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Dentistry pioneer, Dr. Peter Dawson passes away at age 89
The Dawson Academy founder leaves legacy of numerous contributions to the dental field.
Truth About Digitally Fabricated Splints
When we talk about digital dentistry, we are really talking about replacing different aspects of the process from the physical world to computer-coded counterparts. It can be everything from capturing […]
Treatment Options for Adult Patients with Airway Problems
When it comes to treatment options for breathing and airway disorders in adults, I like to divide this up into two components. There are patients that can begin treatment that […]
Why should dentistry focus on airway disorders?
Treating airway disorders is important because it is our primary physiologic function, we can’t go without air for very long! It takes about 3 minutes or so without air to […]
Criteria for successful dental treatment
To ensure that we are providing optimal care, we must perform 3 critical steps to every case: the complete exam, well organized diagnostic records, and a comprehensive treatment plan.
Why we ask & what it means, Do you clench or grind your teeth?
When I ask this question, I am first and foremost trying to gauge the patient’s awareness of their condition. You will have some time since you give them their complete […]
Why use Centric Relation?
Why use Centric Relation (CR)? I like to call CR the eighth wonder of the world as described by my good buddy, Lenny Hess.
3 Components of Gingival Contours
When we think about smile design, we often think of the teeth or white esthetics. But what we can’t miss is the gingiva or the pink esthetics. The gingiva are […]
Educating Patients: The TMJ joint (4 different phases of the joint)
Educating patients on dental conditions can be very challenging for many dentists. A complete dentist has even more challenges, especially when it comes to explaining joint conditions with their patients. […]
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