Is it possible to define objectively those principles universally identified as appealing? Although esthetics, in the past sense, is a subjective experience open to artistic interpretation, it is first important to establish a universal set of objective, systematic criteria allowing us to measure and guide our evaluation process. The revised Guide to Accreditation Criteria seeks [...]
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Our smile and our teeth are a big part of the first impression we make with everyone we meet. It can have a pleasant and positive impact or possibly a negative effect. This is aside from the fact that crooked teeth or improper bite alignment can interfere with proper chewing; place strain on the teeth, [...]
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Dr. Finlay and his staff have always made me feel comfortable in their office. They all greet you with smiles and are very gentle with their procedures.. Thank you for my new confident smile! Allison Cole If you can’t imagine going to the dentist and having an enjoyable experience then you should definitely visit Dr. [...]
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True dental esthetics can only be a reflection of the relative health of your mouth. If something doesn’t quite look right, there is usually a reason why. As you begin to consider changes to your smile, it is essential to first understand what signs exist in your smile today that are indications of malfunctions in [...]
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Everything you need to know for a whiter smile. (Hint: It takes more than bleaching.) Act fast The sooner you get to stains, the less likely they are to stick. “The tannins and polyphenols in foods such as coffee, tea, marinara sauce and red wine adhere to the surface of your tooth in under an [...]
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Accreditation Case Type I presents the clinician with the broadest canvas to showcase his or her skills. This case type involves six or more indirect restorations within the maxillary arch, treating at least the incisors and canines. The key to delivering an optimal result lies in the clinician’s ability to create a successful rapport with [...]
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Dental Implants are an excellent choice for many patients who are missing teeth but there are several things to consider before choosing a dentist and undergoing surgery. Dental Implants Can Replace One or All Missing Teeth Dental implants can be used to replace one tooth, missing as a result of trauma or congenital defect. For [...]
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The following are questions and concerns from a dentist and Dr. Scott Finlay’s answers and insight. Question 1: Just because I see it (diagnosis it) doesn’t mean my patients will want to treat it (even acute, painful, or blatant problems they are aware of gets put on the back burner). Question 2: How much of the [...]
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Scott Finlay DDS, FAGD, FAACD | Friday, July 29,2011 2011 Continuing Dental Education Summer Symposium Ocean City, Maryland The baby boomers are coming of age. They represent a significant demographic with very special dental needs. They enter our offices asking to improve their oral health and their smiles. Many have done their online research and are [...]
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Making a decision on where you pursue your dental education is an important one. It is a personal decision that will mitigate the choices you will make in your career from this point forward.. One of the earliest lessons that Dr. Dawson taught me was that it was important to become a better [...]
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