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Dec 3, 2023
Dr. Kelly Tanner of Next Level Hygiene with the DINKS at ADA SMILECON 2023
Send us Fan Mail One of our faves and regulars on the podcast, Dr. Kelly Turner hangs out with the DINKS for the closing interview of SmileCon. They get a little silly in this one after a long day of recording, interviewing and trying to be serious!
Dec 2, 2023
Melissa Turner of Cellerant Consulting Group and Co-Founder of the Denobi Awards with the DINKS at ADA SMILECON 2023
Send us Fan Mail The DINKS sit down with Melissa Turner on all things branding, the Denobi Awards and her amazing journey in the world of dentistry. Thinking of a side hustle or life outside of the operatory, this episode is definitely for you!
Nov 30, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 11/29/2023
Send us Fan Mail Something is happening in the world of centralized medical benefits. JB has the scoop on a rapidly changing landscape for centralized benefits for dental patients. And make less money as a dentist in the future....that's what the story says! All of this and more with your news of the week!
Nov 27, 2023
Dr. Avi Schetritt, Board Certified Periodontist with the DINKS
Send us Fan Mail Lasers in perio, its a hot topic and one we will discuss in great detail in this episode with Dr. Avi! Dr. Avi Schetritt is a board-certified Periodontist. He grew up in Montreal, Canada, where he completed his undergraduate studies at McGill University. He then went on to receive his dental degree (DMD) at the University of Montreal. After two years in general private practice, Dr. Schetritt attended the University of British Columbia in Vancouver Canada, where he completed his periodontal residency program. Dr. Schetritt is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologist (ICOI). “Dr. Avi” as he likes to be called, is a devoted educator, and lectures nationally and internationally on soft tissue procedures, laser periodontal therapy, bone regeneration and implants. He has also authored several articles and textbook chapters on these topics.
Nov 20, 2023
Dr. Gregg Kinzer with Spear Education on Humpday Happy Hour
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Gregg Kinzer, Faculty Chairman serving as the Director of Curriculum and Campus Education at Spear Education, joins the DINKS for this special Humpday Happy Hour. Dr. Kinzer is a gifted academician and clinician who is committed to advancing the art and science of restorative dentistry. His interdisciplinary approach to dentistry is founded in empirical based research and clinical experience. Dr. Kinzer’s unique ability to impart complex clinical processes in a logical, systematic and clear methodology differentiates him from other dental educators. He has a private practice in Seattle, WA with his wife, Dr. Jill Kinzer. Their practice is world-renowned and listed as one the select 'Leading Dental Centers of the World'. Live event: 11/15, 2023
Nov 20, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 11/15/2023
Send us Fan Mail JB's raspy voice (thanks to too much talking!) brings us some exciting topics this week. We discuss a serial embezzler and a few quick tips to prevent a bad apple like this in your practice. ADA is back with some updates in their HPI stats showing some very surprising developments on work force related issues. JB was definitely surprised to learn some of those details as well.
Nov 13, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 11/8/2023
Send us Fan Mail Vindication has arrived! Jeff and JB have been discussing oral consequences of bariatric surgery for quite some time and the data is starting to prove their observations. It feels nice to get some validation of your clinical observations. The group behind the cyber attack of Henry Schein has now been identified and the future of the data and getting the company back online is still unknown. And sending so much love to our Veterans and to those who provide service programs to them as we try to solve their access to care!
Nov 10, 2023
DINKS with Dr. Fred Poirier, Align Faculty Member
Send us Fan Mail If you want to bring digital scanning into your office BUT want to start with a scanner that can do way more than take a digital impression, then it is time to consider an iTero scanner. https://marketing.aligntech.com/m/887ab2575b2be58/original/Align-Oral-Health-Suite.mp4 If you already own an iTero, catch an upcoming webinar listed in the comments below to learn about the new Oral health Suite to make sure you are using all the newest features. A huge thank you to our educational partner: Align Tech, Inc and our guest Dr. Fred Poirier. Check out the link below to find out more about iTero scanners and the many ways they can work in your practice. https://cloud.info.itero.com/DINKS Dr. Poirier graduated from the University of Montreal in 1996 with a DMD and obtained a bachelor's degree in microbiology from the same university. For the last 20 years he has developed a great amount of knowledge in orthodontics by treating more than 4,000 patients with the help of myofunctional appliances and braces. Since 2003 Dr. Poirier has provided Invisalign treatment to his patients. With more than 2000 Invisalign® cases, he joins our Elevate Speaker Team as one of the few general dentists who has claimed the title of Top 1% provider. He has been an Align Technology, Inc. Faculty Member since 2015. Learning from the best orthodontic speakers in the world has given him the passion for sharing his knowledge with others. He has lectured in French and English to doctors in Europe, the United States and Canada. When not teaching, Dr. Poirier runs a flourishing practice of five dentists and 20 staff members on the south-shore of Montreal.
