Volume 108, Issue 10

More Content from Volume 108, Issue 10

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Dentistry and the Local Economy

There are many factors that can affect the success of a dental practice. The local economy can play a big role, and dentists need to keep an eye on it so they’re not taken by surprise.

The No. 1 statistic that every dentist should be tracking

Knowing what treatment plans are being accepted in your dental practice is important to its success. Dentists will be surprised at what a few statistics can reveal. It’s important to set aside the time to examine these statistics.

Adjusting your strategies can improve your investments

I have it—you want it!

Howard S. Glazer, DDS, FAGD, reviews BiteFX patient education software for dental occlusion, ZirClean restoration cleaning gel from Bisco, and Tokuyama Universal Bond adhesive.

What is the best type of material for posterior crowns?

Dr. Gordon Christensen gives a review of the different types of dental restorative materials on the market and discusses the clinical strengths and weaknesses of each regarding their usefulness as material for posterior crowns.

DuraTemps: The single most important diagnostic and treatment tool available

DuraTemps (Burbank Dental Lab) are laboratory-fabricated provisional restorations that are much more durable and esthetic than traditional chairside-fabricated provisionals, even rivaling finished restorations.

Dental marketing report card: Borealis Dental Studio

Here’s a constructive critique Borealis Dental Studio’s marketing, from its postcards to Facebook posts, by marketing guru Joy Gendusa and Dr. Chris Salierno.

The 4 pillars of consistent quality

Dental practice owners must be willing to look closely at themselves to maintain quality in their practices. Quality means they will maintain trust with their patients and teams. Dentists cannot let fear or laziness get in the way of maintaining a quality practice.

Backing up patient data: Can you pass the test?

Dr. Stacey Simmons was very surprised when she learned her dental practice’s data was an easy target. She believed her data was backed up and protected. She’s warning her fellow dentists to avoid her mistakes.

Pearls for Your Practice

Joshua Austin, DDS, MAGD, reviews the Invisalign Outcome Simulator 4.0 with the iTero Element 2 intraoral scanner from Align Technology, as well as the DEXcam 4 HD intraoral video camera from DEXIS.