Dental Podcast Episodes
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Guest: Dr. Christopher Pescatore Release Date: 3/27/25 |
To fully harness the remarkable technology of the intraoral scanner, it’s important for us to understand the clinical best practices that are directly tied to capturing precise digital impressions. This includes scan technique, bur selection, prep design, tissue management and so forth. So today, we’re sitting down with Dr. Chris Pescatore to fill us in on some key clinical techniques that he's learned over the past 30 years. Dr. Pescatore is a general dentist who has been a pioneer in digital dentistry since the early ’90s, and has seen it all when it comes to creating aesthetic restorations. He maintains a full-time practice dedicated exclusively to aesthetic restorative dentistry in Danville, California.
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Guest: Dr. Karson Carpenter Release Date: 3/20/25 |
Beyond keeping your patients safe, a solid infection control protocol is also a powerful tool for retaining your top employees. This is especially important in a time when we're all dealing with a shortage of hygienists and dental assistants. So we'll be talking about this as well what to expect from an OSHA inspection and how best to respond to one. Joining us today is Dr. Karson Carpenter, a dentist and CEO and founder of Compliance Training Partners.
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Guest: Dr. Ankur Gupta Release Date: 3/13/25 |
Practicing high-quality dentistry with premium materials is a cornerstone of building an extraordinary dental practice. But there's another crucial element—one so vital that without it, reaching the level of extraordinary is nearly impossible. You guessed it! It's customer service. This key component has been foundational for some of the greatest companies in existence today. To tell us all about it is our guest Dr. Ankur Gupta.
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Episode 648: Becoming an Airway-Centric Dentist
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Guest: Dr. Jacqueline Patterson Release Date: 3/6/25 |
By pursuing specialized training in treating sleep disorders, Dr. Patterson has carved out a unique niche in her practice. Not only does she receive referrals from other general dentists, but she's also become a go-to resource for healthcare providers in the medical community that are dealing with patients with sleep disorders. We're excited to have Dr. Patterson on the show to share her journey—a journey that shows how following your passion through continued learning can lead to a fulfilling and dynamic dental career.
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Guest: Dr. Dean Elledge Release Date: 3/1/25 |
Dr. Dean Elledge, a seasoned dentist based in Kansas City, found himself at a crossroads in his career. While many might have settled into routine, Dr. Elledge wanted something more—something that would reignite his excitement every morning. His dream? To become the director of a residency program. However, there was no such opportunity available near his home in Kansas City. But when he learned about an opening for the position at Wichita State University, nearly 200 miles away from his home, he didn’t let distance deter him. His decision to chase his dream has not only transformed his career but also given him a renewed sense of purpose. Yes, sacrifices may be required, but when the payoff is fulfillment and purpose, the journey is well worth it.
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Episode 645: Employee Impact on Dental Practice Success
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Guest: Dr. Todd Snyder Release Date: 2/26/25 |
Today we'll be talking about how a successful practice stems from its employees. Our guest is Dr. Todd Snyder, a regular contributor to Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to a variety of dental companies. He hosts a weekly podcast, Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry. You can reach Dr. Snyder at: www.Legion.Dentist.
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Guest: Dr. Marie Fluent Release Date: 2/24/25 |
Instrument sterilization is a complex, continuous, and cyclical journey that dental instruments take on a daily basis. But this journey must be safe, predictable, efficient, and compliant. Today we are going to discuss several tips on how to enhance the instrument processing pathway in YOUR office—with a focus on instrument washing. We'll answer some key questions like: What are some of the typical weak points in our instrument processing protocol and how can we address those weak points? Our guest is Dr. Marie Fluent, a dentist and expert in the field of Infection Control and Prevention.
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Episode 643: Infection Control and Prevention: The Devil is in the Details; A Discussion with Emily Boge
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Guest: Dr. Emily Boge, EdD, RDH, CDA, FAADH, FADHA Release Date: 2/19/25 |
Today we'll not only cover the basics of Infection control and prevention but also its nuances. And as they say, the devil is in the details. We'll talk about spray versus wipes, single use inventory, cold sterilization, the ICC, Infection Control Coordinator and the opportunities that lie ahead for today's dental hygienist and assistant. To share all this with us is our guest Emily Boge. Emily blends her extensive experience in dental hygiene and dental assisting with a dual Doctorate in Education and Organizational Leadership.