Nov 7, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 11/1/2023
Send us Fan Mail It's another hard hitting week of journalism right here! An executive order from the US office of the presidency has been issued specifically addressing AI in medical use. We dive into this topic as well as other new AI entities starting to pop up in many regulatory agencies that will start developing the direction of AI in medicine. Another day, another dental school coming online..... And a woman is being sued in Missouri for offering veneer courses in local hotels to teach anyone to provide veneers to the general population. Never boring and always on point!
Nov 3, 2023
DINKS with Dr. Paul Henny of the Bob Barkley Study Club
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Henny will be talking with us about the Bob Barkley Study Club, now in its 25th year, and his new book: Codiscovery - Exploring the Legacy of Robert F. Barkley, DDS. He will also be explaining the importance of communication with your dental patients, dental insurance, and the survival of independent, “private-care,” fee-for-service comprehensive dentistry. Dr. Henny studied at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry (D.D.S.) and the University of Kentucky (B.S.). He is a member of The Academy of General Dentistry, The L.D. Pankey Alumni Association, The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, The American College of Oral Implantology, The Roanoke Valley Dental Society and The Bob Barkley Study Club. Connect with Dr. Paul Henny at Paul@paulhenny.com, Bob Barkley Study Club Facebook Page and Codiscovery.com
Oct 27, 2023
Dentists in the Know with Dr. Julie Woods of The Profit First Dentist
Send us Fan Mail To say the hosts of the podcast learned as much as those who are listening to the podcast is an understatement! We were definitely students with Dr. Woods that evening! This episode is for everyone who ever spends or makes money. In 2020, Dr. Julie C. Woods became a certified Profit First Professional, the first and only dentist to do so. Dr. Woods helps colleagues understand their businesses and increasetheir profitability. She recently released her best-selling book “Profit Over Production: Understand Dental Business and Choose Your Practice Destiny” so that even more people can transform their practices. Dr. Woods, a board-certified periodontist, has been in private practice since finishing her residency at Baylor University in 2004. When she isn’t eating and drinking her wayacross the globe, she lives with her husband and daughter in Topeka, Kansas. drjuliewoods.com The Profit First Dentist
Oct 27, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 10/25/2023
Send us Fan Mail It's another exciting week in the dental news world! The city of Albany may finally get fluoridated water. New studies came out last week showing two concerning signs in the practice of dentistry so we dive into that discussion. It's your weekly dose of dental news fun! Thanks for stopping by!
Oct 24, 2023
DINKS Live at ADA SmileCon 2023
Send us Fan Mail Catch a full 1 hour Humpday Happy Hour (On a Saturday) with the DINKS at ADA's SmileCon 2023. It is all your favorite parts with the banter, the news and of course some hot topics in dentistry. And we were not afraid to have some bold conversations!
Oct 24, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 10/18/2023
Send us Fan Mail Another week, another news episode! We explore new licensing changes for Dental Hygiene in PA. Meanwhile, CA is looking to bring vaccine mandates to their dental professionals. And of course, we always have some fluff in the news with a recent world record involving teeth. Why would you miss one minute of your weekly dental news update?
Oct 17, 2023
DINKS with Dr. Jaren Argyle, the founder of The Elevated Dentist
Send us Fan Mail Wanting to make sure you are getting the most of out of your professional and personal journey through life? Dr Jaren Argyle, the founder of The Elevated Dentist, provides valuable insight into building the life you love and practicing dentistry intentionally the way you want! Dr. Argyle is a practicing general dentist in Northern Utah with a specific emphasis on treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders and temporomandibular joint dysfunctions. He graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in 2005 and immediately purchased an existing practice that he continues to practice in today. He received his Life Coach Certification after extensive training with The Coach Training Alliance in May 2022. Jaren practices what he preaches as he spends many of his days enjoying time with his wife and children as well as being involved in his community contributing time and finances and participating in a variety of amazing hobbies including mountain biking, wakesurfing/foiling, and skiing/snowboarding. It is his goal to reach as many dentists as possible and to help them to live their best lives!
