The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast Show

Dental practices that open their doors to patients with developmental disabilities not only are rewarded with immense fulfillment in their work, but also a rapid expansion of their patient base through the powerful network of word-of-mouth marketing. They end up treating the entire family of the patient with the disability as well as their friends, relatives, and so forth. It is a fantastic way to grow your practice. To tell us more about helping patients with developmental disabilities get access to good dental care is our guest Jeanette Diaz. Jeanette is an educator, public speaker, and independent dental hygienist in California. She owns and operates a portable dental hygiene practice serving older adults and individuals with developmental disabilities. Jeannette currently works for the California Department of Developmental Services and teaches graduate and undergraduate studies.

Embracing change opens up new opportunities for innovation, learning, and professional development. With advancements in technology and the smart use of digital marketing, dentists today have more tools to leverage than ever before. And this, according to our speaker, is a great reason to become your own boss, take control of your life and start and grow your own dental practice. To tell us more about it and share his personal story is our guest Dr. Todd Snyder. Dr. Todd Snyder, a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to dental companies. You can reach Dr. Snyder at: www.Legion.Dentist. Thanks to our episode sponsors: NSK America - https://www.nskdental.com/ Ivoclar - https://www.ivoclar.com/

What's the best way to deliver a zirconia crown quickly. In this episode we'll take a closer look at the nuances of cementing, adhesion, and zirconia primers. Our guest is Dr. Todd Snyder, a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to dental companies. He hosts a weekly podcast, Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry. You can reach Dr. Snyder at: www.Legion.Dentist.

If you own a dental practice you are an investor in your business. But many of us look at what we do in the office as a job. In this episode we'll dive deeper into this mindset and see why this can effect our career satisfaction and financial success. Our guest is Eric Miller. Eric has been in the financial planning industry for over 20 years. He is the Co-Owner of Econologics Financial Advisors and the Chief Financial Advisor. He has a degree from Capital University and is a Registered Financial Consultant. He takes pride in helping practice owners become the financial heroes of their own stories and has taken this passion to over 600 families in the past decade. Thanks to our episode sponsors: SciCan - https://www.scican.com/us/ 3M - https://www.3m.com/clarity-aligners-flex/

We'll be addressing a wide range of patients that have lots of saliva, an infinite source of blood, all stored in their gingiva, a gag reflex that's activated as soon as you tell them what you're about to do, and tongues that are more muscular and stronger than my biceps. So lets get started with a dentist that thinks out of the box and is always looking for a better and faster way to do things. Dr. Ankur Gupta is our guest, a general dentist from North Ridgeville, OH.

Regarding endo access, on one side, the belief is that the priority is to be minimally invasive. The other notion centers around getting straight line access to at least the midpoint of all the roots in the tooth, which means, if we have to remove additional tooth structure to achieve this, so be it. So which one is it? Or is it both? Let's begin our discussion with our guest Dr Allen Nasseh. Dr Nasseh is a world respected endodontist who currently practices endo and lives in Boston Mass. He is a senior faculty member at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine and can be found online at YouTube.com/@AANasseh. Thanks to our episode sponsors: J. Morita - https://www.morita.com/usa/ DENTALEZ - https://www.dentalez.com/

Oral cancer is a serious and often deadly condition that affects thousands of people every year. And although we know that early detection is the most important factor in achieving a successful outcome, many dental professionals may not be screening patients as regularly as they should and taking biopsies appropriately. Today, we'll explore why these screenings are so important, when to do them, who should get them, and what signs to look out for. Joining us is Dr. Ashley Clark, a board-certified oral pathologist currently serving as the Vice President of CAMP Laboratory.

With no notice at all, an OSHA inspector shows up at your door and says that he's there to do a full inspection of your office and your records. In this episode we'll hear the story about an inspection that went bad and how something like this could really disrupt your practice. Our guest, Dr. Karson Carpenter, will tell us the best way to avoid nightmares like this and how to manage it if it actually happens. Dr. Karson Carpenter is a dentist and president and CEO of Compliance Training Partners. Thanks to our episode sponsors: 3M - https://www.3m.com/clarity-aligners-flex/ BISCO - https://www.bisco.com/

Today we'll be talking to Dr. Matt Nejad about utilizing digital dentistry to achieve indirect restorative excellence, which includes restoring the tooth in the most conservative and biomimetic way. And at the same time, we can make the restorative process enjoyable for the dentist and efficient and profitable for the practice. Our guest, Dr. Matt Nejad, is an expert biomimetic and esthetic dentist practicing in Beverly Hills, CA. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry, the highest level of accreditation possible, and serves as a Scientific Advisor to mentor and train dentists.

