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Jun 30, 2025
Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone with Dr. Thomas Dudney at Chicago Midwinter
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Thomas Dudney is an aesthetic dentist who has run a private practice in Birmingham, Alabama for over 40 years. Despite his extensive experience in the practice, he is constantly learning new things and leaning into what he doesn’t already know so he can be better equipped to educate both patients and fellow dentists. We had the best time chatting with him about his Midwinter lecture topics, including: Indirect Restored Materials, Adhesives & Cements Sleep dentistry Airway obstruction Huge shout-out to SHOFU for making this episode possible! ✨Helpful Links: Practice Website: https://tedudney.com/ 📺Subscribe to see Dentists IN the Know™ live every Wednesday at 8:30 EST: https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow 🌟Stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Jun 25, 2025
Streamlining 3D Printing in Orthodontics with Dr. Lisa Alvetro on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Lisa Alvetro was an early adopter of many advanced dental technologies, including IOS and 3D printing. She has mastered in-house implementation and joins us on this week’s Humpday Happy Hour to walk us through how you can expand orthodontic technologies in your practice!🎉 Dr. Alvetro is the sole orthodontist at her orthodontic practice in Sidney, Ohio, which she has been running for over 30 years. She created Alvetro Print Lab over 10 years ago, and is the founder of Smiles of Hope, a 501(c)(3) organization that provides clean water and actively supports education through scholarships and resources in Nkende, Tanzania. Dr. Alvetro is a proud Formlabs user and has been investing in various models since Form 2. She also has other printers in her office, such as LuxCreo and Sprintray. ✨Helpful Links: Practice Website: https://www.alvetro.com/ Smiles of Hope: https://www.alvetro.com/smiles-of-hope Formlabs: https://formlabs.com/ Shout out to Formlabs for making this episode possible! 🌟Stay up to date on all the latest dental trends when you follow the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Jun 24, 2025
DINKs News: New Dental Implants, Practice Ownership & Dentistry Stats
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Jun 18, 2025
The Digital Revolution w/ Dr. Michael C. DiTolla on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We love learning about new technology that will make treatment planning easier - for both us and our patients👏 Join us for an inside look at the future of ortho-restorative care with Dr. Michael DiTolla on Humpday Happy Hour™!🥳👏 Dr. DiTolla is an online dental education expert with over 16 million views on YouTube😱 He currently maintains a private practice focused on clear aligners, veneers and obstructive sleep apnea in Lodi, California, after being the Director of Clinical Education in Glidewell Labe for 15 years. In 2011, he received the "Most Effective Dentist Educator" award in a nationwide survey of dentists, and he recently received the Gordon J. Christensen Award for Distinguished Speaking from the Chicago Dental Society. ✨Helpful Links: Practice Website: https://valleydentalesthetics.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-ditolla-37834b7/ Ivoclar Website: https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us Align Website: https://www.aligntech.com/ Smile Architect™: https://www.invisalign.com/provider/invisalign-solutions/for-general-dentists/smile-architect Special thanks to Align for making this episode possible! 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Jun 17, 2025
DINKs News: Nevada Senate Bill 495, Dentist in the US Open
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Jun 16, 2025
Cross-Cultural Dental Treatment with Dr. Patricia Torres at Chicago Midwinter
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Patricia Torres is one of our favorite people, and we’re excited for the opportunity to sit down and discuss her dental journey! From her dental training in Venezuela to packing up and moving to Canada without knowing a soul, Dr. Torres is beyond inspiring. She has been part of the clinical education team at Align for over 14 years, so we can’t think of anyone better to teach us about the latest technologies! ✨Helpful Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciatorresmanz/ Align - https://www.aligntech.com/ 📺Subscribe to see Dentists IN the Know™ live every Wednesday at 8:30 EST: https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow 🌟Stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow Social: What is it like to create treatment plans and provide dental care when you’re thrown into a whole new culture? We had a great time sitting down with Dr. Patricia Torres at Chicago Midwinter to hear about her dental journey and how the latest dental technologies have helped her stay ahead. Let us know in the comments what you think! 📺Don’t miss out on any Midwinter videos when you subscribe to the DINKs: https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Jun 11, 2025
How Oral Health Affects Overall Health: A Simple Breakdown
Send us Fan Mail Have you heard the old adage that flossing can help improve your overall health? Well, we’re here to confirm that the rumors are true, and it goes so much deeper than that! In this episode, we break down the mechanics of what exactly is going on in your body when you improve your dental health! Tune in to this patient-focused episode to learn: How to improve your overall health through dental care How oral health impacts systemic health How systemic health impacts oral health The mechanics of the oral-systemic connection 🌟Stay up to date on all the latest dental trends when you follow the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Jun 10, 2025
