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Another outstanding meeting of teaching, learning and welcoming newly accredited members to our organization the AACD in Orlando, FL. The meeting offered cosmetic dental professionals – including dentist, lab techs and team members – live learning through hands-on workshops and…

I am honored to be teaching at the Muskegon Dental Society on April 25, 2014. The title of my presentation is “Digital Photography in Everyday Dentistry”. Discussion will consist of clinical photography and a photo series this is adaptable for…

Brushing your teeth may save your butt: A Case Western Reserve University study finds that Fusobacterium nucleatum (Fn), an oral bacterium prevalent in people with gum disease, can promote colon cancer. Fn bacteria secrete a molecule, FadA, that binds to…

Brett, It was great seeing you in Madison. I look forward to seeing you again in Orlando. It is still hard to believe that I am going to be one of those members walking around with a metal around my…

Many of you do not know that I mentor other dentist that aspires to increase their skills in cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry. We have dentists join us in the office for a day of an over-the-shoulder courses. Others will send…

Magnuson Dental Design wants to make sure this Halloween its a fun and safe family outing. We all love to have candy, but remember it’s the frequency of contact with teeth not the quantity that produces cavities. Stick candy can…

I attended a Prevention and Pain Management seminar this week at the Kalamazoo Valley District Dental Society (KVDDS). The focus was on the fastest growing trends in the Dental Industry. There is a shift from simply treating decay to proactive…

Cavities occur in the presence of bacteria. Bacteria adheres to teeth by a sticky biofilm, a byproduct of the bacteria. If this biofilm is left undisturbed on the tooth, the bacteria will weaken the enamel until they reach the layer…

As an examiner for the AACD (American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry) I have a yearly commitment to write test questions for the new members that are aspiring to enter the road to accreditation. Successful completion of the written exam is…

White Wedding–Creating the Most Important Smile of Your Life June is one of the most popular months of the year to get married. As a bride, groom, member of the wedding party, or even a guest, it’s important to make…