Guided Implant Placement

Guided Implant Placement

Implant dentistry is an absolute MUST for the general dentist. There is no question that the use of implants and the skill of implant placement will be a staple of the dental practice in the future. I would like to share with you a method for placing implants that makes it simple, efficient, and predictable.

Making the Most of Slow Times

Making the Most of Slow Times

The economy is hurting and our practices are feeling the affects. Today, I had a great example of making the most of slower times. Other than “working on” the practice, I took the time to really spend additional time with a new patient examination today. The extra time was rewarded with case acceptance and an [...]

Orthodontics + Porcelain = Life Changing!

Orthodontics + Porcelain = Life Changing!

I've been blessed with the opportunity of doing quite a few smile cases in my career to this point. However, very few have been as dramatic and as life changing as the case shown below. Not only was this case rewarding, it was an opportunity to really test all my dental skills. Too often we think of our dental skills as just our clinical abilities. What we often forget and/or neglect is our use of verbal skills and planning skills to convey to the patient the long term plan, the time involved, the final costs of this vision, and how to fit this vision into the patient's life.

All Ceramic Bridge - Case Presentation

All Ceramic Bridge - Case Presentation

All ceramic bridges have come of age for the aesthetic practice. This case presentation will present enhancement of a patient smile with an all-ceramic bridge.

Video - Snippets of Veneer with Implant Preparation

Video - Snippets of Veneer with Implant Preparation

This video case is a 4 unit case that consists of three veneers with an implant crown. See how the veneers are prepared and impression taken. Enjoy!

Video - Surpass Bonding Agent

Video - Surpass Bonding Agent

The following 4 minute video shows the use of Surpass bonding agent to prepare teeth ##7-10 for bonding porcelain restorations…..

Video - Removal of shrinkwrap veneer temps

Video - Removal of shrinkwrap veneer temps

This 2 minute video shows the technique and ease with which temporaries fabricated using the 'shrinkwrap' technique can be removed.

CEREC for the Dental Assistant

CEREC for the Dental Assistant

10 December 2008

As an owner of CEREC technology you have realized how it significantly impacts your practice. In today's modern practice, the ability to deliver a single visit, aesthetic posterior restoration that rivals a dental laboratory is critical. Just imagine if you could have a dental assistant who also possessed the skills and knowledge to make this happen. What could that mean for your practice?

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Digital Photography for the Hygienist

Digital Photography for the Hygienist

06 December 2008

Digital Photography is a powerful tool that plays an important role in the dental practice. The use of photography has proven to increase case acceptance and the level of care when used consistently. In my office the responsibility falls directly on my dental hygienist. The dental hygienist spends the most relationship building [...]

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2009 OTS - Cosmetics Simplified

2009 OTS - Cosmetics Simplified

24 February 2008

This unique seminar has been developed to review and demonstrate (on an actual patient) every aspect of creating beautiful smiles. You will leave with the knowledge of the latest techniques in smile design, preparation, temporization, rapid cementation, case planning, lab communication, and digital photography. Come spend two days with Dr. Tarun Agarwal and learn the skills as he walks you through from start to finish on actual patients.

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Posterior Crown Preparation - Step by Step

Posterior Crown Preparation - Step by Step

23 February 2008

While it is elementary to discuss a technique for posterior crown preparations, mastering a technique that improves efficiency and yields ideal minimum reduction will lead to restorations that are stronger and better looking.

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Implant Placement #19

Implant Placement #19

22 February 2008

As we move forward implant placement will no longer be alternative treatment, but will in fact become standard of care (if not already). The general dentist will be the front line for patients seeking this level of care. The general dentist who embraces implants and goes onto implement the SURGICAL aspect will benefit greatly. .

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Results Driven Veneer Preparation

Results Driven Veneer Preparation

22 February 2008

There are so many concepts for veneer preparations today - ranging from full preparation to no preparation. This article will outline a preparation technique that is based on the desired result.

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