DINKs News: Student Success and Taxpayer Savings Plan, Fluoride, ASDA
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Jun 9, 2025
Dental Prosthetics with Dr. Pamela Maragliano at Chicago Midwinter
Send us Fan Mail One of the best things about Chicago Midwinter is having the opportunity to sit down and chat with some of our favorite people😍 We got to hang out with Dr. Pamela Maragliano to discuss her phenomenal dental career path. From dental hygienist to prosthodontist, Dr. Maragliano knows how to use her knowledge to address overall health in her patients. ✨Helpful Links: Practice Website: https://www.salemdentalarts.com/Dr-Pamela-Maragliano-Muniz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-maragliano-dmd-1411ba5a Not here for the dental discussions? Don’t worry, we *do* talk about her dogs, too! 📺Subscribe to see Dentists IN the Know™ live every Wednesday at 8:30 EST: https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow 🌟Stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Jun 4, 2025
Dental Product Development with Dr. Matthew Burton on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We’re so excited to welcome innovative dental technology expert, Dr. Matthew Burton, to Humpday Happy Hour™!🥳👏 Dr. Burton, DDS has not only worked as an established dental practitioner in Frankfort, Illinois since 2008, but he’s also passionate about developing innovative Class 2 matrix devices. It’s that passion that allowed him to partner with Garrison Dental Solutions in 2022, where he developed the Quad Matrix System. This is the first matrix system that allows dentists to accomplish back-to-back Class 2 composite restorations. Dr. Burton also enjoys testing new forward-thinking technology and embraces these advancements as crucial to office efficiency and case outcomes. He has realized the importance of digital scanning and how software integration platforms are a key element to utilizing scan data. 3D printing, Intraoral Scanning, and digital smile software are the future of dentistry. It is time for offices to begin understanding what this technology is and, more importantly, how it can be practically integrated and become extremely effective on a daily basis. Dr. Burton began teaching CE courses to dentists around the world in July 2020 and is enthusiastic to continue to share what he has learned and how it has helped shape a high level of care in his office. ✨Helpful Links: Quad Matrix System™: https://www.garrisondental.com/quad-matrix-systemtm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docburtondds/ Special thanks to Garrison for making this episode possible! 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Jun 3, 2025
DINKs News: SALT/PTET Act, Iowa DAs, Alpha Gal Syndrome, Illegal Dentistry
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May 28, 2025
Dental Tourism: Is it Worth the Risk? What Every Patient Needs to Know
Send us Fan Mail Expensive dental procedures aren’t always accessible to patients in the United States. It’s not uncommon for people to make a vacation out of the costly dental work they need. Why not lounge on the beach and see the sights if it will cost the same amount anyway?! In this patient-focused episode, we’ll walk you through all the risks and rewards of taking a dental vacation so you can make the best decision for your health. Tune in as we deep dive into everything you’ve ever wondered about travelling overseas for dental work, including: Is getting dental work overseas safe? How much does dental tourism cost? Is traveling for a procedure worth the risk? 🌟Stay up to date on all the latest dental trends when you follow the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
May 27, 2025
DINKs News: Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act, Student Loans, Fluoride, ICE & Increase in No-shows
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May 22, 2025
Transitioning to PreXion with Dr. Ankur Gupta on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We always appreciate the opportunity to discuss the latest dental imaging technology, so we’re excited to chat with Dr. Ankur Gupta about his experience with using PreXion! Dr. Gupta graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 2004. He completed a one-year General Practice Residency in Cleveland, Ohio, and he and his wife Dr. Nisha Gupta started North Ridgeville Family Dentistry in 2005. In addition to opening their own dental practice, Dr. Gupta is a member of the American Dental Association, Greater Cleveland Dental Society, Ohio Dental Association, ADA Success Speaker Corp and an active board member and speaker for Catapult Education’s Speaker Bureau. ✨Helpful Links: Dental Education Website: https://bebetterseminars.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ankurguptadds/ Special thanks to PreXion for making this episode possible! 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
May 20, 2025
DINKs News: Fluoridation, Anti-Competitive Regulations, Licensure Portability, Patient Lawsuit
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May 19, 2025
Dentistry in the UK with Peter Dr. Rupert Monkhouse at Chicago Midwinter
Send us Fan Mail It’s a two-for-one special on this episode of Midwinter Monday! Not only do we have a very special guest from across the pond, Dr. Rupert Monkhouse, but we also have a guest *host* filling in for the DINKs! We think Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas did a great job hosting, don’t you?! Our guests gave us an inside look at dentistry in the US vs. UK, predictions for the dental industry over the next ten years, and (most importantly) the sexiness of dentures. 📺Subscribe to see Dentists IN the Know™ live every Wednesday at 8:30 EST: https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow 🌟Stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
