Dental Podcast Episodes
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![]() Guest: Dr. Joshua Austin Release Date: 5/22/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. It's no secret to any of us listening to this podcast that costs are up and reimbursements haven't kept up and in some cases theyre going down. Inflation, supply chain issues, and short staffing have made it harder than ever to be profitable. So in light of all this, it's important that we work efficiently. Today we'll be discussing strategies to increase our efficiency and keep costs down without sacrificing quality. Our guest is Dr. Joshua Austin, who maintains a full time restorative dentistry practice in San Antonio, Texas. He is an editorial director and monthly columnist for Dental Economics magazine focusing on dental products and technology.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Jose-Luis Ruiz Release Date: 5/16/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing tooth replacement using minimally invasive adhesive bridges. Our guest is Dr. Jose-Luis Ruiz, who has been named as one of the “Top Clinicians in CE” between 2006-2011 by Dentistry Today. He is the director of the Los Angeles Institute of Esthetic Dentistry and past course director of the “University of Southern California’s Esthetic Dentistry Continuum” from 2004-2009. He has been in full time private practice in the Studio District of Los Angeles for 20 years.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Robert Convissar Release Date: 5/11/23 |
Dental podcast: I'm Dr. Phil Klein. In this podcast, we'll answer some common questions about the role of the GP in detecting oral cancer and how general dentists can become proficient in oral cancer screening and biopsy techniques. We'll also talk about how to bill for these life-saving services. Our guest is Dr. Robert Convissar, a general practitioner with over 40 years of clinical experience. In addition to maintaining a private practice in New York City, he also lectures worldwide on laser surgery, biopsy techniques and infant tongue tie release. Dr. Convissar is the author of over half a dozen textbooks and well over a dozen peer-reviewed scientific publications.
Episode 472: How To Get Great Restorations From Your Lab
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![]() Guest: Dr. Richard Lipscomb Jr. Release Date: 5/4/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the use of digital and traditional impression taking techniques and how to make things easier for the dental lab, which ultimately results in less stress and a better restoration for the patient. Our guest is Dr. Richard Lipscomb Jr., a General Dentist and International Speaker, who lectures on Restorative and Dental Implant procedures. He is on the editorial advisory board for Dental Products Report and a Catapult member, who speaks and evaluates new products.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Gary Radz Release Date: 5/1/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Lithium Disilicate restorations are the most popular aesthetic ceramic restorations being placed today. Today we'll be discussing the materials and time proven techniques used to deliver restorations made from Lithium Disilicate and how they can decrease problems and increase longevity of your restorations. Our guest is Dr. Gary Radz, who maintains a cosmetic focused general practice in downtown Denver, Colorado for 25 years. He has extensively lectured and published on restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Over the course of his career he has worked with manufacturers and laboratories to evaluate and improve dental products.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Miles Cone Release Date: 4/26/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Vital tooth whitening has been a component of many dental offices for decades, and yet many clinicians are uncertain how to answer many of FAQs their patients pose. Today we'll be discussing topics such as safety, tooth sensitivity, and how long should you bleach. Our guest is Dr. Miles Cone, a Key Opinion Leader, international speaker, author, and co-owner of Nuance Dental Specialists in Portland, Maine. In addition to achieving board certification and diplomate status within his Prosthodontic specialty, Dr. Cone has earned his designation as a Certified Dental Technician.
Episode 469: Biocompatible Materials in Wellness Dentistry
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![]() Guest: Dr. Katie To Release Date: 4/24/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Biocompatible materials are formulated to eliminate adverse effects on a patient's biology when used in the mouth. Today we'll be discussing how to choose the correct biocompatible materials for your patients and elevate your patients with wellness dentistry. Our guest is Dr. Katie To, a cosmetic and wellness dentist and founder of Center for Integrative Wellness and Cosmetic Dentistry in Katy, Texas.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Miles Cone Release Date: 4/19/23 |
Dental podcast: Tooth whitening has a mass appeal for many patients, but how do you effectively convey this information and your services to your patient base? Today we'll be discussing marketing and how to add value to your clinical practice with tooth whitening. Our guest is Dr. Miles Cone, a Key Opinion Leader, international speaker, author, and co-owner of Nuance Dental Specialists in Portland, Maine. In addition to achieving board certification and diplomate status within his Prosthodontic specialty, Dr. Cone has earned his designation as a Certified Dental Technician.