You can be at any stage of your career and decide to sell your practice. Things come up. Things change. So what should you be thinking about before you make that huge decision to sell? Our guest, Eric Miller, will try to put things into perspective when it comes to exiting your practice. Eric has been in the financial planning industry for over 20 years. He is the Co-Owner of Econologics Financial Advisors and the Chief Financial Advisor. He has a degree from Capital University and is a Registered Financial Consultant. He takes pride in helping practice owners become the financial heroes of their own stories and has taken this passion to over 600 families in the past decade. Thanks to our episode sponsor: VOCO America - https://www.voco.dental/us/

Dr. Lauren Rainey, a general dentist, will be sharing her experiences during her seven year period of practice ownership. She says that there were definitely things that happened during that time that were somewhat anticipated, but as it turned out, many more events occurred that were simply unexpected. She certainly has a very interesting story to tell that covers the gamut of buying, building and selling a dental practice. Here's her story. Thanks to our episode sponsors: NSK America - https://www.nskdental.com/ Ivoclar - https://www.ivoclarusa.com/finder/makeitemax/index.php

When it comes to choosing the right material for your veneer or crown it can get a little tricky. Lately, it's been a contest between zirconia and lithium disilicate. There are definite clinical indications for each. And the other question is do we bond or use traditional cements. To give his perspective on all this is our guest is Dr. Todd Snyder. Dr Snyder is a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to dental companies. He hosts a weekly podcast, Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry. You can reach Dr. Snyder at: www.Legion.Dentist.

According to the ADA, nearly 5 million implants are placed each year in the US... and many of these procedures are performed by general dentists. So in this episode, we'll be focusing on basic surgical implant placement for the GP. Our guest is Dr. Isaac Tawil. Dr Tawil received his Diplomate from the International Academy of Dental Implantology. He is a graduate of NYU Dental School and practices in Brooklyn NY. Thanks to our episode sponsors: Shining 3D- https://www.shining3ddental.com/ SciCan - https://www.scican.com/us/

As dentists we are not only healthcare providers, many of us are business owners. So we know that in order to succeed we need to be efficient. And there are certainly many ways we can improve our efficiency in our practice, and we'll be talking about some of those ways in this episode. Our guest is Dr. Mitchell Rubinstein, an esthetic and restorative dentist in New York City. He is the Education Director for the New York County Dental Society, and chairs the Technology Committee for the New York State Dental Association.

Today we'll be talking to a periodontist about a variety of timely topics that general dentists should be aware of. We'll address over-torqueing the implant, peri-implantitis, the use of lasers in perio therapy and the importance of understanding the oral-systemic link when it comes to treatment planning and prognosis. Our guest is Dr. Steven Milman. Dr. Milman received his dental degree from Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas. He completed his Periodontal residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He was a researcher in periodontal microbiology and was a full time periodontist in his private practice in Round Rock and Austin, Texas for 36 years. Thanks to our episode sponsors: DENTALEZ - https://www.dentalez.com/ J. Morita - https://www.morita.com/usa/

Working as a dentist in a community health clinic is not for everyone, but Dr Khushbu Shah really loves it. In fact, after 10 years, she enjoys it so much she convinced her husband to leave private practice and work in a community health center in Chicago Illinois. To give us some insight into what it's like to be a dentist in a community health center and how fulfilling it can be, is our guest Dr. Khushbu Shah.

We've all seen patients with a worn dentition with loss of vertical dimension of occlusion. Is this a big deal? Well, it can cause TMJ issues and even sleep issues. And when it comes to preparing a single crown, we're often challenged with little occlusal clearance. So what is the simplest and best way to open up the VDO prior to doing your restorative dentistry? To tell us all about it is our guest Dr. Stephanie Vondrak. Dr. Vondrak owns and operates a private practice in Elkhorn, Nebraska. She has pursued over 600 hours of post-doctorate education in TMD, occlusion, orthodontics, and sleep apnea including the Pankey Institute, the Schuster Center, and the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. Thanks to our episode sponsors: 3M - https://www.3m.com/clarity-aligners-flex/ BISCO - https://www.bisco.com/

Many of us rely on ceramic materials for our indirect restorations. And with today's choices, we need to be aware of how we handle these materials before cementation. We also need to understand the differences between ceramic and zirconia and how we prepare these materials prior to cementation. To tell us all about it and share some invaluable clinical tips is our guest Dr. Todd Snyder. Dr Snyder is a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to dental companies. He hosts a weekly podcast, Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry. You can reach Dr. Snyder at: www.Legion.Dentist.