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Guest: Ms. Melissa Turner Release Date: 2/12/25 |
Hiring a hygienist and an assistant can be a challenging task and if you need someone right away, it can be a real problem for your practice. So what can we do to make sure we have the right team, retain our employees and when we need to hire someone, we hire the best person as quickly as possible? To give us insight and solutions for dealing with this real staffing crisis affecting our profession is our guest Melissa Turner. Melissa is a sought-after consultant and speaker. She partners with companies of all sizes on brand strategy and product growth, leveraging her unique insights from her experience in the boardroom and as a clinician.
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Guest: Dr. Christopher Pescatore Release Date: 2/5/25 |
There's more to an IOS than just taking an impression. Our guest today, Dr. Chris Pescatore, believes that the dentist should use the scanner strategically in the first visit. As he explains, it builds trust and becomes the foundation for a successful dentist-patient relationship. Dr. Pescatore, is a general dentist with over 30 years of experience. He has been a pioneer in digital dentistry since the early ’90s and has seen it all when it comes to creating aesthetic restorations.
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Guest: Dr. Ashley Clark Release Date: 1/30/25 |
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Ashley Clark, a leading expert in the field of oral pathology. Dr. Clark will guide us through the common pathologic entities that dentists might encounter in everyday practice. She'll break down what to look for during an oral examination and provide insights on how to best manage these findings. Dr. Clark has won several teaching awards, has provided over 100 continuing education courses, and has authored more than 40 publications and book chapters. For a free biopsy kit, please email aclark@camplaboratory.com.
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Guest: Dr. Ankur Gupta Release Date: 1/22/25 |
Dr. Gupta encountered various issues that led to a toxic work environment which he says stemmed from his initial struggles with leadership. He admits he was more focused on being the likable "cool guy" in the office rather than being a good leader who was able to deal with problems and face confrontation. Dr. Gupta will recount his journey, from the rocky beginnings to how he eventually turned things around.
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Guest: Dr. Karson Carpenter Release Date: 1/15/25 |
Imagine this scenario: a dentist's office, recently purchased by a new owner, finds itself facing a surprise OSHA inspection due to a disgruntled employee. With the previous owner neglecting OSHA regulations and the new owner strapped for time in the transition, the practice is now grappling with the repercussions of non-compliance. Our guest, Dr. Karson Carpenter, dentist and President of Compliance Dental Partners, will tell us what actually happened and how to best manage this kind of situation.
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Guest: Dr. Susan McMahon Release Date: 1/2/25 |
3D Printing. We keep hearing about this new technology but what does it actually do for our practice? What does it take to implement this into our practice so we can start printing models, occlusal guards, surgical splints, aligners, provisionals, retainers and even inlays and onlays? To talk about how 3D printing and how it has been a game changer for her practice is guest Dr. Susan McMahon. McMahon has devoted her professional career to the pursuit of advanced technologies in cosmetic and minimally invasive dentistry. She frequently lectures across the United States and abroad on minimally invasive dentistry, technology and conservative, undetectable cosmetic dentistry.
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Guest: Dr. Bruno Azevedo Release Date: 12/30/24 |
Our final podcast for 2024! All of us who are doing endo have one main goal in mind, and that's to save the tooth. But in many cases, it's impossible to reach lateral, accessory and small constricted canals with our disinfectant solution, such as sodium hypochlorite. This means we often leave active microbes in these areas that can eventually lead to an endodontic failure. So the question is, is there something we can do in our procedure that can solve this problem? The answer is yes! It has to do with a new technology that is relatively inexpensive and very easy to use. This technology is based on high frequency conduction and it is extremely effective in helping to disinfect tiny accessory canals that would otherwise go untreated. To tell us all about is our guest Dr. Bruno Azevedo. Dr. Azevedo is a board certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist, Endodontist and arguably the best teacher and educator on the topic of CBCT in dentistry.
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Guest: Dr. Ali Nasseh Release Date: 12/24/24 |
When it comes to endodontic irrigation, what are the main principles we should be adhering to? And based on these principles, are we performing endodontic irrigation in a way that will bring us the best clinical outcome. To tell us all about it is our guest Dr. Allen Nasseh. Dr Nasseh is a world respected endodontist who currently practices endo and lives in Boston Mass. He is a senior faculty member at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine and can be found online at YouTube.com/@AANasseh.
