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May 5, 2026
DINKS News: Oklahoma Updates, Dentist Tragedy, Optimism Amid Rising Costs
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May 4, 2026
How to Get Finance Support for Your Dental Practice on Midwinter Monday
Send us Fan Mail We got into dentistry to care for patients, but sometimes it can feel like we’re working in finance. Dr. Jennifer Bell spoke with Jason Gamble about how US Bank supports dentists so we can do more of what we love. US Bank offers dental practice startup financing with various lending options & no limitations on who can apply. But they don’t just stop at start-ups: they stay with you every step of the way to offer financial advice as you scale your practice. Their process is a truly customized experience that aligns with your healthcare goals. ✨Connect with Jason to finance your healthcare practice: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-gamble-0b653110/ 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch Chicago Midwinter Meeting discussions on our channel every Monday! 🌟Follow the DINKs to stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Apr 29, 2026
Life as an Olympic Athlete with Dr. Tara Peterson on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail What happens when Olympic-level intensity crashes into life in the dental office?! In this can’t-miss episode, we’re joined by Dr. Tara Peterson, a full-time practicing dentist, TWO-time Winter Olympian, and brand-new mom, who is absolutely redefining what it means to have it all🥌✨ Fresh off the 2026 Winter Games and a heart-pounding run that ended just shy of the podium, Dr. Peterson is giving us the rundown on everything we could ever want to know about the Olympics. From life in the village to meeting Snoop Dogg, trust us, you do not want to miss this one! Dr. Tara Peterson graduated from the University of Minnesota Dental School in 2018. She comes from a dental family–her dad is a dentist and her mom a hygienist. But practicing dentistry hasn’t stopped her from pursuing her other passion: Olympic-level curling. She hopes to inspire others through her drive and perseverance to reach the highest level in curling while working as a professional dentist. While they are two very different things, she believes dentistry and curling share many qualities: The grind, communication, teamwork, perseverance, practice, and constant learning, just to name a few! ✨Connect with Dr. Peterson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taraissupercool/ Practice Website: https://www.isaacsongentledentistry.com/ 🌟Stay up to date with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Apr 27, 2026
Streamline Dental Billing with Shreyas Parab at Chicago Midwinter
Send us Fan Mail Tired of spending all your time trying to connect with all your patients’ insurance companies? Yeah, us too. We were so excited that one of our favorite guest hosts, Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas, sat down with Shreyas Parab to give us the inside scoop on DayDream Dental, a full-service & integrative dental billing company that frees up your time for clinical and patient experience. We can’t get over how fast and easy DayDream makes the payment process for dentists! ✨Learn More: https://www.daydream.dental/ 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch Chicago Midwinter Meeting discussions on our channel every Monday! 🌟Follow the DINKs to stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Apr 22, 2026
AI Innovation in the Dental Industry with Dr. Kyle Stanley on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We’ve talked so much about how much we love Pearl over the years, so you can imagine how excited we are to talk to the man who started it all!🎉 This week, we’re joined by the co-founder of Pearl, Dr. Kyle Stanley, to discuss maintaining mental health in dentistry, introducing the industry to the ever-changing world of AI, and some cool news about his upcoming online courses👀 Named “The Next Generation of Cosmetic Dentistry” by the AACD and one of the “Top 10 Young Educators in Dentistry” by the Seattle Study Club, Dr. Stanley is listed among the “World’s Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry.” A USC graduate, Dr. Stanley advanced his training in dental implants in Brazil and has published extensively on esthetic dentistry, dental implants, mental health, and plastic surgery. He is also a pioneer in dental artificial intelligence. As a co-founder of Pearl, a dental AI company valued at over $400M, he’s helping reshape patient care and diagnostic accuracy. Dr. Stanley advises leading dental tech companies and champions mental health in the profession through his award-winning Light Side Academy, which helps dentists prevent burnout and build sustainable careers. A sought-after speaker, he’s presented on six continents, inspiring audiences with his forward-thinking approach to dentistry. ✨Connect with Dr. Stanley: Website: https://drkylestanley.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-stanley-72807b50/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkylestanley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drkylestanley Huge thank you to our educational partner, Pearl, for making this episode possible!🤩 🌟Stay up to date with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Apr 21, 2026
DINKs News: Patient Safety Crisis Raises Alarms, Pearl AI Rolls Out New Advances
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Apr 13, 2026
Minimally Invasive Dentistry Using AI: Erica Zerante from Pearl on Midwinter Monday
