Very Dental Extra: IDSOs and the Future of Dental Practice with Chip Fichtner
The Very Dental Podcast Network
Release Date: 10/12/2024
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...
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Very Dental Student: Back to School with Zach and Kevin!
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In this episode of the Very Dental Student Podcast, Mohamed is joined by Kevin and Zach in an exciting crossover with the Very Clinical Podcast! Kevin and Zach take a walk down memory lane talking about dental school stories. After that, they discuss a range of topics including detailed insights on current clinical protocols for posterior restorations, and their thoughts on materials like amalgam and composite. They also share practical advice on the importance of isolation, rubber dams, and the evolving technology in dental materials. Episode Index: 03:39 Good...
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Very Dental: Michael Anderson on Leveraging AI for Productivity
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In this episode of The Very Dental Podcast, Alan welcomes back frequent guest Michael Anderson from the Wonderist Agency! They dive into how AI tools like Gemini, Chat GPT, Claude and Descript can significantly enhance productivity in the dental space as well as your whole life! From generating show notes and job descriptions to revolutionizing dental charting and patient interaction, Michael discusses the practical applications and future potential of AI. The conversation also touches on the ethical considerations and transformative impact of AI in both professional and...
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Very Clinical: Dr. Meena Barsoum is Hard (DS) Core!
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In this episode of the Very Clinical Podcast, Kevin and Zach welcome back Dr. Meena Barsoum from Chicago to delve into the advancements of the PrimeScan 2 and the DS Core platform. They discuss the intricacies of DS Core, including its cloud-based storage, digital data aggregation, and practice-enhancing features like enhanced sharing and AI-powered crown design. The conversation also covers the benefits of integrating cloud-based solutions into dental practices, the future of AI in dentistry, and the practical improvements these technologies bring to daily workflows. Some...
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AME: On Time Travel and Political Polling
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Alan navigates the post-election landscape, reflecting on the inaccuracy of political polling and how the personal practice of writing emails to his future self has made this whole election season more interesting. 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 Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in...
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Group Function: Introducing BufferPro with Julie Charlestein and Paul Mondock
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In this interesting episode of the Group Function Podcast, Dr. Mead hosts two guests from the dental industry. Julie Charlestein (CEO of Premier Dental) and Paul Mondock (president of Septodont Americas) join Alan to discuss the collaboration between their companies that led to the development of BufferPro—an innovative new buffering delivery system for dental anesthesia. The conversation covers the benefits of buffering anesthesia, such as reduced patient discomfort, faster onset, and more profound anesthesia. The new BufferPro product promises simplicity and efficacy, featuring...
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Very Clinical: Introducing the Primescan 2 with Dr. Meena Barsoum
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In this episode of the Very Clinical Podcast, hosts Zach Meiners and Dr. Kevin "Hair" Fryer dive into the world of digital dentistry with special guest Dr. Meena Barsoum. The conversation features a detailed overview of the newly introduced PrimeScan 2! They highlight its wireless, cloud-based capabilities that facilitate efficient scanning without being tethered to local hardware. Meena shares his experience implementing the PrimeScan 2 in his practice, demonstrating the benefits of digital patient records for diagnostics and communication. The trio also discusses favorite movie...
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Very Dental: The Era of Smart Curing Lights is Here with Kevin Walburg
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In this special Michigan-centric episode of the Very Dental Podcast, Alan is joined by Kevin Walberg from Garrison Dental Solutions. They discuss the launch of Garrison Dental's groundbreaking new product—a curing light named ‘Loop’. Kevin reveals the technology and development behind this curing light, which includes features like self-calibration and real-time adjustment based on distance from the tooth. The Loop ensures consistent power output and improves curing accuracy, addressing common issues dentists face with traditional curing lights. The episode also touches on the...
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Very Dental: How to Talk to Your Lab with Dr. David Hornbrook
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Dr. David Hornbrook joins Alan in this throwback episode to talk about lab communication and digital workflow. David is convinced that the key to becoming a better dentist is communicating and having a good relationship with your dental lab. David is REALLY glad to be back to in person teaching! David explains how he became such a lab and materials focused clinician "Knowing exactly what they're doing in the lab has made me a better dentist." Do you invite your lab to ask for more information and critique your work? Digital workflow isn't an invitation to be sloppy. PVS is way better...
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Very Clinical: Dr. Tarun Agarwal Changed His MInd About Retirement Savings
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Zach and Kevin are once again joined by Dr. Tarun Agarwal and Dr. Alan Mead to talk about things we've changed our minds about. Tarun brings another surprise to the guys when he talks about how he's changed his mind about retirement savings! Some links from the show: Join the using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," 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 Dental has everything you...
info_outline"They always talk about how the independent dentists are providing better care than the groups are, the corporate dentistry. Well, that's not necessarily true. If you really study the tools that they have that the independent dentists have not yet adopted, most of the independent dentists are far behind the invisible DSOs and DSOs from a patient care and a technology adoption."
Chip Fichtner, Large Practice Sales
Alan is joined once again by Chip Fichtner of Large Practice Sales to talk about Invisible DSOs. Some of our topics included:
- How did Chip get in to IDSOs?
- Large Practice Sales only represents doctors!
- Why is dentistry a focus for investors?
- Consolidation in mortuary science, veterinary medicine and medicine and how they differ from dentistry
- The "Walmart-ization" of dentistry
- Technology and AI in IDSOs.
- Chip looks into his crystal ball
- Who will buy an average practice (not a large practice)?
- IDSO = full autonomy for owner dentists
- IDSOs and specialists...an interesting fit
- What does a "bad" experience with an IDSO look like?
- What does a "bad deal structure" in an IDSO transaction look like?
- How was COVID good for us?
Does an invisible DSO sound like something that would be a good fit for you? Get in touch with Chip at Large Practice Sales!