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Sep 25, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Dr. Rebeca Weisleder, (6-15-22)
Send us Fan Mail Let's talk dental trauma! (6-15-22) Likely one of the scariest moments for most dentists is when a trauma case calls you (after hours usually) and needs you to help put them back together. Join us for this week's show as we discuss dental trauma and best practices for managing those cases for patients. Rebeca Weisleder, DDS, MEd, is the chair and clinical associate professor in the Department of Endodontics at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry. She earned a DDS from the Universidad Autonoma de Mexico in Mexico City and earned a masters in education from the University of Houston. She later received a certificate in endodontics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. Weisleder is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. She has been involved in academia since 1990 and has delivered numerous presentations both nationally and internationally. She is a member of the American Association of Endodontics and the American Dental Education Association. Her research on endodontic diagnosis and treatment of young permanent teeth has been published in leading dental journals. Watch live by joining our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dentistsintheknow/
Sep 23, 2023
DINKS with Dr. Troy Schmedding 9/13/2023
Send us Fan Mail One of our regulars, Dr. Troy Schmedding, is going to roundtable with us this week and we will discuss some pressing issues in dentistry. If you haven't had the opportunity to hear Dr. Schmedding speak, you're missing out. He's one of the best educators out there. Please join us as we shed light on a few topics from different angles! About Dr. Schmedding: Dr. Troy Schmedding is a 1993 honors graduate of the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California. He maintains a private practice in Walnut Creek, Ca. where he focuses on aesthetic and functional dentistry. An Accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, he lectures both nationally and internationally on aesthetics and restorative materials. He has also written and published numerous articles on restorative materials and protocols in numerous dental magazines. Dr Schmedding also serves as a Key Opinion Leader for numerous manufacturers helping develop and bring new products to market.
Sep 22, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 9/20/2023
Send us Fan Mail Burning mouth got you down? Tune into today's episode to get some HOT tips on this burning condition. We also talk about the current status of dentists in the population and some uptick in activity relating to dental oral health in the US legislature. It's always fun to be the smartest in the room at your next CE event. You do not want to miss this episode!
Sep 22, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Dr. Marc Geissberger (11-3-21)
Send us Fan Mail Join our Facebook group and watch LIVE every Wednesday at 8:30pm! https://www.facebook.com/groups/dentistsintheknow Original Air Date: 11-3-21
Sep 20, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Dr. Tom Viola, Ep. 97 (5/25/22)
Send us Fan Mail Air date: 5/25/22 HEY DINKS - this is a must watch for updates in antibiotic prophylaxis. Free education right here just with a click! You are crazy not to watch this episode and know the latest advise and protocols! And as always, you can join us on Wednesdays at 8:30pm on Facebook Live. Join our Facebook Group, Dentists IN The Know. With over 30 years’ experience as a pharmacist, educator, speaker and author, Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. has earned his reputation as the go-to specialist for delivering quality continuing education content through his informative engaging presentations. Tom’s sellout programs provide an overview of the most prevalent oral and systemic diseases and the most frequently prescribed drugs used in their treatment. Special emphasis is given to dental considerations and strategies for effective patient care planning. As a clinical educator, Tom is a member of the faculty of twelve dental professional degree programs and has received several awards for outstanding teacher of the year. Tom instructs dental hygiene students and practice dental hygienists in pharmacology and local anesthesia in preparation for national board exams. As a published writer, Tom is well known internationally for his contributions to several professional journals in the areas of pharmacology, pain management and local anesthesia. In addition, Tom has served as a contributor, chapter author and peer reviewer for several pharmacology textbooks. As a professional speaker, Tom has presented continuing education courses to dental professionals internationally since 2001. Meeting planners agree that Tom is their choice to educate audiences within this specialty. TomViola.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/dentistsintheknow/
Sep 15, 2023
DINKS with Dr. Laura Brenner of Dental Side Gigs
Send us Fan Mail Let's talk with one of the happiest people that left dentistry to find that happiness and bring that spring back into her step. After dreaming of becoming a dentist her whole life, Dr. Laura Brenner learned that dentistry wasn’t a match for her. She practiced for 10 years before leaving clinical dentistry to become a blogger, a speaker, and a certified professional coach. After her blog post, “10 Reasons Your Dentist Probably Hates You Too,” went viral, she began connecting with dental professionals around the world who wanted more from their careers. This inspired her to create Lolabees Career Coaching to guide dental professionals in designing their careers on their terms, so they can plan, create, and live joyful, balanced lives. Dr. Brenner is such a great friend of the show and we are so happy to have her back on to discuss her journey.