Why is it so important to have a designated ICC in your practice? Why can't your assistant handle all the infection control protocol? Or can they? This episode will clarify some of the confusion on this topic and really nail down why an ICC can be a game-changer for your practice. Our guest is Michelle Strange, a registered dent hygienist with a masters in Dental hygiene education. She brings over 20 years of experience to her numerous roles in dentistry. You can get more information including Michelle's ICC guidebook at https://www.levelupip.com/. Thanks to our episode sponsors: VOCO America - https://www.voco.dental/us/ Philips Oral Healthcare - https://www.philipsoralhealthcare.com/

In this episode, we'll explore the characteristics of various ceramic materials, delve into the nuances of different dental cements, and discuss best practices for achieving reliable adhesion, empowering you to make confident decisions in your daily practice. Our guest is Dr. Effie Habsha, a Prosthodontist practicing in Toronto Canada. She is an adjunct Assistant Professor at the Department of Dentistry, at the University of Rochester and an associate in dentistry at the University of Toronto.

Why has the popularity of 3D printing growing so quickly among US denitst? How does 3D printing differ from milling? Is 3D printing going to replace milling as a way to produce in-office restorations? What do you look for when buying a 3D printing system? To help us answer these questions and more is our guest Dr. Anthony Mennito. He has been involved with digital workflow in the dental practice for almost 20 years. He is in private practice in SC and is an adjunct faculty member at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Mennito also is part of an excellent in-person CE program in Charleston SC. You can find more info on that at imprescourses.com. Thanks to our episode sponsors: Ivoclar - https://www.ivoclar.com/ NSK America - https://www.nskdental.com/

Most of us have started using zirconia as a material for our indirect restorations. We either mill it chairside or send it out to the lab to be fabricated. Either way we need to make sure that our technique is perfect when delivering it to the tooth, especially if we are working with a non-retentive prep. If we need to rely on adhesion, we have to understand the nuances of bonding zirconia to tooth structure. To tell us all about it is our guest Dr. Alex Vasserman. Dr Vasserman is a respected clinician running his own practice on the Upper East side of Manhattan.

The dental practice, today, is more complex than ever before. Each and every day, from the time a dental office opens its door, every facet of the business needs to run seamlessly. To be successful at it, the office must be super organized, have a team that works well together with really good systems in place. Our guest today, an expert in creating the model dental office, is Ella Mullokandova. She has over 16 years of experience as a dental hygienist and is co-founder of Converge Dental. Thanks to our episode sponsors: COLTENE - https://www.coltene.dental/viva-hyflex/ Shining 3D- https://www.shining3ddental.com/

Immediate placement and loading of dental implants with full-arch fixed implant-supported prostheses has proven to be a successful treatment modality. In fact, it's becoming a standard treatment approach that provides an incredible service to patients by streamlining the transition from a terminal dentition to a fixed prosthesis. One of the big benefits with this approach is eliminating the need for an interim removable denture and reducing overall treatment time. However, full arch dental implant therapy does present some challenges. To tell us more about this is Dr. Isaac Tawil. Dr. Tawil received his Diplomate from the International Academy of Dental Implantology and is the founder of Advanced Implant Education. He is a graduate of NYU Dental School and practices in Brooklyn NY. Thanks to our episode sponsors: J. Morita - https://www.morita.com/usa/ DENTALEZ - https://www.dentalez.com/

There's a Perio war going on between the host and the invading bacteria. Can the host ever win? Our guest, Dr. Steven Milman, a periodontist will help us answer this question. Dr. Milman received his dental degree from Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas. He completed his Periodontal residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He was a researcher in periodontal microbiology and was a full time periodontist in his private practice in Round Rock and Austin, Texas for 36 years. Thanks to our episode sponsors: BISCO - https://www.bisco.com/ 3M - https://www.3m.com/clarity-aligners-flex/

Poor ergonomics leads to injuries that can shorten your career. As dentists, we know the significance of prevention and this absolutely applies to maintaining a fit and pain-free body. So the idea is to get ahead of all this misery, so how do we do that? To answer this question we are happy to have as our guest, Katrina Klein. Katrina is a RDH for 16 years, national speaker, author, competitive bodybuilder and certified personal trainer. She’s the founder of ErgoFitLife, where ergonomics and fitness are a lifestyle to prevent, reduce or eliminate pain.

