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Every February, Children’s Dental Health Month gives dental practices a built-in opportunity to highlight pediatric care, strengthen patient relationships, and reinforce preventive dentistry. Led by the American Dental Association, this national initiative isn’t just about education—it’s a powerful tool for patient engagement, community outreach, and practice growth.

Running a successful dental practice isn’t just about great clinical care—it’s also about building strong relationships with your patients and staying visible in your community. One easy way to do both is by taking advantage of national dental awareness days throughout the year.

Universal adhesives have become the default in most restorative setups—and it makes sense. They simplify ordering, reduce tray clutter, and give you flexibility to bond in different clinical situations without stocking multiple systems.

But if you’ve ever switched universal adhesives and immediately noticed a difference (in film thickness, sensitivity, or how “forgiving” the product feels), you already know the truth: universal doesn’t mean identical.

Composite choice can feel overwhelming—microhybrid, nanohybrid, bulk fill, flowable, universal… and every brand promises high strength, beautiful polish, and “lifelike” esthetics.

The good news? You don’t need to memorize every category to choose the right composite. You just need a simple framework.

This guide breaks it down into 4 easy steps so you can confidently choose the best composite for the case—and includes real products (including the most popular universal composites known for the chameleon effect).

Dental supplies are one of the largest ongoing expenses for any practice—yet many dentists still order the same way they did years ago. If you’ve ever wondered why prices vary so much for the exact same product, the answer often comes down to how you’re buying, not what you’re buying.