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Saving Lives in the Dental Office

When you were in dental hygiene school, did you ever imagine that one day...

Simplifying Single-Stage Solid Abutments: Techniques for Impressioning and Temporization

Single-stage implants are being utilized more frequently. Currently, Straumann ITI, Lifecore Biomedical, Sulzer Paragon,...

Preparing for the Flu Season

Influenza (“the flu”) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by 2 types of influenza...

Developing a Successful Financial System

Financial guidelines are the key to practice success. A rock-solid payment system can significantly...

Labial Bone Concavity of the Anterior Mandible: A Case Report

The differential diagnoses for an asymptomatic cyst-like radiolucent lesion of the anterior mandible include...

A Successful Approach to the Management of Children Part 1

Building and sustaining a successful dental practice has never been an easy task, but...

Using Polyvinyl Impressions for Study Models: A Case Report

While alginate is a good impression material, utilization can demand ideal, sometimes restricting conditions...

The Use of Sectional Matrix Systems in Class II Direct Composite Restorations

Class II (interproximal) decay and/or a failing restoration that involves a posterior proximal surface...

Solving the Problems of Maxillary Asymmetry and the Gummy Smile

What is the most recognizable signal in the world? Consider this answer: “The smile...

Using the Golden Proportion in Aesthetic Treatment: A Case Report

The ratio of Golden Proportion, 1 to 0.618, can be found in a remarkable...