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A Simple Way to Fix Porcelain Chipping in a Full Arch Implant-Supported Prosthesis
Beyond Restoration

A Simple Way to Fix Porcelain Chipping in a Full Arch Implant-Supported Prosthesis

Follow Dr. Mitrani's visual essay on how to solve a fracture problem on a full arch layered zirconia implant-supported prosthesis using veneers.

| 4 years ago ›
4 Insights from CBCT Imaging
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Beyond Restoration

4 Insights from CBCT Imaging

Dentists who want to increase predictability in restorative treatment planning can incorporate a TMJ anatomy assessment using CBCT imaging.

| 4 years ago ›
New Course: Esthetic Management of Multiple Missing Anterior Teeth
Beyond Restoration

New Course: Esthetic Management of Multiple Missing Anterior Teeth

In his latest Spear Online course, Dr. Gregg Kinzer addresses esthetic challenges in replacing adjacent missing teeth in the esthetic zone.

| 4 years ago ›
Using the Matrix Technique for Repairing Debonded Denture Teeth
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Beyond Restoration

Using the Matrix Technique for Repairing Debonded Denture Teeth

Dr. Darin Dichter reveals a step-by-step technique for repairing debonded denture teeth.

| 4 years ago ›
3 Dental Lab Perspectives on Industry Trends
Beyond Restoration

3 Dental Lab Perspectives on Industry Trends

In this Q&A, Spear Visiting Faculty member and lab owner Dr. Ed Roman speaks with three different lab leaders for their take on the latest in dental technology and...

| 4 years ago ›
Digital Dentistry in 2020
Beyond Restoration

Digital Dentistry in 2020

Read about five areas in which digital dentistry excels in 2020 and what to make sure your practice is learning about in continuing dental education...

| 4 years ago ›
New White Paper: ‘Evolution and Innovation’ of Zirconia Restorations
Beyond Restoration

New White Paper: ‘Evolution and Innovation’ of Zirconia Restorations

Dr. Dennis Fasbinder addresses the history and evolution of zirconia materials, the latest of which improve translucency and esthetic outcomes. But he...

| 4 years ago ›
Pulp Capping: Can We and Should We?
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Beyond Restoration

Pulp Capping: Can We and Should We?

Learn why endodontic diagnosis on a tooth with deep carious lesions is essential in determining the need for pulp capping, which is divided in to two...

| 4 years ago ›
Managing Open Interdental Spaces with Indirect Veneer Restorations: Veneer Insertion (Part 5)
Beyond Restoration

Managing Open Interdental Spaces with Indirect Veneer Restorations: Veneer Insertion (Part 5)

Learn veneer insertion for indirect veneer restorations in Dr. Winter's final part of his five-part series.

| 4 years ago ›
Managing Open Interdental Spaces with Indirect Veneer Restorations: Communication with the Dental Technician (Part 4)
Beyond Restoration

Managing Open Interdental Spaces with Indirect Veneer Restorations: Communication with the Dental Technician (Part 4)

Learn how to manage open interdental spaces, diastemas, or black triangles, with consideration to stronger communication with the dental technician.

| 4 years ago ›
How to Phase Treatment
Beyond Restoration

How to Phase Treatment

Dr. Gregg Kinzer provides a visual essay on how to phase a restorative dental treatment plan.

| 4 years ago ›
Finishing Anterior Composite: How to Recreate Natural Enamel Morphology and Texture
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Beyond Restoration

Finishing Anterior Composite: How to Recreate Natural Enamel Morphology and Texture

Learn step-by-step how to finish and polish anterior composite restorations to look like natural tooth enamel.

| 4 years ago ›