We, at The Dawson Academy, enjoy watching the success and happiness of our students. It is our purpose to help them reach that success and be a resource for their continued learning. We are happy to provide the following whitepapers free of charge to our students to further help their practices’ and continued learning.
The Dawson Academy Schedules & Materials
The Dawson Academy 2012 Course Schedule
The Dawson Academy’s 2012 Course Schedule is now available. Schedule a course now to ensure a seat before classes fill.
The Dawson Academy’s 2013 Course Schedule
The Dawson Academy’s 2013 Course Schedule is now available. Schedule a course now to ensure a seat before classes fill.
Scientific Whitepapers
50 Pearls of Wisdom from Dr. Peter Dawson
Through large amounts of research and experience as a practicing dentist, Dr. Dawson has gained an incredible amount of knowledge when it comes to dentistry. In this free eBook, you will receive: Goals for Treatment, Rules for Predictable Dentistry, Keypoints for Successful Results.
The Reasons Why Dentistry Fails: 10 Must Know Factors of Occlusion
By understanding these factors you will never have to treat occlusal problems by guessing. This outline is the foundation for everything that is taught at The Dawson Academy, and it will show you the key areas to eliminate mistakes and failures in your treatments.
Why Occlusal Wear is Commonly Ignored
If dentists are aware of the causes of wear and are observant of early signs of advanced attritional wear then further progressive damage can be prevents. Yes… Attritional wear is almost always preventable. Download this whitepaper now to understand how to prevent occlusal wear.
Why Front Teeth Don’t Hit First in Centric Relation
If front teeth hit first in CR, there is no functional movement of the mandible that can allow posterior teeth to contact at any jaw position. Read this whitepaper for understanding and application.
Lithium Disilicate: A Viable Replacement for Traditional PFM’s
As time has gone by, the general population has continued to put pressure on the profession to create lifelike restorations that have enough longevity to justify the cost. While several materials have hit the market in the last few years, evidence suggests that lithium disilicate has the strength, durability and esthetics to make it the logical replacement to the time tested porcelain fused to metal crown.
10 Factors to Consider in the Restorative Process: Why Porcelain Chips and Breaks
The fracturing of porcelain is most often related to one of these ten factors. Having a thorough understanding of the masticatory system is critical for obtaining a predictable result.
The Reasons Why Dentistry Fails – Illustrated
Download this illustration of Dr. Peter Dawson’s “Reasons Why Dentistry Fails.” This picture representation outlines the 10 factors of occlusion that can be the source of success or failure in your dentistry.
Practice Development Whitepapers
Enjoying the Ride
Dr. Scott Finlay, one of 50 accredited fellows of the AACD, is interviewed about his journey in dentistry and what has contributed to his practice’s success.
Don’t Let Dental Insurance Define You
Dr. Doyle Freano, a Dawson Academy faculty member, discusses his challenges with dental insurance companies, how he overcame them, and how he dealt with the economy’s affect on his practice.
5 Steps to Create an Effective Team
Whether you have an existing practice or you are purchasing a new practice, the choice to implement Complete Dentistry principles is life-changing. Learn the 5 key elements necessary to creating and maintaining an effective, happy team.
The Keys to Daily Patient Preparation
In this free whitepaper, Kathy Anderson goes over 3 key elements to include in daily morning huddles with your team.
Marketing Whitepapers
How to Set-Up a Facebook Account in 15 Minutes
Learn how to set-up a Facebook Account for your practice in 15 minutes or less. Download this whitepaper for easy to follow step-by-step instructions.
3 Questions to Ask a Website Developer
Your web presence is becoming a piece of virtual real estate that can be an important part to attracting customers to your business. Learn the 3 questions to ask when choosing a website developer.
