The August issue of the Journal of the California Dental Association presents papers on interdisciplinary treatment planning.

Treatment Planning: An Art or a Science?
An introduction to the issue.
Sajid Jivraj, DDS, MSEd

The Influence of Posterior Occlusion When Restoring Anterior Teeth
A prosthodontic perspective in management of patients requiring restoration of posterior support is given in this paper as well as how to transition patients from a tooth-supported to an implant-supported occlusion.
Mamaly Reshad, DDS, MSc, and Sajid Jivraj, DDS, MSEd

Multidisciplinary Care: Periodontal Aspects to Treatment Planning the Anterior Esthetic Zone
This article discusses the role of periodontal plastic and reconstructive surgery in treatment planning the anterior esthetic zone in interdisciplinary dental care.
Nicolas A. Ravon, DDS, MSD; Mark Handelsman, DDS; and David Levine, DDS

Integrating Orthodontics for the Optimal Smile
The advantage of an interdisciplinary treatment approach and how knowledge of basic orthodontic techniques can help in producing a more comprehensive treatment plan are highlighted.
Frank K. Yorita, DDS

Transitioning Patients From Teeth to Implants Utilizing Fixed Restorations
Options other than removable prostheses in transitioning the patient from teeth to implant-supported restorations are described in this paper.
Sajid Jivraj, DDS, MSEd; Mamaly Reshad, DDS, MSc; and Winston W.L. Chee, DDS

The Team Approach: Simplifying Complex Care
The interaction between the oral and maxillofacial surgeon, the restorative dentist, and the rest of the dental and medical community is the foundation of daily patient care and management. The combination of the talents from each medical and dental discipline results in the highest quality of patient care. This article illustrates the power of the comprehensive team approach.
David Hochwald, DDS; Simona Arcan, DMD, MD; and Fariborz Farnad, DDS

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Cost of Putting Patients First: $0; Professional Credibility: Priceless
By Steven A. Gold, DDS

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By Robert E. Horseman, DDS

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