--- title: DDS Lab | Dentistry Blog | Tips & Tricks (12) description: Tips & Tricks | The monthly highlights of DDS Lab's blog provide you with the most current information in dentistry. (12) --- [![DDS Lab | Full-Service Dental Laboratory](https://blog.ddslab.com/hubfs/01%20DDS%20Lab%20Identity/DDS%20Logos/DDS%20Lab%20Logo%202021.png)](https://www.ddslab.com/) - [Home](https://www.ddslab.com/) - [Products](https://www.ddslab.com/dental-lab-products/) - [Digital Services](https://www.ddslab.com/digital-services/) - [Education](https://www.ddslab.com/dental-education/) - [Send a case](https://www.ddslab.com/send-a-case/) - [Blog](https://blog.ddslab.com/) - [About](https://www.ddslab.com/about-dds-dental-lab/) - [Contact](https://www.ddslab.com/contact-dds-dental-lab/) # DDS Lab Blog — Dental Insights Welcome to DDS Lab's blog, where we aim to provide valuable information and insights about dental restorations, dental care, and related topics. 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Read about the must-have-services for your dental practice. Bill Warner Jul 6, 2017 Dental Technology ### [DIGITAL IMPRESSION SYSTEMS: Which Scanner is right for you?](https://blog.ddslab.com/digital-impression-systems) Choosing the right scanner for your practice can be detrimental in aiding the digital impressions process. Sunny Kim Jun 27, 2017 Dental Technology ### [CORRECTLY USING YOUR BASE PLATE BITE RIMS TO RECORD MEASUREMENTS](https://blog.ddslab.com/correctly-using-your-base-plate-bite-rims) Learn about the steps to correctly use base plate rims to record measurements. Denture occlusal rims do more than just record the patient’s bite.... Alice Carter Jun 20, 2017 Tips & Tricks ### [CE CLASS: Achieve Predictable Results in Removable Prosthetics](https://blog.ddslab.com/predictable-results-in-removable-prosthetics) This online course focuses on impressions and associated materials. It is an excellent refresher for both dentists and dental assistants. Bill Warner Jun 13, 2017 Tips & Tricks ### [CE CLASS: Impressions, Materials and Prep Design](https://blog.ddslab.com/ce-class-impressions-materials-and-prep-design) Whether you are newly qualified or have been in practice for many years, you are bound to pick up some valuable tips from this online course. Bill Warner Jun 9, 2017 Dental Technology ### [THE BENEFITS OF DIGITAL DENTAL IMPRESSIONS](https://blog.ddslab.com/the-benefits-of-digital-dental-impressions) It is becoming increasingly common to use digital impressions. Eliminating the need for messy impression materials and provide a more comfortable... Bill Warner Jun 5, 2017 Dental Technology ### [TYPES OF CROWNS TO USE WHEN PLACING A CUSTOM ABUTMENT](https://blog.ddslab.com/types-of-crowns-to-use-when-placing-a-custom-abutment) There are several criteria to consider when selecting the best type of crown to use with a custom abutment. Clinicians must also consider any need... Houssam Sahwil May 25, 2017 Dental Technology ### [GUIDED BONE REGENERATION IN IMPLANT DENTISTRY](https://blog.ddslab.com/guided-bone-regeneration-in-implant-dentistry) Many patients lack sufficient horizontal or vertical bone, but there are various methods that can be used to augment new tissue growth and increase... Houssam Sahwil May 16, 2017 Dental Technology ### [BONE GRAFTING MATERIALS IN IMPLANT DENTISTRY](https://blog.ddslab.com/bone-grafting-materials-in-implant-dentistry) While the advantages of dental implants are undeniable, treatment is technique-sensitive, expensive, and often, bone grafting is needed to ensure the... Houssam Sahwil May 2, 2017 Dental Technology ### [SCREW-RETAINED IMPLANT CROWN](https://blog.ddslab.com/screw-retained-implant-crown) Most implant dentists are concerned with providing their patients with a long-lasting and reliable restoration. However, the long-term success of a... 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