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Feb 20, 2024
Kevin Tallman, CEO of Mango Voice with DINKS
Send us Fan Mail Kevin Tallman is an entrepreneur whose journey in business has been marked by a steady determination and a focus on sustainable growth. Prior to Mango Voice he led a leading logistics company from start up to over $100m in revenue before exiting to a fortune 100. In 2017, Kevin along with a business partner made a significant investment in Mango Voice, an emerging leader in communication tools for dentists. His involvement has been instrumental in positioning Mango Voice as a key player in the dental industry, offering cutting-edge communication solutions tailored to the unique needs of dental practices. Beyond his direct business ventures, Kevin is an influential figure in the technology sector, serving on several technology boards. His insights and guidance have been invaluable in shaping the strategies and success of these companies. His expertise in scaling businesses, strategic planning, and market analysis makes him a sought-after board member and advisor. Outside of his professional endeavors, Kevin is passionate about spending time with his wife and four children and golfing. Learn more at MangoVoice.com This show brought to you by our educational partner, Mango Voice.
Feb 19, 2024
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 1/31/2024
Send us Fan Mail Wow! A lot is happening right now in the world of dental loss ratio and we are one of the first to unpack it for you here! Also a lot of buzz in the general media about brush biopsies which is gaining more traction for early metastasis detection. Lastly we will look at another state adding a mid level provider in a growing number of states offering this level of care. We always have your back here at Dentists in the Know.
Feb 13, 2024
Dr. Marta Baird, orthodontist, with Dentists in the Know
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why doctors are choosing certain companies when it comes to the technology they onboard. Dr. Baird has a very passionate story about her belief in the power of Align for treating many of the patients in her practice. Let's talk orthodontic biomechanics and clear aligner therapy with Dr. Baird! Dr. Marta Baird is a Diamond+ Invisalign provider practicing in Pleasanton, CA. In addition to her private practice, she is an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Orthodontic department at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. She is the Course Director for “Clear Aligner Treatment” and Co-Course Director for “Principles of Orthodontics” didactic courses in the Orthodontic Department. Dr. Baird is also an Align Faculty and has partnered with the Align University program to provide lectures at educational events for orthodontic residents and recent graduates. Dr. Baird is passionate about creating systems to achieve excellent outcomes consistently and efficiently so that she can maintain her personal life with family, friends and jewelry making. This episode brought to you by our educational partner, Align Technologies.
Feb 12, 2024
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 2/8/2024
Send us Fan Mail Lots to unpack this week. Updates from the ADA on thyroid collar use with radiography and we have some interesting published data on number of dentists per state. We were blown away with the differences between California and the second largest state. Also, Align is leading the way with the number of patents they are applying for and it is starting to show in their latest innovation releases. Come hang out with us for just a bit so you can stay up to date!
Feb 2, 2024
Irene Iancu of @toothlife.irene with DINKS
Send us Fan Mail Impactful and meaningful conversations about how we care for our patients and build the practice of our dreams. Irene brings so much perspective and honesty to her journey as an expanded function dental hygienist! Irene Iancu is a Canadian RRDH and entrepreneur. With experience in various specialties like Pediatrics, Orthodontics, and Periodontics, she has combined all these elements in her start-up dental practice in Toronto, Toothlife Studio. Through her diverse passions and dental hygiene expertise, she has been able to carve out a unique paths in the field. Apart from being an Independent Dental Hygienist and practice owner, Irene is an international speaker, key opinion leader, host of the Tooth or Dare podcast and creates educational content on all social platforms under the handle @toothlife.irene. Over the years, it has grown into a vibrant community of like-minded clinicians, all eager to learn, share and grow. Irene has served as a Clinical & Theoretical Instructor Instructor at Oxford College. Quality Assurance and Peer Mentor for the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario and Item Writer for Canadian Nation Dental Hygiene Boards. These positions have allowed her to advance her mission of sharing new industry insight with other professionals. Irene has pursued educational opportunities like Harvard HMX’s program offered by Harvard Medical School, which provided valuable knowledge on genetics/immune response related to oral health issues. She graduated with honours from George Brown College’s Restorative Program in 2021 now affording her the opportunity to practice restorative dentistry. Learn more here: Personal Instagram @toothlife.irene Facebook Irene Iancu TikTok @Toothlife.Irene Online Store and Instagram @toothlife Office Instagram @toothlifestudio Podcast @toothordare.podcast
Jan 29, 2024
Special Edition: JB on DentalFuel Podcast with Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas
Send us Fan Mail We are sharing this special edition release of the Dental Fuel Podcast where JB is interviewed by Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas. Hope you enjoy and subscribe to the Dental Fuel podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dental-fuel/id1683707577
Jan 27, 2024
Dr. Andrew Johnson of Alphabyte with Dentists in the Know
