Episode 651 · March 17, 2025
The Comeback of Air-Driven Handpieces
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Dr. Miles Cone
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Dr. Miles R. Cone is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and completed a three-year Prosthodontic residency program while serving in the United States Army before being honorably discharged as a field grade officer in the rank of Major. Miles is one of only two prosthodontists in the entirety of New England to have obtained additional qualifications as a Certified Dental Technician. He owns a private practice at Nuance and is Editor in Chief for the Messenger, a quarterly publication by the American College of Prosthodontists.
Episode Summary
As electric handpieces gain popularity for their torque and cutting efficiency, many dentists feel pressured to make the switch. However, before making that decision, it’s essential to explore the latest advancements that have taken air driven handpieces to a whole new level. In fact, according to our guest, one air-driven handpiece stands out for its ability to cut through zirconia with ease, making it the primary workhorse in his busy prosthodontic practice. To tell us all about it is our guest, Dr. Miles Cone, an educator, speaker and prosthodontist practicing in Yarmouth, Maine.
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