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Horowitz sat down with longtime friend and colleague Erica Zerante to discuss how Pearl can help with early detection, accurate care plan creation, and more! Pearl Dental doesn’t just help dentists see more clearly. It also helps patients understand what you’re showing them in the first place. With over 26 FDA clearances, Pearl uses computer technology to enable early detection, so dentists can easily help patients choose the best care plan. ✨Work with Pearl Dental: https://hellopearl.com/ 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch Chicago Midwinter Meeting discussions on our channel every Monday! 🌟Follow the DINKs to stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Apr 8, 2026
Restorative Dentistry Using Digital Scanners with Nelson Rego on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail Nelson Rego owns and operates Smile Designs by Rego, a progressive dental laboratory specializing in ceramics in Santa Fe Springs, California. Nelson and Juan Rego, CDT, established the laboratory in 1980. Mr. Rego is a certified dental technician (CDT) who has studied with some of the best dentists and ceramists in dentistry today. He is an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. As the author of over 70 articles on dental materials and techniques published in many leading dental journals, he is a leading voice in the field. He is also an evaluator and speaker for several dental product manufacturers and is the co-creator of Microthin Veneers, a prep-less approach to cosmetic dentistry ✨Connect with Nelson: Website: https://www.regosmiles.com/ Email: digital@regosmiles.com Thank you so much to Align for making this episode possible!🤩 🌟Stay up to date with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Apr 7, 2026
DINKs News: Dental Administration Act 2026
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Apr 6, 2026
Grandioso 4U: Universal Composite From VOCO on Midwinter Monday
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Horowitz has had so much success with VOCO products over the years, so he could not have been more excited to chat with Nicole Russel & Russ Pearlman about the latest universal composite from the Grandio line! GrandioSO 4U streamlines your restorative workflow by delivering a single, versatile composite that handles virtually any case. Built on the trusted performance of the long-standing GrandioSO line, this next-generation solution offers clinicians a reliable and efficient approach to everyday restorations without compromising strength or appearance. ✨Learn More: https://www.voco.dental/us/products/direct-restoration/nano-hybrid-composite/grandioso-4u.aspx 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch Chicago Midwinter Meeting discussions on our channel every Monday! 🌟Follow the DINKs to stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Apr 1, 2026
The Rise of the Virtual Dental Team with Dr. Greg Wu on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail An early adopter of dental technologies, Dr. Greg Wu has embraced digital technology in the dental office and has consulted with and integrated with companies such as Reach virtual assistant, Pearl AI, Bola AI, and Mango Agent to improve outcomes through technology. In his pursuit of continuous improvement, he transitioned from EagleSoft software to Curve Dental Software, the all-in-one cloud-based software to prepare for expansion and future technology needs. In 2022, he suffered a stroke that necessitated a reduction in his clinical care responsibilities. Following this, he dedicated his efforts to enhancing workflows, education and integrating new technologies to help streamline dental care. Dr. Wu received his DMD from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He completed his Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency at UCLA, which included advanced training in implants, veneers, and full mouth reconstructions. He has lectured in multiple courses at the Yankee Dental, Texas Dental Conference, and Ontario Dental Association since 2008. ✨Connect with Dr. Wu: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-wu-7708211 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_way_of_the_wu/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/Wayofthewu Thank you so much to Curve Dental for making this episode possible! 🌟Stay up to date with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Mar 31, 2026
DINKs News: Checking Dentist Licenses + Interstate Dental Compact Explained
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Mar 30, 2026
Top-Ranked Cloud-Based Dental Software: Curve Dental on Midwinter Monday
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Horowitz has been using Curve Dental in his dental practice for years, and he’s never going back! That’s why he was so excited to chat with Jana Macon to learn how Curve Dental makes life easier for any size office. If you think it couldn’t get better than that, guess again… They were also joined by Katie Franklin from Dental HQ to talk about some pretty cool integration news that we could not be more excited about🎉 Curve Dental was founded in 2004 to offer dentists an easier way to manage their offices. The cloud-based software currently serves over 80,000 dental professionals within the United States and Canada. From the start, Curve has focused on the dental industry and is committed to delivering the best all-in-one dental practice management and patient engagement software for practices of all sizes. ✨Work with Curve Dental: https://www.curvedental.com/ 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch Chicago Midwinter Meeting discussions on our channel every Monday! 🌟Follow the DINKs to stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Mar 25, 2026