Sep 14, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 9/13/2023
Send us Fan Mail Join JB this week as she discusses where the great migration of dentists is occurring. We will also look at a large dental company acquisition from last week and the future state of amalgam in dentistry in Europe. Always exciting and hard hitting journalism with the DINKS!
Sep 11, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Dr. Tom Viola, Ep. 81 (1-26-22)
Send us Fan Mail Original AIR DATE: Jan 26, 2022 HE'S BACK!!! By popular demand, we are honored to host Dr. Tom Viola. Dr. Viola is the best when it comes to pharmacology. Please listen in as we discuss some pertinent issues regarding anesthetics, antibiotics, and cannabis in dentistry. With over 30 years’ experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker and published author, Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. has earned his national and international reputation as the go-to specialist for making pharmacology practical and useful for all members of the dental team. As the founder of Pharmacology Declassified, Tom provides valuable insight on the complex interplay between pharmacology and physiology so that clinicians may be knowledgeable about not only the dental considerations of medications used to treat systemic illness but also the systemic considerations of medications used to provide dental treatment. As an educator, Tom is a member of the faculty of over 10 dental professional degree programs and has received several awards for outstanding teacher of the year. As an author, Tom is well known for his contributions to several professional journals, has served as a contributor, chapter author and peer reviewer for several pharmacology textbooks and currently serves as a consultant to the American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs. As a speaker, Tom has presented over 1000 informative, humorous and engaging continuing education seminars and webinars to dental professionals internationally since 2001. Meeting planners and attendees agree that Tom is their choice to educate within this dental specialty.
Sep 8, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Dr. Marty Jablow, Ep. 94 (5-4-22)
Send us Fan Mail Air Date: 5-4-22 Marty Jablow, DMD, is the president of Dental Tech Advisors and owner of The Dentists of Woodbridge located in Woodbridge, NJ. He earned his bachelor's in biology from Rutgers College before graduating from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1986. Dr. Jablow has trained dental residents at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center and been on the dental hygiene faculty at Middlesex County College in New Jersey. He has been on his county Peer Review board for over 25 years. Dr. Jablow is a key opinion leader in dentistry, serving on the editorial or advisory boards of DentalCompare, the Eco-Dentistry Association, and Dental Product Shopper. He has attained Fellowships in the Academy of General Dentistry and Academy of Dental Facial Aesthetics. Dr. Jablow has been recognized by Dentistry Today as one of the top lecturers in the country. Dr. Jablow consults with many companies on product development and marketing, assisting companies such as KaVoKerr, Air Techniques, Triodent, Apteryx, and Acteon in developing products through the entire pipeline process. Join us LIVE by joining our Facebook Group, Dentists IN the Know. https://www.facebook.com/groups/dentistsintheknow/ Thank you Q-Optics for sponsoring this episode.
Sep 6, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 8/30/2023
Send us Fan Mail Unfortunately, we had to pick on California a bit this week as several of our odd dental news stories comes from the great state! We also note new guidelines for pain management in pediatric patients and an update to our story on the bone graft material recalled due to TB infection being present. This and always so much more!
Sep 6, 2023
DINKS with Dr. Sara Kuckhoff
Send us Fan Mail Talk about a 'go-getter'! Let's talk about AACD, residency, what it was like learning under Dr. Adamo Notrantonio, and her future in dentistry! Dr. Sara Kuckhoff is an avid learner with a passion for providing functionally beautiful dentistry to her patients. Her desire for excellence led her to pursue a residency with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and Dr. Adamo Notarantonio. She is a graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine and earned her B.S. from Emory University. The blend of art and science in dentistry is one of her favorite aspects of the profession. She continues to seek opportunities for growth and is in the midst of the Kois curriculum.
Aug 30, 2023
DINKS with Dr. David Leader of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
Send us Fan Mail Let's talk "Issues in Evidence Based Medicine" with Dr. David Leader! This interview was incredibly eye opening on the impacts of biased research in the dental community and the constant quest for clinicians to find and implement evidenced based dentistry! Dr David Leader is an associate professor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where he is the director of emergency services and co-director of the DMD/MPH dual degree program. Dr Leader is a lead author of the Massachusetts Oral Health Guidelines for Pregnancy and Early Childhood, Massachusetts Department of Health, March 2016. He is a contributor to Carrasco-Labra, et al. How to Use Evidence-Based Dental Practices to Improve Your Clinical Decision Making, American Dental Association. Chicago, Il. 2020. Dr Leader is the chair of the education committee of the Massachusetts Dental Society. The goals of this conversation this week will be as follows: Learn how to identify sources of bias in scientific papers. Understand how authors and publishers may prevent bias in scientific papers. See examples of how industry may promote their products by managing research, publication of research, and influencing researchers and guideline committees.
