation when preparing posterior crowns to avoid the sudden loss of vertical...
Jeffrey Bonk | 2 years ago ›
How Pulp Testing Can Benefit Restorative Dentistry
Spear's Dr. Andy Janiga explains how restorative dentists can benefit from the use of pulp testing before starting treatment on a patient.
Andy Janiga | 2 years ago ›
Three Keys to Ceramic Dental Adhesion: Enamel, Dentin, and Cementum Variations
Longevity and retention of direct composite restorations or indirect ceramic veneers depend on adequate adhesion to the tooth surface, making ceramic...
Jeffrey Bonk | 2 years ago ›
Management of Uncomplicated Crown Fractures in the Permanent Dentition
With crown fractures and luxation of the permanent dentition the most common injuries, a busy dental office must know how to manage uncomplicated crown...
Jason Smithson | 2 years ago ›
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...
Jeffrey Bonk | 2 years ago ›
TMJ and Treatment Planning: Treating Joint Issues for More Predictable Results
TMJ and treatment planning are interconnected. If a TMJ issue is discovered, having a predictable workflow for joint-based treatment planning can help....
Jim McKee | 2 years ago ›
Managing Diastemas With Veneers
Check out this FGTP-based approach to managing the challenging issue of diastemas with veneers.
Jeffrey Bonk | 3 years ago ›
Dr. Robert Winter Reports Antioxidant Updates
Dr. Robert Winter brings dentists up to date with the latest antioxidant research to fight systemic inflammation in patients.
Robert Winter | 3 years ago ›
Radiographic Assessment Before Cementation—Detecting the “Misfit” of Indirect Restorations
Dr. Bob Winter highlights why radiographic assessment before cementation for indirect restorations is unreliable and therefore, not recommended.
Robert Winter | 3 years ago ›
Post-Pandemic Dentistry: Why Dental Caries are On the Rise
Why are dental caries on the rise? Visiting faculty Dr. Jeff Lineberry discusses the causes behind the increase in decay.
Jeff Lineberry | 3 years ago ›
Facilitating Treatment Utilizing Pre-Existing Implant Components
In this case review, Dr. Ricardo Mitrani explores how his team expedited provisionalization and mitigated cost involving pre-existing implant components.
Ricardo Mitrani | 3 years ago ›