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CR Dentistry Update & Office Manager Course
"I have been attending Dr. Gordon's updates since 1986 and have thoroughly enjoyed including my four children. They look forward to joining me since they know their summer vacation will always be in a fun-filled place for them. Than...
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In This Issue:
Is It Time to Change to Ergonomic Loupes?
Hydrogen Peroxide Gel Treatment for Gingiva and Improving Periodontal Health
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In This Issue:
Fast Instrument Sterilization with Lower Cost
Prescription 5000 ppm Fluoride Dentifrice with Surfactants that Help Moisten Oral Cavity
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October 4, 2024 (Friday) | Dentistry Update ExperienCE
"I appreciate the fast-paced, humorous, but very clearly presented details of every conceivable area of clinical dentistry of the main presenter Dr. Mike Dorociak. Always good material presented with enthusiasm and conviction." (Dr. W. Scott Jordan)
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September 20, 2024 (Friday) | Dentistry Update ExperienCE
"I always walk away with a few procedures and technique pearls, and several products to consider.'" (Dentistry Update Course Attendee)
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Articles In This Issue:
Crowns have Changed—What Should You Change?*
In the News: Smile Direct and Sedation/Anesthesia Alert
Demystifying Controversies in Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Joints*
Are Tissue-Level Implants a Better Option?*
Products Rated Highly by CR Scientists and Clinical Evaluators
*Also available as a Single Topic Article
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Crowns have Changed—What Should You Change?
To enhance success in fixed prosthodontics, CR experts demonstrate the right material choices and tooth preparation techniques for the digital age.
This is one article from the April 2024 issue of Clinicians Report.
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Demystifying Controversies in Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Joints
CR Clinicians and Project Directors offer important information to clarify this controversial subject.
This is one article from the April 2024 issue of Clinicians Report.
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Are Tissue-Level Implants a Better Option?
This report discusses the advantages of tissue-level implants, together with other factors, that potentially improve implant success and patient outcomes.
This is one article from the April 2024 issue of Clinicians Report.
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3 CEs
Episode 1 of the 2024 Accelerated CR Dentistry Update Series presented by Dr. Gordon J. Christensen, Dr. Michael Dorociak, Dr. David Wright, Dr. Mark Durham, Robert Spiel, Tim Palmer, and others (recorded February 16, 2024).
Topics: Top Products, Hiring, Prep Design and Materials, Associates, Low-Cost PVS, and Gordon's Techniques
"I enjoy the multiple presenter format in that it keeps my...
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Articles In This Issue:
Bulk Fill Saves Time—But at What Cost?*
Have What You Need in a Medical Emergency*
Are Low-cost Impression Materials Adequate?*
Products Rated Highly by CR Scientists and Clinical Evaluators
*Also available as a Single Topic Article
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Bulk Fill Saves Time—But at What Cost?
CR Scientists examined different types of resin-based composites within several manufacturers’ product lines to determine their strengths and weaknesses, and if there were trade-offs associated with their use.
This is one article from the March 2024 issue of Clinicians Report.
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Have What You Need in a Medical Emergency
In this article, CR provides pragmatic information on:
Medical emergencies in dental offices
How to avoid emergencies, including the proper training and education
What medical emergency kits should and must include, including proper equipment
Suggested medical emergency kits for dental office...
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Are Low-cost Impression Materials Adequate?
The following report contains a summary of the comparison and the brands with the best combination of desirable clinical characteristics with low cost.
This is one article from the March 2024 issue of Clinicians Report.
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April 18, 2025 (Friday)
"This course has had a greater impact on my practice and me than any other continuing education by a lot. An independent voice that has always been helpful to me and my patients. This is an amazing organization. These courses have given me confidence as a practitioner and person." — Dentistry Update attendee
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August 2, 2024 (Friday) | Dentistry Update ExperienCE
"This was the third time I have heard Dr. Dorociak, and this was his most memorable presentation! His positive messages made me feel that he is a person that does the right thing with his practice as well as all interpersonal encounters. They all make me feel that I have and will continue to 'do the right thing.'" (Dentistry Update Course Atte...
