February 2024: The Chicago Midwinter Meeting has started! Here's a live recap of the show from your friends here at Global.

Once a year, the windy city of Chicago becomes the epicenter of dental innovation, education, and networking, thanks to the Chicago Dental Society (CDS) Midwinter Meeting.

This event is steeped in a rich history that dates back over a century, and it continues to be a highlight for dental professionals from across the globe. Offering a blend of cutting-edge technology showcases, comprehensive educational sessions, and unparalleled networking opportunities, the Midwinter Meeting stands as a testament to the dynamic nature of the dental profession.

The field of endodontics has been shaped by numerous talented and pioneering individuals. These endodontists have contributed significantly through research, innovation, education, and clinical practice, advancing the science and art of saving teeth.

Next month, thousands of dentists and dental professionals will be headed to Vancouver, BC, Canada for the Pacific Dental Conference (PDC), one of the largest dental conferences in North America. The conference is known for its extensive lineup of educational sessions, workshops, and a large exhibition where companies showcase the latest in dental equipment, technologies, and services.

The dental microscope has revolutionized how many perform endodontic as well as restorative procedures. The scope offers unparalleled precision and significantly improving patient outcomes.

In your work, precision is not just a necessity—it's the standard. The introduction of microscopes into the dental and ENT fields has revolutionized the way practitioners approach diagnosis and treatment, offering an unprecedented level of detail that was once beyond reach.

Central to the utility of these powerful tools is their ability to magnify the treatment area. First time scope users will need to get comfortable understanding how to the steps of magnification on dental and ENT microscopes. Today, we're helping shorten your learning curve on a scope with an overview of magnification powers/steps and when to use in clinical practice.

Integrating a dental microscope into your practice should feel like a “win” for enhanced visualization, improved treatment outcomes, and reduced fatigue. However, like any new tech in your operatory, the learning curve to get proficient can seem overwhelming.

Do you practice restorative dentistry procedures? If so, you already know precision and detail are critical to providing the best patient care. Though traditionally associated with endodontics, dental microscopes in restorative procedures is now gaining momentum, transforming the way dentists approach everything from simple fillings to complex reconstructions.

In the face of dental discomfort or disease, the knee-jerk reaction might often be to consider extraction. However, there's a branch of dental specialists for whom the mantra is "Save Your Tooth".

Endodontists are dedicated to preserving natural teeth, often preventing the need for dental implants or bridges.

Today, we're exploring the invaluable role endodontists play in dental health and why saving your natural tooth is often the best course of action.

The world of dentistry is evolving rapidly, with technological advancements continuously reshaping the landscape, even in your local market. For dental practices looking to stay ahead of the curve, investing in the latest technology is no longer a luxury but a necessity.

Visualization. There’s a reason advanced imaging and video technologies are among the biggest trends in dentistry. Used effectively, giving your patients the ability to experience your exact point of view can help you educate them through your diagnosis and treatment plans. Providing patients with a chairside visual has been a powerful tool towards achieving greater treatment acceptance.