Ideal Conservative Outcomes in Cosmetic Dentistry with Dr. Hugh Flax on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We love learning the tried-and-true methods dentists rely on, so we were thrilled to have Dr. Hugh Flax on the show to discuss his approach to esthetic dentistry!🎉 Dr. Hugh Flax is internationally known for his leadership in Esthetic Restorative Dentistry. An Accredited member and Past President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), he has lectured and authored in Europe, Japan, Canada, and the United States on dental lasers, smile design, and advanced restorative techniques. Dr. Flax practices full-time in Atlanta, Georgia, focusing on functional-esthetic restorative dentistry and advanced laser dentistry. In 2003, he was WSB-TV’s expert on Cosmetic Dentistry and appeared on FOX News, demonstrating the miraculous benefits of laser dentistry. He has been the expert dentist on the “Meet the Products” television show, H2O Magazine, and Best Self. He and his practice have been featured in many women’s magazines, including Cosmopolitan, Allure, New Beauty, In Style, The Atlantan, and Good Housekeeping. He has also been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Dear Doctor, The Atlanta Business Chronicle, and Productive Dentist Magazine. In 2022, he became the Official Dentist of the Miss Georgia USA and Miss Teen Georgia USA. ✨Connect with Dr. Flax: Website: www.flaxdental.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flaxdentalsmiles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flaxdental/?hl=en Thank you so much to Kettenbach Dental for making this episode possible! 🌟Stay up to date with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Mar 24, 2026
The Best Dental Lab in America with Rob Brenneise of Glidewell Dental on Midwinter Monday
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Duplantis sat down with his friend, Chief Growth Officer of Glidewell Dental, Rob Brenneise, to discuss one of the most innovative dental laboratories in the industry. Glidewell works with dentists to provide everything from occlusal appliances to veneers and removables, as well as digital dentistry for in-office solutions. We’ve always had the best experience working with Glidewell & recommend every doctor visit one of their symposiums at least once! ✨Work with Glidewell Dental: https://glidewelldental.com/ 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch Chicago Midwinter Meeting discussions on our channel every Monday! 🌟Follow the DINKs to stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Mar 24, 2026
DINKs News: Crimes in Dentistry, Egyptian Mummies Dental History, Ai Healthcare Advice
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Mar 18, 2026
How Oral Health Affects Brain Health with Dental Hygienist Anne O. Rice on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We love discussing oral systemic health, so we could not be more excited to chat with Anne O. Rice on this week’s episode👏 Anne will highlight the oral connections with dementia, Alzheimer's and mental longevity. This episode is not just for dental professionals but for EVERYONE! Anne has been a clinical dental hygienist for 35 years and is a speaker, writer, and dental practice consultant who has a special interest in how oral hygiene affects overall health, particularly brain health. She created Oral Systemic Seminars in 2017 and now devotes much of her time, focus and study to dementia prevention. She is a preceptor for the Bale/Doneen method, a Certified Dementia Practitioner and a Longevity Specialist with the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation, where she has also developed curriculum. She is a Fellow with The American Academy for Oral Systemic Health and serves on numerous advisory boards. She has a column in RDH magazine about oral systemic health and was a 2024 recipient of Sunstar’s Award of Distinction in the category of research for her 2021 manuscript Alzheimer’s Disease and Oral-Systemic Health for Frontiers. She has recently joined the faculty for The Institute for Functional Dentistry. She’s been included in an International Consortium of a diverse network of brain researchers, clinicians and institutions who support Alzheimer’s prevention. Anne’s consulting has brought her to Weill Cornell Medical Center’s Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic, Florida Atlantic College Center for Brain Health, the Atria Health and Research Institute and The Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases of Florida. ✨Connect with Anne: Website: https://www.anneorice.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anneorice/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anneorice/ Thank you so much to AIDA for making this episode possible! 🌟Stay up to date with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Mar 17, 2026
DINKs News: Celebrity Dentist Tragedy, Turkey Teeth, FL Dental Health Aid, CA Transparency Act
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Mar 11, 2026
Grow Your Clear Aligner Practice with Dr. J.L. Holliday on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail Dr. J.L. Holliday is a second-generation dentist practicing in Greenville, SC, where he focuses on high-end, fee-for-service dental care. After graduating from MUSC in Charleston, SC, Dr. Holliday served as a general dentist in the U.S. Navy for six years, including a GPR at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton and two years at sea. Dr. Holliday credits much of his growth in dentistry to Molis Coaching. He was a graduate of Molis Mastermind Class 13 and is thrilled to now serve on the Molis Coaching faculty. He is also a speaker for Align Technology, where he enjoys presenting on complex Invisalign treatment, Invisalign Smile Architect, and iTero Design Suite. He leverages this digital expertise, coupled with advanced training from Spear Education (including Treatment Planning, Occlusion, and Worn Dentition Workshops), for high-end comprehensive dentistry and full arch cases. Dr. Holliday recently founded the Digital Restorative Academy to teach other doctors how to incorporate digital dentistry and same-day CADCAM into their practices. He is passionate about empowering team members and fostering professional growth, viewing the practice's success as a platform to serve his wife, Katie, and their three young children, and to continue his long-standing commitment to international dental mission work. ✨Connect with Dr. Holliday: Website: https://digitalrestorativeacademy.thinkific.com/ Thank you so much to Align for making this episode possible! 🌟Stay up to date with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Mar 10, 2026