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Episode 625: Tips and Tricks for Treating TMJ
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Guest: Dr. Stephanie Vondrak Release Date: 12/11/24 |
According to our guest, Dr Stephanie Vondrak, if you want to make sure your restorative work is going to last, you need to know about the entire occlusal system, and that includes the TMJ. So Dr. Vondrak sought out CE courses taught by TMJ experts which have given her not only the ability to understand and diagnose TMJ disorders, but to actually treat them. She starts with protective therapy and then if necessary, proceeds with corrective therapy. Treating TMJ disorders in house is not for every GP, but, understanding the options for your patients is certainly the responsibility of the general dentist. Dr Vondrak owns and operates a private practice in Elkhorn, Nebraska. She has pursued over 600 hours of post-doctorate education in TMD, occlusion, orthodontics, and sleep apnea including the Pankey Institute, the Schuster Center, and the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain.
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Guest: Dr. Mohammad Kamal Release Date: 12/9/24 |
In this episode, we'll be talking about a new dental approach to an old problem, and that's Oral Human papillomavirus, commonly referred to as HPV. Why is this virus so dangerous and how can we as dental professionals help save lives by screening for this insidious virus? To answer these questions and more, is our guest, Dr Mohammad Kamal. Dr Kamal completed his Pathology training at Harbor UCLA Medical Center in California, serving as a chief resident. He completed subspecialty fellowship training in Gastrointestinal and Liver Pathology at UCLA and he is board certified in Anatomic Pathology. Dr. Kamal served as Medical Director of LabCorp’s Dianon Laboratory and as Chief Medical Officer for PLUS Diagnostics.
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Guest: Mary Govoni, CDA, RDA, RDH, MBA Release Date: 12/4/24 |
As dental professionals and practice owners we have a lot to think about and manage in order to keep everything running smoothly at the office. But there is one thing that is probably not top of mind... and that's workplace violence. The odds of a violent incident unfolding in our practice is relatively low. But if it happens, the question is, are you prepared? So we invited Mary Govoni, RDH, CDA, MBA, to talk to us about workplace violence in the dental setting and what we can do as dental professionals to best protect our team members and patients. How do we identify the risks, de-escalate a potential violent interaction and ultimately decide, in the case of a deadly threat, whether to run, hide or fight. OSHA link: https://www.osha.gov/etools/evacuation-plans-procedures/eap/
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Guest: Dr. Isaac Tawil Release Date: 11/27/24 |
Today we'll be discussing how 3D facial scanning and 3D printing can offer the clinician tremendous advantages to aid in the diagnosis, design, and fabrication of full-arch dentistry. We will also discuss how to best transition your practice into the world of digital dentistry. No question, prices have come down and according to our guest today a dentist can now equip an office with a full suite of digital technology for $25,000. We'll discuss the future of digital dentistry and how AI will play a part in everything we do as clinicians.
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Episode 616: Stop Giving CT's Away and Bill to Medical Insurance!
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Guest: Kandra Sellers, RDH Release Date: 11/11/24 |
In today's episode, we're exploring a common challenge faced by dental practices: the limitations imposed by dental insurance on billing frequency for CT scans. But what if there's a solution lying in plain sight? What if dentists, as medical specialists, could leverage a different avenue to bill for these essential scans, not only unlocking a significant financial opportunity but also enhancing patient care and well-being? Our guest today is Kandra Sellers, a RDH with over 25 years in the dental industry. She is widely considered one of the most passionate and respected dental coaches. She is an educator in the field of oral systemic health, as well as founder and CEO of TIPS Medical Billing.
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Episode 615: Women in Dentistry: From Practice to Podium
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Guest: Dr. Susan McMahon Release Date: 11/6/24 |
In addition to her successful dental practice in Pittsburgh PA, Dr. Susan McMahon has embraced a leadership role as one of the most sought after speakers in the dental profession. And with her success, she is a strong advocate for women dentists to take center stage in their field. In this episode we'll talk about how women can make their way to the podium and balance their career between being a clinician and an educator.