Send us Fan Mail Wondering about digital workflows with removable applications? This is definitely the episode for you! Dr. Johnson is a master of the digital workflow for removable cases and gives fantastic tips on integrating this into your practice! Dr. Andrew C. Johnson completed his general dental (2010) and prosthodontic training (2013) at the University of Memphis and now practices in Northwest, AR. Along with his specialist certificate, Dr. Johnson earned a post-doctoral master’s degree in dental science researching CAD/CAM restorative techniques and emerging digital dental materials. He maintains certifications by both the American Board of Prosthodontics and the National Board for Dental Laboratory Technology and remains active in dental academics as an adjunct professor with the UTHSC Advanced Prosthodontics Program. Dr. Johnson has been published in multiple scientific dental journals and lectures internationally on a variety of technological developments in dentistry. He consults for a wide range of dental clinicians, suppliers, manufacturers, and developers as a thought leader in surgical and prosthetic technology integrations. As a board-certified surgical prosthodontist and digital laboratory technician, his expertise centers around complex dental implant and prosthetic reconstruction, start to finish—from three-dimensional imaging, virtual treatment planning and computer-guided and robotic surgery, to digital prosthesis design, production workflow and long-term complication management. However, now that he devotes equal time utilizing, teaching and directly developing dental technologies, his broader professional interests include clinical process scaling, provider calibration, and dental mindset disruption. Learn more at: @drandrewcjohnson ● @omnismiledds ● @alphabytedental ● Sprintray ● Carestream ● 3DISC
Jan 26, 2024
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 1/24/2024
Send us Fan Mail Well, another week of crazy things happening in a dental office! Definitely catch this week's news to get the latest on a major tax package moving through the federal government and Winston Churchill's gold partial denture is on the market! Maybe Ye will consider a change from his new titanium teeth to this gold partial. We always leaving you with just a little more dental news!
Jan 19, 2024
Amber Auger, RDH of Thrive in the Op with the DINKS
Send us Fan Mail WOW! This episode is packed full of clinical pearls and opportunities for growth in your hygiene department. Struggling with finding hygienists, empowering them to discuss observations and treatment options with patients, and getting them bought into the culture? This is definitely the episode for you! Amber Auger, MPH, RDH, is a practicing dental hygienist with a mission to elevate the standard of care to determine the root cause of oral diseases. With over 17 years of experience, Amber specializes in creating practical systems to implement the latest oral science. Amber is the 2019 Sunstar Award of Distinction recipient, a contributor to RDH Magazine, a featured author for DentistryIQ, editor of the RDH Graduate newsletter, and the host of #AskAmberRDH. Amber is actively mentoring and educating fellow dental hygienists in their careers and in personal and career growth through Thrive in the Op® on-demand course curriculum and weekly live coaching sessions. Amber is also the owner of the Functional RDH® certification that provides hands-on and classroom lectures to identify the root cause of dental dysbiosis and ways in which to restore whole-body health based on the latest oral science. Thank you to our Education Partner: AIDA (RDH Mag, Owner of Thrive in the OP and the Functional RDH Certification) Learn more at www.amberauger.com @amberaugerrdh and @thriveintheop
Jan 19, 2024
News on the Go 1/17/2024
Send us Fan Mail Whoa, the news this week is action packed! The DINKS have two personal exciting announcements that you definitely will not want to miss! And new regulations looming for dental chairs and dental equipment to accommodate those with disabilities. Deadline for public comment is February 12 so you definitely want to understand it's impact on your practice. Another great week with the DINKS. Last chance to vote for your favorite dental influencers :-) https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S2ZRJQ8
Jan 16, 2024
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 1/10/2024
Send us Fan Mail Well even JB's audio won't keep the news away this week. Are you aware of the new concerns regarding Ozempic and other drugs in its class and surgical anesthesia? We discuss some recent concerns coming out of AAOMS and potential changes in recommendations for patients on these GLP-1 drugs. And we discuss a dentist who died while treating a patient and what that means for his office. Thanks for tuning in each week and stay "In The Know"
Jan 9, 2024
Dr. Mark Murphy Lead Clinical Faculty for Prosomnus with the DINKS
Send us Fan Mail Are you asking the hard questions about practicing sleep dentistry while running a GP office? This is definitely the episode for you! With nearly 40 years experience in the dental and dental laboratory professions and recently in the dental manufacturing industries, Mark has a gestalt perspective of the various functions and relationships. A long standing role with the Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne has had significant influence on this point of view. After receiving various awards and honors within the dental profession and selling his very successful practice in 1998, he drifted towards a more global industry view and role serving with Dental Technologies Inc. and as a consultant to several manufacturers and suppliers for dentistry and the laboratory profession. Currently, Mark is the Lead Faculty for ProSomnus Sleep Technology in the Bay area and practices Dental Sleep Medicine part time in Rochester Hills MI and is on the faculty at UDM school of dentistry snd the Pankey institute. Specialties: Dental Sleep Medicine, strategic planning, change management, implementation oversight, performance metrics and motivational speaking.