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February 14, 2025 (Friday)
"Dr. Christensen did a great job at covering a variety of topics and answering many questions I had without me even having to ask. I enjoyed taking this course." (Ft. Lauderdale Dentistry Update course attendee)
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Articles In This Issue:
Solutions for Staffing Shortages in 2024*
3D-Printed Ceramic Crowns—A First Look*
Is It Time to Return to Conventional Glass Ionomer Cement?*
Products Rated Highly by CR Scientists and Clinical Evaluators
*Also available as a Single Topic Article
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Solutions for Staffing Shortages in 2024
How can we mitigate the damage from staffing changes, how do we make them less likely, and how do we attract quality people? This article provides potential solutions for these critical tasks.
This is one article from the February 2024 issue of Clinicians Report.
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3D-Printed Ceramic Crowns—A First Look
This report examines the potential advantages and limitations of 3D-printed ceramic materials, and compares current brands with other popular materials.
This is one article from the February 2024 issue of Clinicians Report.
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Is It Time to Return to Conventional Glass Ionomer Cement?
Every cement for cementation of indirect restorations since the beginning of dentistry has had significant strengths and weaknesses. This task appears to be a difficult challenge for manufacturers since current cements are still having problems. Popular crown types do NOT have marg...
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In This Issue:
CR BUYING GUIDE: Best Products Tested for 2024
An 8-page resource of the best new dental hygiene products recently evaluated along with proven classics and new concepts. Includes brand names, descriptions, sources, and costs.
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Articles In This Issue:
The Rising Popularity of Digital Impressions*
Elevate Your Dental Assistants and Enhance Your Practice*
Can Natural Teeth Be Successfully Connected to Implants?*
Products Rated Highly by CR Scientists and Clinical Evaluators
*Also available as a Single Topic Article
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The Rising Popularity of Digital Impressions
This report provides an overview of current digital impression use, key considerations when acquiring an intraoral scanner, and test results for three scanners recently evaluated.
This is one article from the January 2024 issue of Clinicians Report.
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Elevate Your Dental Assistants and Enhance Your Practice
In this article, CR uses survey results along with expert advice to make specific recommendations to help educate dental assistants (DAs); identifies the Top 5 essential DA skills and gives specific advice on how a DA can learn these tasks; and focuses on how skill and technique enha...
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Can Natural Teeth Be Successfully Connected to Implants?
If the edentulous space is longer than you consider acceptable for a fixed prosthesis, an implant placed at an appropriate location in the space can provide a shorter edentulous space if you connect the implant to a strong natural tooth. Later in this article you will find specific p...
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ACCELERATED DENTISTRY UPDATE 2024 SERIES—ALL 7 EPISODES
Don't miss a single episode! Register for all 7 unique Accelerated courses in 2024 and save.
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January 24 & 25, 2025 (Friday & Saturday)
"I appreciate the variety of topics Gordon touches on. It is fast paced and gives a concise, wide range of tidbits to take back to the practice. Very well organized in all aspects! Thank you for giving us real information." (Dr. Carrie Orn)
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In This Issue:
CR BUYING GUIDE: Best Products Tested for 2024
A 20-page resource of the best new dental products recently evaluated along with proven classics and new concepts. This report includes brand names, descriptions, sources, and costs as well as clinical tips and helpful notes.
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Articles In This Issue:
Dental A.I. is Here—Is it Hype, or Will it Help?*
Fast Instrument Sterilization with Lower Cost*
Is It Time to Change to Ergonomic Loupes?*
Products Rated Highly by CR Scientists and Clinical Evaluators
*Also available as a Single Topic Article
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Dental A.I. is Here—Is it Hype, or Will it Help?
In this first look at dental A.I., CR’s Scientists and Clinicians will answer the questions surrounding where A.I. can help dentists and what A.I. hype dentists should carefully avoid.
This is one article from the November 2023 issue of Clinicians Report.
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Fast Instrument Sterilization with Lower Cost
The following report describes the role of rapid instrument sterilization in clinical practice and the features and performance of Maxima Turbo compared to other autoclave concepts.
