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Live Longer, Live Better: Lifestyle Diseases and Their Prevention, Part 1

He was in his late 40s, happily married, with 2 healthy children and a...

Managing Variables in Radiographic Imaging for Implant Dentistry

One of the most critical components of implant dentistry is the radiographic image. While...

Adopting a New Philosophy: Minimal Invasion

Many of you reading this article (or family members or people you know) have...

Virtual Diagnostics Using Cone Beam CT

Advances in medical imaging, computer-aided design (CAD), and computer- aided manufacturing (CAM) are changing...

Aesthetic Reconstruction of “Meth Mouth”

Due to the rise in use of methamphetamine (meth) in the United States, dental...

Fluoride Varnish and Early Childhood Caries

New evidence supports the effectiveness of fluoride varnish in preventing early childhood caries, according...

Arestin Significantly Reduces Bacteria Responsible for Periodontal Disease

A new study highlighting the antimicrobial effectiveness of Arestin (minocycline hydrochloride) 1-mg microspheres in...

Imaging Technique Shows Promise in Detecting Early Signs of Tooth Decay

When dentists notice teeth with tiny “white-spot” lesions or areas of mildly decalcified enamel,...

What Is Your Excuse (for Not Implementing Digital Technologies Into Your Practice)?

When I work with other dentists to implement technology successfully into their practices, several...

Chairside All-Ceramic CAD/CAM Veneers With Lab-Assisted Cutback and Aesthetic Porcelain Buildup: Case Report

Recently, one of my technology-savvy patients told me about how he enjoys being able...