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![]() Guest: Hillary Spencer Release Date: 4/17/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing some significant issues that we face as GPs in treating periodontitis in our GP operatory. Our guest is Hillary Spencer, a full time clinical hygienist living in Kona Hawaii. Hillary was one of the first hygienists trained in the use of the BenTips Periodontal Treatment System and has become an expert in its use.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Miles Cone Release Date: 4/10/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. With the popularity and demand for tooth whitening services and the abundance of materials to choose from, today we'll be outlining the products that are available to best serve the needs of you and your patients. Our guest is Dr. Miles Cone, a Key Opinion Leader, international speaker, author, and co-owner of Nuance Dental Specialists in Portland, Maine. In addition to achieving board certification and diplomate status within his Prosthodontic specialty, Dr. Cone has earned his designation as a Certified Dental Technician.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Lou Graham Release Date: 4/6/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. In today's podcast we'll be discussing not only the techniques associated with the post and core procedure, but equally important, why each step is essential to long term success. Our guest is Dr. Lou Graham, who graduated from Emory Dental School and is an internationally recognized lecturer extensively involved in continuing education for dental professionals.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Ron Kaminer Release Date: 4/3/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the benefits of adding a short-fiber reinforced composite restorative for specific restorative cases. In conjunction with a universal composite, a fiber-reinforced restorative has shown to offer significantly better fracture toughness in many applications versus a universal composite alone. Our guest is Dr. Ron Kaminer, an internationally known educator, lecturing on dental lasers and other cutting-edge technologies in the dental market. Dr. Kaminer maintains 3 practices, one in Hewlett, NY one in Oceanside, NY and one in breezy point NY.
Episode 463: Tooth Whitening Myths: Making Sense of the Data.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Miles Cone Release Date: 3/29/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing those tooth whitening myths and how to make sense of all the data. Our guest is Dr. Miles Cone, a Key Opinion Leader, international speaker, author, and co-owner of Nuance Dental Specialists in Portland, Maine. In addition to achieving board certification and diplomate status within his Prosthodontic specialty, Dr. Cone has earned his designation as a Certified Dental Technician.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Ashley Clark Release Date: 3/27/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing how to spot potentially malignant disorders (PMDs) and how to manage them. The goal is to remove PMDs to prevent transformation into oral squamous cell carcinoma. Our guest is Dr. Ashley Clark, a Board-Certified Oral Pathologist currently serving as the Vice President of CAMP Laboratory after a nearly decade-long career in academia. Dr. Clark has won several teaching awards, has provided over 100 continuing education courses, and has authored more than 40 publications and book chapters.
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![]() Guest: Sonya Dunbar, RDH Release Date: 3/21/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Many older adults living in long-term care facilities suffer in silence from poor oral health. Todays podcast will address this concerning issue. Our guest is Sonya Dunbar, a registered dental hygienist for 30 years and known as the Geriatric Toothfairy. She is an oral health educator on a mission to reduce the health risks of diseases and morbidity among seniors due to poor oral care.
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![]() Guest: Shirley Gutkowski, RDH, BSDH Release Date: 3/13/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Did you know that, from infancy to geriatrics the tongue can alter the health of your patient. And it does so in ways that may not be visible in early stages. Today we'll be discussing Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) and your dental practice. Our guest is Shirley Gutkowski, a dental hygienist who focuses on developing the muscles in the snoring complex. She is a popular author and speaker, having practiced clinical dental hygiene for over two decades. She often speaks on minimally invasive dental procedures to arrest decay and periodontal disease.
Episode 459: Why the Time is Now to Invest in Intraoral Scanning
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![]() Guest: Angela Severance Release Date: 3/8/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. It is reported that over half of all dentists have already made the switch to digital impressions. The question is no longer "IF" a practice will adopt intraoral scanning but "WHEN". Today we'll be discussing why the time is now to invest in intraoral scanning. Our guest is Angela Severance, a registered dental hygienist and certified dental assistant.
Episode 458: Considerations When Buying a Dental Handpiece
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![]() Guest: Dr. Lori Trost Release Date: 3/6/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Dental handpieces are the workhorse of the operatory. If they go down, so does your practice! Today we'll be discussing how handpiece innovation can deliver operator confidence, create predictable tooth preparations, while improving the patient experience. Our guest, Dr. Lori Trost, has a comprehensive restorative practice in the Greater St. Louis area. She is a recognized dental educator, has authored a wide variety of professional articles and consults for many dental manufacturers.
Episode 457: Zirconia vs. Emax - When, Where, How?