Jan 6, 2024
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 1/3/2024
Send us Fan Mail Happy New year! The DINKS are back live this week with some interesting news stories to share. Two back to back stories on malpractice that definitely left us scratching our heads a bit. And we chat about the latest patent issued to PEARL on their AI software for dentistry. We always learn and share so much during our news segment so make this your new year's resolution - staying better informed about your profession!
Jan 3, 2024
Anne Duffy of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine and DeWlife with the DINKS
Send us Fan Mail Meet Anne Duffy, the visionary CEO and Founder behind Dental Entrepreneur Media - a platform designed to revolutionize the dental profession! Through her digital platforms, podcasts, print magazines, and retreats, Anne has created vibrant communities of dental influencers who come together to share their inspiring stories. With a mission to inspire and empower women in dentistry, Anne founded Dental Entrepreneur Woman (DeW) in 2016. DeW is dedicated to connecting and advancing women in dentistry and promoting the causes they advocate. Anne is passionately building a community of female dental entrepreneurs who are trailblazers in their field, making a real difference in the world. Dental Entrepreneur has come a long way since its inception in 1998, with its flagship publication 'Business Beyond the Classroom' paving the way for its future expansion. Anne has brought her expertise to the forefront with the launch of 'The Future of Dentistry' and now DeW, all designed to elevate and unite dental professionals across the globe. www.dentalentrepreneur.com www.dew.life Educational partner for this show is Mango Voice.
Dec 27, 2023
Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas of New Kids on the Block AND Dental Fuel Podcast with the DINKS
Send us Fan Mail We were very lucky to get Dr. Tanya on the show and connect about all things public health, organized dentistry and leadership and the current landscape of dentistry for newer grads. What a super cool interview with an incredible cool person! Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas was born and raised in El Paso, TX. She attended dental school at the University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston. She graduated in 2018 and completed an AEGD residency in 2019. During dental school, she became involved in organized dentistry and served in various leadership roles including President of the American Student Dental Association. After graduating, she returned to El Paso and practices outside of the city at La Clinica de Familia (FQHC) where she serves as a Dental Director for the site. She also serves as a part-time faculty member at the Woody L Hunt School of Dental Medicine. She was recently named the Texas New Dentist of the Year. She has continued her involvement in organized dentistry by serving in numerous roles with organizations including the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Hispanic Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Texas Academy of General Dentistry, and the El Paso District Dental Society. She is an alumnus of the American Dental Association Institute for Diversity in Leadership and was recognized as one of the American Dental Association 10 under 10 recipients & one of Incisal Edge 40 under 40 dentists. She is passionate in providing care to underserved communities and seeks to help close the gap in barriers to care. She strives to promote diversity within dentistry and seek to ensure inclusion at all levels of the profession.
Dec 22, 2023
Dr. Jeff Bonk of Spear Education with the DINKS
Send us Fan Mail With more than three decades of dental experience, Dr. Bonk is devoted to sharing his knowledge and skills of advanced restorative dentistry. He joined Spear in 2009 as a member of the Anterior Live Patient Faculty and now serves as an instructor in the 'Restorative Design' workshop. He lectures nationally about advanced restorative dentistry. Early in his career, Dr. Bonk provided advanced training in the dental specialties of periodontics, oral surgery, and prosthetics, as well as training in hospital medicine and treatment of medically compromised patients during a one-year residency at the Loyola University Medical Center. Dr. Bonk works with graduate dentists once per month in the General Practice Residency Program at Loyola Hospital in Maywood, Illinois. Additionally, he lectures locally and nationally about advanced restorative dentistry. As a valued Spear Resident Faculty member since 2009, Dr. Bonk is a member of the Anterior Live Patient Faculty and serves as an instructor in the “Restorative Design” and “Anterior Restorative Dentistry” workshops. DINKY DEAL: https://www.speareducation.com/DINKS_Podcast ● IG: @speareducation / https://www.instagram.com/speareducation/ ● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speareducation ● LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spear-education ● YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SpearEducation&
Dec 21, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 12/20/2023
Send us Fan Mail Well obviously the biggest news story of the day is that it is JB's birthday :-) But in other news, we report on a dentist out of CA that was sentenced to jail for NBA dental fraud. There was also a new study that came out of JAMA that supports good oral hygiene for patients in ICU and lastly an update on a new requirement from the IRS for all businesses in the new year. We always have you covered here in the news segment of the podcast. Tune in each week!
