Very Clinical: People Hear What They Want To Hear
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In this throwback episode of the Very Clinical podcast Zach and Kevin talk about verbal skills and patient communication. Show Topics: Office Holiday Parties: The hosts discuss their plans for their office holiday parties, including venue selection, gift exchanges, and timing. Kevin shares an amusing anecdote about a past party location mishap. Verbal Skills in Dentistry: Zach and Kevin delve into how their communication skills have evolved over their careers. They emphasize the importance of confidence and clarity when presenting treatment options to patients. Rubber Dam Use: A...
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AME: Holiday Chaos and Smart Choices
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Alan is back after a month of exciting crossovers on the Very Dental Podcast Network! He dives into his holiday craziness (tuba concerts galore!), reflects on consumerism and making thoughtful purchases, and shares valuable advice on navigating dental technology decisions. Plus, he gives a shout-out to (his awesome lab tech neighbor)! Key Takeaways: Support is Key: When investing in dental technology, prioritize companies with excellent customer service and support. Don't Rush: Waiting to purchase technology can be beneficial. Prices may drop, and newer, better versions often come out...
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Very Dental: Dr. Mike Mansell Becomes a Civilian
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In this episode Alan catches up with Dr. Mike Mansell, who recently retired from the Army after a 24-year career in military dentistry. The conversation covers a range of topics, from their initial meeting at a dental course, to Dr. Mansell's transition to civilian dental practice. Dr. Mansell shares his experiences and insights on the differences between military and civilian dentistry, the challenges of switching roles, and the importance of having a family support system during dental school. They also discuss the impact of debt from dental school, the evolving role of technology in...
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Very Clinical: Tissue Management for Fun and Profit with Mo
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The crossover content keeps on coming! Kevin and Zack welcome Mo back to talk about how to manage tissue for that beautiful crown prep you're doing! They discuss various tissue management techniques crucial for successful crown prep appointments. They emphasize the importance of using cord, paste, and other tools to manage tissue effectively. They also touch upon the potential use of lasers, electrosurge units, and the controversial deep margin elevation technique. This is a comprehensive guide for dental students and dentists looking to enhance their tissue management skills!...
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Very Dental Student: How to Prep a Crown with Zach and Kevin
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Mohamed continues the epic crossover event with the Very Clinical guys, Zach and Kevin. Today they talk about the quintessential dental appointment...crown preps! They discuss their personal experiences with crown preparation, from the early days in dental school to modern practices in their dental careers. They compare techniques, materials used, and share anecdotes about challenging cases and instructors. The hosts elaborate on their current methods, including the digital tools and anesthetic procedures they use, and close with a discussion on how they handle build-ups and tissue...
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Very Dental: Getting Out of Your Own Way with Dr. Martin Mendelson
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Alan welcomes back Dr. Martin Mendelsohn to the podcast for a conversation about getting out of your own way. The discussion revolves around the importance of coaching, dealing with limiting beliefs, effective delegation, managing time and tasks, and the value of perspective in overcoming personal and professional challenges. Dr. Mendelsohn shares insights from his experiences, upcoming keynote lectures, and a new course designed to help dental professionals master leadership skills. It turns out that Martin has written a book, too! We talk a little bit about the creative process...
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Very Clinical: Teaching Mo Anterior Composite
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Continuing with the crossover event of the century, Kevin and Zach welcome Mohamed Abo-Basha, host of the Very Dental Student podcast back to talk about anterior composites! They share insights on bonding strategies, polishing methods, and matrix selection while discussing personal experiences and common challenges faced in dental school and practice. The episode also highlights the importance of thorough cleaning, shade matching, and the use of tools like micro etchers and Optragates for effective dental procedures. Some links from the show: Episode Index: 02:52 More...
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Very Dental Student: Kevin and Zach Extract!
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Mohamed is joined once again for some crossover goodness by the Very Clinical guys...Zach and Kevin! The trio shares personal anecdotes from their school days, common dental school nightmares, and detailed step-by-step guidelines for performing lower molar extractions. They emphasize the importance of using a handpiece for sectioning teeth, the value of cone beam CT scans, and provide practical tips for improving surgical techniques. The VC crew aims to help dental students build confidence and competence in oral surgery procedures! Episode Index: 02:42 Finals...
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Very Dental: So, You've Been Ransomewared with Reuben Kamp
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Alan welcomes Ruben Kamp, the founder and a ransomware expert at Darkhorse Tech. Dental practices are very susceptible to ransomware. We all like to think that it won't happen to us, but between 7 and 9% of dental offices suffer ransomware attacks every year! Are you taking all the precautions that you can? Reuben and Alan discuss the critical issues of ransomware attacks and cybersecurity in dental practices. They explore real-life incidents, including how ransomware infiltrates dental offices (spoiler: Reuben says it's about 91% through email) They also talk about the...
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Very Clinical: Getting People Really Numb with Mohamed Abo-Basha
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In this second episode of the great Very Clinical/Very Dental Studen Podcast crossover, Zach and Kevin discuss with Mohamed Abo-Basha how to get confident with local anesthesia. They dive into anesthesia techniques, the best way to numb different teeth, the use of various anesthetics, and troubleshooting methods for when you miss! Episode index: 04:34 Dental School Hangout Spots 07:59 Discussion on Anesthesia Techniques 22:34 Challenges with Anesthetic Techniques 23:13 Kevin's Approach to Tooth 19 25:41 Standing Up for...
info_outlineKevin and Zach are joined by Alan Mead to do an "Ask Us Anything" segment! First, they talk about New Year's traditions (Twilight Zone anyone?) and then they answered listener questions!
- What are you looking forward to the most at VOD? Which speaker will leave you speechless?
- What is the best kind of CE to seek out as a new general dentist?
- Sometimes I feel as if I'm a less than adequate dentist because I don't use all the newest, greatest technology and I'm not on the cutting edge of new techniques. Can you talk a bit about the dentists that fly under the radar, the ones that just do "tried and true" dentistry? Is there shame in that? Is it important to be on the cutting edge? How does all the newest, latest, greatest make us feel, really? Excited, nervous, hungry?
- What was the best/most profitable new idea you implemented in your practice this year?
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