Loma Linda VA Residents Dr. Eric Smorch and Dr. Kevin Maeda
Release Date: 09/27/2022
Episode 269 - Sleep Dentistry with Panthera Dental
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On this episode of The Dental Up Podcast, we discuss Sleep Dentistry with Bruce Barton and Kim Solomon from Panthera Dental. Keating Dental Lab currently utilizes both the Classic and X3 appliances for the treatment of Sleep Apnea cases.
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Episode 268 - Peri-Implantitis with Dr. Don Clem, Part 2
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We finish up our Peri-Implantitis discussion with Dr. Don Clem, culminating with implant maintenance and hygiene protocols.
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Episode 267 - Peri-Implantitis with Dr. Don Clem (Part 1)
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On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we sit down with Southern California icon, Dr. Don Clem, Founder of Regenerative Solutions, a practice limited to Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. Dr. Clem presents a topic that frustrates many clinicians and patients alike: peri-implantitis. We break down the etiology, progression, and treatment of this common condition over a two part series. Stay tuned next week for the conclusion and links to scientific articles and treatment procedures.
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Episode 266 - Dr. David Bretton explains the SmileFast system
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Episode 265 - Introducing SmileFast to the USA
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On this week's episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we introduce a truly unique product in the USA called SmileFast. This patented technique is a system specifically designed for direct composite smile makeovers, involving the elements of smile design, CAD/CAM, and individual artistry. Visit for more details on hands-on courses and to become a SmileFast authorized provider.
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Episode 264 - Dr. Michael Colleran
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On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview Dr. Michael Colleran, a 1996 graduate of the UoP School of Dentistry who has been in practice ever since in San Luis Obispo, California. We discuss his use of lasers and intraoral scanners in dentistry, and go over a Full Mouth Rehab case he performed as a great service to a patient in need.
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Episode 263: A 56 Year Career Inside Patient's Mouths, And Still Going Strong with Dr. Alan Weinstein
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In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Alan Weinstein of Atlanta, Georgia, who has been practicing and teaching clinical dentistry for 56 years! Yes, that's correct, he's been working inside patient's mouths for 56 years. He is the epitome of high quality and individual patient care, dedicated to providing the best for each of his patients. Over four generations of Atlantans have been under his care, and they all return for these same reasons. Listen today and learn what a rewarding career path in dentistry is all about.
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Episode 262 - New ideas and Format
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New ideas and format for the Dental Up Podcast -- we need your input please :)
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Episode 261 - Nu Brace with Dr. Tom Kalili
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On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview Dr. Tom Kalili, Owner and Inventor of Nu Brace clear aligners. He explains how during his time teaching at UCLA, he discovered this new technology and how it minimizes stress forces on teeth during orthodontic movement. After 2,000 successful cases treated in his private office in Beverly Hills, he is taking the product world-wide!!
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Episode 259 - Looking Forward with Nobel Biocare and Travis Nelson
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We sit down with Travis Nelson, Director of Nobel Procera and Lab Services for North America, and discuss what Nobel Biocare has in the pipeline for next year! It's the 25th Anniversary of All-on-Four, The Envista Summit in Las Vegas, another huge meeting in Dubai, and improvements to the surgical and prosthetic work-flow.
info_outlineOn this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast Dr. Eric Smorch and Dr. Kevin Maeda!
Dr. Eric Smorch grew up in S.E. Michigan, about 30 mins south of downtown Detroit. Family is very important to him, being the 3rd sibling of 4, and having 4 nephews/nieces. He's a diehard sports fan/geek, specifically Detroit teams, and wanted to be professional MLB player as a kid. Having done his Undergrad studies at Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, MI 2014-2018, studying biomedical sciences and Spanish, he then finished dental school 2018-2022 at University of Louisville School of Dentistry.
Dr. Kevin Maeda completed his undergrad at Pepperdine, then graduated from the UCLA School of Dentistry. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, making it a priority on a daily basis to see his baby nephews and a new baby niece who is on the way. Along with enjoying spending time with his fiancé and her family as well, he also enjoys sports, especially talking fantasy football with Dr. Smorch.
In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about:
- Where each went to school and the process of their senior years preparing for a residency program
- Their process in selecting Loma Linda for their Residency
- Whether or not the doctors ever considered DSO's as an option after graduating
- What the rotations are like, what rotation they're on, and what they've done in the past 3 months
- Where the doctors see themselves in the future
- What the doctors enjoy in their free time
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