Dec 14, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 12/13/2023
Send us Fan Mail An exciting week in the world of dental news with Smile Direct Club leading all the headlines. But we also give you an update on lead apron regulations and new funding that has been approved for community health centers. You know the DINKS are always here for you to keep you up to date on all things dental!
Dec 8, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 12/6/2023
Send us Fan Mail Oh that silly little Smile Direct Club is back in the news again. What will their fate entail? 3D printing bone grafts..is that really on the horizon? And how about those DrBicuspid Cuspies nominations?? We are so honored to be in the finalist group again this year for Influencer of the Year! As always, we are bringing you the latest in dental news!
Dec 7, 2023
Mike Buckner of PEARL with the DINKS at ADA SMILECON 2023
Send us Fan Mail The role of Artificial Intelligence in dentistry is an incredibly hot topic! The DINKS welcomed Mike Buckner of Pearl into the podcasting booth to chat about AI in dentistry and what should we be watching for in the coming years as this technology continues to evolve.
Dec 6, 2023
Michael Gainsburg "Shofu Mike" with the DINKS at ADA SMILECON
Send us Fan Mail One of the missions of the DINKS podcast is to show how advantageous it can be to have great relationships with your vendors. They really do care about your success in practice and being a part of the journey! Mike Gainsburg is living out that mission everyday through Shofu. The needs and desires of the dentist is under consideration with every advancement this company is making.
Dec 5, 2023
Dr. Gigi Meinecke of FACES SEMINARS with the DINKS at ADA SMILECON 2023
Send us Fan Mail Everyone loves GIGI! And so do the DINKS. For us, there is no one better out there teaching facial esthetics like Dr. Gigi Meinecke!
Dec 4, 2023
Dr. Ricardo Mitrani of Spear Education with the DINKS
Send us Fan Mail Wow! The DINKS especially enjoyed chatting with Dr. Mitrani! What a phenomenal journey in dentistry he has had and an incredible clinician. All dentists could use a little dose of the empathy he has towards his patients. Dr. Mitrani helps us understand where patients are emotionally, behaviourly and cognitively to help get the best diagnosis and treatment plan. Dr. Mitrani has authored many scientific articles and chapters in textbooks on implant prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry. He has given more than 500 lectures in 30 countries, maintains a private practice in Mexico City limited to prosthodontics and implants, serves as an instructor in Spear Seminars, frequently contributes to Spear Digest, and develops numerous lessons for Spear Online. Dr. Mitrani has authored many scientific articles and chapters in textbooks on implant prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry and has given more than 500 lectures in 30 countries. He maintains a private practice, Grupo Dental Bosques Oral Health & Smile Design, in Mexico City, limited to prosthodontics and implants. As a valued Spear Resident Faculty member 2016, Dr. Mitrani serves as an instructor in Spear seminars, frequently contributes to Spear Digest, and develops numerous lessons for Spear Online. On a personal note, Dr Mitrani has been happily married to his wife Sandra for 29 years and they have three amazing children. He is a music lover, a world traveler and considers himself a perpetual student! Instagram: @ricardomitrani @SpearEducation Learn more: http://www.speareducation.com/DINKSPodcast Limited time off of $200 off the Art of Treatment Planning and Case Acceptance. Offer expires 12/13/2023
Dec 4, 2023
Dr. Tanya Maestas of DentalFuel and New Dentists on the Block Podcast with the DINKS at ADA SMILECON 2023
Send us Fan Mail A new friend of the podcast, Dr. Tanya Maestas hangs out with the DINKS to talk about her current work with New Dentists on the Block podcast, her life in public health and dentistry from the eyes of a more recent grad! The profession of dentistry is very lucky to have a new grad like this in our midst.