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Leadership From Any Chair

Leadership From Any Chair

You don't need to have a specific title or position to be a leader, but you must be willing to take 'extreme ownership' of the issues that affect your team.

By Echelon Front Team on February 3, 2025

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Is Xylitol Worth Recommending to Patients?

Is Xylitol Worth Recommending to Patients?

Studies suggest gum provides the best protection of OTC products with xylitol, but most don't contain enough to be as effective as other agents like fluoride.

By Melissa Seibert on January 28, 2025
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Leadership From Any Chair By Echelon Front Team on February 3, 2025

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What Is Centric Relation? By Jim McKee on November 12, 2024

Comprehensive Alveolar Ridge Augmentation and Implant Placement

Comprehensive Alveolar Ridge Augmentation and Implant Placement

Postextraction alveolar ridge shrinking may compromise the patient's oral health, but bone and epithelial grafting can help ensure long-term implant success.

| 4 weeks ago
Reducing Sensitivity in Class II Direct Resin Restorations
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Reducing Sensitivity in Class II Direct Resin Restorations

Use these five techniques to help prevent the potentially high levels of composite polymerization stress when filling Class II cavities.

| 1 month ago
Managing Implant Challenges in the Esthetic Zone

Managing Implant Challenges in the Esthetic Zone

Gingival and contralateral symmetry are important considerations, especially when placing more than one implant.

| 2 months ago
‘No’ Doesn’t Mean ‘Never’: How To Present Treatment for Advanced Cases

‘No’ Doesn’t Mean ‘Never’: How To Present Treatment for Advanced Cases

Patients who view their dentist as an advocate are more likely to stay with the practice until they're ready to begin treatment. Here's how to make that...

| 2 months ago
What Is Centric Relation?

What Is Centric Relation?

Centric relation involves patients whose condyle-disc assembly involves 'normal joints fitting into normal sockets.' But often, that's not the case.

| 2 months ago
Sustainable Dentistry: Safely Recycling Dental Equipment

Sustainable Dentistry: Safely Recycling Dental Equipment

Recycling dental equipment is essential in promoting environmental sustainability. With responsible policies, practices can reduce their ecological footprint.

| 3 months ago
Taking Records for Day-to-Day Implant Restorations

Taking Records for Day-to-Day Implant Restorations

As dental implants become more common, understanding the pros and cons of different methods for recording implant restorations is vital for optimal results.

| 3 months ago
Collaborating with Your Local Gym for New Dental Referrals

Collaborating with Your Local Gym for New Dental Referrals

Your local gym can be a rich resource for dental referrals from health-conscious individuals. This three-phase guide will help you benefit from outreach...

| 3 months ago
Dental Patient Compliance and Adherence: Impacts on Outcomes and Costs

Dental Patient Compliance and Adherence: Impacts on Outcomes and Costs

Patient compliance is key to dental treatment success. Read on to learn how it impacts outcomes in orthodontics, periodontics, and implants.

| 3 months ago
How AI Dental Software is Modernizing Practices

How AI Dental Software is Modernizing Practices

AI dental software is revolutionizing dental practices by streamlining scheduling, patient education, diagnostics, and more. Learn how to effectively...

| 4 months ago
The Importance of Using Dental Templates

The Importance of Using Dental Templates

As dental schools increasingly pivot towards digital technologies, the tactile skills crucial for understanding tooth anatomy and mastering clinical procedures...

| 4 months ago
Rubber Dam Clamps, Floss Ties, and Teflon Tape: Part 4

Rubber Dam Clamps, Floss Ties, and Teflon Tape: Part 4

In part four of Dr. Jason Smithson's series on rubber dams, clamp options, floss ties, and Teflon tape take center stage.

| 5 months ago