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For every good idea on the web, there are thousands of bad ones. These are some of the worst fixes out there.

The 5 craziest denture tips on the internet

Katrina M Sanders RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF, is a graduate and recipient of countless awards from the University of Minnesota’s School of Dentistry Division of Dental Hygiene. She is proud to currently serve on the alumni society for one of the most prestigious dental schools in the country. Katrina’s professional career emerged as an educator when she attained full-time employment with a career college in Phoenix, Arizona. A physical manifestation of Katrina’s commitment to her profession is in the development of her textbook, "Introduction to the Dental Hygiene Profession." Katrina proudly received her Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership with distinction through Northern Arizona University as a Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society distinguished member. Currently, Katrina is a distinguished speaker with Dental Hygiene Culture as she lectures nationally in a variety of dental hygiene continuing education content.

As the Baby Boomer generation continues to age, it's important for hygienists to understand their role as caregivers.

The Top 5 Geriatric Product Trends

With more patients requesting affordable options, monolithic dentures are growing in popularity - and the benefits go beyond just cost. 

Improving accessibility with 3D-printed dentures

Dr. Nazarian maintains a private practice in Troy, Michigan, with an emphasis on comprehensive and restorative care. He is a diplomate in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) and the director of the Ascend Dental Academy. He has conducted lectures and hands-on workshops on aesthetic materials, grafting and dental implants throughout the United States, Europe, New Zealand and Australia. 

When it comes to dentures, function is just as important as form - so how do you make both happen?

How to simplify overdenture treatment for today’s patients

Some of the DE editor’s favorite digital techniques ever.

Our 6 favorite digital techniques

New York City-based prosthodontist Dr. Leora Walter completed her graduate prosthodontics and implant dentistry residency at New York Hospital Queens. She has received numerous honors, including the American Academy of Implant Dentistry Award, the Quintessence Award for Research Achievement, the NIH Fogarty International Clinical Research Scholarship, and the International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs scholarship. Dr. Walter has spent time in Ethiopia teaching clinicians how to recognize the oral manifestations of HIV as well as in Peru, where she conducted extensive research into head and neck cancers. Dr. Walter has authored numerous clinical articles, and she lectures internationally on topics relating to prosthodontics as well as systemic diseases and their effects on the oral cavity. 

Using Komet USA’s Denture Contouring System for acrylic contouring without the mess of traditional methods. 

How to create smooth acrylic surfaces for restoration longevity

Considering digital dentures? Here are 5 ways to get started.

5 ways to get involved with digital dentures

Robert Elsenpeter is a freelance writer and frequent contributor to Dental Products Report and Dental Lab Products. He is also the author of 18 technology books, including the award-winning Green IT: Reduce Your Information System's Environmental Impact While Adding to the Bottom Line. As such, he’s particularly interested in the technological side of dentistry.

In the new year, labs can expect advances in technology, materials and the lab business itself.

13 things for labs to look forward to in 2018

Taking a look at the 10 most-viewed how-tos this year.

The top 10 lab techniques of 2017

Why overdenture treatment is a good option for patients who may be anatomically or financially compromised.

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