Aug 29, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 8/23/2023
Send us Fan Mail Well its another week and more dental news to digest. Is your office and software A2P compliant? The deadline is approaching so tune in to make sure you have everything in place so that your texting communication with patients is not interrupted. We will also discuss a recent golfing incident which landed a dentist in jail and how you can help those in the dental community affected by the MAUI Wild fires. Never a dull moment in the dental news world!
Aug 23, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Dr. Bobbi Stanley & Dr. Karla Soto, 2-21-22
Send us Fan Mail Original air date: 2-21-22 This week, we have TWO STARS in dentistry joining us to talk about the upcoming AACD Annual conference. These two talk all things AACD and how to be a part of the journey. Please look into their upcoming annual meeting at https://www.aacdconference.com. About our two guests: Dr. Bobbi Stanley Dr. Bobbi Stanley is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry, but education has been a mainstay of her 25-year career. As owner and principal dentist of one of the largest comprehensive dental practices in North Carolina, her goal has been excellence in patient care through continuing education, the latest dental equipment and technology, and superior materials. Dr. Bobbi Stanley is a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), Diplomate in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (DICOI), a Fellow with the International Association of Orthodontics (IAO), and a Fellow at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). Additionally, she is a Sustaining Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics (ICCMO), the International Association of Orthodontics (IAO), and is a Qualified Member of the Crown Council, the American Dental Association (ADA), the Raleigh-Wake County Dental Society (RWCDS), the North Carolina Dental Society (NCDS), the American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD), and the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS). Dr. Bobbi Stanley is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at her alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. She is Co-Founder and Senior Instructor at Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry in Cary, NC, as well as a Senior Instructor at the International Association of Orthodontics in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and The Facial Beauty Institute in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Stanley’s personal philosophy is not only to live life but also to live it to the fullest. Her motivation to be the best in her field is matched only by her desire to be a great wife and loving mother of her four children. In 2017, Dr. Bobbi completed one of her bucket list items by successfully finishing the Louisville Ironman Triathlon. Dr. Karla Soto Dr. Karla Soto has focused on sharing the power of Digital Dentistry, Facially Generated Comprehensive Treatment Planning and the impact of having an emotional connection with patients. Karla has presented in Europe, South America and North America on fully embracing the digital dentistry revolution to transform her practice into a more productive and fulfilling experience. She is a DSD KOL, Align Global Faculty, AACA KOL and VHF KOL. An award winning clinician, Karla received the 2020 DSD Speaker of the Year award, the 2021 Straumann Purpose award and Align Case Shootout champion at the 2021 GP Summit live competition. Dr. Soto is the cofounder of Smile Again, a nonprofit to help give smile makeovers to survivors of domestic violence. In addition, Karla was chosen to be part of Invisalign’s Go Beyond marketing campaign as the face for Invisalign to professionals around the globe. A bonafide CE addict, she has taken over 1800 CE hours and is a member of AACD, AGD, DSD, AACA, LEAD Mastermind, Kois Member, Seattle Study Club and Spear alumni. Dr. Soto graduated from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in 2006 and completed a GPR at the Baltimore VA. She currently practices as a cosmetic, implant and general dentist in her private practice in Boca Raton, Florida.
Aug 22, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, Ep. 46 (5/12/21)
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jessica Metcalfe. She is the founder of The Alchemist Dentist, international speaker, certified life coach, general dentist to oncology patients and passionate educator. Her mission is helping high-achieving and successful individuals (that’s you!) dismantle Impostor Phenomenon, Perfectionism and Burnout. Dr. Metcalfe will be discussing her journey and her passion. In addition, we will talk about her new Clubhouse Group on Saturday mornings. This should be a good one, especially if you're 'burnt out!' Original air date - May 12, 2021
Aug 21, 2023
DINKS with Dr. David Rice and Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz
Send us Fan Mail Please join us as we chat with the chief editors of Dentistry IQ, Dr David Rice and Dental Economics, Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz. They will be discussing the direction of these publications, the upcoming Dental Economics Conference in Las Vegas... and of course they're new endeavor 'Dentistry Unmasked'. As always, we love having these two guests on the show. This should be a great conversation.
