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From Prep to Perfection: A Collaborative Approach to Veneer Restorations
Achieving exceptional outcomes with veneer restorations requires precision, collaboration, and a deep understanding of how preparation design shapes the final result. Preserving enamel while creating an ideal form for your ceramist is a top priority. For lab technicians, that same prep design serves as the foundation for both esthetic and functional success—ensuring the veneers blend seamlessly with natural dentition while delivering the perfect balance of shade, translucency
The Aurum Group
3 min read
Mid-Treatment MARPE, a Bolton Discrepancy, and the Prepless Hybrid That Saved a Virgin Tooth
In this case, we explored one of the most challenging cant presentations I’ve seen — a patient with a severe skeletal cant involving not only the maxilla, but the orbit, eyes, and overall facial framework.
Dr. Amanda Seay
3 days ago5 min read
The Patient Asked for Veneers. The Diagnosis Said Something Else.
“I want veneers.” Three words walked into my practice attached to a determined young man who had clearly done his research. He had seen the Instagram transformations, read about instant smile makeovers, and was ready to invest in the quick fix he thought would give him the confidence he had been looking for.
Dr. Elaine Halley
5 days ago5 min read
Pain-Free Dentistry, On Purpose: Dr. Mark Skimming on the 80% of a Visit That Isn't Clinical
Most dentists go into ownership thinking the work is dentistry. Dr. Mark Skimming would tell them they've got the math backwards. Clinical quality accounts for only 20% of what makes a great patient visit; the other 80% is everything else surrounding it.
Dr. Reza Ardalan
May 157 min read
What Every Dentist Needs to Know About GLP-1s
While they’re best known for promoting weight loss and helping diabetic patients manage blood sugar levels, studies have shown GLP-1 receptor agonists also can lower blood pressure, improve lipid disorders and fatty liver disease, and reduce the risk of heart disease, kidney disease and stroke.
The New Dentist
May 76 min read
Blood Work and Dentistry: A Missing Piece in Comprehensive Care
Early detection and prevention are the foundation of long-term wellness. Because dentists see patients more frequently than most medical providers, they are uniquely positioned to identify systemic risk factors before disease progresses. Incorporating blood testing into dental care supports truly patient-centered treatment by aligning oral health with whole-body health and expanding access to preventive screening.
The New Dentist
Apr 272 min read
How to Bill When a Patient Has Maxed Out Their Dental Insurance Benefits
This is one of the most common billing questions, and understandably so. Most offices have heard of “non-covered service laws,” but few have had the time to investigate what those actually mean, especially when handling situations where a patient has maxed out their dental insurance.
Dr. Travis Campbell
Apr 152 min read
When Dentistry Becomes Diagnosis with Dr. Ratna Indah on Systems, Science, and the Bigger Health Picture
Dr. Ratna Indah approaches dentistry with a perspective that reaches far beyond the operatory. In this episode of the Dental Slang Podcast, she shares how a background in journalism, a deep curiosity about systems, and a deeply personal family health journey reshaped the way she practices dentistry—and how she defines wellness in patient care.
Dr. Reza Ardalan
Apr 133 min read
Smile Confidence and Healthy Aging
Cosmetic dentistry is often framed as a pursuit of youth or appearance—but its impact goes far deeper. As patients age, teeth naturally wear, discolor, shift, and sometimes are lost altogether. These changes affect more than just a smile—they can influence how people see themselves, causing them to smile less, withdraw socially, and feel less confident in everyday interactions.
The New Dentist
Apr 83 min read
Why Multi-Location Ownership Is the Next Great Opportunity
Across the U.S., U.K., and Europe, the dental industry is undergoing a major transformation—one that presents both a challenge and an extraordinary opportunity for dentists willing to think beyond the operatory.
Dr. Peter McClellan
Apr 35 min read
A Diagnostic Advantage: How Dentists Can Detect Hidden Systemic Health Issues
Many patients arrive in my office because they were referred for something specific—an implant, periodontal treatment or an evaluation for gum disease. Addressing that problem is important, but over time I have come to realize that it is rarely the entire story. What we see in the mouth is often a reflection of larger biological processes happening throughout the body.
Dr. John Bruce
Mar 264 min read
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