Fostering a culture of clinical advancement Growing up on a ranch in western Nebraska, his family home for six generations, Dr. Justin Moody developed an appreciation for the work it takes to grow something from the ground up – literally. After dental school, he embarked on a successful career as an implantologist, growing multiple dental ..read more

Drs. Mathieu Goudal and Cécile Bailly discuss a solution for managing atrophic posterior mandibular regions To this day, the dental implant rehabilitation of atrophic mandibular lateral regions remains a biological, temporal, and financial challenge. Thanks to CAD/CAM, titanium subperiosteal implants have become a viable alternative to conventional axial implants and bone regeneration. Summary Subperiosteal implants ..read more

Solving the complexities of restoring multiple implant interfaces while maintaining restorative consistency Introduction The United States dental implant market size was worth $1.37 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9% during the forecast period. The U.S. has had an increased need for dental restorations that ..read more

Dr. David Whitlock discusses the joys of practicing in a rural community Practicing dentistry in a rural setting is my chosen way to practice in today’s dental landscape. I didn’t come to this conclusion without a lot of headache and heartache, but for me, the choice was undeniable. I have been practicing in a rural … Five benefits of practicing rural dentistry Read More ..read more

I’m sitting at my computer on a beautiful day, writing my winter message, and Billy Joel’s song, “Keeping the Faith” started playing. It started me thinking of the past and the future and how sometimes, it seems easier to stay “lost in let’s remember” than move forward and face an often scary unknown. One of … Choose faith over fear Read More ..read more

Amit Binderman discusses converting extracted teeth into osseoinductive bone graft material Alveolar bone regeneration is a crucial element of dental and maxillofacial surgery, particularly for patients requiring dental implants or corrective procedures due to traumatic injuries, periodontal defects, bone loss, or congenital anomalies. Traditional bone grafting methods have been employed to promote bone regrowth, but … Advances in alveolar bone regeneration: utilizing patient teeth for osseoinductive bone grafting Read More ..read more

Dr. Chris Rothman talks about improving efficiency and precision in implant placement Over the past decade, dental implant technology has advanced significantly, improving oral health and dental procedures. One of the latest breakthroughs making an impact in my own practice is the use of YOMI robotic technology in combination with dental implants for immediate placement … The advantages of immediate dental implants and YOMI robotic technology Read More ..read more

Drs. Iham Gammas and Haroutioun Kotchinian collaborate for more predicable surgical and restorative results This 77-year-old retired male sought dental treatment due to difficulty chewing and poor esthetics caused by missing teeth. His medical history revealed high blood pressure, an allergy to penicillin, and current medication with Losartan. His dental history indicated a lack of … Working as a team Read More ..read more

Relationships are key for periodontist Dr. Kate Quinlin — with her patients, her colleagues, and with her team at Cameo Dental Specialists, a fully integrated, multidisciplinary practice with five locations in and around Chicago, Illinois. Like many doctors, Dr. Quinlin said she can’t remember a time when she didn’t want to be a dentist, although … Dr. Kate Quinlin — collaboration for better dental care Read More ..read more

Dr. Joe Mehranfar discusses his favorite features of the new DEXIS OP 3D LX Over the course of my 19-plus years career, I’ve placed over 10,000 implants and over 1,000 full arches. Behind every one of those surgeries is a patient, and behind every patient, there must be a plan. My priority is to make … Flexible field of view and AI-powered efficiencies enhance diagnostic confidence Read More ..read more