Dentists are on the front lines when it comes to spotting signs of oral cancer and other abnormalities in the head and neck region. Yet, despite its importance, oral cancer screening is often overlooked during routine dental visits. Not only are these screenings vital for patient health, but they also present an opportunity for dental practices to leverage patients' medical insurance for reimbursement. To tell us all about it is Kandra Sellers. Kandra is a RDH with over 25 years in the dental industry. She is an educator in the field of oral systemic health, as well as founder and CEO of TIPS Medical Billing. Thanks to our episode sponsors: GC America - https://www.gc.dental/ BISCO - https://www.bisco.com/

So there are quite a few materials to choose from these days when it comes to our indirect restorations. Today we'll be talking about the popular ones and we'll also be discussing how we get them to stay on the tooth, meaning, do we go adhesive or cohesive and what are some of the materials we should be considering. To tell us all about is our guest Dr. Alex Vasserman, a practicing dentist in NYC.

In-office mills allow dental practices to offer crowns in a single visit. Are all systems alike? Do we incorporate a closed system or an open system? What are the advantages and disadvantages to both? To help us better understand all of this and make the right decisions in our digital dentistry journey is our guest, Dr Anthony Mennito. He has been involved with digital workflow in the dental practice for almost 20 years. He is in private practice in SC and is an adjunct faculty member at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Mennito also is part of an excellent in-person CE program in Charleston SC. You can find more info on that at imprescourses.com. Thanks to our episode sponsors: NSK America - https://www.nskdental.com/ Ivoclar - https://www.ivoclarusa.com/finder/makeitemax/index.php

Do we really need a 3D Printer in our practice? Is it worth the money and time to learn how to use it? Or is this just another gadget that my rep is trying to sell me? Or is there something much bigger that I'm missing? Let's talk to someone who has gone through all the decision making on this and can speak first hand. Our guest is Dr. Susan McMahon, She is a highly respected clinician, speaker and dental practice owner, in Pittsburgh PA. She has devoted her professional career to the pursuit of advanced technologies in cosmetic and minimally invasive dentistry.

You are in the tough position of pushing for the collections from the patient, or adjusting the balance down as a professional courtesy “write-off," leaving you with a lot less money. So what went wrong to put your office in this position in the first place? To help answer that question and address how to keep dental insurance money coming in seamlessly is our guest Dr. Dominque Fufidio. She is the CEO, Founder and main coach at Fufidio Consulting Group where she has pioneered a unique coaching offering: one focused on understanding the dental insurance claims review process. Her goal is to have dental practices benefit from her proven techniques to “build a better benefits reimbursement success rate.” She can be reached at https://fufidioconsultinggroup.com/ Thanks to our episode sponsors: GC America - https://www.gc.dental/ Shining 3D - https://www.shining3ddental.com/

Today we'll be discussing ways to empower dental hygienists and dental assistants to deliver exceptional care, going beyond what is typically expected of them, and reaching new heights in clinical outcomes and career satisfaction. Our guest is Lancette VanGuilder, a trailblazer and leader in dentistry for more than two decades. She practices as a complete health dental hygienist with 28 years of experience. She is the founder of a nonprofit mobile dental hygiene business and is recognized as an international CE speaker and serves as the current Vice-President of the American Dental Hygienists' Association.

Accessing dental implant health is different than accessing the health of a natural tooth. So when it comes to implants and the surrounding tissue and bone, what do we look for and how do we proceed with our hygiene treatment and our recommendations to the patient regarding a feasible homecare strategy? Our guest is Michelle Strange, a registered dent hygienist with a masters in dental education. She brings over 20 years of experience to her numerous roles in dentistry. You can get more information at levelupip.com. Thanks to our episode sponsors: Philips Oral Healthcare - https://www.philipsoralhealthcare.com/ VOCO America - https://www.voco.dental/us/

So we're beginning to hear more and more about the benefits of warming composite. For one thing, because of the lower viscosity at the time of application, it's a whole lot easier on your hand. But the real benefit lies in adaptation and we all know that the better adaptation, the less likely we'll see recurrent decay and post-operative sensitivity. To tell us why she loves warming composite and how easy it is to make the transition in your operatory to this technique, is our guest Dr. Lauren Rainey. Dr. Rainey is a regular contributor on Viva Learning.com and currently teaches direct restorative techniques to dentists in the US & Canada.