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Guest: Dr. Mohammad Kamal Release Date: 10/31/24 |
There's no question there's been an ongoing buzz and growing interest among dental professionals in, what is being referred to as, Wellness Dentistry. So what exactly is Wellness Dentistry? And why would a dentist consider positioning his or her practice around it? To answer these questions and more is our guest Dr Mohammad Kamal. Dr Kamal completed his Pathology training at Harbor UCLA Medical Center in California, serving as a chief resident. He completed subspecialty fellowship training in Gastrointestinal and Liver Pathology at UCLA and he is board certified in Anatomic Pathology. Dr. Kamal served as Medical Director of LabCorp’s Dianon Laboratory and as Chief Medical Officer for PLUS Diagnostics.
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Guest: Dr. Steven Milman Release Date: 10/24/24 |
Today we'll be talking about a variety of perio related topics that GPs should be aware of. How do we determine the frequency of our re-care appointments? How do we get the highest compliance from our patients? Is there a secret sauce for getting predictable success with our perio cases? To tell us more about it is our guest Dr. Steven Milman. Dr. Milman received his dental degree from Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas. He completed his Periodontal residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He was a researcher in periodontal microbiology and was a full time periodontist in his private practice in Round Rock and Austin, Texas for 36 years.
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Episode 609: The Latest Scoop on Endodontic Surgery
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Guest: Dr. Ali Nasseh Release Date: 10/16/24 |
Overall, we're doing less endo surgery than in the past. So why is this happening and what are we doing instead? When do we actually need to do endo surgery and how successful are endo surgical procedures? To tell us more about trends, techniques and success rates of endodontic surgeries these days is our guest Dr. Allen Nasseh. Dr. Nasseh received his DDS from Northwestern and his specialty certificate in Endodontics from Harvard, where is has been a senior clinical faculty member and lecturer for the past 28 years. He lives and practices endodontics in Downtown Boston. You can also find him online at youtube.com/@aanasseh.
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Guest: Dr. Lauren Rainey Release Date: 10/9/24 |
A fee-for-service practice doesn't have to be this pie-in-the-sky far reaching goal - it is attainable with the right mindset, good communication and keeping your eye on the prize. To tell us more about it is our guest Dr. Lauren Rainey. Dr. Rainey works as a general dentist and currently teaches a broad array of subjects to dentists in the US & Canada.
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Episode 606: Beyond City Limits: Dentistry in Rural America
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Guest: Dr. Scott Benjamin Release Date: 10/2/24 |
Have you ever thought about practicing dentistry in a rural area? In this episode, we'll take a closer look at what it means to practice dentistry in rural America. Our guest is Dr. Scott Benjamin, who is in private practice in rural upstate NY for over 40 years. Dr. Benjamin has faculty appointments at several universities, is the Chairman of the ADA Standards Committee Working Group on Dental Lasers and is a Past-President of the Academy of Laser Dentistry. He currently serves on the editorial review board for several prestigious dental journals.
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Guest: Mary Govoni, CDA, RDA, RDH, MBA Release Date: 9/25/24 |
With the rise in violent crimes across our country, we as dentists are not immune to this disturbing trend. So the question is, what can we do to be better prepared? To help us put this in perspective and tell us what we should be doing to prepare and respond to a violent crime in our dental office is our guest Mary Govoni. Mary is an internationally recognized speaker, author and coach, focusing on Infection Prevention and Control, OSHA, HIPAA, and Ergonomics. She is a Certified Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Hygienist with 50+ years of experience in the dental profession.
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Episode 602: Intra-oral Scanners: Rely on Your Team, Get Perfect Impressions and Reduce Your Chair Time
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Guest: Dr. Scott Benjamin Release Date: 9/18/24 |
Today, we're diving into the realm of digital dental scanners – those sleek devices that are changing the way dentists capture impressions. If you're a dentist looking to step up your game with cutting-edge technology or simply curious about what these scanners can do and how to reduce your chair time with collaborative workflow, sit tight and enjoy today's episode. Our guest is Dr. Scott Benjamin, who is in private practice in rural upstate NY and is an internationally recognized authority on dental lasers and advanced dental technologies. Dr. Benjamin has faculty appointments at several universities, is the Chairman of the ADA Standards Committee Working Group on Dental Lasers and is a Past-President of the Academy of Laser Dentistry. He currently serves on the editorial review board for several prestigious dental journals.
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Guest: Dr. Todd Snyder Release Date: 9/16/24 |
This episode deals specifically with the importance of reliable and efficient systems in our dental practices. Our guest is Dr. Todd Snyder, a regular contributor to Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to a variety of dental companies. He hosts a weekly podcast, Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry.
