Clinicians Report January 2026, Volume 19 Issue 1

Which is Best: 3-Unit Fixed Prosthesis or 1 Implant & Crown?

This article is a balanced, evidence-based comparison of 3-unit fixed prostheses versus single-implant crowns and combines literature, AI insights, and clinician experience to help dentists make the right patient-specific restorative decision.

• Gordon’s Clinical Observations
• What Does the Dental Literature and AI Say?
• What Do CR Subscribers Say?
• What Do CR Staff and Scientists Say?
• CR Conclusions

Primescan 2 Digital Impression Scanner

An independent clinical review of Primescan 2 evaluates its cloud-based, cordless workflow, accuracy, costs, and real-world pros and cons, to help dentists decide if this next-generation digital scanner is a smart investment for their practice.

• Gordon’s Clinical Observations
• Primescan 2 by Dentsply Sirona
• Summary from AI and Literature
• CR Findings
• CR Conclusions

What is "Ozempic Mouth"?

A practical, evidence-based guide for dentists on recognizing, preventing, and managing “Ozempic Mouth”—covering oral side effects, sedation risks, and chairside protocols as GLP-1 medications become routine in dental practice.

CR Noteworthy Products

The following products were rated excellent or good by CR Evaluator clinical use and CR Science evaluations.

• NiTi Endodontic File Accomplishes Conservative, Predictable, Canal Instrumentation
• New Version of Popular Fluoride Varnish Now with Calcium Ions, Phosphate Ions, and Hydroxyapetite
• Lower Priced Veneer Cement with Desirable Low Film Thickness and High Radiopacity

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