May 14, 2025
What Is Dental Insurance? A Simple Guide to Understanding Your Coverage
Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what the dental world looks like from the patient’s perspective? We definitely have. That’s why we’ve decided to open up our dental education discussions to take a deep dive into the most confusing parts of the dental world from our patients’ perspective. Welcome to the first-ever episode! We’re kicking this series off with a deep dive into understanding dental insurance. What is it? How does it work? What do patients need to know, and what can we leave to the professionals? We’ll cover it all! 🌟Stay up to date on all the latest dental trends when you follow the DINKs: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
May 13, 2025
DINKs News: Gut Health, Dental Loss Ratio, COVID Screenings, Dental School Tuition
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May 6, 2025
DINKs News: Gut Health, Dental Loss Ratio, COVID Screenings, Dental School Tuition
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May 5, 2025
Building Community with Dr. Bob Dee at Chicago Midwinter with the DINKs
Send us Fan Mail It was great to have the opportunity to interview a fellow dental podcaster, Dr. Bob Dee! Support, educate & advocate: This is the mission Dr. Dee is upholding through Dentistry in General, an online dental community he created during the pandemic that has grown to over 9,000 dentists. From engaging discussions about clinical cases, to business strategies & dental politics, there is no limit to the kind of support you can get from his community. Dr. Dee has been practicing dentistry in the Chicago area for over 30 years, and he spends his time traveling for continuing education & dental community events across the country. Learn how you can join the community: https://dentistryingeneral.com/ 📺Subscribe to see Dentists IN the Know™ live every Wednesday at 8:30 EST: https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow 🌟Stay up to date on all the latest dental trends: https://linktr.ee/dentistsintheknow
Apr 30, 2025
Geriatric Dentistry with Dr. Joy V. Poskozim on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We are so excited to share this conversation with Dr. Joy Poskozim, where we learned so much about what it takes to care for geriatric dental patients, specifically those with different types of neurodegeneration. We got so much from this discussion!🤩 Dr. Joy’s true passion is being an advocate for her geriatric dental patients. She is the dental director for several nursing care facilities where she educates staff and provides care to nursing home residents. She also makes house calls in Chicago and the surrounding areas. Dr. Poskozim has been in private practice for 25 years, practicing integrative health general dentistry at her office on the northwest side of Chicago. She has been performing dental procedures on the home-bound for over 16 years. She graduated from Marquette University in 1990, and New York University College of Dentistry in 1994. She completed a GPR from Woodhull Medical Center in 2000 where she was awarded Resident of the Year. In 2017 she earned her Dentistry in Long-Term Care Certificate from the University of the Pacific Dental School, her Fellowship with the Special Care Dental Association Geriatric Council in 2018, and is certified as a Dementia Practitioner as of 2021. ✨Helpful Links: Practice Website: https://joyfuldentalcare.com/ Website: https://joyposkozimdds.com/ +Practice Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoyfulDentalCare LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyposkozimdds/ Practice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joyful-dental-care/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyposkozimdds/ 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Apr 29, 2025
DINKs News: Deregulation Ideas, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Sleep Apnea
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Apr 23, 2025
Medical Billing in Dentistry with Rose & John Nierman on Humpday Happy Hour™
Send us Fan Mail We were super excited to welcome the power duo behind Nierman Practice Management (NPM), Rose and Jon Nierman! NPM is a management organization that helps dental practices succeed in medical billing, dental sleep medicine, and TMD/orofacial pain services. Sign us up!👀 Rose Nierman, founder & CEO, is an icon in dental medical billing. She pioneered the first medical billing manuals, training programs, and software solutions, transforming how dentists navigate medical insurance reimbursement. With over three decades of innovation, Rose has shaped the industry and empowered thousands of dental professionals to increase case acceptance and differentiate their practice by streamlining medical billing. Jon Nierman, President of NPM, has spent over 15 years advancing dental sleep medicine, TMD, and medical billing. He has hosted over 10,000 hours of continuing education programs across the U.S., Canada, and Europe and was instrumental in the development of DentalWriter Plus, an industry-leading software for streamlining, medical billing, documentation and referrals. A Georgia Tech graduate, Jon is also an avid pianist and a Brazilian jiu-jitsu brown belt. ✨Helpful Links: Neirman Practice Management Website: https://niermanpm.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niermanpm/ 📺Make sure you subscribe to catch new episodes live every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET! https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknow
Apr 22, 2025
DINKs News: Oral Health Division Eliminated, Utah Fluoride Ban Passes, Oral Preventive Assistant
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