This is one article from the November 2023 issue of Clinicians Report.
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Is It Time to Change to Ergonomic Loupes?
This report shows advantages and limitations of ergonomic prism loupes and compares features of various brands and designs.
This is one article from the November 2023 issue of Clinicians Report.
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In This Issue:
Cordless Prophy Handpieces: Are they worth the expense?
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Articles In This Issue:
When are Core Buildups Necessary?*
Cordless Prophy Handpieces: Are they worth the expense?*
Restorative Management of Gingival Recession*
Products Rated Highly by CR Scientists and Clinical Evaluators
*Also available as a Single Topic Article
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When are Core Buildups Necessary?
The following report provides direction on the materials, the critical decisions, and the techniques that provide successful core buildups.
This is one article from the October 2023 issue of Clinicians Report.
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Cordless Prophy Handpieces: Are they worth the expense?
CR Scientists provide an inside look at popular brands and offer insights and recommendations.
This is one article from the October 2023 issue of Clinicians Report.
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Restorative Management of Gingival Recession
This report reviews the restorative management of gingival recession and identifies products available for your patients.
This is one article from the October 2023 issue of Clinicians Report.
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3 CEs
Watch the 2023 Accelerated CR Dentistry Update with more than 20 topics presented by Dr. Gordon J. Christensen, Dr. David Wright, Tim Palmer, Dr. Mark Durham, Dr. Rella Christensen, Dr. Michael Dorociak, and others (recorded September 1, 2023). Stream at your leisure from anywhere you wish—home or office; desktop, laptop, or mobile device—anywhere with high-speed internet access.
"I enjoye...
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December 6, 2024 (Friday)
"I have attended many of these courses for about a decade or more, and I always come back with new information that I did not expect. For me, these courses also serve as a push of the reset button to remind me to focus on what is practical and best for my patients." (Dentistry Update Course Attendee)
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9:00 AM – Noon Eastern | 7 Speakers | 6 Topics
"This course was fast paced, educational, and useful with tips that can be put to use immediately." —Accelerated Dentistry Update Attendee
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November 1, 2024 (Friday)
"Your unbiased opinion and test results are not only viable for my daily practice, but for dentistry as a whole!" (Dentistry Update Course Attendee)
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9:00 AM – Noon Mountain | 5 Speakers | 5 Topics
"I enjoyed the multiple presenter format because switching gears during a long presentation is refreshing. I also really appreciated hearing different perspectives from experts in each field." —Accelerated Dentistry Update Attendee
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October 11, 2024 (Friday) — Caesars Palace
CR Dentistry Update & Office Manager Course
“I attend Dr. Christensen's courses quite frequently. I want the best products and treatment for my patients. Dr. Christensen makes me realize dentistry is a great profession. He is hilarious at times, too.” (Course Attendee)
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September 13, 2024 (Friday)
"This is the one class I take yearly because the information is so important. This is the class that you would hope your dentist attends in order to provide the best care." —Dentistry Update attendee
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9:00 AM – Noon Pacific | 6 Speakers | 6 Topics
"I loved having different speakers to keep me interested in the information being presented." —Accelerated Dentistry Update Attendee
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1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Mountain | 5 Speakers | 5 Topics
"Every presenter was very well prepared and very professional. And the material presented was top notch." —Accelerated Dentistry Update Attendee
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9:00 AM – Noon Eastern | 6 Speakers | 6 Topics
"Love the switching from one presenter to another every 30–40 minutes!" —Accelerated Dentistry Update Attendee
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Articles In This Issue:
Composite Complications: Predictable Solutions*
Botox in Dentistry: From Esthetics to Treating TMD*
Using Cone Beam Radiography in General Practice*
Products Rated Highly by CR Scientists and Clinical Evaluators
*Also available as a Single Topic Article
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Composite Complications: Predictable Solutions
This report identifies a range of such complications, describes the challenges contributing to their occurrence, and provides solutions that can lead to improved success in resin-based composite restorations for practitioners.
This is one article from the September 2023 issue of Clinicians Re...
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