Very Dental: What To Do With a Dental Degree featuring Dr. David Rice
The Very Dental Podcast Network
Release Date: 12/03/2021
The Very Dental Podcast Network
Kevin and Zach welcome back Scott Shrader to talk digital dentistry and specifically about Medit scanners and software. Both Zach and Al are current Medit users so the episode is a great one if you're new to scanning or want to incorporate digital dentistry into your workflow even more! 3D Dentist Approach: While courses often involve scanners, 3D Dentist is largely scanner-agnostic, focusing on techniques. Importance of Training & Support: Scott emphasizes the critical role of knowledgeable support and hands-on training (like that provided by 3D Tech/3D Dentist) when integrating...
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Alan is joined by Dr. Ara Nazarian an in person recording at GoldenDent in Roseville, MI! Ara teaches extraction and grafting techniques featuring the Physics Forceps that were developed by the one and only Dr. Richard Golden! Ara took a couple minutes away from teaching to fill me in on the experience you'll get taking their course. I can't wait until I can get back down to take it! Some links from the show: Join the using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d...
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In this episode of the Very Dental Podcast Alan interviews Dr. Richard Golden of GoldenDent in Roseville, Michigan. Dr. Golden is known for developing the "Physics Forceps" and GoldenDent provides extensive hands-on training in extractions, grafting, and implant placement, utilizing local facilities like Wayne County Community College for live patient courses! Dr. Golden shares the fascinating history of his father's dental practice in Detroit during the 1940s, the impact of legislation on dental advertising, and the introduction of dental insurance in the 1970s. He explains how these changes...
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Kevin and Zach, along with Alan welcome Scott Shrader from 3D Dentists to the podcast! Scott shares his journey from general sales into dental implant and equipment sales. Now part of the 3D Dentist team, Scott focuses on partnerships and the technology division, guiding dentists through the complexities of selecting and implementing digital tools like scanners, printers, and software. The conversation dives into the practicalities of bringing new digital technology into a dental practice. Key themes include overcoming the fear of rapid obsolescence (highlighting how software updates extend...
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Recorded amidst the sounds of spring on the dock in his pond, Alan dives deep into his experience shifting from a 4-day to a 3-day clinical work week two years ago. Alan breaks down the motivations, the schedule change specifics, and offers a candid list of pros and cons he's observed over the past two years. Join the using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy...
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Alan is once again joined by the incomparable Dr. Russell Schafer! This time Al and Russ are in person in the fishbowl at the Chicago Midwinter dental meeting! The two of them chat about Chicago weather, what they're looking forward to seeing at the meeting and most importantly...Russ wants you to buy his practice! If you've ever wanted to experience life as a dentist in the Big Easy, today is your lucky day! Some links from the show: Russell's courses: Join the using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast...
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In another Zachless episode, Kevin is joined by Missy Fryer, Al and special guest Jamie Flanagan from CareStack for a candid discussion about their practice's transition to the CareStack dental software platform. They move beyond the hype to share their specific experiences, highlighting the intuitive interface, the power of the real-time dashboard, the efficiency gains from Voice Stack's AI call logging, and the stress reduction from using Care Revenue for insurance management. Discover how consolidating multiple functions into one cloud-based system improved transparency, streamlined...
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Alan takes a trip down memory lane, revisiting "The Scallion," a satirical dental news project he and colleagues created (inspired by The Onion) back in the Dental Hacks era (circa 2017-2018). In this episode, Alan reads several archived "Scallion" articles, finding they still hold up with humor poking fun at: Aggressive sales reps at dental meetings. Dentists avoiding shop talk at parties. Exaggerated links between periodontal disease and other health issues. Hilariously inaccurate dental stock photography. The shocking revelations that can come with using dental loupes for the first time....
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Today's episode is another one that was recorded live at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting! Alan Mead chats with renowned dental ergonomics expert Katrina Klein. Katrina shares her incredible journey from just starting out to becoming a leading voice in the field, emphasizing the critical role of ergonomics in career longevity. Discover why this often-overlooked aspect of dentistry is essential for preventing pain, improving wellness, and how small, practical changes can make a significant impact on your daily practice and overall health. Some links from the show: Join the using the...
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In today's Zachless episode, Kevin is joined Alan, along with co-hosts Missy Fryer and Jamie Flanagan of CareStack! They Share insights on transitioning to CareStack, a cloud-based practice management software. The conversation covers initial fears, benefits of the system, and the comprehensive support provided by CareStack during the switch. Jamie outlines the advantages, including consolidation of operations, enhanced security, and operational efficiency. Missy reflects on the seamless data migration and robust ongoing support that alleviated initial concerns. Some links from the show:...
info_outlineDr. David Rice joined Alan for a rousing conversation that took place above the exhibit floor at the recent Greater New York Dental Meeting! David is the creator/founder of IgniteDDS and was recently placed as the editor in chief of DentistryIQ! Their conversation went all over the place and here are some of the highlights:
- Where did IgniteDDS come from?
- Dental school and student debt: then vs. now
- What are new dentists doing after dental school nowadays?
- What options does a dental degree give you? (spoiler: it's not just private practice!)
- Dentists as writers
- Dental speaking isn't as glamorous as you might think
- Connecting with an audience is the best and worst part about speaking
- Presenting "naked" and perfectionism
- Becoming an owner in 2021
- Practice transitions: work with the people who know how!
- Do startups take a special kind of person? (spoiler: yes)
- Buy or startup?
- How do you find out what you like to do/you're good at?
- DON'T COWBOY UP! aka: know your limitations
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Why should you care about single patient use burs? I can think of a lot of reasons, but the one your patients are thinking about is this one. What’s that sound? That’s the sound of a rotary instrument that’s never been used on another patient. That’s the sound of no cross contamination. That’s the sound of your patient knowing that you are looking out for them. Sure you get a super sharp, never been used bur each and every time you open a Microcopy bur, but mostly your patients know that you take cross contamination seriously. Go check out the wide variety of single patient use products at verydentalpodcast.com/microcopy. A new (and sterile) bur…every time. Microcopy Dental.
Ideal preps. That’s what we aim for. One excellent way to get there is to use a core material to build the tooth back up to ideal contour. Cosmecore from Cosmedent is my choice for building up a broken down tooth. It’s dual cure, comes in a variety of colors and cuts just like a tooth. You’ll get a super smooth finish with no gouging. Right now I’ve got the 50 gram dispenser that fits in a small impression gun, but when I need to refill I think I’ll go with the 8 gram syringe. Both work great, but those syringes are handy and don’t take much room on a set up. Check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/cosmecore!
It’s funny, but you never really know how your branding effects people until you see it in your own life. So Jacob, my youngest 11 started Invisalign with a local orthodontist. He’s following all the instructions, including taking them out to eat. So I’m CONSTANTLY seeing a case for his aligners with our orthodontist’s brand. Like every single day. I’m realizing that cases for aligners, splits and removable offer a brilliant way for people to remember your office and your brand! And then I thought of our friends at Zirc who offer aligner sized and denture sized boxes in tons of colors that you can customize with YOUR logo! They’re offering a buy one, get one deal on retainer or denture boxes with your logo and 4 lines of custom print! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/imprint and use code: verydentalimprint for your Very Dental deal!
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