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Dental professionals face the veneers versus crowns decision daily, yet 43% of restorative failures stem from incorrect initial selection, with veneers placed where crowns were indicated failing within 5 years
All-ceramic restorations dominate dental marketing and education, yet 38% of complex rehabilitations still require metal-ceramic (PFM) frameworks for predictable success, with long-span bridges using zirconia failing at 3x the rate
Flexible partial dentures promise metal-free aesthetics and patient comfort, yet 47% fail within 3 years due to improper design, inadequate clasp engagement, and patient neglect of maintenance requirements, with laboratories
Temporary flipper partials intended for 3-6 month use routinely fail within weeks due to inadequate retention, improper material selection, and rushed fabrication that ignores biomechanical requirements, forcing practices to provide
Nightguard selection based on convenience or patient preference rather than biomechanical requirements results in 54% treatment failure within 6 months, with soft guards increasing clenching activity in 30% of patients,
Implant material selection based on marketing trends rather than clinical evidence results in 23% of aesthetic zone failures and 31% of posterior fractures, with zirconia implants placed in high-stress areas
Implant restoration retention decisions based on convenience rather than clinical evidence result in 30% of complications within 5 years, with excess cement causing peri-implantitis in 81% of affected sites, while
Minimal-preparation veneers promise maximum tooth preservation yet fail in 38% of cases within 5 years due to inadequate reduction creating bulky restorations, improper margin placement causing debonding, and compromised bonding
Immediate partial dentures fail to meet patient expectations in 52% of cases due to inaccurate pre-extraction impressions, poor aesthetic predictions, and improper reline timing that creates $3,000-$6,000 in remakes and
Joseph De Luca brings over 30 years of experience in the dental industry, leading a dedicated team that supports dentists and clinics.
As the founder of First Dental Studio, he has established a trusted reputation by building strong partnerships and delivering reliable dental restorations to help practices thrive.