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![]() Guest: Dr. Alex Vasserman Release Date: 3/1/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be talking with Dr. Alex Vasserman on the subject of Zirconia versus Emax. We'll address his philosophy on material choice and his thought process on prep design, red flags as it relates to materials, and his cementation protocols. Dr. Vasserman has been practicing dentistry on the Upper East Side of Manhattan for about 10 years now. He is passionate about full-mouth reconstruction with a focus on cosmetics, longevity, and predictability.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Shalin Shah Release Date: 2/27/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. In today's podcast, we'll delve into the benefits of having a good fundamental understanding of the science of orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning when it comes to clear aligners. Our guest is Dr. Shalin Shah, who runs a private practice, Center for Orthodontic Excellence, in Princeton Junction, NJ and lectures nationally and internationally.
Episode 455: Simplifying Concepts for Veneer Cementation
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![]() Guest: Dr. Todd Snyder Release Date: 2/20/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing simple concepts for veneer cementation and how to manage the cementation process. Our guest is Dr. Todd Snyder, a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to dental companies. He hosts a weekly podcast, Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry. You can reach Dr. Snyder at: www.Legion.Dentist.
Episode 454: Simplifying Concepts for Veneer Treatment
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![]() Guest: Dr. Todd Snyder Release Date: 2/20/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing concepts for veneer treatment and how you can become more confident and comfortable in providing cosmetic veneer procedures to your patients. Our guest is Dr. Todd Snyder, a regular contributor to Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to a variety of dental companies. He hosts a weekly podcast, Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry. You can reach Dr. Snyder at: www.Legion.Dentist.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Jennifer Derse Release Date: 2/14/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the importance of temporaries in the smile design process including some tips and tricks. Our guest is Dr. Jennifer Derse, who has a restorative and cosmetic dentistry practice in Denver, CO and is a mentor at the Kois Center in Seattle, WA. She is founder and Chief Clinical Director of Espire Dental, a boutique hospitality-focused DSO.
Episode 452: Know Your Flow: Prophylaxis
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![]() Guest: Dr. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH Release Date: 2/8/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing prophylactic treatments in the dental workflow. Our guest is Dr. Kelly Tanner, a visionary leader who helps dental teams achieve personal and career growth. Dr Tanner has earned both a RDH and Ph.D, she lectures extensively and has impacted more than 100,000 people with her speaking engagements.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Sheri Doniger Release Date: 2/6/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the use of face masks in the dental operatory and how COVID-19 has forever changed the way we manage respiratory protection for our dental team. To tell us more about this, is our guest Dr Sheri Doniger. She is a respected dental clinician, author, educator, and consultant who currently practices dentistry in Lincolnwood, IL.
Episode 450: Know Your Flow: Infection Control
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![]() Guest: Dr. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH Release Date: 2/1/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing infection control and how to decrease the risk to practitioners and patients. Our guest is Dr. Kelly Tanner, a visionary leader who helps dental teams achieve personal and career growth. Dr Tanner has earned both a RDH and Ph.D, she lectures extensively and has impacted more than 100,000 people with her speaking engagements.
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![]() Guest: Larry Clark Release Date: 1/30/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the importance of warming composites and how it benefits the patient and the clinician. Our guest is Larry Clark, who has been involved in the development, research and marketing of dental restoratives for more than 40 years. Larry will give us his perspective on modern day composites and why we should be warming our composites during placement.
Episode 448: Know Your Flow: Implant Maintenance
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![]() Guest: Dr. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH Release Date: 1/25/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing implant maintenance and the solutions that are currently available for your dental practice. Our guest is Dr. Kelly Tanner, a visionary leader who helps dental teams achieve personal and career growth. Dr Tanner has earned both a RDH and Ph.D, she lectures extensively and has impacted more than 100,000 people with her speaking.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Jean Creasey Release Date: 1/23/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be addressing the controversial question, "When we restore teeth due to caries, is it appropriate as the final step in the restorative procedure to apply a fluoride varnish?" We will explore the thinking behind this question and how it relates to the prevention of secondary caries. Our guest is Dr. Jean Creasey, a former dental hygienist who found success in dental practice by focusing on prevention first. She currently teaches Ethics and Professionalism at California's newest dental school, California Northstate College of Dental Medicine.
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![]() Guest: Dr. Stanley Malamed Release Date: 1/18/23 |
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing local anesthetics and management of systemic complications in the pediatric patient population. Our guest is Dr. Stanley Malamed, a dentist anesthesiologist and emeritus professor of dentistry at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of U.S.C., formerly the University of Southern California School of Dentistry.