Very Dental: The "A-hole Factor" with Dr. Mark Costes
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Release Date: 03/25/2022
Very Clinical: Avoiding Compounding Errors in Endodontics with Dr. Ash Mark
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In today's throwback Very Clinical episode Kevin and Zach welcome Dr. Ash Mark of YouTube's "All Things Dentistry" to discuss practical clinical strategies for navigating calcified root canals. The conversation dives into essential tips for identifying and treating calcified cases, including the importance of proper diagnostic imaging (like vertical bitewings and CBCT) and utilizing tools like long-shank burs and EndoTracers for enhanced visibility. Dr. Mark highlights the benefits of flexible, heat-treated rotary files, shares insights on avoiding file separation, and explains how practicing...
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AME: 5 Tips for Rock Solid Interproximal Contacts
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Alan dives into the frustrating challenge of open and light interproximal contacts in restorative dentistry. Drawing from recent personal dental experiences and clinical observations, Alan delivers five actionable tips to consistently achieve tight, reliable Class II contacts: Prewedging Staged Wedging Separating Rings Grooming Contacts Push-Pull/Flowable Bracing Whether placing direct composites or working with indirect restorations, these practical workflows will help you eliminate food traps and deliver long-lasting restorative outcomes. Some links from the show: The Very Dental...
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Very Dental: Intentional Dentistry and the Art of Saving Teeth with Dr. Matt Nejad
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Alan Mead welcomes Southern California cosmetic and biomimetic dentist Dr. Matt Nejad. Matt shares his career journey—from buying a modest two-chair practice straight out of dental school to run his own self-directed "residency" in meticulous care, to becoming part of an aspirational practice in Beverly Hills. The two dive into the core philosophy of biomimetic restorative dentistry, the power of intentionality and rubber dam isolation, and why saving natural teeth with selective caries removal and vital pulp therapy should be prioritized over rushing to implants or root canals. Plus, they...
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Very Clinical: All Things Calcified...Navigating Tough Canals with Dr. Ash Mark
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In today's throwback Very Clinical episode Kevin and Zach welcome Dr. Ash Mark of YouTube's "All Things Dentistry" to discuss practical clinical strategies for navigating calcified root canals. The conversation dives into essential tips for identifying and treating calcified cases, including the importance of proper diagnostic imaging (like vertical bitewings and CBCT) and utilizing tools like long-shank burs and EndoTracers for enhanced visibility. Dr. Mark highlights the benefits of flexible, heat-treated rotary files, shares insights on avoiding file separation, and explains how practicing...
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AME: The Other Side of the Chair
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How often do you experience your own office like a patient? As luck would have it, Alan lost a filling and had the chance to see what it's like to be a patient in his own office and he learned a lot! Alan discusses the unexpected anxiety of losing a restoration, attempting to place a temporary matrix band on himself, and the crucial insights gained from experiencing his own clinical workflow from the patient's perspective. From ceiling-mounted TVs and specialized eye protection to chair pads and operatory lighting, Alan reflects on what works well for patient comfort and where there's room for...
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Very Dental: Making the Case for Going Rural with Dr. Dave Whitlock
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This throwback episode features a great conversation with Dr. Dave Whitlock! They discuss the unique opportunities, lifestyle perks, and financial benefits of practicing dentistry in rural communities. Having transitioned from high-competition, high-cost metro markets like Phoenix and Dallas to rural Eastern Kentucky, Dr. Whitlock shares how moving away from urban saturation allowed him to lower his living costs, reduce practice overhead, and secure an overwhelming demand for dental care. Together, they break down common misconceptions surrounding rural dentistry, discuss the overwhelming...
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Very Clinical: Dr. Sully Sullivan on Replacing Yourself
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In this throwback episode of the Very Clinical Podcast, Zach and Kevin welcome back Dr. Sully Sullivan from Nashville, Tennessee. Sully shares the unique origin story of the 3D Dentists Mastermind, which began when he and Hootan stepped in to help run a course in Texas after Dr. T-Bone had a family emergency. He breaks down the Mastermind's core philosophy: dentists must learn to "replace themselves" to overcome bandwidth limitations and allow their practices to grow. A major focus of the group is shifting away from single-tooth fixes to comprehensive dentistry in order to execute fewer,...
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AME: Escaping the Outrage Machine with Dr. Dawn Grimes
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In this engaging throwback episode Alan Mead is joined by frequent guest Dr. Dawn Grimes. They have a thoughtful conversation on mental health, specifically how consuming the news and the media's "outrage machine" can negatively impact daily life. Dr. Mead shares his new strategy of driving his morning commute in complete silence to protect his peace, while Dr. Grimes emphasizes the importance of staying in the present moment rather than dreading future inevitabilities like paying tax quarterlies. The episode wraps up with amusing anecdotes about recognizing distinct voices in public,...
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Group Function: Decoding DSOs with Dr. Mark Costes & Dr. Paul Etchison
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In this throwback episode of the Group Function Podcast, Alan Mead sits down with two titans of dental podcasting: Dr. Mark Costes and Dr. Paul Etchison! Together they decode the rapidly evolving world of Dental Service Organizations (DSOs). They break down complex industry jargon like EBITDA, recapitalization, and same-store growth, making it easily digestible for independent practice owners. The trio explores the transition from the initial wave of practice consolidation to the modern, highly discerning private equity landscape. Between dropping heavy business knowledge, they also take...
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Very Clinical: Feed the Associate First with Dr. Sully Sullivan
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In this throwback episode of the Very Clinical Podcast, hosts Zach and Kevin welcome Dr. Sully Sullivan from Nashville, Tennessee. Sully shares his journey of joining his father's successful dental practice and the strategic moves that propelled their exponential growth. From overcoming generational ego to investing in CBCT technology and executing a massive office expansion from 2,700 to 11,000 square feet, Sully breaks down the mindset required to scale. He also details the importance of feeding your associates first to ensure their success. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about...
info_outlineAlan is joined once again by Dr. Mark Costes. The guys are a couple of months post Voices of Dentistry and do a little wrap up.
Mark is the founder of the Dental Success Institute, a podcaster and a good friend. The guys have a wide ranging conversation that covers all kinds of topics!
- VoD wrap up
- What it's like to be 50
- Does shaming work in dentistry/medicine?
- Mark's next project...the Dental Success Summit at the JW Marriott resort on June 10-11th!
- Go learn about stuff that they didn't teach in dental school!
- Do meetings with like minded people!
- A little "inside baseball" from two titans in dental podcasting
- Have we reached "peak podcast?"
- Does the guest matter with regard to downloads?
- Who is Mark's favorite/most interesting interview?
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