At varying extents, most of us are doing cosmetic dentistry in our practice. But how do we manage the 12 year old that is suffering from what we call SnapChat Dsymorphia? It's a mindset that makes individuals feel inadequate as a result of constantly comparing themselves to social media influencers. They're requesting aggressive treatment like veneers hoping to turn their teeth into celebrity smiles. So what's the best way to approach this? To tell us more about it is our guest Dr. Susan McMahon. Dr. McMahon has devoted her professional career to the pursuit of advanced technologies in cosmetic and minimally invasive dentistry. She frequently lectures across the United States and abroad on minimally invasive dentistry, technology and conservative, undetectable cosmetic dentistry. Thanks to our episode sponsors: GC America - https://www.gc.dental/ COLTENE - https://www.coltene.dental/viva-hyflex/

Most dentists are noticing the changes in the industry. Supplies are getting more expensive, insurance collections are decreasing, and large dental organizations are moving into the neighborhood! So what's the difference between a DSO, DPO, and DPG? And why does all this matter and how does it affect you as a dentist and practice owner? To tell us all about it is Dr. Weston Spencer, Chief Dental Officer for SPP and a practicing general dentist in La Jolla, CA. Thanks to our episode sponsors: NSK America - https://www.nskdental.com/ Ivoclar - https://www.ivoclar.com/

This episode focuses on the importance of patient communication and what we can do as dentists to improve our communication skills and processes. Our guest is Dr. Todd Snyder, a regular contributor to Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to a variety of dental companies. You can reach Dr. Snyder at: https://www.legion.dentist/. Thanks to our episode sponsors: 3M - https://www.3m.com/clarity-aligners-flex/ DENTALEZ - https://www.dentalez.com/

So how important is continuing education in our career? How important is it for the young dentist to find a mentor, someone that can provide invaluable practical advice? And what does it take to find a good mentor? We'll be asking our guest Dr. Devin McClintock these questions as she shares her experiences on some of the best ways to enjoy and excell in dentistry. Dr. McClintock graduated with honors from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine.

In this episode, we'll be talking about dental lasers, exploring their multifaceted clinical uses, matching specific laser types with particular clinical applications, and discussing the reasons why every dentist should contemplate incorporating one into their operatory. Our guest is Dr. Scott Benjamin, who is in private practice in rural upstate NY and is an internationally recognized authority on dental lasers and advanced dental technologies. Dr. Benjamin has faculty appointments at several universities, is the Chairman of the ADA Standards Committee Working Group on Dental Lasers and is a Past-President of the Academy of Laser Dentistry. He currently serves on the editorial review board for several prestigious dental journals. Thanks to our episode sponsors: DENTALEZ - https://www.dentalez.com/ J. Morita - https://www.morita.com/usa/

To tell us how to establish your niche, spread the word and attract the kind of patients you want to treat is our guest, Dr. Lauren Rainey. Dr Rainey owns and operates her own clinical practice and currently teaches direct restorative techniques to dentists in the US & Canada. Thanks to our episode sponsors: COLTENE - https://www.coltene.dental/viva-hyflex/ Philips Oral Healthcare - https://www.philipsoralhealthcare.com/

Today we're going to address the age-old question, how do we increase patience acceptance of our treatment plans? Now there is a lot behind this, including quite a bit of psychology of course, so to help us put this all in perspective, is our guest Ella Mullokandova. Ella has over 16 years of experience as a dental hygienist and restorative dental partner. She is the co-founder of Converge Dental, a company that helps dental practices succeed and grow, emphasizing the importance of an organized, systematic approach to improved patient care and profitability. Thanks to our episode sponsors: BISCO - https://www.bisco.com/ Ivoclar - https://www.ivoclarusa.com/finder/makeitemax/index.php

So what do we mean by profit over production or even profit first. Doesn't this go against everything we're about as healthcare providers. Well, maybe not. Because working really hard and having little left over at the end of the week is not a sustainable situation nor is it good for your practice, employees or your patients. So lets talk with Dr. Julie Woods. She's a board-certified periodontist and has been practicing since graduating from Baylor College of Dentistry in 2004. Her book, Profit Over Production: Understand Dental Business and Choose Your Practice Destiny, was released in September 2023 and is still an Amazon best-seller. Thanks to our episode sponsors: VOCO America - https://www.voco.dental/us/ Philips Oral Healthcare - https://www.philipsoralhealthcare.com/

