Dental Equipment

Whether you’re preparing to use clear aligners, or performing restorative work, such as crowns and bridges, the right intraoral scanner can be a game changer when it comes to capturing a full arch impression. To help identify the right scanner to use — and determine what’s best for your practice — we’ve highlighted four of the leading intraoral scanners available on the market today.

Many practices take full advantage of 3D printers to produce a range of items, including night guards, dentures and surgical guides, as well as permanent restorations. Doing so not only improves efficiency for the practice, but also increases patient satisfaction through faster treatment. Read on to learn more about this innovative technology.

Addressing cracked teeth and vertical root fractures can be complicated. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how to tackle the intricacies of diagnosis and treatment, and how cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) can be used to help enhance the decision-making process.

No one wants their body to force them to retire before they're ready, but the repetitive and physical nature of dentistry means practitioners are at risk of suffering debilitating, sometimes irreversible injuries. To reduce the likelihood for chronic pain, we’ve outlined a checklist of steps dental professionals can take to ensure their offices are as conducive as possible to a healthy work environment.

The average dentist will spend up to 60,000 hours during their career working in tense and distorted positions, according to a 2014 International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry article. Prolonged work in less-than-ideal positions can cause chronic injuries — many of which could throw a wrench into a thriving practice. Here are several ergonomic strategies to consider.

Dental practices are increasingly relying on CBCT for implant imaging and treatment planning. Learn why 3D imaging allows for optimal implant selection — plus, how it can help prevent surgical surprises.

It’s not easy to place implants — but the right technology can help bring speed and precision to the process. Read on to learn how cone beam computed technology and advanced software can make many aspects of the process easier, from diagnostics and treatment planning to the actual placement of the implant itself.

The more information you can have as a practitioner, the easier it is to make the best treatment decisions for your patients. That’s why cone beam computed tomography is being more readily adopted in many general dental practices today. In this article, we explore the benefits of 3D imaging, along with the key factors to keep in mind before buying a CBCT unit.

3D imaging is a valuable tool when it comes to both diagnostics and treatment. But some general practitioners are hesitant to make the investment. Learn how 3D imaging differs from 2D and what to consider when determining if it’s right for your practice.

If a tooth fails to heal or experiences a secondary problem, endodontic retreatment may be used. This approach has been widely misunderstood, but there are actually many instances when it can successfully save the tooth. Understanding the diagnosis and prognosis and how to manage endodontic retreatment is essential before considering this option.