Author

John R. Francis, DDS, MS

John R. Francis, DDS, MS, practiced in Glendale, Arizona, for 20 years before becoming a clinical assistant professor of periodontics at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Arizona. An active member of the American Academy of Periodontology and American Dental Association, he can be reached at jfranc@midwestern.edu.

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Utility of Cone Beam Imaging in Periodontics And Implant Therapy

Feb 15, 2023

This review will help providers understand applications for cone beam computed tomography in implant planning and placement, as well as when diagnosing and treating periodontal disease.

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Marijuana Use and Concerns for Dental Providers

Aug 9, 2022

As more states legalize cannabis, oral health professionals should be prepared to manage its oral health effects.

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Compound Odontoma Presenting As a Diagnostic Challenge

Feb 9, 2022

This clinical report investigates an asymptomatic, amorphous, radiopaque mass of disorganized hard tissue that was ultimately diagnosed as a compound odontoma.

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Managing Thermal Injury Following Endodontic Post Preparation

Nov 20, 2020

This case report explores iatrogenic considerations when introducing significant heat in the root canal system during post preparation

Author

John R. Francis, DDS, MS

Utility of Cone Beam Imaging in Periodontics And Implant Therapy

Marijuana Use and Concerns for Dental Providers

Compound Odontoma Presenting As a Diagnostic Challenge

Managing Thermal Injury Following Endodontic Post Preparation

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