October 1, 2021

Digital dentistry and the digital workflow have become a critical part of our practice. One of the main reasons for this is the ability for us to better serve our patients on many fronts. From diagnosis to communicating treatment plans to fabrication of materials needed for surgery and prosthetics, digital dentistry has become essential and indispensable.

September 27, 2021

While placental tissues have been used in medical procedures for more than 100 years, Snoasis Medical established their use in dentoalveolar applications in 2007. Snoasis Medical’s placental tissue membrane, BioXclude, is a versatile, deepithelialized amnion-chorion membrane that provides full barrier function with inherent bioactive growth factors and signaling molecules to promote healing.

July 28, 2021

There have obviously been multiple impacts of COVID-19 on the human race. Measured adjustments to our normal routines, our families and how we have interacted with each other have been drastically changed. While dental health care, specifically orthodontic care, may seem minor relative to the medical needs impacted by the presence of the COVID-19 pandemic, it was important to make access to care for those already in treatment, and those still seeking care, be within a safe environment for patients and staff members.

July 15, 2021

Geometry of the bone present can make implant placement challenging. This can be especially true in the anterior, where the angle of the ridge requires a different trajectory than that of the prosthetic axis that will be used during restoration.¹ Both the maxillary and mandibular ridge tip to the facial aspect, requiring implant placement that is not vertical in position. This can become more complicated in a site that is either edentulous or undergoing significant periodontal changes to the bone present, as the facial aspect is lost first, shifting the trajectory of the available bone present.

June 28, 2021

The pandemic changed so much of our lives and propelled the rapid adoption of technology by all ages. Now, patients want the same convenience they enjoy with Amazon to be applied to everything. They want to be able to find information online, pay online, make appointments online and be able to reach customer service 24/7.

June 16, 2021

BREA, Calif., USA: Ormco Corp. has received FDA clearance to treat mixed dentition with its Spark Clear Aligner System, enabling orthodontists to treat younger patients.

June 9, 2021

Did you know that in addition to its advanced dental treatments, the Fotona LightWalker laser can also offer patients facial aesthetic rejuvenation options? Skin rejuvenation treatments are in high demand, and many are looking for options that naturally enhance, without injectables.

April 28, 2021

How fortunate we are, to be members of such an incredible profession. In spite of the pandemic, the opportunities to learn new and better techniques are always available. With our current e-technology, it is possible to attend seminars, solely or as a group, anywhere in the world!