Oct 17, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Steve Parker (1-11-23)
Send us Fan Mail Join us for another Humpday Happy Hour with Steve Parker! Air Date: 1-11-23 Steve Parker is the President/CEO of The Profitable Dentist, LLC and Editor-In-Chief of The Profitable Dentist Magazine, where he brings a renewed energy to continuing the work of founder, Dr. Woody Oakes. For over 30 years, TPD Magazine, Conferences, CE Courses, Newsletters, MasterMinds and Networking events have helped tens of thousands of dentists become better practice owners. TPD has awarded over 1 million hours of CE credit, and nearly every notable lecturer, industry leader, and dental education expert has spoken at a TPD Conference or been published in The Profitable Dentist magazine. Building on Woody’s vision, Parker has dramatically expanded the TPD Network of resources that allows practice owning dentists, industry experts, and key opinion leaders to collaborate and share ideas, experiences, and best practices. Mr. Parker speaks internationally and contributes to industry journals on topics including the state of the dental industry, developing a practice owner mindset, leadership and strategy, and emerging trends in practice ownership. He can be reached at steve@theprofitabledentist.com.
Oct 16, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 10/11/2023
Send us Fan Mail This week's news is chock full of interesting stories. We provide some additional insight into the recent bankruptcy filings of Smile Direct Club. And did you hear what happened to Post Malone in Rome, Italy and why we might be interested in the story? Finally, ADA passed a change in their dues structure for 2024. All of this and so much more each week with our news segment!
Oct 13, 2023
DINKS with Dr. Lon McRae
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered about opening a dental and esthetic practice? Or even better, growing your practice to include services that directly associated with dentistry? Or perhaps increasing the oral and systemic oversight by building a practice with medical and dentistry services under one roof? Well Dr. Lon McRae has done just that and joins the DINKS to discuss how that type of model can work and the many advantages that come from cohesive dental and medical care! Lon is such a great friend of the DINKS and incredibly open about his journey in dentistry. About Dr. McRae: Dr. McRae graduated from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Dentistry in 1996. He has since built a successful practice in Meridian, Idaho receiving recognition as the best dental practice in the Treasure Valley. He is a respected lifetime qualified member of the elite Crown Council Dental Association, American Dental Association, International Academy of Dental Implants (IADI), International Academy of Oral Medicine of Toxicology (IAOMT), and International Congress of Oral Implantology (ICOI). Dr. McRae has been a clinical mentor for cosmetic dentistry with the Hornbrook Clinical Education Group since 2005. He has taught aesthetic dentistry both nationally and internationally. Dr. McRae has had his work published in many publications including The Journal of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is the President of the International Academy of Dental Implantology (IADI), a diplomate of the IADI, and a fellow of the ICOI. He is the clinical director of implants for Utah Valley Dental Lab as well as the developer of the One Stage Implant with Improved Immediate Loading.