Transitioning into a digital dental practice and streamlining your digital workflow can be a bit overwhelming. There is certainly a lot to learn and many things to think about before purchasing your new technology. So to help us get a better handle on all this is our guest Dr. Anthony Mennito. He has been involved with digital workflow in the dental practice for almost 20 years. He is in private practice in SC and is an adjunct faculty member at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Mennito also is part of an excellent in-person CE program in Charleston SC. You can find more info on that at imprescourses.com. Thanks to our episode sponsors: BISCO - https://www.bisco.com/ 3M - https://www.3m.com/clarity-aligners-flex/

Minimally Invasive Dentistry are more than just buzz words. In fact, today we can do amazing things to treat decay and save a tooth without doing any drilling at all. To tell us all about it is Crystal Spring. She is a registered dental hygienist who spends her life operating her mobile dental practice throughout the state of Montana. She has had amazing success with arresting, regenerating and saving teeth through noninvasive means. We are very happy to have her share some of the work she is doing in the area of prevention and minimally invasive dentistry.

As a dental healthcare provider, are you feeling overwhelmed or burnt out? Do you have days where you're so exasperated with so many different things in your practice that you wonder how you can keep going to work every day. Well, according to many experts, you are not alone... So the question is what can you do to make things better, feel more fulfilled about your career and be, just plain happier? Well, it may not be as difficult as you may think to turn things around. To help us put this all in perspective and give us some real life recommendations into how to enjoy dentistry again is our guest Dr. Josie Dovidio, a dentist with 22 years experience and a certified wellness consultant. Thanks to our episode sponsors: J. Morita - https://www.morita.com/usa/ DENTALEZ - https://www.dentalez.com/

Dentures are something we've been making patients for a very long time. Some of us are still doing it the old fashioned way and there's certainly nothing wrong with that. But, without a doubt, digital dentistry has had a stunning impact on the fabrication of dentures. The question is, "Do we print or mill?" Let's find out with our guests Dr. Austin Vetter, a practicing dentist in Fargo ND and Jonny Jakson, an Exocad Designer & Trainer from Evolve Dentistry.

What exactly is a health-centered practice? What's the advantage of being a health-centered practice? How does it grow your practice and really make you love what you do? To answer these questions is our guest Dr. Stephanie Vondrak. She owns and operates a private practice in Elkhorn, Nebraska. She has pursued over 600 hours of post-doctorate education in TMD, occlusion, orthodontics, and sleep apnea including the Pankey Institute, the Schuster Center, and the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. Thanks to our episode sponsors: COLTENE - https://www.coltene.dental/viva-hyflex/ Shining 3D - https://www.shining3ddental.com/

It cannot be overstated how important it is for the dentist to perform regular oral cancer exams on all patients. We've heard it many times, "early detection of cancer is critical for a favorable prognosis." In today's episode we'll be specifically talking about the rise in throat cancer and the dentist's role in safeguarding patients against this insidious and potentially deadly disease. To tell us more about it is our guest, Dr Mohammad Kamal. Dr Kamal completed his Pathology training at Harbor UCLA Medical Center in California, serving as a chief resident. He completed subspecialty fellowship training in Gastrointestinal and Liver Pathology at UCLA and he is board certified in Anatomic Pathology. Dr. Kamal served as Medical Director of LabCorp’s Dianon Laboratory and as Chief Medical Officer for PLUS Diagnostics. Thanks to our episode sponsors: Philips Oral Healthcare - https://www.philipsoralhealthcare.com/ VOCO America - https://www.voco.dental/us/

When working on a primary tooth, how do we decide between indirect or direct pulp cap therapy? What about a pulpotomy or even an extraction? And if we can save the tooth, what are the best materials to use over a vital pulp? To tell us all about it is Dr. Carla Cohn. She has a ton of experience in this as she is a GP who only treats children.

In the past, we didn't have many choices when it came to CAD CAM blocks. But today we do. In this episode, we'll be talking to a dentist who is well aware that Zr wins the strength contest but he has plenty of reasons to stay the course with LiSi. He specifically prefers a specific Lithium Disilicate bloc that saves him the step of firing after chairside milling. To tell us all about it is Dr. Yao-Lin Tang, who has over twenty years of practical knowledge in cosmetic and general dentistry. He is a CEREC user since 2005, a certified CEREC trainer, and a Visiting Faculty at CDOCS.com.