Very Clinical New Dentist Spectacular episode 2: Class III Composites!
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Release Date: 07/19/2022
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...
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AME: The "After This..." Trap
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Recorded straight from the front porch of the farm, Alan reflects on the relief—and the sudden realization—that comes after hosting a massive high school graduation party for his son, Sean. Surrounded by the ambient sounds of wind chimes and ducks, Alan explores the "Arrival Fallacy" (or Destination Fallacy): the psychological trap of using a major calendar milestone as an excuse to put the rest of your life on hold. From neglected summer bike rides to delayed office tasks, Alan unpacks why we tend to pause our daily routines for big events and challenges listeners to stop waiting for the...
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Very Dental: The Truth About "Printed Ceramics" & AI Design with Damien Bonner
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Alan welcomes back CAD-Ray's Damien Bonner to demystify the rapidly evolving world of chairside 3D printing and digital restorative workflows. The two kick off the conversation with a lighthearted look at phishing scams targeting clinicians before diving into CAD-Ray's scanner lineup, including the Shining 3D Elf and Elite. Damien breaks down the new Shining 3D Ceramix Nano restorative printer, comparing its compact footprint, built-in curing, and $6,000 price tag to existing systems like the SprintRay Midas. They also tackle the major shifts in software licensing—highlighting Exocad’s new...
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Very Dental Classics: Finesse, Panache, Elan with Dr. Bart Schultz
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In this throwback episode of the Very Dental Podcast, Alan sits down with his long-time friend and dental school classmate, Dr. Bart Schultz, for a wide-ranging, candid conversation that blends nostalgia with clinical reality. Celebrating their entry into the 50-year-old club, the duo reflects on the evolution of their careers from green, baby-faced associates to seasoned clinicians. They swap unforgettable stories from the trenches, ranging from a "barbaric" old-school practice that recycled extracted teeth as autograft pontics to the historical misuses of Miracle Mix as a permanent...
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AME: The Averages
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Alan discusses the distinct economic realities of general dentistry, focusing on why the industry relies almost exclusively on a traditional flat-fee structure rather than complexity-based or hourly pricing. While individual clinical procedures exist on a vast continuum—ranging from effortless five-minute wins to grueling, unpredictable clinical nightmares—general practitioners routinely charge the exact same fee for both extremes. Alan breaks down how profitability structurally relies on "the averages," where highly efficient, straightforward procedures inevitably subsidize the...
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Group Function: From Hours to Minutes with Erez Druk and Dr. Giles Damron
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Alan welcomes Erez Druk, the co-founder of Freed.ai, and returning guest Dr. Giles Damron to explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionized clinical documentation. Giles shares his firsthand experience of using Freed’s AI-scribing software over the last two years to write thorough, accurate, and highly detailed dental notes in a fraction of the time. Erez dives into the heartwarming origin story of Freed—which began as a tool to help his family medicine physician wife fight burnout—and explains how the technology seamlessly filters out dental operatory noise, handles multiple...
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Very Clinical: Streamline Your Implant “Tackle Box” with Dr. Chris Salierno
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In this throwback episode, Kevin and Zach feature Dr. Chris Salierno talk about the real-world operational realities of implant dentistry. Moving past the textbook "before and after" presentation, Chris shares valuable lessons learned from his early residency clinical errors, examining how aesthetic, functional, and hygienic complications ultimately shape a successful final restoration. The conversation highlights the value of beginning with the end in mind and showcases the practical workflows of the Neoss implant system, demonstrating how a streamlined design and smart component features can...
info_outlineThis summer we're featuring "clinical basics" from the Zach and Kevin (and others) that will benefit new dentists and grizzled veterans alike!
Today's episode features their take on class III composites!
Highlights today include:
- We all walk through doing a #7 MBL restoration, how different can 3 people do it?
- Everyday we're beveling. Alan likes big bevels, and he cannot lie.
- Is Mylar dead? We all learned Mylar in school, but do any of the hacks still use it?
- Alan describes the most expensive way possible to do a Class 3, Zach 1/10th X's that, Kevin is our middle.
Products talked about in the episode today include:
Alan:
Snow Plow Technique (squirt flowable, plow it in with paste... hot!)
Kevin:
Zach:
12 Fluted Polishing Bur from DentalRee
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