Oct 12, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Kay Gerety (8-24-22)
Send us Fan Mail Air Date: 8-24-22 Empowering general dentists to provide comprehensive orthodontic care for their patients has been the mission of the Gerety Orthodontic Seminars for last several decades. Join us as we chat with Kay Gerety about her journey growing the center alongside her husband until his recent passing a few years ago. Join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/dentistsintheknow/ Kay is the Director of Education at Gerety Orthodontic Seminars and until her 2021 retirement from the classroom, was the lead instructor of our classroom courses. Kay continues to manage and organize each of the classroom meetings as well as the Online program. As a CDA, Kay worked alongside Dr. Gerety in their dental practice, and for 30 years she assisted him in presenting their Comprehensive Orthodontic program. She developed and taught her own clinical program for dental assistants and has lectured extensively on office managerial topics including Orthodontic Integration and Profitability, Practice Management and Marketing, and Effective Staff Utilization. As Founder of Gerety Orthodontic Seminars in 2009, Kay is devoted to the continuation of the orthodontic programs and maintaining the same standards that have been observed for over 43 years of teaching. .. #dentistry #dental #orthodontics #geretyorthodonticseminars #dentalassistant #directorofeducation
Oct 9, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour With Dr. Jeff Harrison (10-5-22)
Send us Fan Mail Why should dentists be screening for airway issues in their practice even if they do not wish to provide treatment? We discuss this and so much more with Dr. Jeffrey Harrison with Sleep Group Solutions. Original Air Date: 10-5-2022 Dr Jeff Harrison is the National Clinical Director of Sleep Group Solutions and has recently been appointed Chief Implementation Office CIO of APZME the first Dental Sleep Medicine DSO in the United States. SGS is the only company today offering a comprehensive solution for dental offices who are wanting to implement a “Turn-Key” Dental Sleep Medicine department. APZME Dental Sleep Partners is a provider of DSM practice management and partnership solutions. Dr Harrison graduated from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry, completed a General Practice Residency at St John’s Mercy Medical Center in his hometown of St Louis, MO, and has achieved Mastership Certification in laser assisted dentistry from the World Clinical Laser Institute. For three decades, Dr Harrison has served the dental profession as a Key Opinion Leader, Educator, Professional Speaker, Consultant, and Clinician. He is the Founder of Colorado Laser Dentistry and Sleeping Giant Sleep Solutions and retired from clinical practice in 2020 to step into his various roles at Sleep Group Solutions. Early in his career, Dr Harrison began recognizing that his patients were displaying signs and symptoms unexplained by what He was taught in dental school and residency. This challenge led him to seek out continuing education programs, attempting to uncover the “root cause” of what was affecting so many of his patients. This journey has landed him in the exciting, growing, and ever evolving field of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr Harrison believes the time is now for dentistry to progress beyond just fixing teeth and gums and become a real player on our patients healthcare team. Thus improving and prolonging the lives of our patients. This episode is sponsored by Q-Optics.
Oct 9, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 10/4/2023
Send us Fan Mail What does the SmileDirect bankruptcy really mean for the clear aligner company and their patients? And a strong warning for all dentists with patients who are currently taking fast dissolve suboxone for treatment of opioid addiction. We are always here for you bringing the latest dental news!
Oct 3, 2023
DINKS with Dr. Carla Cohn on Pediatric Dentistry Updates
Send us Fan Mail We haven't had many opportunities to discuss pediatric dentistry, but tomorrow will be different. Dr. Cohn is a general dentist that found her passion in treating kids. She's a brilliant educator on this topic and has some great courses coming up! Please join in to listen to our interview with Carla. Having known her for many years, this is a real treat for us DINKs! About Dr. Carla Cohn: Dr. Cohn is a general dentist, devoted solely to the practice of dentistry for children. She maintains private practice at Kids Sleep Dentistry Winnipeg, Western Surgery Centre and Kids Dental in Winnipeg, Canada. Dr. Cohn has published several articles, and hundreds of webinars and live courses. She enjoys teaching all aspects of children’s dentistry for the general practitioner and has had the pleasure of doing so both nationally and internationally. Dr. Cohn is proud to be an active member of several dental organizations and societies. She has been invited as a fellow to Pierre Fauchard Academy and International College of Dentists and has been recognized as Dentistry Today’s Leader in Continuing Education multiple years in a row as well as Top 100 Docs.
Oct 2, 2023
DINKS with Rob Gochoel of PreXion
Send us Fan Mail BREAKING NEWS!!!! Have you been looking to upgrade your practice diagnostics with CBCT? There are more choices than ever available. Rob Gochoel of PreXion provides an exclusive preview of PreXion’s new 3D CBCT Imaging models designed to fit the treatment specialization and workflow of every practice. He will provide detail on new changes at PreXion and in the imaging market, in general, and why now is a better time than ever before to incorporate the technology into practice. He will also share information about PreXion’s move into some new adjacent spaces in the imaging category and how, even with the changes, the company will remain committed to providing the best education and service in the industry. *Prexion is a paid educational supporter of Dentists in the Know, LLC
Sep 30, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 9/27/2023
Send us Fan Mail Is it time for some outdated recommendations to be considered for an update in the ADA and the AAP? We tackle the recent studies that open this debate while also providing updates on new developments in the legislature. And what would a news segment be without a little fun story on the largest collection of toothpaste tubes. Never a dull news show here!