Aug 17, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 8/16/2023
Send us Fan Mail Not to miss - this episode highlights some of the unintended consequences of the Medical Loss Ratio/Question 2 from Massachusetts, new laws in CA which should be a model for other states and could dental health therapists become a thing in NY? Stay the smartest dentist at the fall conference's with JB's news on the go.
Aug 17, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Dr. Brandon Walker, Ep. 69 (10-20-21)
Send us Fan Mail Original air date: 10-21-21 We dive into the topic of biomimetic dentistry with Dr. Brandon Walker. We talk all things conservative dentistry and how to optimize adhesives principles for long lasting results! Dr. Brandon Walker is an enthusiastic graduate of the Alleman Center of Biomimetic Dentistry and University of Washington School of Dentistry. He proudly served as a Signals Intelligence Collector & Analyst in the United States Marine Corps from 2005-2015 and earned a B.S. in Public Health from American Military University. Dr. Walker co-founded the Institute of Injection Overmolding in Seattle, Washington where he teaches hands-on advanced composite dentistry. He is an avid member of the Academy of General Dentistry, Academy of Operative Dentistry, Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry, and the American Academy of Clear Aligners and has a special interest in microscope-facilitated biomimetic restorative dentistry. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys hitting up the local parks with his son Atlantus, investigative journalism, and photography. You can reach him on instagram @dissidentist or at www.brandonwalkerdds.com.
Aug 14, 2023
SPECIAL FEATURE: Elevate Your Dental Practice: Unlocking The Business Side of Dentistry with Chad Duplantis
Send us Fan Mail Chad is a guest on Shawn Zaja's podcast "Innovation in Dentistry".
Aug 14, 2023
DINKS on the Major Threats Facing Dentistry Today
Send us Fan Mail What's the biggest threat to dentistry as we know it? No, it isn't us! Tonight we are going to do something a little different. Rather than have a guest, we are taking this week to roundtable this important topic.
Aug 11, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 8/9/2023
Send us Fan Mail JB shares a ton of news this week. We have some interesting stories about crazy things that happened to patients but also spend some time chatting about some changes in government regulations. There is always so much info packed into a 10 minute segment just keep our community current on all things dentistry!
Aug 6, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with Dr. Alan Stern, Ep. 70 (10/28/21)
Send us Fan Mail Air Date: 10/28/21 Join us as we talk with one of the nicest people around (besides us 3😉 of course). Dr Alan Stern is a practicing dentist who runs a coaching business called Better Richer Stronger. Alan works with dentists who want to create a workplace that is productive & profitable and a life that is rewarding and meaningful. As a speaker, he conducts presentations for dental groups that redefine what it means to build a better team and rekindle their passion for what matters. Dr Alan Stern is the best selling author of the book, Enjoy the Ride for those who want to get out from the day to day grind and take charge of their roadmap to a better life. As a result of Alan's work, people often share that they have more focus, more energy, more momentum and get the results they no longer thought were possible. On a personal note, Alan and Fran, his wife of over four decades, have recommitted to living a healthy life, Alan has held a plank for ten minutes on his 66th birthday and he and Fran are constantly striving for higher fitness goals!
Aug 4, 2023
News on the Go with Dentists in the Know 8/2/2023
Send us Fan Mail Big news on the guidelines for using protection i.e. lead aprons during routine radiography in the dental setting! And the rare story of a 2 y/o boy who suffered a stroke from a toothbrush injury. All of that plus some updated statistics from the HPI group within the ADA. It's your must listen news segment every week, so tune in!
Aug 2, 2023
Humpday Happy Hour with CEO Dave Monahan of Kleer Ep. 76 (12/8/21)
Send us Fan Mail How about In-Office Membership plans? Hot topic for sure, but are you ready to embark, or are you having trouble getting started or even keeping up? Kleer can certainly help you out. Kleer is a cloud-based platform that enables dentists to easily create their own membership plan and offer it directly to patients and local employers. Kleer eliminates the cost and hassle of the insurance middle man, making it very easy for patients and small businesses to get the comprehensive dental care they want while enabling dentists to increase patient loyalty, visits and treatment acceptance. Kleer CEO, Dave Monahan, has a passion for creating technology enabled businesses that improve people’s lives. Prior to joining Kleer, Dave served as the CEO of FitLinxx, where he created simple and affordable wearable devices that enabled patients to monitor and manage chronic conditions and athletes to monitor and improve performance. Original Air Date: 12/8/21