contents In This Issue 6 On Dentaltown.com 14 Continuing Education Update 18 Travel and Learn: Live CE Events 20 8 | Howard Speaks WHO NEEDS A THERAPIST? 32 | Show Your Work A COMPLEX RESTORATION 68 | MACS VS. PCS: CRUNCHING THE NUMBERS Dentaltown founder Dr. Howard Farran discusses the influx of dental therapists and how they are possibly hurting the industry. Dr. Sonny Torres Oliva shares a case that restored a 31-year-old patient's smile using implantsupported crowns, full bridges and onlays. Ever notice that most dental practices are predominantly PC-based whereas dental students report that the majority of their classmates have Macs? Mark Hollis analyzes these phenomena and weighs the pros and cons of each operating system. Industry News 24 12 | Professional Courtesy SMALL BALLOT, BIG PRIZES New Products 28 It's that time of year again! Dr. Thomas Giacobbi, Dentaltown editorial director, shares how important it is to participate in this year's Townie Choice Awards voting season and highlights some of the changes you'll see as well. Poll 58 | AESTHETIC CROWN LENGTHENING 72 In this follow-up to his February 2018 article on functional crown lengthening, Denver periodontist and Dentaltown board member Dr. Brian Gurinsky explains why you should lengthen a crown for aesthetic reasons. Ad Index 96 74 It's summertime-time to cast your vote for the most dependable, userfriendly, can't-live-without products and services offered in the dental industry. Our special section that highlights some of the products you'll see on the ballot should help make your decision easier. p. 74 dentaltown.com DT0718_Gatefold_Glidewell.indd 2 July 2018 real dentistry for real dentists July 2018 * Volume 18, Issue 7 | Special Section TOWNIE CHOICE AWARDS PRODUCT SHOWCASE Dentaltown magazine * a division of Farran Media Dentally Incorrect ACCELERATION TECHNIQUES AND CLEAR ALIGNERS Dr. Payam Ataii explains how to speed orthodontic treatment p. 64 AESTHETIC CROWN LENGTHENING Dentaltown editorial board member Dr. Brian Gurinsky discusses the causes of and treatments for a "gummy smile" p. 58 6/22/18 12:23 PM