DINKs News: FL Dentist Shortage, Crimes in Dentistry, Olympic Dentists, VA Workforce Legislation
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Mar 4, 2026
Untitled Episode Everything You Need to Know About DSOs with Samantha Strain on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We’re so excited to welcome HealthStream co-founder Samantha Strain to the show to talk about everything you ever wanted to know about DSOs!👏👏👏 Sam Strain is Co-Founder and Chief Development Officer of HealthStream, a dental-focused boutique investment banking advisory firm serving the long-underserved lower middle market. HealthStream advises clients ranging from enterprising single-practice dentists to multi-state DSOs and MSOs backed by private equity, delivering transaction and growth advisory historically reserved for institutional operators. Sam partners with founders and leadership teams to drive growth, execute transactions, and build durable enterprise value. Sam is also Co-Founder of DoubleMint Ventures, a strategic go-to-market advisory working with category-defining oral health and healthcare technology companies, including vVardis, Anatomy Financial, UptimeHealth, Overjet, Sleep Architects, DentoAi and TwoFront, supporting innovation from early commercialization through scale. She also co-founded Cara Capital, a venture fund of funds that expands access to institutional-quality investments through its partnership with 4100dx. Seriously, what can’t she do?! ✨Connect with Samantha: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthastrain/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xsamstrain Curve Dental Website: https://www.curvedental.com/ Thank you so much to Curve Dental for making this episode possible🤩 📺Make sure you subscribe to our channel to catch our live dental education discussions every Wednesday at 8:00 EST! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow Follow along with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Mar 3, 2026
DINKs News: FL Dentist Shortage, Crimes in Dentistry, Olympic Dentists, VA Workforce Legislation
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Feb 25, 2026
Maintaining Ownership of Your Dental Practice with Scott Boldt on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail Scott Boldt currently serves on Midwest Dental’s Advisory Council and was instrumental in creating the Midwest Partner Solutions program. Scott is no stranger to dentistry, having a father who was in the industry. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Scott graduated from Texas Christian University, where he met his wife, Jill. Together they have three children. He is an award-winning sales professional, published in magazines, and known for his hands-on approach and communication skills. He values maintaining strong client relationships built on trust and listening to his customers and going the extra mile to put their needs first. Besides his 22-year dental career, Scott enjoys spending time with his family, racing bikes, and playing guitar in his family band! ✨Connect with Scott: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottboldt/ Midwest Dental Website: https://midwestdental.com/ 📺Make sure you subscribe to our channel to catch our live dental education discussions every Wednesday at 8:00 EST! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow Follow along with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Feb 4, 2026
Leveling up Your Education Journey with Dr. Zachary Sisler from the AACD on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We’re so excited to welcome cosmetic dentist, Dr. Zachary Sisler, to discuss the best way to level up your dental education with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry!👏🎉 In 2021, Dr. Sisler founded Smile Design by Sisler Continuing Education, which focuses on next-level cosmetic dentistry procedures for participants. He currently maintains a private practice in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, focusing on Cosmetic, Implant & Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Sisler received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from West Virginia University School of Dentistry in 2010. He has multiple publications in the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, Inside Dentistry, Compendium and Dental Economics. He was an Associate Faculty Member at The Dawson Academy from 2018 to 2021. Throughout this time, he has lectured nationally on functional esthetic dentistry. ✨Connect with Dr. Sisler: Practice Website: https://www.drsisler.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-sisler-0813b383/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_zachsisler/ Thank you so much to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry for making this episode possible! Learn more about the AACD: https://aacd.com/ 🌟Stay up to date with the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow