Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert: Recent Episodes

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Dr. Margeas was recently named on the 2024 "32 Most Influential People in Dentistry" by Incisal Edge Magazine. Click here to learn more!

Dr. Margeas graduated from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 1986 and completed his AEGD residency the following year. He is currently an adjunct professor in the department of Operative Dentistry at the University of Iowa. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Operative Dentistry. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry, a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, American Society for Dental Aesthetics and International Team of Oral implantologists (ITI). He has written numerous articles on esthetic and implant dentistry, and lectures and presents hands-on courses nationally and internationally on those subjects. He is currently the Editor in Chief of Inside Dentistry, on the Editorial Board of Compendium, and is a contributing editor to Oral Health in Canada. His memberships include OKU Honor Dental Society, American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, and the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Margeas maintains a full-time private practice focusing on comprehensive restorative and implant dentistry in Des Moines, Iowa.

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Dr. Markus B. Blatz is Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Chairman of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences and Assistant Dean for Digital Innovation and Professional Development at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he also founded the Penn Dental Medicine CAD/CAM Ceramic Center, an interdisciplinary venture to study emerging technologies and new ceramic materials while providing state-of-the-art esthetic clinical care. Dr. Blatz graduated from Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany, and was awarded additional Doctorate Degrees, a Postgraduate Certificate in Prosthodontics, and a Professorship from the same University.

Dr. Blatz is co-founder and past President of the International Academy for Adhesive Dentistry (IAAD) and a founding member of the European Academy of Digital Dentistry (EADD). He is a board-certified Diplomat in the German Society for Prosthodontics and Biomaterials (DGPro) and a member of multiple other professional organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the International College of Prosthodontists, the American College of Prosthodontists (honorary member), Academy of Osseointegration, and O.K.U. Honor Dental Society. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, Associate Editor of the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry and of Quintessence International, Section Editor for the International Journal of Prosthodontics, and serves on the editorial boards of numerous other recognized scientific dental journals. He is coauthor of the international bestseller “evolution – contemporary protocols for anterior single-tooth implants”, which has been translated on over 8 languages.

Prior to joining Penn Dental Medicine as Chairperson of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences in September 2006, Dr. Blatz was at Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry in New Orleans, where he served as Chairman of the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and Biomaterials and Assistant Dean for Clinical Research. During his tenure at LSU, Dr. Blatz also directed the Masters of Science in Oral Biology Program and was a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics. From 1994 to 1998 he was an Assistant Professor and from 1998 to 1999 a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics at Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg School of Dentistry in Freiburg, Germany.

A widely published and internationally respected lecturer, Dr. Blatz’s main focus within clinical practice and research is esthetic dentistry with an emphasis on implantology and dental materials, particularly ceramics and adhesion. Dr. Blatz is the recipient of multiple teaching and research awards and has published and lectured extensively on dental esthetics, restorative materials, and implant dentistry. He was recently named one of the “World’s Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry”.

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Dr. Drew McDonald is a board-certified orthodontic specialist renowned for his expertise in airway and temporomandibular joint (TMJ)-focused treatment planning, surgically facilitated orthodontic therapy (SFOT), and complex interdisciplinary care. He is based in St. Petersburg, Florida, where he leads McDonald Orthodontics, a practice dedicated to comprehensive, patient-centered orthodontic solutions.

🎓 Education & Training

• Undergraduate: University of New Mexico (B.S. in Biology, Minor in Chemistry, 2008).

• Dental School: Creighton University School of Dentistry (D.D.S., cum laude).

• Inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon (National Dental Honor Society) and Alpha Sigma Nu (Honor Society of Jesuit Universities).

• Served as class president and student body president.

• Orthodontic Residency: University of Missouri-Kansas City (Certificate in Orthodontics and M.S. in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, 2016).

🦷 Clinical Focus

Dr. McDonald specializes in integrating airway and TMJ considerations into orthodontic treatment, emphasizing the importance of addressing underlying functional issues alongside dental alignment. His approach often involves the use of advanced imaging techniques, such as CBCT and MRI, to inform diagnosis and treatment planning.

🎤 Lectures & Publications

An international lecturer, Dr. McDonald shares his insights on topics including airway-focused orthodontics, TMJ disorders, and interdisciplinary treatment planning. He has contributed to various professional publications and educational programs, collaborating with organizations like The Breathe Institute and ACT Dental.

👨‍👩‍👧 Personal Life

Originally from Tucson, Arizona, Dr. McDonald’s passion for baseball led him to play as a catcher for the University of New Mexico Lobos from 2006 to 2008. He met his wife, Emily, during his time in Albuquerque. Outside the office, he enjoys spending time with his two daughters, grilling, and golfing.

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Dr. Sable A. Muntean, DMD, MHSA

Clinician, Educator, Mentor, and Advocate for New Dentists

Dr. Sable Muntean is a dynamic force in modern dentistry, blending clinical excellence with a passion for mentorship, education, and organized leadership. A California native, she earned her undergraduate degree in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention from the University of Southern California. She then pursued her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) and a Master in Health Services Administration (MHSA) at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) School of Dental Medicine in Florida .

Following dental school, Dr. Muntean completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency and an Implant Fellowship at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. Her dedication to comprehensive patient care and implantology has been a hallmark of her clinical practice .

In 2022, Dr. Muntean made history by becoming the first full-time female dentist at the VA St. Louis Healthcare System. Serving veterans has been a deeply rewarding experience for her, allowing her to give back to those who have selflessly served the nation .

Beyond her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Muntean is a prolific writer and speaker. She has contributed to esteemed publications such as Compendium and CRANIO: The Journal of Craniomandibular & Sleep Practice. Her commitment to advancing the profession was recognized in 2023 when she was honored as one of the American Dental Association’s “10 Under 10” awardees, celebrating dentists who have made significant contributions within their first decade of practice .

Dr. Muntean’s leadership extends to organized dentistry. She has held multiple positions within the Greater St. Louis Dental Society, including serving as President in 2028. Her involvement underscores her commitment to shaping the future of dental practice and policy .

A passionate advocate for aspiring dental professionals, Dr. Muntean co-founded ignitePreDent®, a mentorship initiative aimed at guiding pre-dental students through the complexities of dental school admissions. Her dedication to education and mentorship culminated in her appointment as Chief Editor of the Get Lit newsletter by igniteDDS in 2023, a publication reaching over 25,000 dental professionals weekly .

Fluent in Romanian and French, Dr. Muntean brings a multicultural perspective to her practice and outreach. Her journey from a supportive family background to becoming a trailblazer in dentistry exemplifies her

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Episode Description:

In this solo episode, Dr. Melissa Seibert dives deep into the resin-bonded fixed dental prosthesis (FDP), also known as the Maryland bridge. This episode is a must-listen for any clinician seeking a minimally invasive, evidence-based approach to tooth replacement—especially in esthetic zones or for younger patients. You’ll learn when to consider a resin-bonded FDP, how to select the right cases, prep design principles, lab communication tips, and adhesive protocols to ensure clinical longevity.

Dr. Seibert also walks through her personal workflow, from diagnosis to final cementation, sharing pearls you can apply in your own practice immediately.

About Dr. Seibert:

Dr. Melissa Seibert is a board-certified general dentist, educator, and the creator of the Dental Digest Podcast—one of the leading dental podcasts worldwide. She lectures nationally and internationally on adhesive dentistry, minimally invasive techniques, and clinical excellence. Dr. Seibert is passionate about empowering general dentists with actionable, evidence-based knowledge they can trust.

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Angela Holland: Preferred Dental Solution

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Angela Holland is a seasoned dental insurance expert and the founder of Preferred Dental Solutions, a firm dedicated to helping dental practices nationwide maximize their insurance reimbursements. With over a decade of experience in the dental industry, Angela has become a trusted advisor for practices aiming to enhance their financial performance through strategic insurance management.

Angela began her career in dental consulting in 2013, quickly recognizing the challenges practices faced with insurance billing and revenue cycle management. In 2018, she founded Preferred Dental Services, focusing exclusively on remote insurance revenue cycle management. Under her leadership, the company grew rapidly, culminating in its acquisition by a NASDAQ-traded corporation in 2023.

Following this success, Angela launched Preferred Dental Solutions, offering specialized services in insurance credentialing and PPO fee negotiations. Her team provides live progress updates and guarantees increased insurance revenue, reflecting her commitment to transparency and results.

Angela's expertise has led to significant financial improvements for her clients, with some practices reporting revenue increases of up to 46% with major insurers like Cigna and MetLife. Her dedication to empowering dentists and her deep understanding of the insurance landscape make her a valuable partner for practices seeking growth and efficiency.

For more information or to connect with Angela, visit Preferred Dental Solutions.

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Diego Velásquez, DDS, MSD is a graduate of the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana School of Dentistry, Colombia. He holds certificates in Prosthodontics and Dental Materials, a Master’s degree in Science of Dentistry (Indiana University) and a certificate in Periodontics and Dental Implants (The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio). Dr. Velasquez works in private practice in Fenton, Michigan and is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the School of Dentistry of The University of Michigan. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and is a member of the peer review panel of the Journal of Periodontology, Clinical Advances in Periodontics, and former consultant of The International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry. He is part of the Expert Council of The Osteology Foundation. He is past president of the Midwest Society of Periodontology, Michigan Periodontal Association and The American Academy of Periodontology Foundation.

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Dr. Stanley Liu (“Leo”) received his undergraduate education from Stanford University. He completed DDS and MD degrees, with General Surgery internship and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency, from the University of California – San Francisco (UCSF). After Sleep Surgery Fellowship at Stanford Medical School in 2014, he was appointed faculty in the Department of Otolaryngology until 2023. He rose to the rank of Associate Professor, and Director of the Sleep Surgery Fellowship. Concurrently, he was a Preceptor of the Oculoplastic Surgery Fellowship and held a courtesy appointment to the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. In February 2024, he joined Nova Southeastern University as the Chair of the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, and Assistant Dean of Hospital Affairs.

Dr. Liu is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and the American College of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. He has been a Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Scholar, and Stanford Biodesign Faculty Fellow. He serves on the board or executive positions of the California Sleep Society (CSS), American Academy of Physiologic Medicine & Dentistry (AAPMD), and the World Dentofacial Sleep Society (WDSS). He is a consultant member in the sleep section of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS).

Dr. Liu’s clinical and research focus are on surgical approaches to obstructive sleep apnea. With his surgical mentor and sleep surgery pioneer, Dr. Robert Riley, the Stanford Sleep Surgery approach was updated to integrate drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE), nasal surgery including maxillary expansion (DOME), pharyngeal surgery (UPPP), hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS), and maxillomandibular advancement (MMA). His bibliography lists over 90 journal articles and 20 book chapters. He has been a Grand Rounds speaker at academic programs including UCSF, Northwestern, OHSU, LSU, and Stanford. He has been a Keynote Speaker for preeminent sleep and surgery meetings, including the 33rd SLEEP in 2019, and World Sleep in 2023.

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Diego Velásquez, DDS, MSD is a graduate of the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana School of Dentistry, Colombia. He holds certificates in Prosthodontics and Dental Materials, a Master’s degree in Science of Dentistry (Indiana University) and a certificate in Periodontics and Dental Implants (The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio). Dr. Velasquez works in private practice in Fenton, Michigan and is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the School of Dentistry of The University of Michigan. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and is a member of the peer review panel of the Journal of Periodontology, Clinical Advances in Periodontics, and former consultant of The International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry. He is part of the Expert Council of The Osteology Foundation. He is past president of the Midwest Society of Periodontology, Michigan Periodontal Association and The American Academy of Periodontology Foundation.

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Dr. Stanley Liu (“Leo”) received his undergraduate education from Stanford University. He completed DDS and MD degrees, with General Surgery internship and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency, from the University of California – San Francisco (UCSF). After Sleep Surgery Fellowship at Stanford Medical School in 2014, he was appointed faculty in the Department of Otolaryngology until 2023. He rose to the rank of Associate Professor, and Director of the Sleep Surgery Fellowship. Concurrently, he was a Preceptor of the Oculoplastic Surgery Fellowship and held a courtesy appointment to the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. In February 2024, he joined Nova Southeastern University as the Chair of the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, and Assistant Dean of Hospital Affairs.

Dr. Liu is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and the American College of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. He has been a Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Scholar, and Stanford Biodesign Faculty Fellow. He serves on the board or executive positions of the California Sleep Society (CSS), American Academy of Physiologic Medicine & Dentistry (AAPMD), and the World Dentofacial Sleep Society (WDSS). He is a consultant member in the sleep section of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS).

Dr. Liu’s clinical and research focus are on surgical approaches to obstructive sleep apnea. With his surgical mentor and sleep surgery pioneer, Dr. Robert Riley, the Stanford Sleep Surgery approach was updated to integrate drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE), nasal surgery including maxillary expansion (DOME), pharyngeal surgery (UPPP), hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS), and maxillomandibular advancement (MMA). His bibliography lists over 90 journal articles and 20 book chapters. He has been a Grand Rounds speaker at academic programs including UCSF, Northwestern, OHSU, LSU, and Stanford. He has been a Keynote Speaker for preeminent sleep and surgery meetings, including the 33rd SLEEP in 2019, and World Sleep in 2023.

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Mark A. Latta, D.M.D., M.S., professor of general dentistry,served as dean of the School of Dentistry from 2011 to 2021. Prior to the dean’s appointment, he served as the Associate Dean for Research at Creighton University School of Dentistry since 1995. He personally has been awarded more than 140 research grants on prosthetic dental restorative materials, adhesives and bonding and dental material clinical trials. A speaker and lecturer of international renown, he has published more than 85 manuscripts and more than 200 abstracts and presented at numerous state and national dental association meetings and throughout the world. Prior to joining Creighton, Latta served as director of Research and Development for the Trubyte Division of Dentsply International, York, PA. During his industrial career he contributed to or was responsible for more than 20 new dental product introductions and is an inventor or co-inventor of numerous patents. He earned his dental degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1983, and his master’s degree in oral biology from the University of Maryland Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1995. He also spent one year in hospital general practice residency at York Hospital, York, PA. Dr. Latta, a Fellow in the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists is also a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national honorary dental society. He has also served as president of the Dental Materials Group and the International Association for Dental Research.

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SUMMARY: In this episode, Dr. Robert “Tito” Norris shares his clinical expertise on orthodontic expansion and the use of MARPE (Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion). He explains how MARPE offers a non-surgical solution for transverse maxillary deficiencies in skeletally mature patients. Dr. Norris outlines case selection, biomechanics, and how to identify patients who will benefit most from expansion therapy. The episode also explores the impact of expansion on airway health, facial aesthetics, and long-term stability.

Dr. Robert Norris is devoted to creating smiles for a lifetime. His unique background in mechanical engineering provides him with a distinct advantage in mastering the forces, vectors, and movements inherent in performing orthodontic treatment.

• Dr. Norris attended University of Texas at Austin where he received his bachelor’s degree with honors in Biology and a minor in Mechanical Engineering.
• He was salutatorian of this dental school class at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School.
• He completed a General Practice Residency at the V.A. Hospital in Washington, D.C.
• He completed his orthodontics specialty training at Howard University, and graduating as valedictorian with the highest GPA in the Orthodontic Department’s 25-year history.

Professional Affiliations * American Dental Association * American Association of Orthodontists * Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics * Texas Dental Association

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Jeffrey W. Lineberry, DDS currently lives in Mooresville, North Carolina with his wife and two boys and currently owns and operates Carolina Center for Comprehensive Dentistry (www.cccdds.com), a full-time complex restorative focused practice. Dr. Lineberry has a love and passion for dentistry and takes numerous continuing education courses every year as well as helping teach other dental colleagues principles in occlusion, treatment planning, cosmetic and complex restorative dentistry. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Lineberry spends time with his family, enjoys the great outdoors and reads numerous articles and books each year. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Western Carolina University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S) degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2000. Dr. Lineberry began the pursuit of furthering his education by attending the Pankey Institute and completing all of the continuums, along with attending multiple other courses every year and has done so ever since then. He has obtained his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry and in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He currently serves as a Visiting Faculty member, Online Moderator and contributing author for Spear education, a leader in continuing dental education. He is also an faculty assistant for the Pankey Institute. He is one of less than 400 dentists Accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and is a member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and American Equilibration Society. He has lectured at national meetings, been published in several dental journals, serves as a key opinion leader for multiple dental companies and is on the editorial board for Dental Product Reports, a leading dental journal.

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Dr. Pascal Magne was born in La Chaux-de-Fonds (Switzerland) in 1966. He grew up and followed his primary education in Neuchâtel then moved to Geneva where he graduated in dentistry in 1989 and completed a Doctoral Thesis in 1992. He taught and continued his postgraduate education in Prosthodontics and Operative Dentistry at the University of Geneva until 1997. Awarded with major grants by the Swiss Science Foundation, the Swiss Foundation for Medical-Biological Grants, and the International Association for Dental Research, he spent two years as a full-time research scholar in Biomaterials and Biomechanics at the University of Minnesota between 1997 and 1999. Back at the University of Geneva, he received his PhD degree in 2002 and served as Senior Lecturer from 1999 to 2004. Since February 2004, he became Associate Professor at the University of Southern California (USC, Los Angeles) where he also serves as Director of the Center for Esthetic Dentistry. He is the author of the textbook -- "Bonded Porcelain Restorations" (Quintessence Publishing, 2002), as well as clinical and research articles on esthetics and adhesive dentistry and is frequently invited to lecture on these topics.

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Van B. Haywood, D.M.D., is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Restorative Sciences, Dental College of Georgia @ Augusta University. A 1974 alumni of the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry, he was in private practice 7 years in Augusta, Georgia and taught at the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill, NC in Operative and Prosthodontics for 12 years before coming to Augusta University in 1993. In 1989, he co-authored the first publication in the world on Nightguard vital bleaching (at-home tray bleaching) with Dr. Harald Heymann, and in 1997 co-authored the first article on extended treatment (six-months) of tetracycline-stained teeth using this technique.While he is most known for his research and articles on tray bleaching, he taught in the Fixed Prosthodontics courses, the Occlusion courses,and the Esthetics course, as well as in sophomore and junior Operative and Fixed student clinics. After over 29 years at the Dental College of Georgia, he retired from full-time teaching in December 2022. The DCG Class of 1997 initiated a scholarship in his name for clinical excellence and compassionate care.

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Van B. Haywood, D.M.D., is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Restorative Sciences, Dental College of Georgia @ Augusta University. A 1974 alumni of the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry, he was in private practice 7 years in Augusta, Georgia and taught at the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill, NC in Operative and Prosthodontics for 12 years before coming to Augusta University in 1993. In 1989, he co-authored the first publication in the world on Nightguard vital bleaching (at-home tray bleaching) with Dr. Harald Heymann, and in 1997 co-authored the first article on extended treatment (six-months) of tetracycline-stained teeth using this technique.While he is most known for his research and articles on tray bleaching, he taught in the Fixed Prosthodontics courses, the Occlusion courses,and the Esthetics course, as well as in sophomore and junior Operative and Fixed student clinics. After over 29 years at the Dental College of Georgia, he retired from full-time teaching in December 2022. The DCG Class of 1997 initiated a scholarship in his name for clinical excellence and compassionate care.

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Dr. Jason Smithson, DDS, is a distinguished dentist renowned for his innovative approach to patient care and commitment to advancing the field of modern dentistry. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he has established himself as an expert in restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. Dr. Smithson earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from a prestigious institution, where he distinguished himself not only academically but also through his passion for integrating cutting-edge technology into dental practice. Following his graduation, he pursued advanced training in restorative techniques and digital dentistry, setting the stage for a career marked by precision, artistry, and patient-centered care.

Throughout his career, Dr. Smithson has been at the forefront of adopting and refining state-of-the-art dental technologies. His practice is known for its innovative treatments and minimally invasive techniques that prioritize preserving natural tooth structure while delivering exceptional aesthetic and functional outcomes. His meticulous approach to treatment planning and execution has earned him a reputation for transforming smiles and enhancing the overall quality of life for his patients. Dr. Smithson’s commitment to excellence is reflected in his continuous pursuit of professional development and his active participation in national and international dental conferences, where he shares his insights and learns from peers around the globe.

Beyond his clinical expertise, Dr. Smithson is a passionate educator and mentor. He regularly lectures at dental schools and professional workshops, inspiring a new generation of dental professionals to embrace evidence-based practices and innovative treatment modalities. His published research in peer-reviewed journals has contributed significantly to the fields of digital dentistry and minimally invasive restorative techniques, influencing contemporary dental practices. Colleagues and students alike commend him for his clarity, dedication, and willingness to share knowledge, which has made him a highly respected figure in the dental community.

Dr. Smithson is also an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the International Association for Dental Research. His involvement in these organizations underscores his commitment to advancing dental standards and ensuring that his practice remains at the cutting edge of industry developments. Moreover, his leadership extends into community service, where he frequently volunteers at free dental clinics and participates in outreach programs aimed at improving oral health among underserved populations.

In every aspect of his career, Dr. Jason Smithson exemplifies the qualities of a modern dental leader—innovative, compassionate, and deeply dedicated to the art and science of dentistry. His ongoing contributions to clinical practice, education, and community service continue to shape the future of dental care, making him a trusted and influential voice in the profession.

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Jim McKee, DDS – Expert in TMD, Occlusion, and Comprehensive Dentistry

Dr. Jim McKee is a highly respected authority in the fields of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD), occlusion, and restorative dentistry. With over three decades of clinical experience and a passion for teaching, Dr. McKee has dedicated his career to understanding and addressing the complexities of the masticatory system. His expertise has helped countless clinicians improve patient outcomes, particularly for those with challenging occlusal or TMJ-related issues.

Educational Background and Clinical Practice

Dr. McKee earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago. Following dental school, he focused on developing a comprehensive understanding of TMD, occlusion, and how these systems integrate with restorative and esthetic dentistry.

Dr. McKee has maintained a private practice in Downers Grove, Illinois, for over 30 years. His practice focuses on treating patients with occlusal disorders, complex restorative cases, and TMD. His patient-centered approach combines advanced diagnostic techniques, individualized treatment planning, and a commitment to functional and esthetic excellence.

Thought Leadership in TMD and Occlusion

Dr. McKee is internationally recognized for his deep understanding of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and its critical role in comprehensive dentistry. His work bridges the gap between TMD, occlusion, and restorative dentistry, providing clinicians with practical strategies to treat patients with:

• Chronic facial pain.

• TMJ dysfunction and joint instability.

• Occlusal disharmony.

• Complex restorative needs involving the entire masticatory system.

He has developed innovative approaches to diagnosis and treatment planning, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between specialists and general practitioners to achieve optimal results.

Teaching and Mentorship

Dr. McKee is a sought-after educator who lectures nationally and internationally on TMD, occlusion, and interdisciplinary dentistry. He is known for his clear, engaging teaching style and his ability to simplify complex topics, making them accessible for clinicians at all levels.

He serves as a faculty member and mentor for the prestigious Dawson Academy, where he trains dentists in comprehensive, patient-centered care. His courses focus on integrating occlusal concepts with restorative and esthetic dentistry while managing the functional health of the TMJ.

Dr. McKee is also a visiting faculty member at Spear Education in Scottsdale, Arizona, where he teaches advanced concepts in TMD, joint-based diagnosis, and interdisciplinary treatment planning.

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Dr. Peter Milgrom is Professor of Oral Health Sciences and Pediatric Dentistry in the School of Dentistry and adjunct Professor of Health Services in the School of Public Health at the University of Washington. He directs the Northwest Center to Reduce Oral Health Disparities. He holds academic appointments at Case Western University, University of Rochester, and University of California, San Francisco. He maintains a dental practice limited to the care of fearful patients and served as Director of the UW Dental Fears Research Clinic. Dr. Milgrom’s work includes research on xylitol, the effectiveness of fluoride varnish and iodine in preschoolers, clinical efficacy and safety of diammine silver fluoride, motivational strategies to increase perinatal and well child dental visits in rural communities, and studies of cognitive interventions in pediatric and adult dental fear. The NIH, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, HRSA, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation support his work. Dr. Milgrom is author of 5 books and over 300 scientific articles. His latest book, Treating Fearful Dental Patients, was published in 2009.

Dr. Milgrom was Distinguished Dental Behavioral Scientist of the International Association for Dental Research for 1999. In 1999, and again in 2000, his work was recognized by the Giddon Award for research in the behavioral sciences in Dentistry. He received the Barrows Milk Award from IADR in 2000, recognizing his work for public health including the development of the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program in Washington State. In 2003, Dr. Milgrom received a Special Commendation Award from the National Legal Aid and Defenders Association and the University of Washington Medical Center Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award. In 2010, he received the Aubrey Sheiham Research Award for his work on xylitol. He serves on scientific review committees for the NIDCR, NIMHHD, NINDS, Center for Scientific Review at NIH and as a consultant to the FDA. In 2005, Dr. Milgrom was appointed the SAAD Visiting Professor of Pain and Anxiety Control at the King’s College Dental Institute, University of London, UK for a six-year term. In 2008 he was awarded the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa from the University of Bergen, Norway in recognition of his work in social and behavioral dentistry. In 2012, he received the University of California, San Francisco Dental Alumni Gold Medal for his contributions to Dentistry. In 2012 he was also awarded the Norton Ross Award for Excellence in Clinical Research by the American Dental Association. In 2013, he was appointed to the Council of Scientific Affairs of the American Dental Association. In 2014, he received the Irwin M. Mandel Distinguished Mentor Award from the IADR. In 2015, he served as HMDP Expert in Dental Public Health for the Singapore Ministry of Health. Dr. Milgrom received his DDS from the University of California, San Francisco in 1972 and had a previous position at the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

In the last few years, Dr. Milgrom has spoken to dental associations in Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Philippines, and USA and at major universities in USA and abroad.

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Jim McKee, DDS – Expert in TMD, Occlusion, and Comprehensive Dentistry

Dr. Jim McKee is a highly respected authority in the fields of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD), occlusion, and restorative dentistry. With over three decades of clinical experience and a passion for teaching, Dr. McKee has dedicated his career to understanding and addressing the complexities of the masticatory system. His expertise has helped countless clinicians improve patient outcomes, particularly for those with challenging occlusal or TMJ-related issues.

Educational Background and Clinical Practice

Dr. McKee earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago. Following dental school, he focused on developing a comprehensive understanding of TMD, occlusion, and how these systems integrate with restorative and esthetic dentistry.

Dr. McKee has maintained a private practice in Downers Grove, Illinois, for over 30 years. His practice focuses on treating patients with occlusal disorders, complex restorative cases, and TMD. His patient-centered approach combines advanced diagnostic techniques, individualized treatment planning, and a commitment to functional and esthetic excellence.

Thought Leadership in TMD and Occlusion

Dr. McKee is internationally recognized for his deep understanding of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and its critical role in comprehensive dentistry. His work bridges the gap between TMD, occlusion, and restorative dentistry, providing clinicians with practical strategies to treat patients with:

• Chronic facial pain.

• TMJ dysfunction and joint instability.

• Occlusal disharmony.

• Complex restorative needs involving the entire masticatory system.

He has developed innovative approaches to diagnosis and treatment planning, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between specialists and general practitioners to achieve optimal results.

Teaching and Mentorship

Dr. McKee is a sought-after educator who lectures nationally and internationally on TMD, occlusion, and interdisciplinary dentistry. He is known for his clear, engaging teaching style and his ability to simplify complex topics, making them accessible for clinicians at all levels.

He serves as a faculty member and mentor for the prestigious Dawson Academy, where he trains dentists in comprehensive, patient-centered care. His courses focus on integrating occlusal concepts with restorative and esthetic dentistry while managing the functional health of the TMJ.

Dr. McKee is also a visiting faculty member at Spear Education in Scottsdale, Arizona, where he teaches advanced concepts in TMD, joint-based diagnosis, and interdisciplinary treatment planning.

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Dr. Vince Kokich Jr. is a highly esteemed orthodontist, educator, and thought leader in the field of orthodontics and interdisciplinary dentistry. Following in the footsteps of his father, Dr. Vince Kokich Sr., a globally recognized pioneer in orthodontics, Dr. Kokich Jr. has built his own legacy by advancing innovative approaches to patient care, education, and the integration of specialties within dentistry.

Educational Background Dr. Kokich Jr. earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree with high honors from the University of Washington School of Dentistry, a program known for its rigorous clinical training and commitment to evidence-based care. He went on to complete his orthodontic residency at the same institution, where he honed his skills in diagnosing and treating complex malocclusions, facial growth discrepancies, and interdisciplinary cases.

Throughout his education, Dr. Kokich was recognized for his academic excellence and dedication to improving patient outcomes. His passion for teaching began early in his career and has remained a cornerstone of his professional life.

Professional Career Dr. Kokich Jr. has practiced orthodontics for over two decades, specializing in comprehensive treatment plans that address both functional and esthetic concerns. He is particularly renowned for his expertise in:

• Interdisciplinary Treatment: Collaborating with restorative dentists, periodontists, and oral surgeons to achieve optimal outcomes for complex cases.
• Aesthetic Orthodontics: Enhancing smiles through precision orthodontic treatment tailored to each patient’s unique facial structure and goals.
• Education and Mentorship: Sharing his knowledge and clinical experience with the next generation of orthodontists.

As an orthodontist, Dr. Kokich is committed to providing patient-centered care. His approach focuses on creating harmonious outcomes that not only align teeth but also improve facial aesthetics and long-term dental health.

Educator and Speaker Dr. Kokich Jr. is a sought-after speaker at national and international dental conferences, where he shares his expertise on topics such as:

• Advanced interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Managing complex dental esthetic cases.
• Incorporating emerging technologies into orthodontic practice.

He has been invited to lecture for prestigious organizations and institutions, including the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, and various study clubs and universities worldwide. His dynamic and engaging teaching style makes him a favorite among both clinicians and students.

Innovator and Founder Dr. Kokich Jr. is the creator of Kokich Education, an educational platform dedicated to elevating the knowledge and skills of dental professionals. Kokich Education offers a range of resources, from webinars and case studies to in-depth courses, empowering clinicians to tackle even the most challenging cases with confidence. The platform reflects Dr. Kokich’s philosophy of interdisciplinary collaboration and lifelong learning.

To learn more about Kokich Education, visit kokicheducation.com.

Publications and Research Dr. Kokich Jr. has contributed to several peer-reviewed articles and textbook chapters that focus on the integration of orthodontics with other dental specialties. His work has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of how orthodontics can complement restorative and prosthetic dentistry to achieve superior outcomes.

Professional Affiliations Dr. Kokich Jr. is an active member of several professional organizations, including:

• The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
• The American Dental Association (ADA).
• The Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists (PCSO).

Legacy and Vision Dr. Vince Kokich Jr. continues to honor the legacy of his father while forging his own path in orthodontics. His dedication to innovation, education, and patient care has made him a leader in the field. Through his practice, lectures, and Kokich Education, Dr. Kokich inspires clinicians worldwide to achieve excellence in their work and deliver transformative care to their patients.

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Joe Oxman received his Ph.D. in organic photochemistry from Northwestern University (1983). He has been employed by 3M for 38 years and is currently a corporate scientist. He is a developer of many dental and non-dental technologies and is considered a global expert in photocurable systems, nanotechnology, structural composites, hard tissue adhesives, glass ionomer materials, orthogonal smart-materials, bioactives, and technologies to minimize polymerization shrinkage stress. He has 115 issued U.S. patents, more than 100 publications/abstracts in peer-reviewed journals, and has been an invited global lecturer for more than 350 keynotes, presentations, and dental school curricula. He has received many international recognitions, including induction into the prestigious 3M Carlton Society (2003), two American Chemical Society (ACS) Cooperative Research Awards (2007 and 2020), the University of Colorado Engineering & Applied Science Corporate Advocate Award (2007), the IADR Peyton Skinner Award for Innovation in Dental Materials (2013), ACS Industrial Polymer Science Award (2016), and induction as an ACS Polymer Fellow (2017). He was instrumental in co-establishing the NSF Cooperative Research Center on “Fundamentals & Applications of Photopolymerization” (Universities of Iowa and Colorado). He currently serves on the Board of Directors of AADOCR, the MinnCResT External Review Board, and previously served as the 3M Director of Research for the University of Minnesota Dental Research Center for Biomaterials and Biomechanics and as a coach and judge for the Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge.

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Marco Gresnigt graduated summa Cum Laude in 2005 at the university of Groningen, the Netherlands. In January 2012 he obtained his PhD on clinical and laboratory evaluation of laminate veneers. Besides working at the university, he works as a dentist in a center for special care. Marco lectures at the Center for Dentistry and Oral Hygiene, and teaches masters students in a specialized program on esthetics and prosthetic dentistry. Besides writing scientific articles, he has published several articles on minimally invasive and adhesive dentistry in dental journals, and teaches post-graduate courses. He obtained several awards like: the NVGPT publication prize, Boering prize and Cavex prize. Since 2014 Marco became a member of the international Bio-EmulationTM group.

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Joe Oxman received his Ph.D. in organic photochemistry from Northwestern University (1983). He has been employed by 3M for 38 years and is currently a corporate scientist. He is a developer of many dental and non-dental technologies and is considered a global expert in photocurable systems, nanotechnology, structural composites, hard tissue adhesives, glass ionomer materials, orthogonal smart-materials, bioactives, and technologies to minimize polymerization shrinkage stress. He has 115 issued U.S. patents, more than 100 publications/abstracts in peer-reviewed journals, and has been an invited global lecturer for more than 350 keynotes, presentations, and dental school curricula. He has received many international recognitions, including induction into the prestigious 3M Carlton Society (2003), two American Chemical Society (ACS) Cooperative Research Awards (2007 and 2020), the University of Colorado Engineering & Applied Science Corporate Advocate Award (2007), the IADR Peyton Skinner Award for Innovation in Dental Materials (2013), ACS Industrial Polymer Science Award (2016), and induction as an ACS Polymer Fellow (2017). He was instrumental in co-establishing the NSF Cooperative Research Center on “Fundamentals & Applications of Photopolymerization” (Universities of Iowa and Colorado). He currently serves on the Board of Directors of AADOCR, the MinnCResT External Review Board, and previously served as the 3M Director of Research for the University of Minnesota Dental Research Center for Biomaterials and Biomechanics and as a coach and judge for the Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge.

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Rhodri Thomas, BDS, graduated with Honors from Cardiff University. His background as an artist spurred his love of aesthetic dentistry, and he now dedicates his work towards truly blending dentistry into nature with his clinical focus on advanced aesthetic restorative dentistry.

An internationally renowned educator and multi-award-winning dentist, Rhodri lectures and teaches around the world on the subject of aesthetics, presenting at conferences, running private courses, and publishing articles in leading dental magazines. Recently Rhodri has been teaching in Chicago, New York, Florida, London, Montreal, and Sweden.

He was the winner of the British Society of Prosthodontics Heraeus Kulzer Prize for his research on tooth wear, pioneered a new resin layering technique, and is also the author of a book based purely on resin artistry. Rhodri has been the youngest speaker for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, a published author for the prestigious Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, and has received a record-breaking six consecutive national awards.

Passionate about teaching and sharing with other dental professionals, Rhodri is honored to be Resident Faculty at both The Center for Esthetic Excellence in Chicago and Stribe Dental in New York. He is also the founder and director of The Art of Dentistry, a series of unique international training programs and aesthetic-based courses for dentists. He believes every clinician has a natural creative ability inside of them and enjoys nothing more than helping to ignite it.

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Dr. Richard Price, DDS, PhD, FDS RCS (Edin), Prosthodontist

Dr. Richard Price is a world-renowned expert in dental materials, curing light technology, and restorative dentistry. With decades of clinical and academic experience, Dr. Price has become a leader in advancing the science and practice of adhesive and esthetic dentistry. His contributions to dental research and education have earned him international recognition as a pioneer in improving the quality, effectiveness, and clinical outcomes of dental restorations.

Academic and Clinical Background

Dr. Price earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree and subsequently pursued advanced education and research, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with a focus on dental materials and polymerization. He also holds a Fellowship in Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FDS RCS). As a prosthodontist, he has extensive experience in managing complex restorative cases, including esthetic and functional rehabilitation.

Dr. Price is a faculty member at Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Dentistry in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He has held numerous academic roles, including professor, researcher, and mentor to graduate and postdoctoral students. His teaching focuses on restorative dentistry, dental materials, and evidence-based clinical practice.

Research Contributions

Dr. Price’s research has significantly advanced the understanding of light-curing technology and the polymerization of resin-based dental materials. His work has addressed critical issues such as:

• The performance of dental curing lights.

• The effects of curing protocols on the physical and mechanical properties of resin composites.

• The clinical implications of polymerization shrinkage and stress in restorative procedures.

He has developed methods to evaluate the performance of curing lights and has contributed to standardizing testing protocols globally. His research has been published in leading peer-reviewed journals, such as Journal of Dental Research, Dental Materials, and Operative Dentistry. He has authored or co-authored over 150 scientific papers and book chapters, making him one of the most prolific researchers in his field.

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Rhodri Thomas, BDS, graduated with Honors from Cardiff University. His background as an artist spurred his love of aesthetic dentistry, and he now dedicates his work towards truly blending dentistry into nature with his clinical focus on advanced aesthetic restorative dentistry.

An internationally renowned educator and multi-award-winning dentist, Rhodri lectures and teaches around the world on the subject of aesthetics, presenting at conferences, running private courses, and publishing articles in leading dental magazines. Recently Rhodri has been teaching in Chicago, New York, Florida, London, Montreal, and Sweden.

He was the winner of the British Society of Prosthodontics Heraeus Kulzer Prize for his research on tooth wear, pioneered a new resin layering technique, and is also the author of a book based purely on resin artistry. Rhodri has been the youngest speaker for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, a published author for the prestigious Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, and has received a record-breaking six consecutive national awards.

Passionate about teaching and sharing with other dental professionals, Rhodri is honored to be Resident Faculty at both The Center for Esthetic Excellence in Chicago and Stribe Dental in New York. He is also the founder and director of The Art of Dentistry, a series of unique international training programs and aesthetic-based courses for dentists. He believes every clinician has a natural creative ability inside of them and enjoys nothing more than helping to ignite it.

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Dr. Markus B. Blatz is Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Chairman of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences and Assistant Dean for Digital Innovation and Professional Development at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he also founded the Penn Dental Medicine CAD/CAM Ceramic Center, an interdisciplinary venture to study emerging technologies and new ceramic materials while providing state-of-the-art esthetic clinical care. Dr. Blatz graduated from Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany, and was awarded additional Doctorate Degrees, a Postgraduate Certificate in Prosthodontics, and a Professorship from the same University.

Dr. Blatz is co-founder and past President of the International Academy for Adhesive Dentistry (IAAD) and a founding member of the European Academy of Digital Dentistry (EADD). He is a board-certified Diplomat in the German Society for Prosthodontics and Biomaterials (DGPro) and a member of multiple other professional organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the International College of Prosthodontists, the American College of Prosthodontists (honorary member), Academy of Osseointegration, and O.K.U. Honor Dental Society. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, Associate Editor of the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry and of Quintessence International, Section Editor for the International Journal of Prosthodontics, and serves on the editorial boards of numerous other recognized scientific dental journals. He is coauthor of the international bestseller “evolution – contemporary protocols for anterior single-tooth implants”, which has been translated on over 8 languages.

Prior to joining Penn Dental Medicine as Chairperson of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences in September 2006, Dr. Blatz was at Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry in New Orleans, where he served as Chairman of the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and Biomaterials and Assistant Dean for Clinical Research. During his tenure at LSU, Dr. Blatz also directed the Masters of Science in Oral Biology Program and was a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics. From 1994 to 1998 he was an Assistant Professor and from 1998 to 1999 a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics at Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg School of Dentistry in Freiburg, Germany.

A widely published and internationally respected lecturer, Dr. Blatz’s main focus within clinical practice and research is esthetic dentistry with an emphasis on implantology and dental materials, particularly ceramics and adhesion. Dr. Blatz is the recipient of multiple teaching and research awards and has published and lectured extensively on dental esthetics, restorative materials, and implant dentistry. He was recently named one of the “World’s Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry”.

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Dr. Bobbi Stanley began her dental practice in Cary with the goal of providing superior dental services.

Dr. Bobbi Stanley graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry in 1993 and continues to be an avid learner, attending countless hours of continuing education. She also believes providing superior dental services means using the best materials on the market with the highest technology available.

She is a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), a Diplomate in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (DICOI), and a Fellow at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). She is a Sustaining Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics (ICCMO), the International Association of Orthodontics (IAO), and is a Qualified Member of the Crown Council.

Additionally, Dr. Stanley is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Raleigh-Wake County Dental Society, the North Carolina Dental Society, the American Academy of Women Dentists (AAWD), and the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS).

Dr. Stanley is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at her alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. She is also a Board of Trustees member at her undergraduate alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. She is a Co-Founder and Senior Instructor at Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry in Cary, NC, and a Senior Instructor at the International Association of Orthodontics in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and The Facial Beauty Institute in Memphis, Tennessee. Most recently, Dr. Stanley won Entrepreneur of the Year in the Triangle Business Journal’s 2019 Women in Business Awards.

Dr. Stanley’s personal philosophy is not only to live life but also to live it to the fullest. Her motivation to be the best in her field is matched only by her desire to be a great wife and loving mother of her four children. In 2017, Dr. Bobbi completed one of her bucket list items by successfully finishing the Louisville Ironman Triathlon.

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Dr. Malament received his DDS from the NYU College of Dentistry and his specialty certificate and master’s degree from the Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry. Today, he has a full-time practice limited to prosthodontics in Boston that includes a dental laboratory with master dental technologists.

A past president of the American Board of Prosthodontics, Dr. Malament is a Clinical Professor at Tufts University and a Course Director in the Postgraduate Department of Prosthodontics. He is a past president of the Academy of Prosthodontics, Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics, American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, Northeastern Gnathological Society, Northeastern Prosthodontic Society, and the American Academy of Dental Science. He has also served as the Secretary and Director of the American College of Prosthodontists and Secretary-Treasurer of the International College of Prosthodontists.

Dr. Malament has been the recipient of significant awards in prosthodontics, including the American College of Prosthodontists’ Clinician / Researcher Award, the Daniel F. Gordon Award for Lifetime Achievement, the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics’ George Moulton Award for Outstanding Achievement, the Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics’ Distinguished Lecturer Award, the Schweitzer Award, and the John McLean Lecture Award from the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He was also the first to receive the Frank V. Celenza Memorial Award from the Northeastern Gnathological Society.

Dr. Malament was on the research teams for two different well-known ceramic products and developed instrumentation still used in clinical practice. Today, he is a consultant to three journals and has published significantly in dental literature. He is an in-demand speaker and is often asked to lecture about prosthodontic issues concerning ceramics, dental implants, and periodontics.

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Dr. Walter Renne is the founder of the MOD Institute and leads all learning, innovation and research initiatives at the organization. He is a recognized global key opinion leader for renowned dental technology companies including Planmeca and Ivoclar Vivadent. He also previously served as a Professor and Assistant Dean of Innovation and Digital Dentistry at the Medical University of South Carolina. As the assistant director for the digital dentistry residency program, he has won several national and regional awards for his efforts both pre-clinically and clinically. He is also an active dental researcher and has published over 30 studies on scan and milling accuracy using various systems. Dr. Renne also has several patents including a patent for a platform of long-term antimicrobial dental materials.

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Sam Alawie completed his Master Dental Technician degree in Brussels, Belgium in 1994. He migrated to the United States in 2003 and opened his own full service dental laboratory in Beverly Hills, California. Sam is well versed on the importance of technical clinical communications and their implementations for successful case planning and patient satisfaction. He is a keen and avid supporter and member of many study groups. He instructed various hands-on crown and bridge courses and hosted presentations throughout Europe and the United States.

In 2012, Sam opened a state-of-the-art educational facility, Oral Design Beverly Hills which offers a spacious venue where dental professionals and students can come together to advance their knowledge, practice their craft, and exchange ideas; offering a wide range of training programs, study groups, and continuing education courses, including advanced classes with world renowned dental specialists.

In 2020 Mr. Willi Geller of the Oral Design Foundation based in Switzerland invited Sam to be an active member of the Oral Design Family.

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Dr. Walter Renne is the founder of the MOD Institute and leads all learning, innovation and research initiatives at the organization. He is a recognized global key opinion leader for renowned dental technology companies including Planmeca and Ivoclar Vivadent. He also previously served as a Professor and Assistant Dean of Innovation and Digital Dentistry at the Medical University of South Carolina. As the assistant director for the digital dentistry residency program, he has won several national and regional awards for his efforts both pre-clinically and clinically. He is also an active dental researcher and has published over 30 studies on scan and milling accuracy using various systems. Dr. Renne also has several patents including a patent for a platform of long-term antimicrobial dental materials.

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About Dr. Vanessa Cavalli Gobbo

Bachelor (DDS) in Dentistry from the University of Campinas (1999), MSc (2003), Specialist in Operative Dentistry (2003), PhD (2007) and Post-Doctorate in Dental Clinics (2014), at Piracicaba Dental School, University of Campinas. Developed part of the PhD research at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (2006), and participated in the Post-Graduation Program of the University of Taubaté (2007-2011) and was a faculty at São Leopoldo Mandic Dental Research Center (2014-2016). In 2016, began the activities as a faculty, in the Department of Restorative Dentistry, Piracicaba Dental School (Unicamp). The research areas include the following topics: dental bleaching and its effect on the enamel and dentin; penetration of bleaching agents in the pulp chamber and analysis and performance of direct and indirect restorative materials. Has experience in mechanical testing, chemical and morphological analysis. (Source: Lattes Curriculum)

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Sam Alawie completed his Master Dental Technician degree in Brussels, Belgium in 1994. He migrated to the United States in 2003 and opened his own full service dental laboratory in Beverly Hills, California. Sam is well versed on the importance of technical clinical communications and their implementations for successful case planning and patient satisfaction. He is a keen and avid supporter and member of many study groups. He instructed various hands-on crown and bridge courses and hosted presentations throughout Europe and the United States.

In 2012, Sam opened a state-of-the-art educational facility, Oral Design Beverly Hills which offers a spacious venue where dental professionals and students can come together to advance their knowledge, practice their craft, and exchange ideas; offering a wide range of training programs, study groups, and continuing education courses, including advanced classes with world renowned dental specialists.

In 2020 Mr. Willi Geller of the Oral Design Foundation based in Switzerland invited Sam to be an active member of the Oral Design Family.

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Dr. Richard Niederman is professor and chair, Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion at New York University College of Dentistry, and Co-Director of the World Health Organization Collaborating Center for Quality-improvement, Evidence-based Dentistry (QED).

He graduated magna cum laude in 1976 from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine where he also received his periodontal specialty training. He received certificate training in Evidence-Based Medicine at Oxford University in 1996.

He is the founding USA editor of the journal Evidence-Based Dentistry; co-author of the book Evidence-based Dentistry, and author of more than 100 peer reviewed scientific articles.

NIH, PCORI, CMS, and foundations support his current work in urban New York and rural New Hampshire, and his prior work in urban Boston, and rural Colorado, Hawaii, Kansas, and Maine. He has also collaborated on programs in Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia.

His work, over the last 15 years, focuses on creation, dissemination and implementation of community-based caries prevention programs. This now has evolved to a program of SAFE Dentistry (Safe Aerosol Free Emergent Dentistry). These bring primary and secondary preventive care to people, rather than people to care.

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In the corridors of academia, Jed Best, DDS, MS (ADL ’72, DEN ’79) has emerged as a luminary whose passion for science and technology has remained steadfast, guiding his path through the ever-evolving landscape of dentistry. Armed with a BA in psychology from CWRU, Dr. Best was pursuing PhD programs in neuroscience when CWRU extended an invitation to its dental school, altering the trajectory of his journey. Yet, even amidst the transition, his dedication to the pursuit of knowledge remained unwavering and he has emerged as an authority in the world of dental technology and materials. Most recently, Dr. Best was interviewed in the March 2024 issue of Inside Dentistry regarding the benefits of glass ionomer over other dental restorative materials.

After earning his Master of Science in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Minnesota, Dr. Best turned down a faculty position at CWRU to follow his then girlfriend and now wife, Wendy Freedman, Esq. (WRC ’73) to her work in New York City. Since then, Dr. Best has been a part-time faculty member at Columbia University for 45 years and served as the pediatric dentist at Sloan Kettering for 12 years where he specialized in treating bone marrow transplant patients. Dr. Best ran his own pediatric practice for 41 years and has served as a past OCE examiner for the American Board. Presently, Dr. Best is one of the section editors of the Journal of Pediatric Dentistry and holds academic appointments at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. At the invitation of Dr. Gerald Ferretti, Dr. Best has also been serving his alma mater as a Clinical Professor at Case Western Reserve School of Dental Medicine since 2011.

Dr. Best is board certified in Pediatric Dentistry and is a Past President of the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and Past Chairman of the Foundation of the College of Diplomates. His multifaceted contributions to the field have earned him recognition as a Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and both the International and American College of Dentists.

Amidst the achievements, Dr. Best remains grounded, attributing his success to the mentors and peers who shaped his journey. He expresses gratitude to former Dean Thomas DeMarco, Dr. John Gerstenmaier, Dr. Larry Fox and of course, current Dean Dr. Kenneth Chance. As a student, Dr. Best said he was always able to talk to the Dean and other department chairs whenever he needed to, and the Dean and the school supported his effort to attempt both a masters in biomedical engineering and a doctor of dental surgery degree at the same time.

Dr. Best’s commitment to giving back to his alma mater echoes the spirit of gratitude and camaraderie that defined his formative years. Dr. Best says of his class, “We had so much fun in dental school. That’s why I come back to teach and support the school. I don’t think students at other schools had as much fun. And I always feel appreciated here.”

In addition to Dr. Best’s expertise in glass ionomers, he has much to share about the use of AI in caries diagnosis, the dangers of blue light, and the potential hazards of air-powered instruments. In the labyrinth of innovation, Dr. Best has become a well regarded and sought after mentor and coach guiding the next generation of dental professionals.

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Dr. John O. Burgess is a graduate of Emory University School of Dentistry. He received his M.S. in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, Texas, completed a one year General Practice Residency and a two year General Dentistry Residency. Currently Dr. Burgess is the assistant Dean for Clinical Research at the University of Alabama at Birmingham as well as Director of the Graduate Biomaterials Program. He has served as a military consultant in general dentistry to the Air Force Surgeon General. He received certification from the American Board of Dentistry and is a diplomat of the Federal Services Board of General Dentistry. He is a member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, The Academy of Restorative Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the American and International Association for Dental Research, and the Academy of Operative Dentistry. Dr. Burgess is a fellow of the Academy of Dental Materials and the American College of Dentists. A prolific researcher, Dr. Burgess has authored more than 400 articles, abstracts and textbook chapters and currently receives research funding from federal and industry sources. He is a reviewer for four dental journals and is a member of the advisory board for the Dental Advisor and the Editorial Board for Inside Dentistry. He is a past chair of the Biomaterials Section of the American Association for Dental Schools and has served on the Executive Board for the American Association for Dental Research. Currently he is a member of the American Dental Associationâs Council on Scientific Affairs and a member of two ADA committees for specification development for materials and devices. He is active in clinical evaluations of dental materials and is an investigator on clinical protocols evaluating adhesives, ceramic restoratives, fluoride releasing materials, low shrinkage posterior composites and impression materials. Dr. Burgess lectures extensively nationally and internationally and has presented more than 900 continuing education courses. Dr. Burgess is married to a wonderful lady, Patricia. They now reside in Birmingham, AL.

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Dr. John O. Burgess is a graduate of Emory University School of Dentistry. He received his M.S. in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, Texas, completed a one year General Practice Residency and a two year General Dentistry Residency. Currently Dr. Burgess is the assistant Dean for Clinical Research at the University of Alabama at Birmingham as well as Director of the Graduate Biomaterials Program. He has served as a military consultant in general dentistry to the Air Force Surgeon General. He received certification from the American Board of Dentistry and is a diplomat of the Federal Services Board of General Dentistry. He is a member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, The Academy of Restorative Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the American and International Association for Dental Research, and the Academy of Operative Dentistry. Dr. Burgess is a fellow of the Academy of Dental Materials and the American College of Dentists. A prolific researcher, Dr. Burgess has authored more than 400 articles, abstracts and textbook chapters and currently receives research funding from federal and industry sources. He is a reviewer for four dental journals and is a member of the advisory board for the Dental Advisor and the Editorial Board for Inside Dentistry. He is a past chair of the Biomaterials Section of the American Association for Dental Schools and has served on the Executive Board for the American Association for Dental Research. Currently he is a member of the American Dental Associationâs Council on Scientific Affairs and a member of two ADA committees for specification development for materials and devices. He is active in clinical evaluations of dental materials and is an investigator on clinical protocols evaluating adhesives, ceramic restoratives, fluoride releasing materials, low shrinkage posterior composites and impression materials. Dr. Burgess lectures extensively nationally and internationally and has presented more than 900 continuing education courses. Dr. Burgess is married to a wonderful lady, Patricia. They now reside in Birmingham, AL.

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Dr. Stephanie Tran is an endodontist who is passionate about endodontic education and helping patients relieve their dental pain while helping them maintain their teeth. Born in Connecticut and raised in California, Dr. Tran completed her undergraduate studies at the University of the Pacific and went on to receive her D.D.S. at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California. To further her education in dentistry, she moved to New York to complete a General Practice Residency program at SUNY Stony Brook University Medical Center, where she became experienced in managing advanced dental cases, trauma, and complex surgeries.

After several years building her comprehensive dentistry background as a general dentist, Dr. Tran then decided to pursue her passion for endodontics. She completed her post-graduate endodontics specialty residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, where she served as Chief Resident of the program.

She is an experienced clinician who is trained in contemporary advanced endodontic techniques, microscopic surgical and nonsurgical endodontic treatment, and management of traumatic injuries. Dr. Tran provides endodontic treatment for both adults and pediatric patients in private practice, serving the New York City and Long Island, NY regions to help patients treat dental disease and save their teeth.

She is also passionate about endodontic education and lectures both nationally and internationally to share her enthusiasm for endodontics with other clinicians along with posting on her social media @her_holiness_the_pulp. In her free time, Dr. Tran enjoys traveling, snorkeling, exploring NYC’s many restaurants and museums, cooking, and going to the beach with her dog.

Education University of the Pacific — B. A. 2012 University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry — D. D. S. 2012 State University of New York at Stony Brook — Certificate of General Practice Residency, 2013 University of Tennessee Health Science Center: College of Dentistry — Certificate of Endodontics

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Qualified at the Royal London Hospital in 1995; achieving a number of awards including The Constance Klein Memorial, The Stafford Millar, and The Malcolm Jenkins Scholarships, The American Association of Endodontics Prize and the Overall Award for Clinical Dentistry. After spending 3 years in oral surgery residency in London and a further year practicing restorative dentistry in London’s Harley Street Medical District, he relocated to Cornwall in the extreme southwest of England. Jason practices at Revitalise, Cornwall, UK where his main focus is microscope enhanced adhesive dentistry. His specific interest is direct composite resin artistry and minimally invasive all ceramic restorations and he has presented to dentists locally, nationally and internationally (USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South East Asia and Europe) on this topic. He has given hands on programs in the UK, Europe, Asia, and North America on behalf of GC, Ivoclar, Kerr, Kulzer, Optident, Micerium, Carl Zeiss, Zumax, Global, Velopex and Triodent. He is a European “Key Opinion Leader” for Kulzer and is a member of the European Prosthodontic Advisory Board for GC Europe. Jason is Resident Faculty at The Centre for Esthetic Excellence, Chicago, USA. He is an Accredited International Trainer for Carl Zeiss Dental Academy. Jason is the only European Resident Faculty at Spear Education AZ USA, where he is an instructor in The Composite Program. Jason has achieved Diplomat Status in Restorative Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons (England). He is on the Editorial Board of The Russian Journal of Esthetic Dentistry and has published numerous peer-reviewed articles on adhesive and aesthetic dentistry in both the UK and abroad. He is joint author of “Vertical Margin Finish Lines In Fixed Prosthodontics”

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Dr. Kokich Jr. received his dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1996 and completed a general practice residency at the University of Washington Medical Center in 1997. He remained at the University of Washington for his orthodontic training where he obtained his Masters in Orthodontics in 1999. Since then he has remained on faculty in the Department of Orthodontics as an Affiliate Assistant Professor while maintaining a private practice in Tacoma, Washington. He has received the Charles L. Pincus Research Award for Clinical Research from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and his current research and publications are primarily involved with esthetic, interdisciplinary dentistry. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists and a member of both the Angle Society and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He has written or co-written four book chapters as well as numerous scientific and review articles. Dr. Kokich Jr. has given over 240 lectures nationally and internationally on interdisciplinary dentistry and dental esthetics emphasizing comprehensive treatment planning and the importance of properly sequencing orthodontic, periodontal, and restorative treatment.

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Dr. Corky Willhite has had a special interest in Cosmetic Dentistry since this rapidly progressing field was first being recognized. After graduating from the LSU School of Dentistry in 1979, he continued his education, taking time out of his private practice with a goal-to provide state-of-the-art cosmetic dental care. A growing reputation for excellence led to his being asked to share his expertise with colleagues. Now he lectures frequently to dental professionals across the country and internationally..

Professional Organizations and Continuing Education Dr. Willhite is also very active in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and received his Accreditation in 1991. The AACD is the largest organization dedicated to Cosmetic Dentistry in the world. In 1997, he was proud to become a Fellow, one of only about 50 out of over 7,000 academy members. He is also a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry and has served as a chair for many committees and as a board member and an officer of various dental associations. Being active in these organizations, as well as teaching other dentists through lectures and hands-on courses, keeps Dr. Willhite up-to-date on the latest developments in dentistry.

Dedicated to Making You Smile As part of his commitment to providing the highest quality dentistry, he expanded to his present location at 111 Veterans Boulevard in the Heritage Plaza Building. This office reflects his belief that everything about your dental care should be the best it can be with a dedicated staff, comfortable surroundings, and the latest improvements-all to assure that you are happy with how you are treated and with the quality and aesthetics of your dental care.

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Specialty Orofacial Pain Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain

Practicing since 1990

Education Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Costa Rica, 1989 Specialty Certificate in Orofacial Pain, University of California, Los Angeles, 1998 Master of Education, Latin University, 2005

Professional memberships American Academy of Orofacial Pain International Association for the Study of Pain American Headache Society American Dental Education Association

Dr. Padilla's Publications

• Repurposing lectures and reviews into educational blogs J Dent Educ. 2023 06; 87 Suppl 1:895-896. . View in PubMed
• Temporomandibular joint findings in CBCT images: A retrospective study Cranio. 2021 Dec 11; 1-6. . View in PubMed
• Deploying a curated glossary: An orofacial pain wiki J Dent Educ. 2021 Dec; 85 Suppl 3:2016-2017. . View in PubMed
• Efficacy of cannabis-based medications compared to placebo for the treatment of chronic neuropathic pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis J Dent Anesth Pain Med. 2021 Dec; 21(6):479-506. . View in PubMed
• Efficacy of medications in adult patients with trigeminal neuralgia compared to placebo intervention: a systematic review with meta-analyses J Dent Anesth Pain Med. 2021 Oct; 21(5):379-396. . View in PubMed
• Efficacy of topical interventions for temporomandibular disorders compared to placebo or control therapy: a systematic review with meta-analysis J Dent Anesth Pain Med. 2020 Dec; 20(6):337-356. . View in PubMed
• Trigeminal neuralgia management after microvascular decompression surgery: two case reports J Dent Anesth Pain Med. 2020 Dec; 20(6):403-408. . View in PubMed
• Clinical skills evaluation and examination center: From demos to competence validation J Dent Educ. 2020 Oct 02. . View in PubMed
• A modern web-based virtual learning environment for use in dental education J Dent Educ. 2020 Sep 11. . View in PubMed
• Efficacy of Antidepressants in the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Compared to PlaceboA Systematic Review with Meta-Analyses. Sleep Breath. 2020 Jun; 24(2):443-453. . View in PubMed
• Effects of respiratory muscle therapy on obstructive sleep apnea: a systematic review and meta-analysis J Clin Sleep Med. 2020 05 15; 16(5):785-801. . View in PubMed
• Empathy Levels of Dental Faculty and Students: A Survey Study at an Academic Dental Institution in Chile J Dent Educ. 2019 Oct; 83(10):1134-1141. . View in PubMed
• Prevalence of trismus in patients with head and neck cancer: A systematic review with meta-analysis Head Neck. 2019 09; 41(9):3408-3421. . View in PubMed
• Local Anesthetic Injections for the Short-Term Treatment of Head and Neck Myofascial Pain Syndrome: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis J Oral Facial Pain Headache. 2019; 33(2):183–198. . View in PubMed
• Use of platelet-rich plasma, platelet-rich growth factor with arthrocentesis or arthroscopy to treat temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis: Systematic review with meta-analysesJ Am Dent Assoc. 2018 Nov; 149(11):940-952. e2. . View in PubMed
• Chilean Dentistry students, levels of empathy and empathic erosion: Necessary evaluation before a planned intervention: Levels of empathy, evaluation and intervention Saudi Dent J. 2018 Apr; 30(2):117-124. . View in PubMed
• Effects of CPAP and mandibular advancement device treatment in obstructive sleep apnea patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Sleep Breath. 2018 09; 22(3):555-568. . View in PubMed
• Effectiveness of Intra-Articular Injections of Sodium Hyaluronate or Corticosteroids for Intracapsular Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis J Oral Facial Pain Headache. 2018 Winter; 32(1):53–66. . View in PubMed
• Reconsidering the ‘Decline’ of Dental Student Empathy within the Course in Latin America Acta Med Port. 2017 Nov 29; 30(11):775-782. . View in PubMed
• Medication Treatment Efficacy and Chronic Orofacial Pain Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am. 2016 Aug; 28(3):409-21. . View in PubMed

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Dr. Dennis Hartlieb is a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry and maintains a full-time practice committed to cosmetic and restorative dentistry in the Chicago suburb of Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Hartlieb is an instructor at the Center for Esthetic Excellence in Chicago and was formerly an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Marquette University School of Dentistry in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Hartlieb has authored numerous articles on restorative and esthetic dental techniques.

Dr. Hartlieb is an Accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AAACD), a member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (AAED), the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry (AARD), the American Dental Association, the American College of Dentists, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. He is the founder of Dental Online Training (DOT), an online hands-on training program for dentists, dental auxiliaries, and dental students. Dr. Hartlieb is also an examiner for the AACD Accreditation process.

Rhodri Thomas, BDS, graduated with Honors from Cardiff University. His background as an artist spurred his love of aesthetic dentistry, and he now dedicates his work towards truly blending dentistry into nature with his clinical focus on advanced aesthetic restorative dentistry.

An internationally renowned educator and multi-award-winning dentist, Rhodri lectures and teaches around the world on the subject of aesthetics, presenting at conferences, running private courses, and publishing articles in leading dental magazines. Recently Rhodri has been teaching in Chicago, New York, Florida, London, Montreal, and Sweden.

He was the winner of the British Society of Prosthodontics Heraeus Kulzer Prize for his research on tooth wear, pioneered a new resin layering technique, and is also the author of a book based purely on resin artistry. Rhodri has been the youngest speaker for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, a published author for the prestigious Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, and has received a record-breaking six consecutive national awards.

Passionate about teaching and sharing with other dental professionals, Rhodri is honored to be Resident Faculty at both The Center for Esthetic Excellence in Chicago and Stribe Dental in New York. He is also the founder and director of The Art of Dentistry, a series of unique international training programs and aesthetic-based courses for dentists. He believes every clinician has a natural creative ability inside of them and enjoys nothing more than helping to ignite it.

Dr. Michelle Lee is very proud to provide all aspects of comprehensive dentistry which includes Restorative, Cosmetic, TMD, and Sleep Apnea treatment to the Fleetwood and Berks county areas. She is passionate about providing excellent patient centered, comprehensive dentistry to her patients, and strives to provide gentle and customized dental care. She is committed to relationship based and patient centered care. Dr. Lee is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine with a one year post graduate General Practice Residency Program at the Abington Memorial Hospital.

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Dr. McClintock is a graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine (2016), where she graduated with honors and a minor concentration in esthetics. She completed two years of General Practice Residency at Jacobi Medical Center and Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, NY.​ Dr. McClintock was one of a few dentists selected to complete a two-year cosmetic dentistry residency with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (2019-2021). During this period, she focused intensely on advanced treatment planning and comprehensive dental care in addition to achieving high-end esthetics. Dr. McClintock has a passion for learning and a desire to always provide her patients with the best, minimally invasive care. Since graduating, she has completed over 700 hours (and counting) of continuing education. Additionally, Dr. McClintock spends her free time lecturing to other dentists as well as providing mentorship to dental students all over the country.

Leading dental product manufacturers turn to Dr. Lowe (General Dentist) for advice in developing advanced cosmetic dental products.

The industry turns to Dr. Lowe as a member of the editorial advisory board for numerous industry publications such as: PPAD, Collaborations, Signature and several other dental publications, in addition to the dozens of articles he’s had published in: Dentistry Today, Contemporary Esthetics and Restorative Practice, Oral Health, Signature, and Practical Procedures and Aesthetic Dentistry (PPAD). Dr. Lowe is also a regular speaker across North America at various Dental Conferences and Dental Education Facilities.

Dr. Edward Lowe, B.Sc., D.M.D., graduated from UBC’s Faculty of Dentistry in 1986 and is a graduate of the Advanced Aesthetic programs at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. An active member of both the Canadian and American Dental Associations, and an accredited member and adjudicator of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Lowe is an Authority on the subject of Cosmetic Dentistry and leads the team at Vancouver’s Lowe Centre for Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in beautiful Downtown Vancouver, BC.

Dr. Dimple Desai stands as a distinguished leader in the realms of general and cosmetic dentistry, propelled by an unwavering commitment to delivering the utmost standard of dental care. With a solid educational foundation from the renowned University of Southern California School of Dentistry and an American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry accreditation, Dr. Desai possesses the knowledge and expertise that set her apart in her field.

Driven by an insatiable quest for excellence, her drive and passion have garnered her numerous accolades and recognition as a top-tier dentist. In 2020, she was honored as one of the nation's Top 40 Dentists Under 40, a testament to her exceptional skills and dedication. Additionally, her peers voted her as one of the Top Dentists in Orange County in 2020, 2021, and 2022, affirming her standing as a trusted professional in her community.

Dr. Desai's expertise extends beyond clinical practice, as she has also contributed as a published author in the esteemed dental magazine, "Inside Dentistry." Her article underwent rigorous peer review by top colleagues in her profession, exemplifying the caliber of her work before being selected for publication.

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Dr. Robert Stanley has been interested in dentistry since spending hours in his grandfather’s dental office in Chicago as a child. After his grandfather passed away, Dr. Stanley became interested in Engineering and pursued his Masters and Ph.D. in the field. He worked at Sony Ericsson in Research Triangle Park as a Senior Project Manager.

Since meeting his wife, Dr. Bobbi Stanley, and being involved with the growing dental practice, Dr. Robert Stanley realized that he still loved dentistry. He obtained a DDS from the University of North Carolina and joined his wife in practice. Robert Stanley’s dental acumen is a perfect complement to the practice and distinguishes Stanley Dentistry from other general dentistry practices by offering comprehensive dentistry such as oral surgery, root canals, wisdom teeth removal, and full-mouth reconstruction with dental implants.

Dr. Robert Stanley is an Adjunct Professor in the Prosthodontics Department at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry and Co-founder and Senior Instructor at Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry.

Dr. Robert Stanley is a Diplomate with the American Board of Oral Implantology (ABOI), a Diplomate with the International College of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), certified in Oral, IV, and Conscious Sedation and is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the American Dental Association (ADA), the Raleigh-Wake Dental Society, the North Carolina Dental Society, the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS) and the International Association of Comprehensive Aesthetics.

In addition, Dr. Stanley is a Smile Engineer, offering his unique background in mechanical engineering and dentistry to companies around the world as a professional consultant in biomedical engineering. Dr. Stanley is available for professional collaboration for companies to make recommendations and changes to new or existing biomedically engineered products or services.

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Dr. Robert Stanley has been interested in dentistry since spending hours in his grandfather’s dental office in Chicago as a child. After his grandfather passed away, Dr. Stanley became interested in Engineering and pursued his Masters and Ph.D. in the field. He worked at Sony Ericsson in Research Triangle Park as a Senior Project Manager.

Since meeting his wife, Dr. Bobbi Stanley, and being involved with the growing dental practice, Dr. Robert Stanley realized that he still loved dentistry. He obtained a DDS from the University of North Carolina and joined his wife in practice. Robert Stanley’s dental acumen is a perfect complement to the practice and distinguishes Stanley Dentistry from other general dentistry practices by offering comprehensive dentistry such as oral surgery, root canals, wisdom teeth removal, and full-mouth reconstruction with dental implants.

Dr. Robert Stanley is an Adjunct Professor in the Prosthodontics Department at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry and Co-founder and Senior Instructor at Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry.

Dr. Robert Stanley is a Diplomate with the American Board of Oral Implantology (ABOI), a Diplomate with the International College of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), certified in Oral, IV, and Conscious Sedation and is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the American Dental Association (ADA), the Raleigh-Wake Dental Society, the North Carolina Dental Society, the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS) and the International Association of Comprehensive Aesthetics.

In addition, Dr. Stanley is a Smile Engineer, offering his unique background in mechanical engineering and dentistry to companies around the world as a professional consultant in biomedical engineering. Dr. Stanley is available for professional collaboration for companies to make recommendations and changes to new or existing biomedically engineered products or services.

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Dr. Lotardo has earned Accredited status in the AACD—an accomplishment completed by only 405 dental professionals in the history of the association, showcasing his commitment to excellence in the dental profession. He reached this achievement after completing a rigorous credentialing process including a written examination, the submission of clinical cases for examination and an oral examination.

The success of Dr. Lotardo’s practice has afforded him the opportunity to delve into the type of dentistry he enjoys the most. He considers himself fortunate to be able to spend some time away from his practice improving his knowledge base and skill set. Dr. Lotardo has taken numerous continuous hours in implant, orthodontic and cosmetic dentistry. And today most of his time is spent only treating cases that combine these facets of care.

The AACD Accreditation process serves to set the standard for excellence in cosmetic dentistry. The process encourages further education, interaction with like-minded colleagues, and the opportunity for professional growth. Accreditation requires dedication to continuing education and responsible patient care.

Dr. LeSage practices in Beverly Hills, CA and is the founder and director of UCLA Aesthetic Continuum as well as the founder and director of the Beverly Hills Institute of Dental Esthetics. He is an Accredited Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and presided as the AACD Fellowship Chair from 2004-2013. Dr. LeSage is also a Fellow Member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and the Pre-Clinical Director of CAD/CAM at the UCLA School of Dentistry.

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J. William Robbins, D.D.S., MA., maintains a full-time private practice and is an Adjunct Clinical Professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School. He graduated from the University of Tennessee Dental School in 1973. He completed a rotating internship at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas and a 2-year General Practice Residency at the V.A. Hospital in San Diego, California. Dr. Robbins has published over 80 articles, abstracts, and chapters on a wide range of dental subjects and has lectured in the United States, Canada, Mexico, South American, Europe, Middle East and Africa. He co-authored a textbook, Fundamentals of Operative Dentistry – A Contemporary Approach, which is published by Quintessence, and is in its 4th edition. He recently co-authored a new textbook, Global Diagnosis – A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, which is also published by Quintessence. He has won several awards including the Presidential Teaching Award at the University of Texas Health Science Center, the 2002 Texas Dentist of the Year Award, the 2003 Honorary Thaddeus V. Weclew Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry, the 2010 Saul Schluger Award given by the Seattle Study Club, the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry 2015 President’s Award, and the 2016 Academy of Operative Dentistry Award of Excellence. He is a diplomat of the American Board of General Dentistry. He is past president of the American Board of General Dentistry, the Academy of Operative Dentistry, the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry.

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J. William Robbins, D.D.S., MA., maintains a full-time private practice and is an Adjunct Clinical Professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School. He graduated from the University of Tennessee Dental School in 1973. He completed a rotating internship at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas and a 2-year General Practice Residency at the V.A. Hospital in San Diego, California. Dr. Robbins has published over 80 articles, abstracts, and chapters on a wide range of dental subjects and has lectured in the United States, Canada, Mexico, South American, Europe, Middle East and Africa. He co-authored a textbook, Fundamentals of Operative Dentistry – A Contemporary Approach, which is published by Quintessence, and is in its 4th edition. He recently co-authored a new textbook, Global Diagnosis – A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, which is also published by Quintessence. He has won several awards including the Presidential Teaching Award at the University of Texas Health Science Center, the 2002 Texas Dentist of the Year Award, the 2003 Honorary Thaddeus V. Weclew Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry, the 2010 Saul Schluger Award given by the Seattle Study Club, the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry 2015 President’s Award, and the 2016 Academy of Operative Dentistry Award of Excellence. He is a diplomat of the American Board of General Dentistry. He is past president of the American Board of General Dentistry, the Academy of Operative Dentistry, the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry.

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Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz obtained a DDS degree and completed a PhD training program at the University of Granada (Spain), before moving to Ann Arbor, Michigan (USA) where he graduated with an MS degree and a Certificate in Periodontics from the University of Michigan. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Avila-Ortiz has over 10 years of experience as an educator and has worked to advance the profession in numerous institutional committees and scientific organizations. He is a former faculty member at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry and at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where he was the Phillip A. Lainson Professor and Chair of the Department of Periodontics until 2022. He currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry. He has authored more than 100 articles published in peer-reviewed journals and numerous book chapters. He is the co-author of the book TISSUES: Critical Issue in Periodontics and Implant-Related Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Quintessence Publishing 2022), which has been critically acclaimed within the profession. Dr. Avila-Ortiz is currently a Visiting Professor in the Division of Periodontics at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and a member of Atelier Dental Madrid (Spain), a center for dental excellence where he maintains a private practice limited to Periodontics and Implant Dentistry and is regularly engaged in scholarly and continuing-education activities.

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Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz obtained a DDS degree and completed a PhD training program at the University of Granada (Spain), before moving to Ann Arbor, Michigan (USA) where he graduated with an MS degree and a Certificate in Periodontics from the University of Michigan. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Avila-Ortiz has over 10 years of experience as an educator and has worked to advance the profession in numerous institutional committees and scientific organizations. He is a former faculty member at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry and at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where he was the Phillip A. Lainson Professor and Chair of the Department of Periodontics until 2022. He currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry. He has authored more than 100 articles published in peer-reviewed journals and numerous book chapters. He is the co-author of the book TISSUES: Critical Issue in Periodontics and Implant-Related Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Quintessence Publishing 2022), which has been critically acclaimed within the profession. Dr. Avila-Ortiz is currently a Visiting Professor in the Division of Periodontics at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and a member of Atelier Dental Madrid (Spain), a center for dental excellence where he maintains a private practice limited to Periodontics and Implant Dentistry and is regularly engaged in scholarly and continuing-education activities.

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Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz obtained a DDS degree and completed a PhD training program at the University of Granada (Spain), before moving to Ann Arbor, Michigan (USA) where he graduated with an MS degree and a Certificate in Periodontics from the University of Michigan. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Avila-Ortiz has over 10 years of experience as an educator and has worked to advance the profession in numerous institutional committees and scientific organizations. He is a former faculty member at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry and at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where he was the Phillip A. Lainson Professor and Chair of the Department of Periodontics until 2022. He currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry. He has authored more than 100 articles published in peer-reviewed journals and numerous book chapters. He is the co-author of the book TISSUES: Critical Issue in Periodontics and Implant-Related Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Quintessence Publishing 2022), which has been critically acclaimed within the profession. Dr. Avila-Ortiz is currently a Visiting Professor in the Division of Periodontics at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and a member of Atelier Dental Madrid (Spain), a center for dental excellence where he maintains a private practice limited to Periodontics and Implant Dentistry and is regularly engaged in scholarly and continuing-education activities.

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Dr. Dichter brings nearly 20 years of clinical, research and teaching experience — as a general practitioner and prosthodontist — to his position with Spear. He serves as an instructor in the Treating the Terminal Dentition and Fully Edentulous Patient seminar, in addition to multiple Spear Workshops.

Dr. Dichter has served as a guest lecturer and clinical instructor at Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry, teaching occlusion and esthetics. He has been a Spear faculty member since the company’s inception, as well as a contributing author for Spear Digest. He is passionate about education and is involved with multiple study groups in the U.S. and Canada.

After earning his D.M.D. from OHSU in 1995, Dr. Dichter practiced general dentistry and eventually joined a startup practice in his hometown in coastal Oregon before moving to a practice in Portland. He brought 16 years of restorative dental experience into UCLA’s world-renowned, full-time advanced prosthodontics residency, which he completed in 2014.

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Dr. Dichter brings nearly 20 years of clinical, research and teaching experience — as a general practitioner and prosthodontist — to his position with Spear. He serves as an instructor in the Treating the Terminal Dentition and Fully Edentulous Patient seminar, in addition to multiple Spear Workshops.

Dr. Dichter has served as a guest lecturer and clinical instructor at Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry, teaching occlusion and esthetics. He has been a Spear faculty member since the company’s inception, as well as a contributing author for Spear Digest. He is passionate about education and is involved with multiple study groups in the U.S. and Canada.

After earning his D.M.D. from OHSU in 1995, Dr. Dichter practiced general dentistry and eventually joined a startup practice in his hometown in coastal Oregon before moving to a practice in Portland. He brought 16 years of restorative dental experience into UCLA’s world-renowned, full-time advanced prosthodontics residency, which he completed in 2014.

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About Dr. Lim: "I’m a dentist with a special interest in helping children overcome challenges with infant feeding, swallowing, breathing, chewing, and speech. I do this through a collaborative team approach to tongue tie management, and promoting good oral function and good jaw development. When oral function and jaw development is off track in childhood, it affects the way our airway develops and works, and the way we breathe, sleep and grow.

Getting to the root of poor oral function and jaw development when there are functional problems, ultimately promotes better airway health, breathing, and sleep, which in turn unlocks greater health and wellness for life.

Most of what I do today was not taught to me in dental school, and it came from learning from many different perspectives, and world leading experts in their fields. Follow my journey connecting dots, to offer a holistic and integrative team approach to care, and my commitment to advancing collaboration between professions to serve patients beyond Sparkle better."

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I’m a dentist with a special interest in helping children overcome challenges with infant feeding, swallowing, breathing, chewing, and speech. I do this through a collaborative team approach to tongue tie management, and promoting good oral function and good jaw development. When oral function and jaw development is off track in childhood, it affects the way our airway develops and works, and the way we breathe, sleep and grow.

Getting to the root of poor oral function and jaw development when there are functional problems, ultimately promotes better airway health, breathing, and sleep, which in turn unlocks greater health and wellness for life.

Most of what I do today was not taught to me in dental school, and it came from learning from many different perspectives, and world leading experts in their fields. Follow my journey connecting dots, to offer a holistic and integrative team approach to care, and my commitment to advancing collaboration between professions to serve patients beyond Sparkle better.

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Todd Schoenbaum is Professor (full) at the Dental College of Georgia where he trains residents and students in implant restorations and clinical research. He serves as the DCG Coordinator for Clinical Implant Education and Related Research.

He has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers, 8 chapters, and 2 textbooks on implant dentistry. He is the recipient of the scientific writing award from the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. He is Editor-in-Chief of the open-access journal "Dentistry Review", published by Elsevier. He has a master’s in clinical research from the UCLA School of Medicine and a Fellowship from the Academy of Osseointegration. He is a member in many prestigious organizations including: American College of Dentists, American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics. Dr. Schoenbaum has been invited to present his clinical and scientific work at over 100 conferences worldwide. His clinical practice is limited to fixed implant restorations.

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Todd Schoenbaum is Professor (full) at the Dental College of Georgia where he trains residents and students in implant restorations and clinical research. He serves as the DCG Coordinator for Clinical Implant Education and Related Research.

He has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers, 8 chapters, and 2 textbooks on implant dentistry. He is the recipient of the scientific writing award from the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. He is Editor-in-Chief of the open-access journal "Dentistry Review", published by Elsevier. He has a master’s in clinical research from the UCLA School of Medicine and a Fellowship from the Academy of Osseointegration. He is a member in many prestigious organizations including: American College of Dentists, American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics. Dr. Schoenbaum has been invited to present his clinical and scientific work at over 100 conferences worldwide. His clinical practice is limited to fixed implant restorations.

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Born on 10th of August 1974 in Alessandria, Italy. Graduated in Dental School at Genoa University as DDS in 1999. ADHESTHETICS founder. EAED (European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry) Active Member since 2006. AIC (Italian Academy of Conservative) Active Member since 2007. Vice-president from 2016 to 2019. President elect for the biennium 2023-2024. SCAD (Society for Color and Appearance in Dentistry) Regional Councilor for Europe of for the biennium 2013/14 and 2015/16. Secretary for biennium 2017-2018. President elect for the biennium 2022-2023. Member of the Editorial Board of IJED (International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry) since 2010. AARD (American Academy of Restorative Dentistry) Member since 2014. DSD (Digital Smile Design) Master since 2013. International speaker at dental congresses and courses in more than thirty Countries. Other informations: National President of AISO (Italian Association of Dental Students) in 1997-99. Trainer at the Dr. Massironi Prosthodontics Annual Master Course from 2004 to 2018. Co-author of several Italian and International scientific publications including the book on Prosthodontics “Precision in Dental Esthetics” by D. Massironi, R. Pascetta, and G. Romeo published in 2004. Active and Founder Member of MSC (Massironi Study Club) from 2007 to 2018. Active and Founder Member of GICC (Interdisciplinar Gymnasium CAD CAM) from 2007 to 2016. Visiting Professor in Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry in different Universities: Genoa University (IT), University of Pisa (IT), Insubria University of Varese (IT), Alma Mater University of Bologna (IT), Dental School of Torino (IT), CEU University San Pablo of Madrid (ES), University of Almeria (ES), Universidad Europea de Madrid (ES), New York University (USA), University of Washington in Seattle (USA). Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences in the Associated Faculty of the School of Dental Medicine of the Upenn University in Philadelphia since January 2020 until July 2025. IAED (Italian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry) Active Member since 2011. IAAD (International Academy for Adhesive Dentistry) Member since 2013. Dental practice in Alessandria, focusing in Operative Dentistry and Prosthodontics.

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Born on 10th of August 1974 in Alessandria, Italy. Graduated in Dental School at Genoa University as DDS in 1999. ADHESTHETICS founder. EAED (European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry) Active Member since 2006. AIC (Italian Academy of Conservative) Active Member since 2007. Vice-president from 2016 to 2019. President elect for the biennium 2023-2024. SCAD (Society for Color and Appearance in Dentistry) Regional Councilor for Europe of for the biennium 2013/14 and 2015/16. Secretary for biennium 2017-2018. President elect for the biennium 2022-2023. Member of the Editorial Board of IJED (International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry) since 2010. AARD (American Academy of Restorative Dentistry) Member since 2014. DSD (Digital Smile Design) Master since 2013. International speaker at dental congresses and courses in more than thirty Countries. Other informations: National President of AISO (Italian Association of Dental Students) in 1997-99. Trainer at the Dr. Massironi Prosthodontics Annual Master Course from 2004 to 2018. Co-author of several Italian and International scientific publications including the book on Prosthodontics “Precision in Dental Esthetics” by D. Massironi, R. Pascetta, and G. Romeo published in 2004. Active and Founder Member of MSC (Massironi Study Club) from 2007 to 2018. Active and Founder Member of GICC (Interdisciplinar Gymnasium CAD CAM) from 2007 to 2016. Visiting Professor in Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry in different Universities: Genoa University (IT), University of Pisa (IT), Insubria University of Varese (IT), Alma Mater University of Bologna (IT), Dental School of Torino (IT), CEU University San Pablo of Madrid (ES), University of Almeria (ES), Universidad Europea de Madrid (ES), New York University (USA), University of Washington in Seattle (USA). Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences in the Associated Faculty of the School of Dental Medicine of the Upenn University in Philadelphia since January 2020 until July 2025. IAED (Italian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry) Active Member since 2011. IAAD (International Academy for Adhesive Dentistry) Member since 2013. Dental practice in Alessandria, focusing in Operative Dentistry and Prosthodontics.

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Tim Wright served as chair of the pediatric dentistry program. He has published over 200 peer reviewed manuscripts, edited two texts and authored 24 text chapters. Wright’s research interests include human genetics and craniofacial development and he has had over 25 years of NIH funding. He has chaired the Council for Scientific Affairs for the American Dental Association and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and is the current President of the American Association for Dental Research.

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Tim Wright served as chair of the pediatric dentistry program. He has published over 200 peer reviewed manuscripts, edited two texts and authored 24 text chapters. Wright’s research interests include human genetics and craniofacial development and he has had over 25 years of NIH funding. He has chaired the Council for Scientific Affairs for the American Dental Association and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and is the current President of the American Association for Dental Research.

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Dr. Morr, a dentist in Miami Florida is the owner and founder of TMprosthodontics. He is a specialist in Aesthetic, Implant, and Complex Restorative Dentistry. After Graduating from the University of Florida with a BS degree in microbiology, he continued his education at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a DMD degree. He went on to study at the University of Washington School of Dentistry where he received his Masters in the Science of Dentistry degree (MSD) and a certificate in Prosthodontics. Dr. Morr has over 24 years of experience in prosthodontics, the diagnosis and treatment of the deterioration of teeth and their supporting structures. He is known for his Comprehensive treatment Approach as he formulates and executes treatment plans that address not only the mouth, but also the face and jaw. Dr. morr has numerous publications in both textbooks and articles in the areas of Aesthetics, Porcelain Laminate Veneers, Dental mplants, and Complex Restorative Dentistry and Rehabilitation. Dr. Morr is a highly regarded speaker and Educator both Nationally and Internationally and he is considered a leader in the field and highly regarded for his contribution to the field of dentistry.

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Dr. Morr, a dentist in Miami Florida is the owner and founder of TMprosthodontics. He is a specialist in Aesthetic, Implant, and Complex Restorative Dentistry. After Graduating from the University of Florida with a BS degree in microbiology, he continued his education at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a DMD degree. He went on to study at the University of Washington School of Dentistry where he received his Masters in the Science of Dentistry degree (MSD) and a certificate in Prosthodontics. Dr. Morr has over 24 years of experience in prosthodontics, the diagnosis and treatment of the deterioration of teeth and their supporting structures. He is known for his Comprehensive treatment Approach as he formulates and executes treatment plans that address not only the mouth, but also the face and jaw. Dr. morr has numerous publications in both textbooks and articles in the areas of Aesthetics, Porcelain Laminate Veneers, Dental mplants, and Complex Restorative Dentistry and Rehabilitation. Dr. Morr is a highly regarded speaker and Educator both Nationally and Internationally and he is considered a leader in the field and highly regarded for his contribution to the field of dentistry.

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Mark A. Latta, D.M.D., M.S., professor of general dentistry,served as dean of the School of Dentistry from 2011 to 2021. Prior to the dean’s appointment, he served as the Associate Dean for Research at Creighton University School of Dentistry since 1995. He personally has been awarded more than 140 research grants on prosthetic dental restorative materials, adhesives and bonding and dental material clinical trials. A speaker and lecturer of international renown, he has published more than 85 manuscripts and more than 200 abstracts and presented at numerous state and national dental association meetings and throughout the world. Prior to joining Creighton, Latta served as director of Research and Development for the Trubyte Division of Dentsply International, York, PA. During his industrial career he contributed to or was responsible for more than 20 new dental product introductions and is an inventor or co-inventor of numerous patents. He earned his dental degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1983, and his master’s degree in oral biology from the University of Maryland Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1995. He also spent one year in hospital general practice residency at York Hospital, York, PA. Dr. Latta, a Fellow in the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists is also a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national honorary dental society. He has also served as president of the Dental Materials Group and the International Association for Dental Research.

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Mark A. Latta, D.M.D., M.S., professor of general dentistry,served as dean of the School of Dentistry from 2011 to 2021. Prior to the dean’s appointment, he served as the Associate Dean for Research at Creighton University School of Dentistry since 1995. He personally has been awarded more than 140 research grants on prosthetic dental restorative materials, adhesives and bonding and dental material clinical trials. A speaker and lecturer of international renown, he has published more than 85 manuscripts and more than 200 abstracts and presented at numerous state and national dental association meetings and throughout the world. Prior to joining Creighton, Latta served as director of Research and Development for the Trubyte Division of Dentsply International, York, PA. During his industrial career he contributed to or was responsible for more than 20 new dental product introductions and is an inventor or co-inventor of numerous patents. He earned his dental degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1983, and his master’s degree in oral biology from the University of Maryland Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1995. He also spent one year in hospital general practice residency at York Hospital, York, PA. Dr. Latta, a Fellow in the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists is also a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national honorary dental society. He has also served as president of the Dental Materials Group and the International Association for Dental Research.

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Dr. Bakeman is included in an elite group of less than 300 dentists worldwide who are Accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). In fact, she is one of 50 dentists worldwide and the first dentist in Michigan to have achieved the distinction of being an Accredited Fellow in the AACD.

Any skilled teacher will tell you that one of the best ways to learn is to teach others. Dr. Bakeman applies this philosophy to her own career by continuing her education so that she is best equipped to educate others in her profession. Currently considered a master in her field by her peers, she is the consummate teacher. Whether she’s teaching colleagues to achieve excellence in cosmetic dentistry or providing clinical experience for their development, both her peers and her patients benefit from her expertise. In fact, as a motivator, coach, and leader, she sparks intellect and makes a profound difference in the lives that she inspires.

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Dr. Bakeman is included in an elite group of less than 300 dentists worldwide who are Accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). In fact, she is one of 50 dentists worldwide and the first dentist in Michigan to have achieved the distinction of being an Accredited Fellow in the AACD.

Any skilled teacher will tell you that one of the best ways to learn is to teach others. Dr. Bakeman applies this philosophy to her own career by continuing her education so that she is best equipped to educate others in her profession. Currently considered a master in her field by her peers, she is the consummate teacher. Whether she’s teaching colleagues to achieve excellence in cosmetic dentistry or providing clinical experience for their development, both her peers and her patients benefit from her expertise. In fact, as a motivator, coach, and leader, she sparks intellect and makes a profound difference in the lives that she inspires.

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Dr. Bill Strupp was the inaugural speaker at the AACD founding meeting in 1984. Dr. Strupp is an Accredited Fellow with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry®, one of only 88 people with an AACD fellowship in the world. Fellowship is the highest level of achievement recognized by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. The status of accredited fellow of the AACD is granted after completion of all requirements.This office is the only dental office in the world that has two fellowship members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry®.

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James Otten, DDS

• Bachelor of Science in Zoology & Minor in Microbiology University of Arkansas 1977
• Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry 1981
• General Practice and Hospital Dentistry Residency-Certificate, Veterans Administration Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas 1982
• Center for Advanced Dental Studies, St Petersburg FL, Completion of Curriculum in Advanced Restorative Care and the Evaluation, Diagnosis and Treatment of Occlusal and Temporomandibular Disorders 1989-1993
• The Pankey Institute, Key Biscayne FL, Completion of Curriculum, Continuum I-VI plus Advanced Studies, 1991- present
• Piper Education and Research Center, St Petersburg FL, Seminars I-III, Advanced Diagnosis, Management and Treatment of TM Disorders, 1994-2013
• Other: Compiled over 3500 hours of Continuing Education in the study of Occlusion, TM Disorders, Facial Pain, Esthetics, Invisalign Certification, Implant and Prosthodontic Restorative care.
• Associate Professor Prosthodontics University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry 1982-83
• Fellow, American College of Dentists
• Visiting Faculty, L.D. Pankey Institute -1996-current
• Visiting Faculty, Newport Coast Orofacial Institute, Newport Beach CA 2010- present
• L.D. Pankey Institute – Associate/Lead Faculty 1999 – current
• Provost, L.D. Pankey Institute 2005 -2012
• L.D. Pankey Institute Board of Directors/Advisors 2005 – current
• Medical Staff Lawrence Memorial Hospital Department of Surgery-current
• Private Practice Lawrence Kansas 1984 – present

Drew McDonald, DDS, MS

Dr. McDonald attended dental school at the prestigious Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. Known for it’s rigorous academic curriculum and intense clinical training, Dr. McDonald received many academic accolades while at Creighton including inductions into Omicron Kappa Upsilon (National Dental Honor Society) and Alpha Sigma Nu (Honor Society of Jesuit Universities). He also served in leadership positions as class president and student body president and on alumni relations committees.

After graduating Cum Laude from Creighton, Dr. McDonald was accepted as one of only three residents nationwide into the University of Missouri-Kansas City Orthodontics program, a renowned two-and-a-half year, full-time residency known for its clinical excellence. Dr. McDonald graduated in December of 2016 with his certificate in orthodontics and master’s degree in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences.

When away from the office, Dr. Drew is a “girl-Dad” to two daughters, a self-proclaimed grill master, and minimally talented yet enthusiastic golfer, you can find him taking in a Lobo game, and spending time outdoors with his family.

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James Otten, DDS

• Bachelor of Science in Zoology & Minor in Microbiology University of Arkansas 1977
• Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry 1981
• General Practice and Hospital Dentistry Residency-Certificate, Veterans Administration Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas 1982
• Center for Advanced Dental Studies, St Petersburg FL, Completion of Curriculum in Advanced Restorative Care and the Evaluation, Diagnosis and Treatment of Occlusal and Temporomandibular Disorders 1989-1993
• The Pankey Institute, Key Biscayne FL, Completion of Curriculum, Continuum I-VI plus Advanced Studies, 1991- present
• Piper Education and Research Center, St Petersburg FL, Seminars I-III, Advanced Diagnosis, Management and Treatment of TM Disorders, 1994-2013
• Other: Compiled over 3500 hours of Continuing Education in the study of Occlusion, TM Disorders, Facial Pain, Esthetics, Invisalign Certification, Implant and Prosthodontic Restorative care.
• Associate Professor Prosthodontics University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry 1982-83
• Fellow, American College of Dentists
• Visiting Faculty, L.D. Pankey Institute -1996-current
• Visiting Faculty, Newport Coast Orofacial Institute, Newport Beach CA 2010- present
• L.D. Pankey Institute – Associate/Lead Faculty 1999 – current
• Provost, L.D. Pankey Institute 2005 -2012
• L.D. Pankey Institute Board of Directors/Advisors 2005 – current
• Medical Staff Lawrence Memorial Hospital Department of Surgery-current
• Private Practice Lawrence Kansas 1984 – present

Drew McDonald, DDS, MS

Dr. McDonald attended dental school at the prestigious Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. Known for it’s rigorous academic curriculum and intense clinical training, Dr. McDonald received many academic accolades while at Creighton including inductions into Omicron Kappa Upsilon (National Dental Honor Society) and Alpha Sigma Nu (Honor Society of Jesuit Universities). He also served in leadership positions as class president and student body president and on alumni relations committees.

After graduating Cum Laude from Creighton, Dr. McDonald was accepted as one of only three residents nationwide into the University of Missouri-Kansas City Orthodontics program, a renowned two-and-a-half year, full-time residency known for its clinical excellence. Dr. McDonald graduated in December of 2016 with his certificate in orthodontics and master’s degree in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences.

When away from the office, Dr. Drew is a “girl-Dad” to two daughters, a self-proclaimed grill master, and minimally talented yet enthusiastic golfer, you can find him taking in a Lobo game, and spending time outdoors with his family.

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Marco Gresnigt graduated summa Cum Laude in 2005 at the university of Groningen, the Netherlands. In January 2012 he obtained his PhD on clinical and laboratory evaluation of laminate veneers. Besides working at the university, he works as a dentist in a center for special care. Marco lectures at the Center for Dentistry and Oral Hygiene, and teaches masters students in a specialized program on esthetics and prosthetic dentistry. Besides writing scientific articles, he has published several articles on minimally invasive and adhesive dentistry in dental journals, and teaches post-graduate courses. He obtained several awards like: the NVGPT publication prize, Boering prize and Cavex prize. Since 2014 Marco became a member of the international Bio-EmulationTM group.

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Marco Gresnigt graduated summa Cum Laude in 2005 at the university of Groningen, the Netherlands. In January 2012 he obtained his PhD on clinical and laboratory evaluation of laminate veneers. Besides working at the university, he works as a dentist in a center for special care. Marco lectures at the Center for Dentistry and Oral Hygiene, and teaches masters students in a specialized program on esthetics and prosthetic dentistry. Besides writing scientific articles, he has published several articles on minimally invasive and adhesive dentistry in dental journals, and teaches post-graduate courses. He obtained several awards like: the NVGPT publication prize, Boering prize and Cavex prize. Since 2014 Marco became a member of the international Bio-EmulationTM group.

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Dr. Markus B. Blatz is Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Chairman of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences and Assistant Dean for Digital Innovation and Professional Development at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he also founded the Penn Dental Medicine CAD/CAM Ceramic Center, an interdisciplinary venture to study emerging technologies and new ceramic materials while providing state-of-the-art esthetic clinical care. Dr. Blatz graduated from Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany, and was awarded additional Doctorate Degrees, a Postgraduate Certificate in Prosthodontics, and a Professorship from the same University.

Dr. Blatz is co-founder and past President of the International Academy for Adhesive Dentistry (IAAD) and a founding member of the European Academy of Digital Dentistry (EADD). He is a board-certified Diplomat in the German Society for Prosthodontics and Biomaterials (DGPro) and a member of multiple other professional organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the International College of Prosthodontists, the American College of Prosthodontists (honorary member), Academy of Osseointegration, and O.K.U. Honor Dental Society. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, Associate Editor of the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry and of Quintessence International, Section Editor for the International Journal of Prosthodontics, and serves on the editorial boards of numerous other recognized scientific dental journals. He is coauthor of the international bestseller “evolution – contemporary protocols for anterior single-tooth implants”, which has been translated on over 8 languages.

Prior to joining Penn Dental Medicine as Chairperson of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences in September 2006, Dr. Blatz was at Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry in New Orleans, where he served as Chairman of the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and Biomaterials and Assistant Dean for Clinical Research. During his tenure at LSU, Dr. Blatz also directed the Masters of Science in Oral Biology Program and was a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics. From 1994 to 1998 he was an Assistant Professor and from 1998 to 1999 a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics at Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg School of Dentistry in Freiburg, Germany.

A widely published and internationally respected lecturer, Dr. Blatz’s main focus within clinical practice and research is esthetic dentistry with an emphasis on implantology and dental materials, particularly ceramics and adhesion. Dr. Blatz is the recipient of multiple teaching and research awards and has published and lectured extensively on dental esthetics, restorative materials, and implant dentistry. He was recently named one of the “World’s Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry”.

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Dr. Markus B. Blatz is Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Chairman of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences and Assistant Dean for Digital Innovation and Professional Development at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he also founded the Penn Dental Medicine CAD/CAM Ceramic Center, an interdisciplinary venture to study emerging technologies and new ceramic materials while providing state-of-the-art esthetic clinical care. Dr. Blatz graduated from Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany, and was awarded additional Doctorate Degrees, a Postgraduate Certificate in Prosthodontics, and a Professorship from the same University.

Dr. Blatz is co-founder and past President of the International Academy for Adhesive Dentistry (IAAD) and a founding member of the European Academy of Digital Dentistry (EADD). He is a board-certified Diplomat in the German Society for Prosthodontics and Biomaterials (DGPro) and a member of multiple other professional organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the International College of Prosthodontists, the American College of Prosthodontists (honorary member), Academy of Osseointegration, and O.K.U. Honor Dental Society. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, Associate Editor of the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry and of Quintessence International, Section Editor for the International Journal of Prosthodontics, and serves on the editorial boards of numerous other recognized scientific dental journals. He is coauthor of the international bestseller “evolution – contemporary protocols for anterior single-tooth implants”, which has been translated on over 8 languages.

Prior to joining Penn Dental Medicine as Chairperson of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences in September 2006, Dr. Blatz was at Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry in New Orleans, where he served as Chairman of the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and Biomaterials and Assistant Dean for Clinical Research. During his tenure at LSU, Dr. Blatz also directed the Masters of Science in Oral Biology Program and was a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics. From 1994 to 1998 he was an Assistant Professor and from 1998 to 1999 a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics at Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg School of Dentistry in Freiburg, Germany.

A widely published and internationally respected lecturer, Dr. Blatz’s main focus within clinical practice and research is esthetic dentistry with an emphasis on implantology and dental materials, particularly ceramics and adhesion. Dr. Blatz is the recipient of multiple teaching and research awards and has published and lectured extensively on dental esthetics, restorative materials, and implant dentistry. He was recently named one of the “World’s Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry”.

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Dr. David Hornbrook is a gifted clinician and product researcher turned mentor. Through education, Dr. Hornbrook guides participants of his instructive events to the realization that they, too, possess the ability to practice aesthetic dentistry at the very highest level.

He is one of dentistry’s most famous faces and one of the pioneers of live-patient, hands-on clinical education, as the founder and past director of Pac-live and the Hornbrook Group. He has been a guest faculty member of the post-graduate programs in Cosmetic Dentistry at Baylor, Tufts, SUNY at Buffalo, UMKC, and the UCLA Center of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Hornbrook lectures internationally on all facets of aesthetic and restorative dentistry and has published articles in all of the leading dental journals. A prolific researcher and materials enthusiast, he consults with numerous manufacturers on product development and refinement. Dr. Hornbrook’s warm and engaging style earns him the highest possible marks from participants and meeting sponsors.

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Dr. David Hornbrook is a gifted clinician and product researcher turned mentor. Through education, Dr. Hornbrook guides participants of his instructive events to the realization that they, too, possess the ability to practice aesthetic dentistry at the very highest level.

He is one of dentistry’s most famous faces and one of the pioneers of live-patient, hands-on clinical education, as the founder and past director of Pac-live and the Hornbrook Group. He has been a guest faculty member of the post-graduate programs in Cosmetic Dentistry at Baylor, Tufts, SUNY at Buffalo, UMKC, and the UCLA Center of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Hornbrook lectures internationally on all facets of aesthetic and restorative dentistry and has published articles in all of the leading dental journals. A prolific researcher and materials enthusiast, he consults with numerous manufacturers on product development and refinement. Dr. Hornbrook’s warm and engaging style earns him the highest possible marks from participants and meeting sponsors.

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Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg lives in Williamsville, NY, with his wife Melissa and their two daughters. Originally from Rochester, he graduated from Cornell University in 1999, and from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 2003. Dr. Goldberg then completed a general practice residency at the Veterans’ Affairs Hospital in Baltimore, MD, where he received advanced training in dental implants, oral surgery, root canals, and treatment for medically complex individuals. After several years in practice, Dr. Goldberg returned to the dental school to complete a three-year residency and master’s degree in TMJ disorders and orofacial pain, and now serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in this program.

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I obtained my B.S. in Finance from Northern Illinois University, and later returned to get my M.A.S in Accounting Science and my CPA after the company I worked for filed for bankruptcy during the 2008 recession. That experience taugh me a valuable lesson in being aware of concentration risk since our 401(k) match was in company stock. I started investing on my own at 20 and it’s been one of the most rewarding and empowering areas in my life- seeing the results of compound interest in over a decade gives you a great level of confidence and financial flexibility to pursue your passions in life. I spent almost a decade in corporate finance and decided to become a Financial Advisor to help others who want financial independence and individualized guidance when it comes to their money. I obtained my CFP® designation in 2018 and actively study all topics related to personal finance that affect not only my clients but also my family’s finances. I'm a self proclaimed money nerd! In my spare time you can find me at the beach, with my kids and husband living my best life. I also love to drink coffee (it’s a habit I developed in college cramming for my exams), cooking (I love experimenting with recipes and ethnic food-currently on an Indian curry binge), listening to podcasts (mostly personal development or personal finance related) and traveling with my family. My dad is a retired surgeon and my mom is a retired teacher/musician and Daycare center owner. I attribute this fact to my ability to be both a logical thinker and a creative-I believe Financial Planning is part Art, part Science and luckily I got a little of both genes. I grew up in Bulgaria in Eastern Europe- we didn’t have a lot of money growing up, however we did openly discussion our family's finances at the dinner table-so I never shy away from money conversations. I lived in Botswana Africa where my parents started a daycare business-I was very involved with helping them grow the business-and those formative experiences influenced me to want to be a business owner. I immigrated to the US in 2002 in pursuit of the “American dream” and truly believe our country has more opportunities for those seeking to risk it all in the pursuit of a Truly Wealthy Life. So whether you’re feeling stuck in your career or already found your dream career/business but just unsure how to manage your money, let’s talk!

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Dr. Peter Milgrom is Professor of Oral Health Sciences and Pediatric Dentistry in the School of Dentistry and adjunct Professor of Health Services in the School of Public Health at the University of Washington. He directs the Northwest Center to Reduce Oral Health Disparities. He holds academic appointments at Case Western University, University of Rochester, and University of California, San Francisco. He maintains a dental practice limited to the care of fearful patients and served as Director of the UW Dental Fears Research Clinic. Dr. Milgrom’s work includes research on xylitol, the effectiveness of fluoride varnish and iodine in preschoolers, clinical efficacy and safety of diammine silver fluoride, motivational strategies to increase perinatal and well child dental visits in rural communities, and studies of cognitive interventions in pediatric and adult dental fear. The NIH, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, HRSA, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation support his work. Dr. Milgrom is author of 5 books and over 300 scientific articles. His latest book, Treating Fearful Dental Patients, was published in 2009.

Dr. Milgrom was Distinguished Dental Behavioral Scientist of the International Association for Dental Research for 1999. In 1999, and again in 2000, his work was recognized by the Giddon Award for research in the behavioral sciences in Dentistry. He received the Barrows Milk Award from IADR in 2000, recognizing his work for public health including the development of the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program in Washington State. In 2003, Dr. Milgrom received a Special Commendation Award from the National Legal Aid and Defenders Association and the University of Washington Medical Center Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award. In 2010, he received the Aubrey Sheiham Research Award for his work on xylitol. He serves on scientific review committees for the NIDCR, NIMHHD, NINDS, Center for Scientific Review at NIH and as a consultant to the FDA. In 2005, Dr. Milgrom was appointed the SAAD Visiting Professor of Pain and Anxiety Control at the King’s College Dental Institute, University of London, UK for a six-year term. In 2008 he was awarded the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa from the University of Bergen, Norway in recognition of his work in social and behavioral dentistry. In 2012, he received the University of California, San Francisco Dental Alumni Gold Medal for his contributions to Dentistry. In 2012 he was also awarded the Norton Ross Award for Excellence in Clinical Research by the American Dental Association. In 2013, he was appointed to the Council of Scientific Affairs of the American Dental Association. In 2014, he received the Irwin M. Mandel Distinguished Mentor Award from the IADR. In 2015, he served as HMDP Expert in Dental Public Health for the Singapore Ministry of Health. Dr. Milgrom received his DDS from the University of California, San Francisco in 1972 and had a previous position at the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

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Dr. Peter Milgrom is Professor of Oral Health Sciences and Pediatric Dentistry in the School of Dentistry and adjunct Professor of Health Services in the School of Public Health at the University of Washington. He directs the Northwest Center to Reduce Oral Health Disparities. He holds academic appointments at Case Western University, University of Rochester, and University of California, San Francisco. He maintains a dental practice limited to the care of fearful patients and served as Director of the UW Dental Fears Research Clinic. Dr. Milgrom’s work includes research on xylitol, the effectiveness of fluoride varnish and iodine in preschoolers, clinical efficacy and safety of diammine silver fluoride, motivational strategies to increase perinatal and well child dental visits in rural communities, and studies of cognitive interventions in pediatric and adult dental fear. The NIH, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, HRSA, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation support his work. Dr. Milgrom is author of 5 books and over 300 scientific articles. His latest book, Treating Fearful Dental Patients, was published in 2009.

Dr. Milgrom was Distinguished Dental Behavioral Scientist of the International Association for Dental Research for 1999. In 1999, and again in 2000, his work was recognized by the Giddon Award for research in the behavioral sciences in Dentistry. He received the Barrows Milk Award from IADR in 2000, recognizing his work for public health including the development of the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program in Washington State. In 2003, Dr. Milgrom received a Special Commendation Award from the National Legal Aid and Defenders Association and the University of Washington Medical Center Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award. In 2010, he received the Aubrey Sheiham Research Award for his work on xylitol. He serves on scientific review committees for the NIDCR, NIMHHD, NINDS, Center for Scientific Review at NIH and as a consultant to the FDA. In 2005, Dr. Milgrom was appointed the SAAD Visiting Professor of Pain and Anxiety Control at the King’s College Dental Institute, University of London, UK for a six-year term. In 2008 he was awarded the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa from the University of Bergen, Norway in recognition of his work in social and behavioral dentistry. In 2012, he received the University of California, San Francisco Dental Alumni Gold Medal for his contributions to Dentistry. In 2012 he was also awarded the Norton Ross Award for Excellence in Clinical Research by the American Dental Association. In 2013, he was appointed to the Council of Scientific Affairs of the American Dental Association. In 2014, he received the Irwin M. Mandel Distinguished Mentor Award from the IADR. In 2015, he served as HMDP Expert in Dental Public Health for the Singapore Ministry of Health. Dr. Milgrom received his DDS from the University of California, San Francisco in 1972 and had a previous position at the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

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Joana Cunha-Cruz, D.D.S., M.P.H., Ph.D., has joined the faculty of the UAB School of Dentistry to foster research collaborations and support the work of the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN).

As a Professor and Director of Practice-based and Community-based Research, she will also serve as National Director of Communications & Dissemination for the National Dental PBRN (NationalDentalPBRN.org) and the Assistant Director of its South Central Region. Her appointment is in the Department of Clinical & Community Sciences, Division of Behavioral & Population Sciences.

Cunha-Cruz is a public health and clinical researcher with more than 10 years of public health academic experience. She uses oral epidemiology, behavioral and implementation sciences and evidence-based practice methods to understand and improve dental practices and systems for better health and health equity.

“I am thrilled that Dr. Cunha-Cruz has joined our team.” said Gregg Gilbert, D.D.S., M.B.A., Distinguished Professor and chair of the Department of Clinical & Community Sciences. “With her background in the public health and clinical research arenas, as well as her expertise in strategic partnerships, she will help us enrich our collaborative research efforts within the department, school, and university, as well as nationally. We are delighted to welcome her aboard.”

Cunha-Cruz earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the State University of Pernambuco and holds Master’s and PhD degrees in Public Health – Epidemiology from the State University of Rio de Janeiro. She joins UAB from the University of Washington Schools of Dentistry and Public Health in Seattle, WA, where she conducted NIH-funded community-based and practice-based studies and taught epidemiology and critical appraisal of the literature.

Nathaniel Lawson DMD PhD is an Associate Professor and the Director of the Division of Biomaterials at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. He graduated from UAB School of Dentistry in 2011 and obtained his PhD in Biomedical Engineering in 2012. He has served as an investigator on over 75 research grants, published over 200 articles, abstracts, book chapters, and periodicals related to dental materials. His research interests are the mechanical, optical, and biologic properties of dental materials and clinical evaluation of new dental materials. He was the 2016 recipient of the ADA Stanford New Investigator Award, the 2017 3M Innovative Research Fellowship, and the 2020 Mentor of the Year Award from the American Association of Dental Research. He has lectured nationally and internationally on the subject of dental materials. He also works as a general dentist in the UAB Faculty Practice.

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Joana Cunha-Cruz, D.D.S., M.P.H., Ph.D., has joined the faculty of the UAB School of Dentistry to foster research collaborations and support the work of the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN).

As a Professor and Director of Practice-based and Community-based Research, she will also serve as National Director of Communications & Dissemination for the National Dental PBRN (NationalDentalPBRN.org) and the Assistant Director of its South Central Region. Her appointment is in the Department of Clinical & Community Sciences, Division of Behavioral & Population Sciences.

Cunha-Cruz is a public health and clinical researcher with more than 10 years of public health academic experience. She uses oral epidemiology, behavioral and implementation sciences and evidence-based practice methods to understand and improve dental practices and systems for better health and health equity.

“I am thrilled that Dr. Cunha-Cruz has joined our team.” said Gregg Gilbert, D.D.S., M.B.A., Distinguished Professor and chair of the Department of Clinical & Community Sciences. “With her background in the public health and clinical research arenas, as well as her expertise in strategic partnerships, she will help us enrich our collaborative research efforts within the department, school, and university, as well as nationally. We are delighted to welcome her aboard.”

Cunha-Cruz earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the State University of Pernambuco and holds Master’s and PhD degrees in Public Health – Epidemiology from the State University of Rio de Janeiro. She joins UAB from the University of Washington Schools of Dentistry and Public Health in Seattle, WA, where she conducted NIH-funded community-based and practice-based studies and taught epidemiology and critical appraisal of the literature.

Nathaniel Lawson DMD PhD is an Associate Professor and the Director of the Division of Biomaterials at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. He graduated from UAB School of Dentistry in 2011 and obtained his PhD in Biomedical Engineering in 2012. He has served as an investigator on over 75 research grants, published over 200 articles, abstracts, book chapters, and periodicals related to dental materials. His research interests are the mechanical, optical, and biologic properties of dental materials and clinical evaluation of new dental materials. He was the 2016 recipient of the ADA Stanford New Investigator Award, the 2017 3M Innovative Research Fellowship, and the 2020 Mentor of the Year Award from the American Association of Dental Research. He has lectured nationally and internationally on the subject of dental materials. He also works as a general dentist in the UAB Faculty Practice.

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As a former full-time Professor of Periodontics and current full-time private practitioner, Dr. Allen combines his recognized teaching abilities and clinical skills to present a practical multimedia course on current oral plastic surgical techniques. His passion for teaching and the structure of the courses allow participants to immediately apply the new procedures in their practices.

Dr. Allen has served as President of the American Academy of Periodontology Foundation, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. Currently, he is the Periodontal Section Editor for the Journal of Esthetic Dentistry and serves on the Editorial Boards of the Journal of Periodontology and the International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry.

Dr. Allen is the recipient of the Distinguished Alumnus Award from Baylor College of Dentistry Periodontics Residency Program, the Master Clinician Award from the American Academy of Periodontology, and the President's Award for Excellence in Dental Education from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. In 2019, he was honored with the AAP Gold Medal Award, the highest award bestowed by the Academy. He has published over 100 articles in the area of esthetic surgery and has presented numerous lectures and surgical demonstrations worldwide.

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Dr. Kokich Jr. received his dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1996 and completed a general practice residency at the University of Washington Medical Center in 1997. He remained at the University of Washington for his orthodontic training where he obtained his Masters in Orthodontics in 1999. Since then he has remained on faculty in the Department of Orthodontics as an Affiliate Assistant Professor while maintaining a private practice in Tacoma, Washington. He has received the Charles L. Pincus Research Award for Clinical Research from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and his current research and publications are primarily involved with esthetic, interdisciplinary dentistry. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists and a member of both the Angle Society and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He has written or co-written four book chapters as well as numerous scientific and review articles. Dr. Kokich Jr. has given over 240 lectures nationally and internationally on interdisciplinary dentistry and dental esthetics emphasizing comprehensive treatment planning and the importance of properly sequencing orthodontic, periodontal, and restorative treatment.

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Jason Smithson is an internationally renowned cosmetic and reconstructive dentist formerly of London’s Harley Street Medical District, he is now based in St Agnes, Cornwall where he offers dentistry, dental-education and medico-legal expert witness services

World-class crowns, veneers and direct composite resin artistry are delivered with uncompromising standards bespoke to the patient’s individual requirements. He is considered to be the ‘Dentist’s Dentist’ and regularly treats other dentists; many of whom travel from throughout the UK to see him.

Dr Smithson is an ‘In Demand’ presenter and is perhaps the most prolific in the UK. He is considered by his peers to be an authority on aesthetic dentistry and has presented to audiences on every continent over the past 10 years. He is a true innovator and pioneered the use of Dental Operating Microscope in teaching Direct Resin Artistry to other dentists in the UK; he is the author of numerous articles and a book on crowns in aesthetic dentistry.

Dr. Mitrani has authored many scientific articles and chapters in textbooks on implant prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry. He has given more than 500 lectures in 30 countries, maintains a private practice in Mexico City limited to prosthodontics and implants, serves as an instructor in Spear Seminars, frequently contributes to Spear Digest, and develops numerous lessons for Spear Online.

A member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the International College of Dentistry, Dr. Mitrani also serves on the editorial boards of numerous peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry and the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry. He holds academic affiliation at the National University of Mexico and serves as affiliate associate professor at the University of Washington.

Dr. Mitrani received his D.D.S. degree from the UNITEC University of Mexico City. He then obtained a certificate in prosthodontics and M.S.D. in dentistry from the University of Washington, where he served as the graduate prosthodontics program’s assistant director in 2001.

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Dr. Richard Price is a Prosthodontist and Director of Digital Dentistry in the Faculty of Dentistry at Dalhousie University. He received his BDS from the University of London, England and his DDS from Dalhousie’s Faculty of Dentistry. He completed his specialty in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Michigan in 1984 and in 2001 he completed his Doctorate in Oral Technology and Dental Materials at the University of Malmö, Sweden. He is actively involved in research on dental resins, curing lights and teaching light curing. He has made numerous presentations, authored more than 160 peer-reviewed articles, and co-authored the chapter on Light Curing in the 7th edition of Sturdevant’s textbook ‘Art and Science of Operative Dentistry’.

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https://www.youtube.com/@cevi_dental Jeffrey S. Rouse, D.D.S. maintains a private practice in San Antonio, Texas and practiced with Drs. Gregg Kinzer and Frank Spear in Seattle, Washington. In 2017, he became a member of the Resident Faculty at Spear Education in Scottsdale, AZ. He was also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio from 2004-2019. After graduation from dental school in San Antonio, Dr Rouse completed a 2-year General Practice Residency at the University of Connecticut Health Science Center. He practiced family dentistry for twelve years before returning to school. Dr Rouse received his specialty certificate in Prosthodontics from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2004. He is a member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, the American College of Prosthodontists, and past president of the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry.

Dr. Rouse has written numerous journal articles including a portion of the “Annual Review of Selected Dental Literature” published each summer in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. He has a textbook published in 2016 by Quintessence titled "Global" Diagnosis: A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning written with his teaching partner, Dr. Bill Robbins. Furthermore, he has contributed chapters on porcelain veneers and anterior ceramic crowns to three editions of a dental textbook. Dr. Rouse lectures nationally and internationally on a wide variety of topics ranging from dental esthetics to airway prosthodontics.

For his entire career, Dr. Kinzer has been committed to furthering the art and science of dental education. He is highly recognized lecturer both nationally and internationally and continues to serve as an Affiliate Assistant Professor in the department of Graduate Prosthodontics at the University of Washington. In addition, he is the Director of Curriculum and Campus Education at Spear Education in Scottsdale, AZ., where he also resides as full time faculty.

Dr. Kinzer is a member of many professional organizations including the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, where he sits on the Executive Council. He serves on the editorial review board for several recognized dental publications and has written numerous articles and chapters for dental publication. He has been honored with the American College of Prosthodontics Achievement Award and most recently has been awarded the 2018 Saul Schluger award for clinical excellence in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Dr. Bockow is a board-certified orthodontist and periodontist. She lectures internationally on topics ranging from interdisciplinary treatment planning to airway and sleep disorders, skeletal growth and development, and corticotomy-facilitated orthodontic therapy.

Upon completion of her dental degree at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, Dr. Bockow practiced as a general practitioner in the Seattle area for two years. She ultimately decided to return to school and completed her dual training in orthodontics and periodontics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her master’s in oral biology during dual residency.

Dr. Bockow serves as an instructor in Spear’s Interdisciplinary Treatment of Esthetic Dilemmas seminar and has also served as an affiliate assistant professor at the University of Washington in the Department of Orthodontics. She maintains a private practice in the Seattle area limited to orthodontics and periodontics.

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Dr. Kokich Jr. received his dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1996 and completed a general practice residency at the University of Washington Medical Center in 1997. He remained at the University of Washington for his orthodontic training where he obtained his Masters in Orthodontics in 1999. Since then he has remained on faculty in the Department of Orthodontics as an Affiliate Assistant Professor while maintaining a private practice in Tacoma, Washington. He has received the Charles L. Pincus Research Award for Clinical Research from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and his current research and publications are primarily involved with esthetic, interdisciplinary dentistry. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists and a member of both the Angle Society and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He has written or co-written four book chapters as well as numerous scientific and review articles. Dr. Kokich Jr. has given over 240 lectures nationally and internationally on interdisciplinary dentistry and dental esthetics emphasizing comprehensive treatment planning and the importance of properly sequencing orthodontic, periodontal, and restorative treatment.

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Jim Janakievski D.D.S., M.S.D.

Jim Janakievski received his D.D.S. from the University of Toronto, which was
followed by a general practice residency. After several years in general practice,
he completed his post-graduate training at the University of Washington, where
he received a certificate in Periodontology with a M.S.D. degree and a fellowship
in Prosthodontics. He began his academic position at the University of
Washington as assistant director of Graduate Periodontics and is currently an
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Dr. Janakievski is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, and a
Fellow of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He is a reviewer for
several dental journals and has published in the area of interdisciplinary
dentistry, dental implants and tooth autotransplantation. Dr. Janakievski teaches
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Jim Janakievski D.D.S., M.S.D.

Jim Janakievski received his D.D.S. from the University of Toronto, which was
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he completed his post-graduate training at the University of Washington, where
he received a certificate in Periodontology with a M.S.D. degree and a fellowship
in Prosthodontics. He began his academic position at the University of
Washington as assistant director of Graduate Periodontics and is currently an
affiliate assistant professor.

Dr. Janakievski is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, and a
Fellow of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He is a reviewer for
several dental journals and has published in the area of interdisciplinary
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Dr. Janakievski is an affiliate assistant professor in the Department of Periodontics at the University of Washington. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He is a frequent presenter at national and international conferences, serves as a reviewer for several dental journals and has published on the topics of dental implants and tooth autotransplantation.

Dr. Janakievski received his D.D.S. from the University of Toronto, which he followed with a general practice residency. After several years in general practice, he completed his post-graduate training at the University of Washington, where he earned a certificate in periodontology with an M.S.D. degree and a fellowship in prosthodontics. He maintains a private practice in Tacoma, Washington.

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Dr. Jeanette MacLean is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, owner of Affiliated Children’s Dental Specialists in Glendale, Arizona, and mother of two. She received her dental degree, with honors, from the University of Southern California in 2003 and completed her specialty training in pediatric dentistry in 2005 at Sunrise Children’s Hospital through the University of Nevada School of Medicine.

Dr. MacLean has become an internationally recognized advocate and expert on minimally invasive dentistry, appearing in newspapers, magazines, television, and continuing education lectures on this hot topic. Most notably, she was featured in the July 2016 New York Times article “A Cavity Fighting Liquid Helps Kids Avoid Dentists’ Drills,” which brought national attention to the option of treating cavities non-invasively with silver diamine fluoride.

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Dr. Andrew C. Johnson completed his general dental and prosthodontic training at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and has been practicing in Northwest Arkansas since 2013. Along with his specialist certificate, Dr. Johnson earned a master’s degree in dental science researching CAD/CAM restorative techniques and emerging digital dental materials. He maintains certifications by both the American Board of Prosthodontics and the National Board for Dental Laboratory Technology, and serves as adjunct faculty with the UTHSC Advanced Prosthodontics Program. Dr. Johnson has been published in multiple dental journals and lectures internationally on a variety of technological developments in dentistry. He consults for a wide range of dental clinicians, suppliers, manufacturers, and developers on topics ranging from three-dimensional imaging and virtual treatment planning to computer-guided and robotic surgery as well as digital prosthesis design, production and long-term complication management. However, his broader professional interests include process scaling, provider calibration, and workflow disruption.

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Dr. Jeanette MacLean is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, owner of Affiliated Children’s Dental Specialists in Glendale, Arizona, and mother of two. She received her dental degree, with honors, from the University of Southern California in 2003 and completed her specialty training in pediatric dentistry in 2005 at Sunrise Children’s Hospital through the University of Nevada School of Medicine.

Dr. MacLean has become an internationally recognized advocate and expert on minimally invasive dentistry, appearing in newspapers, magazines, television, and continuing education lectures on this hot topic. Most notably, she was featured in the July 2016 New York Times article “A Cavity Fighting Liquid Helps Kids Avoid Dentists’ Drills,” which brought national attention to the option of treating cavities non-invasively with silver diamine fluoride.

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Dr. Andrew C. Johnson completed his general dental and prosthodontic training at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and has been practicing in Northwest Arkansas since 2013. Along with his specialist certificate, Dr. Johnson earned a master’s degree in dental science researching CAD/CAM restorative techniques and emerging digital dental materials. He maintains certifications by both the American Board of Prosthodontics and the National Board for Dental Laboratory Technology, and serves as adjunct faculty with the UTHSC Advanced Prosthodontics Program. Dr. Johnson has been published in multiple dental journals and lectures internationally on a variety of technological developments in dentistry. He consults for a wide range of dental clinicians, suppliers, manufacturers, and developers on topics ranging from three-dimensional imaging and virtual treatment planning to computer-guided and robotic surgery as well as digital prosthesis design, production and long-term complication management. However, his broader professional interests include process scaling, provider calibration, and workflow disruption.

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Education & Background Prior to his career in dentistry, Dr. Cary Goldstein completed a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Georgia in 1980. He went on to later receive his DMD from the Medical College of Georgia, followed by post-graduate studies in prosthodontics at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry.

Homecoming to Atlanta Following his professional training, Dr. Goldstein returned “home” to Atlanta and was part of a multi-disciplinary private practice with five other clinicians. In 1996, Dr. Goldstein established his own practice in a new office on East Andrews Drive. He’s currently a clinical instructor in Oral Rehabilitation at the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry and a past special lecturer in Esthetic Dentistry at Emory University. Dr. Goldstein teaches other dentists, passing his expertise and experience to others in the field.

Professional Achievements Among his extensive training and continuing education accomplishments, Dr. Goldstein is recognized by the following professional organizations for his services:

• A past president and current board member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, which only accepts 100 Fellows across the globe, so it is a Who’s Who of dentists
• Member of the Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity
• Member of the American Dental Association
• Former Member of the American College of Prosthodontists
• Former Executive Board Member of the Ben Massell Dental Clinic, originally founded by his grandfather

Why Patients Choose Dr. Goldstein A Passion for Dentistry Dr. Goldstein lives and breathes his craft for dentistry. He’s a highly respected, talented dentist, as well as a teacher and speaker. Dr. Golstein is the senior author of Imaging in Esthetic Dentistry, a textbook on the use of computerized imaging in esthetic dentistry.

He lectures frequently on this subject and also teaches the functional and esthetic aspects of cosmetic dentistry to other dentists. His speaking invitations have not only taken him throughout the United States, but also to Europe, Mexico, South America, and Asia.

A Third-Generation Dentist Following a long tradition of excellence in patient care, Dr. Goldstein is a third-generation dentist behind his father, grandfather, cousins, and now his brother and sister, too. Based on his family history, you can understand why Dr. Goldstein says, “Dentistry is in my genes.”

A Certified Lumineers Provider Dr. Goldstein is a certified Lumineers provider and one of two doctors in the United States that is sponsored by DenMat. Through this reputable sponsorship, Dr. Goldstein has been actively involved in teaching and giving hands-on courses on how to do Lumineers around the US.

Exceptional Care at Goldstein Dental Center Your comfort is our utmost priority. Dr. Goldstein uses his experience and artistic eye to make sure you look and feel like the best, most confident version of yourself by using the latest dental tools and state-of-the-art technology.

Dr. Goldstein is well aware that people often have anxiety about dentistry, which is why he wants to provide a welcoming and relaxing environment for his patients to look forward to their appointments. He provides television viewings during your visit and may offer you Martini Dentistry(nitrous oxide/laughing gas) for your appointment.

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Dr. Peter Milgrom is Professor of Oral Health Sciences and Pediatric Dentistry in the School of Dentistry and adjunct Professor of Health Services in the School of Public Health at the University of Washington. He directs the Northwest Center to Reduce Oral Health Disparities. He holds academic appointments at Case Western University, University of Rochester, and University of California, San Francisco. He maintains a dental practice limited to the care of fearful patients and served as Director of the UW Dental Fears Research Clinic. Dr. Milgrom’s work includes research on xylitol, the effectiveness of fluoride varnish and iodine in preschoolers, clinical efficacy and safety of diammine silver fluoride, motivational strategies to increase perinatal and well child dental visits in rural communities, and studies of cognitive interventions in pediatric and adult dental fear. The NIH, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, HRSA, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation support his work. Dr. Milgrom is author of 5 books and over 300 scientific articles. His latest book, Treating Fearful Dental Patients, was published in 2009.

Dr. Milgrom was Distinguished Dental Behavioral Scientist of the International Association for Dental Research for 1999. In 1999, and again in 2000, his work was recognized by the Giddon Award for research in the behavioral sciences in Dentistry. He received the Barrows Milk Award from IADR in 2000, recognizing his work for public health including the development of the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program in Washington State. In 2003, Dr. Milgrom received a Special Commendation Award from the National Legal Aid and Defenders Association and the University of Washington Medical Center Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award. In 2010, he received the Aubrey Sheiham Research Award for his work on xylitol. He serves on scientific review committees for the NIDCR, NIMHHD, NINDS, Center for Scientific Review at NIH and as a consultant to the FDA. In 2005, Dr. Milgrom was appointed the SAAD Visiting Professor of Pain and Anxiety Control at the King’s College Dental Institute, University of London, UK for a six-year term. In 2008 he was awarded the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa from the University of Bergen, Norway in recognition of his work in social and behavioral dentistry. In 2012, he received the University of California, San Francisco Dental Alumni Gold Medal for his contributions to Dentistry. In 2012 he was also awarded the Norton Ross Award for Excellence in Clinical Research by the American Dental Association. In 2013, he was appointed to the Council of Scientific Affairs of the American Dental Association. In 2014, he received the Irwin M. Mandel Distinguished Mentor Award from the IADR. In 2015, he served as HMDP Expert in Dental Public Health for the Singapore Ministry of Health. Dr. Milgrom received his DDS from the University of California, San Francisco in 1972 and had a previous position at the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

In the last few years, Dr. Milgrom has spoken to dental associations in Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Philippines, and USA and at major universities in USA and abroad.

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Dr. Peter Milgrom is Professor of Oral Health Sciences and Pediatric Dentistry in the School of Dentistry and adjunct Professor of Health Services in the School of Public Health at the University of Washington. He directs the Northwest Center to Reduce Oral Health Disparities. He holds academic appointments at Case Western University, University of Rochester, and University of California, San Francisco. He maintains a dental practice limited to the care of fearful patients and served as Director of the UW Dental Fears Research Clinic. Dr. Milgrom’s work includes research on xylitol, the effectiveness of fluoride varnish and iodine in preschoolers, clinical efficacy and safety of diammine silver fluoride, motivational strategies to increase perinatal and well child dental visits in rural communities, and studies of cognitive interventions in pediatric and adult dental fear. The NIH, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, HRSA, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation support his work. Dr. Milgrom is author of 5 books and over 300 scientific articles. His latest book, Treating Fearful Dental Patients, was published in 2009.

Dr. Milgrom was Distinguished Dental Behavioral Scientist of the International Association for Dental Research for 1999. In 1999, and again in 2000, his work was recognized by the Giddon Award for research in the behavioral sciences in Dentistry. He received the Barrows Milk Award from IADR in 2000, recognizing his work for public health including the development of the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program in Washington State. In 2003, Dr. Milgrom received a Special Commendation Award from the National Legal Aid and Defenders Association and the University of Washington Medical Center Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award. In 2010, he received the Aubrey Sheiham Research Award for his work on xylitol. He serves on scientific review committees for the NIDCR, NIMHHD, NINDS, Center for Scientific Review at NIH and as a consultant to the FDA. In 2005, Dr. Milgrom was appointed the SAAD Visiting Professor of Pain and Anxiety Control at the King’s College Dental Institute, University of London, UK for a six-year term. In 2008 he was awarded the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa from the University of Bergen, Norway in recognition of his work in social and behavioral dentistry. In 2012, he received the University of California, San Francisco Dental Alumni Gold Medal for his contributions to Dentistry. In 2012 he was also awarded the Norton Ross Award for Excellence in Clinical Research by the American Dental Association. In 2013, he was appointed to the Council of Scientific Affairs of the American Dental Association. In 2014, he received the Irwin M. Mandel Distinguished Mentor Award from the IADR. In 2015, he served as HMDP Expert in Dental Public Health for the Singapore Ministry of Health. Dr. Milgrom received his DDS from the University of California, San Francisco in 1972 and had a previous position at the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

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Dr. Lagreca is a Board-Certified Prosthodontist and fellow of the American Board of Prosthodontics. She received her first dental degree (DDS) from the Universidad Central de Venezuela in Caracas. She then received her certificate in Prosthodontics, Implant Fellowship training and currently Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degrees from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM). Dr. Lagreca is the President of the American College of Prosthodontics Massachusetts section, where she collaborates with dental professionals from all three dental schools in MA. Dr. Lagreca enjoys rehabilitating patients from single teeth crowns to full mouth makeovers with veneers, crowns, implants and dentures. The first dentist on a family of engineers and designers, she truly understands the integration of aesthetics and function. She also enjoys the integration of facial esthetics including Botox to manage clenching, grinding and TMJ disorders.

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Dr. Lagreca is a Board-Certified Prosthodontist and fellow of the American Board of Prosthodontics. She received her first dental degree (DDS) from the Universidad Central de Venezuela in Caracas. She then received her certificate in Prosthodontics, Implant Fellowship training and currently Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degrees from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM). Dr. Lagreca is the President of the American College of Prosthodontics Massachusetts section, where she collaborates with dental professionals from all three dental schools in MA. Dr. Lagreca enjoys rehabilitating patients from single teeth crowns to full mouth makeovers with veneers, crowns, implants and dentures. The first dentist on a family of engineers and designers, she truly understands the integration of aesthetics and function. She also enjoys the integration of facial esthetics including Botox to manage clenching, grinding and TMJ disorders.

Dr. Lagreca’s achievements have been recognized by the Incisal Edge Magazine 40-under-40 2021 Award, The American Dental Education Association and The American Dental Association.

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Bob Winder is the president and founder of Logan Growth Advisors, a mergers and acquisitions advisory firm that specializes in healthcare. He is also a professor at Brigham Young University and Utah State University teaching private equity and mergers & acquisitions. Prior to Logan, Bob worked as a private equity investor then raised his own fund and purchased a group of dental practices which he ran and later sold. Utilizing his extensive experience on all sides of M&A transactions, Bob founded Logan with an emphasis on partnering with founders to build and maximize value through a transaction. Bob majored in finance at Brigham Young University and earned an MBA from Northwestern University. He is a proud father of 5 children, an avid Crossfitter, and a novice rancher.

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Bob Winder is the president and founder of Logan Growth Advisors, a mergers and acquisitions advisory firm that specializes in healthcare. He is also a professor at Brigham Young University and Utah State University teaching private equity and mergers & acquisitions. Prior to Logan, Bob worked as a private equity investor then raised his own fund and purchased a group of dental practices which he ran and later sold. Utilizing his extensive experience on all sides of M&A transactions, Bob founded Logan with an emphasis on partnering with founders to build and maximize value through a transaction. Bob majored in finance at Brigham Young University and earned an MBA from Northwestern University. He is a proud father of 5 children, an avid Crossfitter, and a novice rancher.

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Though he does so much in memory of his oldest son, he’s also very proud of his two younger sons, Landon (8) and Luke (7). Family is vital to him, and he and his wife Doris enjoy their life in Nashville.With two sons yet to raise, you can also find Dr. Wells giving back by coaching his sons and other kids at various sports. “Our family spends a lot of time on the ball fields,” he says.

He also wants us to know the unsung heroes of the Gift of Music Committee: “The Gift of Music Committee consists of: Tony Conway, Ed Hardy, Deb Ham, Rondal Richardson, Ronna Rubin and Jonah Rabinowitz (director of the W.O. Smith School of Music). The foundation and benefit concert has moved far beyond me, and I am so pleased to see it have a life of its own. I know Dustin would be pleased to see the good that is coming from his life, and I am simply grateful for the love that surrounds me and my family.”

When Dr. Dennis Wells lost his oldest son, a music major at Belmont University, he was heartbroken.He knew he had to do something to honorDustin’s memory and celebrate both his young life and love of music.

“The lyrics ‘I get by with a little help from my friends’ come to mind when I think back to the beginning of the Dustin J. Wells Foundation,” Wells tells us. “Losing my oldest son was utterly devastating, and for the longest time, I struggled to just exist. However, some of my close friends were diligently searching for ways to help me cope with my loss, and generous people responded with acts of kindness, including over $50,000 in donations toward a fund set up in Dustin’s memory. I knew I had a responsibility to honor Dustin and to use those funds in a positive way. Through a national dental organization, the Crown Council, directed by Greg and Steve Anderson, the idea came to have a benefit concert and donate the proceeds to the W.O. Smith School of Music. The Crown Council’s annual meeting fell in Nashville within a year of Dustin’s death. Calling on some of our dear friends and patients to perform, the Crown Council filled theWildhorse saloon for an emotional night of music and celebration and the Gift of Music event was born.”

The result has been extraordinary, a partnership between the Foundation and the W.O. Smith School of Music. The school provides opportunity for the city’s children to study music, regardless of their socioeconomic backgrounds. Dr.Wells says his son loved kids and truly enjoyed his time as a counsellor at his church camp, and would have loved the connection with W.O. Smith. Wells still maintains an active role in the organization, providing vision for the Foundation and for the now-annual Gift of Music Concert, which has featured a host of major stars over the past few years. Now, he’s looking at ways they can take the model of the Gift of Music and share it with other communities through the Crown Council—a nationwide organization of distinguished dentists. “We’re always exploring ways to make the Gift ofMusic a more magical night, as well as how we can generate more revenue for the school,” saysWells. “In 2013 we’ll have the show at the Ryman Auditorium for the first time and will once again have the Crown Council attending.We’re also exploring using it as a template for other cities and spreading this template through the Crown Council. In fact, some of the students from the school will be performing in January 2012 for the Crown Council in Vegas with hopes that it will inspire other dentists to bring this concept to their respective cities.”

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Dr. Fasbinder is focused on applications of digital technology in dentistry and CAD/CAM systems for the fabrication of esthetic restorations. The Computerized Dentistry Unit (CompuDent) provides education and conducts research based on 30 years of experience with technology applications for restorative dentistry. Currently underway clinical research projects involve chair-side application of ceramic onlays and crowns with innovative ceramic and zirconia materials using conventional and adhesive cements. His private practice in Dental Faculty Associates (DFA) is focused on rehabilitative dentistry through the application of CAD/CAM technology for both dental implants and natural teeth.

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Dr. Fasbinder is focused on applications of digital technology in dentistry and CAD/CAM systems for the fabrication of esthetic restorations. The Computerized Dentistry Unit (CompuDent) provides education and conducts research based on 30 years of experience with technology applications for restorative dentistry. Currently underway clinical research projects involve chair-side application of ceramic onlays and crowns with innovative ceramic and zirconia materials using conventional and adhesive cements. His private practice in Dental Faculty Associates (DFA) is focused on rehabilitative dentistry through the application of CAD/CAM technology for both dental implants and natural teeth.

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Dr. Bud Mopper has built an international reputation for his pioneer leadership in direct resin bonding.  He practiced minimally invasive dentistry with composite for over 45 years. He is a renowned lecturer in esthetic dentistry. He co-authored, A Complete Guide to Dental Bonding, which was the first definitive book for the dental profession describing bonding techniques – and he has continued to publish numerous articles on The Art and Science of Direct Resin Bonding.  He is a Life Fellow of the Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, Founding Member and Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Life Fellow and Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and Fellow of the American College of Dentistry.  He teaches direct resin bonding on a Continuing Education level at many universities including the Iowa State University and the University of Illinois Chicago, plus he teaches courses at the Center for Esthetic Excellence.

Dr. Mopper is the recipient of three of the most prestigious awards given by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. One for “Lifelong Commitment to Providing Excellence in Continuing Education in Cosmetic Dentistry” and secondly, an award for “Outstanding Contribution to Cosmetic Dentistry” and third for “Outstanding Innovation in Cosmetic Dentistry.” He received the New York University College of Dentistry “The Irwin Smigel Prize in Esthetic Dentistry” and the “Lifetime Achievement Award” from the World Aesthetic Congress in England, for “Outstanding Contribution to Cosmetic Dentistry.” He received the 2017 Gordon J. Christensen Lecture Recognition Award from the Chicago Dental Society. Dr. Mopper was awarded the 2018 Distinguished Alumnus Award from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He is Co-founder and Chairman of Cosmedent, Inc., where he is responsible for educational programs, and product development.

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Dr. Pascal Magne was born in La Chaux-de-Fonds (Switzerland) in 1966. He grew up and followed his primary education in Neuchâtel then moved to Geneva where he graduated in dentistry in 1989 and completed a Doctoral Thesis in 1992. He taught and continued his postgraduate education in Prosthodontics and Operative Dentistry at the University of Geneva until 1997. Awarded with major grants by the Swiss Science Foundation, the Swiss Foundation for Medical-Biological Grants, and the International Association for Dental Research, he spent two years as a full-time research scholar in Biomaterials and Biomechanics at the University of Minnesota between 1997 and 1999. Back at the University of Geneva, he received his PhD degree in 2002 and served as Senior Lecturer from 1999 to 2004. Since February 2004, he became Associate Professor at the University of Southern California (USC, Los Angeles) where he also serves as Director of the Center for Esthetic Dentistry. He is the author of the textbook -- "Bonded Porcelain Restorations" (Quintessence Publishing, 2002), as well as clinical and research articles on esthetics and adhesive dentistry and is frequently invited to lecture on these topics.

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Dr. Pascal Magne was born in La Chaux-de-Fonds (Switzerland) in 1966. He grew up and followed his primary education in Neuchâtel then moved to Geneva where he graduated in dentistry in 1989 and completed a Doctoral Thesis in 1992. He taught and continued his postgraduate education in Prosthodontics and Operative Dentistry at the University of Geneva until 1997. Awarded with major grants by the Swiss Science Foundation, the Swiss Foundation for Medical-Biological Grants, and the International Association for Dental Research, he spent two years as a full-time research scholar in Biomaterials and Biomechanics at the University of Minnesota between 1997 and 1999. Back at the University of Geneva, he received his PhD degree in 2002 and served as Senior Lecturer from 1999 to 2004. Since February 2004, he became Associate Professor at the University of Southern California (USC, Los Angeles) where he also serves as Director of the Center for Esthetic Dentistry. He is the author of the textbook -- "Bonded Porcelain Restorations" (Quintessence Publishing, 2002), as well as clinical and research articles on esthetics and adhesive dentistry and is frequently invited to lecture on these topics.

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I have had the opportunity to research, write, and publish several articles on adhesive and cosmetic dentistry in several professional publications, including Practical Periodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry (PPAD), Signature, Spectrum, Dentistry Today, DPR, Contemporary Esthetics, and I am on the editorial board of PPAD, as well as Spectrum, The Journal of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and The Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry.

In addition, I am an editorial board member of REALITY, a publication to keep dentists up-to-date with advances in the products, techniques and research of esthetic dentistry. I am a product consultant to numerous dental manufacturers, and I have lectured nationally as well as internationally on cosmetic dentistry, adhesive dentistry, porcelain veneers, and restorative implant dentistry.

Continuing education is an important part of my job as your dentist. I participate in continuing education every year, logging over 200 hours, in order to stay current with the latest advancements in dentistry. I am a member of several prestigious dental organizations, including the:

• American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry
• American Academy of Restorative Dentistry
• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
• American Dental Association
• Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (past president)
• Seaside Study Club
• Seattle Study Club National Speaker
• Kois Center Graduate

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Dr. Amanda Seay is the award-winning Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Clinical Director of Expertise Dental in Charleston, South Carolina. Her expertise ranges from complex restorative treatment planning to comprehensive preventative and reconstructive dentistry.

Dr. Seay is a recognized leader in the dental industry and has been featured in various dental publications for her influence and dedication to the profession. She was named the 11th Most Influential Person in Dentistry by Incisal Edge Magazine. She is the 85th dentist in the world who has earned the honor of Fellow Accredited Member status with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Seay is the Director of Outreach and Engagement for the Seattle Study Club, an international and preeminent continuing-education organization for dentists.

Dr. Seay is also the co-creator of imPRES Dental Courses, an internationally recognized dental esthetics continuum.

She holds a clinical instructor position at the Kois Center, one of the most prestigious dental institutes in the country, and has published over 70 articles covering the art and techniques of esthetic dentistry. She also serves as the Restorative Section Editor for Inside Dentistry.

She is a Key Opinion Leader for many leading dental companies and is involved in the testing and creation of new dental products. She was named Top 25 Women In Dentistry in 2012 by Dental Products Report. Dr. Seay was the recipient of the Lucy Hobbs 2015 Award for the Woman To Watch in Dentistry.

In addition to operating a thriving full-time dental practice, Dr. Seay is a dedicated wife and the mother of four children.

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As the founder and director of Spear Education, Dr. Spear continues to be recognized as one of the premier educators in esthetic and restorative dentistry in the world today. Dr. Spear earned his dental degree from the University of Washington in 1979, and an MSD in periodontal prosthodontics in 1982, also from the University of Washington.

Dr. Spear has been recognized by numerous associations for his contributions to dentistry. In 1993, he was awarded the Christensen Award for Excellence in Restorative Education from the Chicago Dental Society. In 1995, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry presented him with a special award for having advanced the Art and Science of cosmetic dentistry in the United States. In 1996, he received the Saul Schluger Memorial Award for Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning from the Seattle Study Club. In 2003 he and colleague Vincent G. Kokich were awarded the first ever Presidents Award for excellence in education from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He also earned the 2004 Distinguished Alumnus Award from Pacific Lutheran University his undergraduate Alma Mater. And in 2013 was named Distinguished Alumnus for the University of Washington School of Dentistry. In 2018 he received the first ever Charles Pincus - Ronald Goldstein Lifetime Achievement Award in Esthetic Dentistry from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

He belongs to multiple dental organizations including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the American College of Prosthodontics.

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As the founder and director of Spear Education, Dr. Spear continues to be recognized as one of the premier educators in esthetic and restorative dentistry in the world today. Dr. Spear earned his dental degree from the University of Washington in 1979, and an MSD in periodontal prosthodontics in 1982, also from the University of Washington.

Dr. Spear has been recognized by numerous associations for his contributions to dentistry. In 1993, he was awarded the Christensen Award for Excellence in Restorative Education from the Chicago Dental Society. In 1995, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry presented him with a special award for having advanced the Art and Science of cosmetic dentistry in the United States. In 1996, he received the Saul Schluger Memorial Award for Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning from the Seattle Study Club. In 2003 he and colleague Vincent G. Kokich were awarded the first ever Presidents Award for excellence in education from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He also earned the 2004 Distinguished Alumnus Award from Pacific Lutheran University his undergraduate Alma Mater. And in 2013 was named Distinguished Alumnus for the University of Washington School of Dentistry. In 2018 he received the first ever Charles Pincus - Ronald Goldstein Lifetime Achievement Award in Esthetic Dentistry from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

He belongs to multiple dental organizations including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the American College of Prosthodontics.

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Dental Digest Podcast FacebookJohn Featherstone, MSc, PhD, is Professor of Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and Dean of the School of Dentistry. He earned his M.Sc. in physical chemistry from the University of Manchester (UK) and a Ph.D. in chemistry from the University of Wellington (New Zealand). His research over the past 34 years has covered several aspects of cariology (study of tooth decay) including fluoride mechanisms of action, caries risk assessment, de- and remineralization of the teeth, apatite chemistry, salivary dysfunction, caries (tooth decay) prevention, and laser effects on dental hard tissues with emphasis on caries prevention and early caries removal. He is currently active in implementing caries management by risk assessment in several dental schools across the nation. He has won numerous national and international awards, including the International Association for Dental Research distinguished scientist award for research in dental caries (2000), the Zsolnai Prize from the European Caries Research Organization (2002) for his lifelong contributions to caries research, the “Ericsson Prize in Preventive Dentistry” by the Swedish Patent Fund (2002) and the Norton Ross Award for excellence in clinical research from the American Dental Association (2007). He has published over 200 manuscripts and book chapters. He is the principal investigator on one National Institutes of Health RO1 grant and co-investigator on five other NIH grants.

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Dental Digest Podcast FacebookJohn Featherstone, MSc, PhD, is Professor of Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and Dean of the School of Dentistry. He earned his M.Sc. in physical chemistry from the University of Manchester (UK) and a Ph.D. in chemistry from the University of Wellington (New Zealand). His research over the past 34 years has covered several aspects of cariology (study of tooth decay) including fluoride mechanisms of action, caries risk assessment, de- and remineralization of the teeth, apatite chemistry, salivary dysfunction, caries (tooth decay) prevention, and laser effects on dental hard tissues with emphasis on caries prevention and early caries removal. He is currently active in implementing caries management by risk assessment in several dental schools across the nation. He has won numerous national and international awards, including the International Association for Dental Research distinguished scientist award for research in dental caries (2000), the Zsolnai Prize from the European Caries Research Organization (2002) for his lifelong contributions to caries research, the “Ericsson Prize in Preventive Dentistry” by the Swedish Patent Fund (2002) and the Norton Ross Award for excellence in clinical research from the American Dental Association (2007). He has published over 200 manuscripts and book chapters. He is the principal investigator on one National Institutes of Health RO1 grant and co-investigator on five other NIH grants.

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Why is SEO important for marketing? https://searchengineland.com/guide/what-is-seo SEO is a fundamental part of digital marketing because people conduct trillions of searches every year, often with commercial intent to find information about products and services. Search is often the primary source of digital traffic for brands and complements other marketing channels. Greater visibility and ranking higher in search results than your competition can have a material impact on your bottom line.

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Dr. Corky Willhite has had a special interest in Cosmetic Dentistry since this rapidly progressing field was first being recognized. After graduating from the LSU School of Dentistry in 1979, he continued his education, taking time out of his private practice with a goal-to provide state-of-the-art cosmetic dental care. A growing reputation for excellence led to his being asked to share his expertise with colleagues. Now he lectures frequently to dental professionals across the country and internationally..

Professional Organizations and Continuing Education Dr. Willhite is also very active in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and received his Accreditation in 1991. The AACD is the largest organization dedicated to Cosmetic Dentistry in the world. In 1997, he was proud to become a Fellow, one of only about 50 out of over 7,000 academy members. He is also a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry and has served as a chair for many committees and as a board member and an officer of various dental associations. Being active in these organizations, as well as teaching other dentists through lectures and hands-on courses, keeps Dr. Willhite up-to-date on the latest developments in dentistry.

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Dr. McLaren is a Prosthodontist and Master Dental Ceramist. Dr. McLaren currently is the CEO of ArtOral America, which is a specialized high end private teaching institute based, in Park City Utah. He also maintains a private practice limited to prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry in which he did all of his own ceramics.

Originally, Dr. Mclaren attended the University of Redlands where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Magna Cum Laude. He received his D.D.S. from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, where he graduated Omicron Kappa Upsilon. After several years of general practice, he received his specialty certificate in Prosthodontics from UCLA School of Dentistry. Dr. McLaren is a member of the American College of Prosthodontists, Pacific Coast Society of Prosthodontists, International College of Prosthodontists, American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, International Society of Dental Ceramics, International Association of Dental Research, American Association of Dental Research, American Dental Association, and the California Dental Association.

Dr. McLaren is still actively involved in many areas of prosthodontic and materials research. He also has authored and/or co-authored over 90 articles. He is performing ongoing clinical research on various restorative systems. He has presented numerous lectures, hands-on clinics and postgraduate courses on ceramics and esthetics across the nation and internationally. He published a book on his ceramic techniques and features dental photographic art, entitled “The Art of Passion: Ceramics, Teeth, Faces, and Places”.

Dr. McLaren retired from Professorship from both UCLA and UAB School of Dentistry. He was the director of the UCLA Center for Esthetic Dentistry, a full time didactic and clinical program for graduate dentists. He was also the founder and director of the UCLA/LACC Master Dental Ceramist program. The post-graduate program is a full-time master ceramist program for dental technicians featuring extensive experience with the newest esthetic restorative systems. At UAB he was founder and first director of the Advanced Dental Esthetics, founder director of the Advanced Dental Esthetics, Restorative & Biomaterials Program, founder and director 3-year advanced ceramics and digital technology for technicians program, founder and director one-year esthetic and restorative fellowship Restorative & Biomaterials Program, founder and director 3-year advanced ceramics and digital technology for technicians program, founder and director one-year esthetic and restorative fellowship. Dr Mclaren was also an Adjunct Assistant Professor for the University of Oregon Dental School.

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Dr. Kyle Stanley, named "The Next Generation of Cosmetic Dentistry" by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, “The Top 10 Young Educators in Dentistry” by the Seattle Study Club, and "World's Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry" graduated from USC and then went on to complete a dental implant residency and dental implant specialty in Brazil. He is a researcher who has published in some of the top dental journals about esthetics, implants, and plastic surgery topics. With his company Pearl, he is changing the way patients are treated through artificial intelligence and is a leader in this field. Dr. Stanley is the most prominent advocate of mental health in dentistry and through his Light Side community has helped countless dentists reduce stress and anxiety. He maintains a private practice in Beverly Hills where he focuses on implant surgery and prosthetics.

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Dr. Adamo Notarantonio is a graduate of the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine (2002), where he received honors in both removable and fixed prosthodontics. He completed his residency in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry Program at Stony Brook in 2003, and was chosen by faculty to complete a second year as Chief Resident.

Dr. Adamo was accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in 2011, and recently received his Fellowship in the AACD. He is the only Accredited Fellow in New York State, and the 80th person worldwide to achieve this honor. He was further honored by the Academy when asked to serve as a consultant and examiner for the Accreditation and Fellowship processes.

In 2016, Dr. Adamo was awarded the AACD’s Rising Star Award. Dr. Adamo has been re-elected to serve on the American Board of Cosmetic Dentistry®, is the most recent past chairman of the ABCD, and has recently been appointed the Accreditation Chairman of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Adamo is a graduate of the Kois Center, where he studied under Dr. John Kois. He also has completed The Dawson Academy Core Curriculum. Dr. Adamo has received his fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He has been published in multiple dental journals and lectures nationally and internationally on such topics as CAD/CAM dentistry, implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, composite dentistry and dental photography. Dr. Adamo also volunteers his time at the NYU College of Dentistry where he is a Clinical Instructor in the Honors Aesthetics Program.

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Dr. Courtney Lavigne practiced restorative dentistry for a decade before selling her fee-for-service cosmetic practice to specialize in orthodontics. She earned her doctorate at the University of Connecticut, graduating at the top of her class and being inducted to Omicron Kappa Upsilon national honor society. During her ten years of practice she became the youngest female accredited through the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. She also gained fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry and the Pierre Fauchard Academy.

Dr. Lavigne has lectured nationally on clinical esthetic techniques, practice profitability, and patient communication. In 2014, she started a fee-for-service practice from scratch in Wayland, MA where she gained a reputation for esthetics and patient-centric care. She then went on to orthodontic residency at Tufts University.

Today she strives to use her distinctive experience in the two disciplines of restorative dentistry and orthodontics to improve interdisciplinary workflow and communication between the restorative quarterback and the specialists on the treatment team.

Dr. Courtney Lavigne is a native of Rhode Island and a graduate of LaSalle Academy in Providence. In her spare time she can be found with her husband Chris, their daughter Yvette, and their miniature labradoodle, Lenny. She is an avid snow-skier and water-skier, a mid-century modern furniture buff, and an interior design enthusiast. She’ll also talk your ear off about Jackson Hole or Maui, her two favorite places to visit.

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Dr. Adamo Notarantonio is a graduate of the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine (2002), where he received honors in both removable and fixed prosthodontics. He completed his residency in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry Program at Stony Brook in 2003, and was chosen by faculty to complete a second year as Chief Resident.

Dr. Adamo was accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in 2011, and recently received his Fellowship in the AACD. He is the only Accredited Fellow in New York State, and the 80th person worldwide to achieve this honor. He was further honored by the Academy when asked to serve as a consultant and examiner for the Accreditation and Fellowship processes.

In 2016, Dr. Adamo was awarded the AACD’s Rising Star Award. Dr. Adamo has been re-elected to serve on the American Board of Cosmetic Dentistry®, is the most recent past chairman of the ABCD, and has recently been appointed the Accreditation Chairman of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Adamo is a graduate of the Kois Center, where he studied under Dr. John Kois. He also has completed The Dawson Academy Core Curriculum. Dr. Adamo has received his fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He has been published in multiple dental journals and lectures nationally and internationally on such topics as CAD/CAM dentistry, implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, composite dentistry and dental photography. Dr. Adamo also volunteers his time at the NYU College of Dentistry where he is a Clinical Instructor in the Honors Aesthetics Program.

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Dr. Bob Margeas received his D.D.S. from the University of Iowa, College of Dentistry in 1986 and completed an A.E.G.D. residency in 1987. He is currently an adjunct professor in the Department of Operative Dentistry at the University of Iowa. Dr. Margeas is board certified by the American Board of Operative Dentistry and is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. He lectures on esthetic dentistry and has published numerous articles on the subject. Dr. Margeas maintains a private practice with a focus on comprehensive esthetic restorative dentistry in Des Moines, Iowa.

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Dr. Bob Margeas received his D.D.S. from the University of Iowa, College of Dentistry in 1986 and completed an A.E.G.D. residency in 1987. He is currently an adjunct professor in the Department of Operative Dentistry at the University of Iowa. Dr. Margeas is board certified by the American Board of Operative Dentistry and is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. He lectures on esthetic dentistry and has published numerous articles on the subject. Dr. Margeas maintains a private practice with a focus on comprehensive esthetic restorative dentistry in Des Moines, Iowa.

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Qualified at the Royal London Hospital in 1995; achieving a number of awards including The Constance Klein Memorial, The Stafford Millar, and The Malcolm Jenkins Scholarships, The American Association of Endodontics Prize and the Overall Award for Clinical Dentistry. After spending 3 years in oral surgery residency in London and a further year practicing restorative dentistry in London’s Harley Street Medical District, he relocated to Cornwall in the extreme southwest of England. Jason practices at Pure Dental Health and Wellbeing, Cornwall, UK where his main focus is microscope enhanced adhesive dentistry. His specific interest is direct composite resin artistry and minimally invasive all ceramic restorations.

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Qualified at the Royal London Hospital in 1995; achieving a number of awards including The Constance Klein Memorial, The Stafford Millar, and The Malcolm Jenkins Scholarships, The American Association of Endodontics Prize and the Overall Award for Clinical Dentistry. After spending 3 years in oral surgery residency in London and a further year practicing restorative dentistry in London’s Harley Street Medical District, he relocated to Cornwall in the extreme southwest of England. Jason practices at Pure Dental Health and Wellbeing, Cornwall, UK where his main focus is microscope enhanced adhesive dentistry. His specific interest is direct composite resin artistry and minimally invasive all ceramic restorations.

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Qualified at the Royal London Hospital in 1995; achieving a number of awards including The Constance Klein Memorial, The Stafford Millar, and The Malcolm Jenkins Scholarships, The American Association of Endodontics Prize and the Overall Award for Clinical Dentistry. After spending 3 years in oral surgery residency in London and a further year practicing restorative dentistry in London’s Harley Street Medical District, he relocated to Cornwall in the extreme southwest of England. Jason practices at Pure Dental Health and Wellbeing, Cornwall, UK where his main focus is microscope enhanced adhesive dentistry. His specific interest is direct composite resin artistry and minimally invasive all ceramic restorations.

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Jack Ferracane is Professor and Chair of Restorative Dentistry, and Division Director of Biomaterials and Biomechanics at Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon. Dr. Ferracane earned his Ph.D. in Biological Materials from Northwestern University. He is a founding fellow and past-President of the Academy of Dental Materials. He is a past-President of the American Association for Dental Research. He is the recipient of the Wilmer Souder Award from the Dental Materials Group of the IADR, the Founders Award from the Academy of Dental Materials, and the Hollenback Award from the Academy of Operative Dentistry. He is an honorary member of the American College of Dentists and the Oregon Dental Association. He has authored or co-authored several textbooks on dental materials and operative dentistry, and has published extensively on biomaterials. His research is funded by the NIH/NIDCR as well as private industry. He also is actively involved in the establishment and operation of networks designed to conduct dental clinical research in the private practice setting.

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Jack Ferracane is Professor and Chair of Restorative Dentistry, and Division Director of Biomaterials and Biomechanics at Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon. Dr. Ferracane earned his Ph.D. in Biological Materials from Northwestern University. He is a founding fellow and past-President of the Academy of Dental Materials. He is a past-President of the American Association for Dental Research. He is the recipient of the Wilmer Souder Award from the Dental Materials Group of the IADR, the Founders Award from the Academy of Dental Materials, and the Hollenback Award from the Academy of Operative Dentistry. He is an honorary member of the American College of Dentists and the Oregon Dental Association. He has authored or co-authored several textbooks on dental materials and operative dentistry, and has published extensively on biomaterials. His research is funded by the NIH/NIDCR as well as private industry. He also is actively involved in the establishment and operation of networks designed to conduct dental clinical research in the private practice setting.

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Dr. Douglas Terry received his D.D.S. from the University of Texas Health Science Center - Houston Dental Branch in 1978. He is an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, an active member of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, an associate member of the Brazilian Society of Aesthetic Dentistry, The American Prosthodontic Society, an honorary member of the Indian Academy of Restorative Dentistry, a past research associate for REALITY Research Lab and clinical associate for REALITY Publishing, also he has memberships in the International Association for Dental Research and the Academy of General Dentistry. He is a member of the editorial staff for the publication Practical Periodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry, a advisory board member of Esthetic Excellence Clinical Case Studies and Technique Review, editorial member of Contemporary Esthetic and Restorative Practice, Restorative Quarterly, Collaborative Techniques, Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, journal of the Indian Academy of Aesthetic and Cosmetic Dentistry, Ästhetische Zahnmedizin, Germany, Dentistry Today, TeamWork Media Germany, Private Dentistry, United Kingdom, and also a member of International Oral Design. He has received awards and published over 230 articles on various topics in esthetic dentistry in numerous languages and authored the textbook“Natural Aesthetics with Composite Resin.” He has lectured both nationally and internationally on numerous topics in aesthetic dentistry including hands on participation courses in direct bonding. He is an active consultant and product evaluator to several dental manufacturers in the area of new product development and refinement. He is an Assistant Professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry and Biomaterials, at the University of Texas Health Science Center Dental Branch at Houston, Texas. He has earned his fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry and the International Academy for Dental-Facial Esthetics. Dr. Terry is the founder and CEO of the Institute of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry. He maintains a private practice in Houston, Texas emphasizing aesthetic and restorative dentistry.

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Dr. Miles R. Cone is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and completed a three-year Prosthodontic residency program while serving in the United States Army before being honorably discharged as a field grade officer in the rank of Major. In addition to achieving board certification and diplomate status within his specialty, Dr. Cone has also successfully challenged all the requirements necessary to earn his designation as a Certified Dental Technician.

Currently, Dr. Cone’s career in civilian life revolves around his dual role as the owner of Nuance Dental Specialists, a private practice dental clinic limited to prosthetic dentistry in the heart of Portland, ME, and his role as Editor in Chief of the American College of Prosthodontists’ quarterly publication, The Messenger. He is also a member of Catapult Education’s speakers bureau and evaluates new products for numerous dental manufacturers.

When Dr. Cone is not at the chair, in the classroom teaching, or at the lab bench, he can be found lecturing on the international circuit and publishing extensively in peer-reviewed journals.

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Dr. Mitrani has authored many scientific articles and chapters in textbooks on implant prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry. He has given more than 500 lectures in 30 countries, maintains a private practice in Mexico City limited to prosthodontics and implants, serves as an instructor in Spear Seminars, frequently contributes to Spear Digest, and develops numerous lessons for Spear Online.

A member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the International College of Dentistry, Dr. Mitrani also serves on the editorial boards of numerous peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry and the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry. He holds academic affiliation at the National University of Mexico and serves as affiliate associate professor at the University of Washington.

Dr. Mitrani received his D.D.S. degree from the UNITEC University of Mexico City. He then obtained a certificate in prosthodontics and M.S.D. in dentistry from the University of Washington, where he served as the graduate prosthodontics program’s assistant director in 2001.

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Dr. Tomas Linkevicius has received DDS degree in 2000 in Kaunas University, Lithuania. In 2004 he finished post-graduate program in prosthodontics in Vilnius University. In 2009 he has defended theses “The influence of mucosal tissue thickness on crestal bone stability around dental implants” and received PhD degree in Riga Stradins University, Latvia. Currently, dr. Tomas Linkevicius serves as Assoc. Professor in Institute of Odontology, Vilnius University. He also works in private practice “Vilnius Implantology Center” and is a founder of private research center “Vilnius Research Group”.

Dr. Tomas Linkevicius serves as a reviewer in dental journals, like “International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants”, “Journal of Periodontology”, “Clinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research” and “Journal of Clinical Periodontology”. He is the author and co-author of many articles in international journals, indexed in PubMed. Dr. Tomas Linkevicius lectures internationally and conducts extensive research in implant dentistry. He holds the patent for invention in implant prosthodontics.

He is a member of European Association for Osseointegration (EAO) and is active in national organizations. In 2009 he has received National Lithuanian Young Scientist Award. In 2012 he was participant of the 3rd EAO Consensus meeting in Pfaffikon, Switzerland.

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Dr. Tomas Linkevicius has received DDS degree in 2000 in Kaunas University, Lithuania. In 2004 he finished post-graduate program in prosthodontics in Vilnius University. In 2009 he has defended theses “The influence of mucosal tissue thickness on crestal bone stability around dental implants” and received PhD degree in Riga Stradins University, Latvia. Currently, dr. Tomas Linkevicius serves as Assoc. Professor in Institute of Odontology, Vilnius University. He also works in private practice “Vilnius Implantology Center” and is a founder of private research center “Vilnius Research Group”.

Dr. Tomas Linkevicius serves as a reviewer in dental journals, like “International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants”, “Journal of Periodontology”, “Clinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research” and “Journal of Clinical Periodontology”. He is the author and co-author of many articles in international journals, indexed in PubMed. Dr. Tomas Linkevicius lectures internationally and conducts extensive research in implant dentistry. He holds the patent for invention in implant prosthodontics.

He is a member of European Association for Osseointegration (EAO) and is active in national organizations. In 2009 he has received National Lithuanian Young Scientist Award. In 2012 he was participant of the 3rd EAO Consensus meeting in Pfaffikon, Switzerland.

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Dental materials master Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman will be talking about zirconia's properties and what is relevant to you. Education * BDS, University of Mosul, 2003 * PhD, Biomaterial Sciences, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and University of Turku, 2015

Research Interests Education research, caries, prevention, polymerization, polymers, tooth wear, enamel, dentin, lasers, biomechanics, implantology

Research Summary Sulaiman’s area of research focuses on multidisciplinary translational research, with in-vitro investigation of biomaterials that can have the maximum clinical relevance. He is developing novel biomaterials in addition to testings that can help provide a blue print for further clinical investigations.

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Dental materials master Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman will be talking about zirconia's properties and what is relevant to you. Education * BDS, University of Mosul, 2003 * PhD, Biomaterial Sciences, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and University of Turku, 2015

Research Interests Education research, caries, prevention, polymerization, polymers, tooth wear, enamel, dentin, lasers, biomechanics, implantology

Research Summary Sulaiman’s area of research focuses on multidisciplinary translational research, with in-vitro investigation of biomaterials that can have the maximum clinical relevance. He is developing novel biomaterials in addition to testings that can help provide a blue print for further clinical investigations.

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Dr. DeWood is Executive Vice President of Spear Education. As one of the founding members of Spear, he directed Curriculum and Clinical Education for nearly a decade prior to joining in the launch of Spear Practice Solutions. Today, he splits time between teaching and consulting.

Dr. DeWood serves as an instructor in multiple Spear Workshops, including Facially Generated Treatment Planning, Occlusion in Clinical Practice, Advanced Occlusion, Sleep Medicine in the Dental Practice and a special focus workshop on temporomandibular disorder. He also maintains a limited private practice on the Spear Campus in Scottsdale, Arizona, and lectures nationally and internationally on practice management, treatment planning, case management, case acceptance, TMD diagnosis, appliance therapy, occlusion, and esthetics.

Prior to his contributions at Spear, Dr. DeWood maintained a private restorative general practice with his wife and fellow Spear Resident Faculty member, Dr. Cheryl DeWood, in Pemberville, Ohio, before dedicating most of his time to teaching full time. With 40 years in general dentistry, he provides a unique perspective to the application of the dental principles taught at Spear. He has spent years focused on diagnosing and treating functional occlusal problems and TMD, and as part of that focus completed the craniofacial pain mini-residency at the University of Florida College of Dentistry in the early 1990s.

Dr. DeWood served as clinical director at The Pankey Institute from 2003 to 2008. He has held appointments as associate professor at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry and assistant professor at the University of Toledo College of Medicine. He earned his D.D.S. from Case Western Reserve University in 1980 and an M.S. degree in biomedical sciences from the University of Toledo College of Medicine in 2004.

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Dr. DeWood is Executive Vice President of Spear Education. As one of the founding members of Spear, he directed Curriculum and Clinical Education for nearly a decade prior to joining in the launch of Spear Practice Solutions. Today, he splits time between teaching and consulting.

Dr. DeWood serves as an instructor in multiple Spear Workshops, including Facially Generated Treatment Planning, Occlusion in Clinical Practice, Advanced Occlusion, Sleep Medicine in the Dental Practice and a special focus workshop on temporomandibular disorder. He also maintains a limited private practice on the Spear Campus in Scottsdale, Arizona, and lectures nationally and internationally on practice management, treatment planning, case management, case acceptance, TMD diagnosis, appliance therapy, occlusion, and esthetics.

Prior to his contributions at Spear, Dr. DeWood maintained a private restorative general practice with his wife and fellow Spear Resident Faculty member, Dr. Cheryl DeWood, in Pemberville, Ohio, before dedicating most of his time to teaching full time. With 40 years in general dentistry, he provides a unique perspective to the application of the dental principles taught at Spear. He has spent years focused on diagnosing and treating functional occlusal problems and TMD, and as part of that focus completed the craniofacial pain mini-residency at the University of Florida College of Dentistry in the early 1990s.

Dr. DeWood served as clinical director at The Pankey Institute from 2003 to 2008. He has held appointments as associate professor at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry and assistant professor at the University of Toledo College of Medicine. He earned his D.D.S. from Case Western Reserve University in 1980 and an M.S. degree in biomedical sciences from the University of Toledo College of Medicine in 2004.

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Dr. Gunson is a board certified oral maxillofacial surgeon, resident faculty at spear education and lectures nationally and internationally on topics related to orthognathic surgery, OSA and facial esthetics

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We're going to be talking all about facial and airway growth and development. We'll talk about how improper development can lead to diseases and conditions like sleep apnea. In this episode we're going to answer questions such as how poor growth patterns can lead to conditions such as excessive gingival display, or a gummy smile, a deficient mandible or maxilla or TMD. We'll also discuss the role we as dentists play in all of this. My guest this week is both Dr. Rebecca Bockow and Dr. Michael Gunson. Dr. Bockow is a board certified orthodontist and periodontist. She's an affiliate assistant professor at the university of washington, maintains a private practice in seattle and is faculty at spear education. Dr. Gunson is a board certified oral maxillofacial surgeon, resident faculty at spear education and lectures nationally and internationally on topics related to orthognathic surgery, OSA and facial esthetics

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We're going to be talking all about facial and airway growth and development. We'll talk about how improper development can lead to diseases and conditions like sleep apnea. In this episode we're going to answer questions such as how poor growth patterns can lead to conditions such as excessive gingival display, or a gummy smile, a deficient mandible or maxilla or TMD. We'll also discuss the role we as dentists play in all of this. My guest this week is both Dr. Rebecca Bockow and Dr. Michael Gunson. Dr. Bockow is a board certified orthodontist and periodontist. She's an affiliate assistant professor at the university of washington, maintains a private practice in seattle and is faculty at spear education. Dr. Gunson is a board certified oral maxillofacial surgeon, resident faculty at spear education and lectures nationally and internationally on topics related to orthognathic surgery, OSA and facial esthetics

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Today we'll be talking about occlusion, TMJ, TMD, joint based occlusion, the fee for service practice and what it means to be a fee for outcome practice.

My guest this week is Dr. James Otten. He's lectured nationally and internationally. He's a former visiting faculty member at the pankey institute and currently visiting faculty at spear education. He's a an active member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry. Finally, he and Dr. Bill Robbins co-founded the global diagnosis education study club.

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Today we'll be talking about the topic that can really feel like the big black box and that would be occlusion, how it can go wrong, our misconceptions as a profession and the tempromandibular joint.

My guest this week is Dr. James Otten. He's lectured nationally and internationally. He's a former visiting faculty member at the pankey institute and currently visiting faculty at spear education. He's a an active member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry. Finally, he and Dr. Bill Robbins co-founded the global diagnosis education study club.

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My guest this week is Dr. Christian Coachman and we'll be talking about Digital Smile Design.

Speaker 1: [00:00:03] You need to first design the smile. You need to design where you want to be even before knowing how to get there. First set design where you want to be. What is the ideal position of the upper teeth, bone and gum in relationship with the face? Not in relationship with whatever is in the mouth. [00:00:22][19.4]

Speaker 2: [00:00:27] Welcome to Dental Digest. Listen, dentistry is rapidly changing and this podcast exists so you can have real time updates to changes in delight occasion research and technology. Dr. Christine Curtin, the founder and CEO of the Digital Smile Design Company. Former president of the Brazilian Academy of Historic Dentistry in Global Phenomenon is back this week. In this episode, you're going to learn about how to incorporate dentistry and true planning in esthetic dentistry. You'll learn what you can be doing differently in your treatment plan and why you should take a basically general approach to your cases. All right, let's jump in. [00:01:03][35.9]

Speaker 3: [00:01:04] Welcome to Dental Digest. This is a podcast devoted to. [00:01:07][3.6]

Speaker 1: [00:01:08] Following evidence based. [00:01:08][0.9]

Speaker 3: [00:01:09] Dental literature. Here's your host, Dr. Melissa Seibert. [00:01:11][2.7]

Speaker 1: [00:01:12] She's a dentist currently practicing in the Air Force. With that being said, nothing contained within this podcast is intended to be reflective or endorsed by the U.S. Air Force. [00:01:21][8.3]

Speaker 2: [00:01:21] Today's podcast is sponsored by Legwork. Your one stop shop for tracking, retaining and delivering patient happiness attract new patients with digital ads, then convert them into lifelong customers through a dental website that integrates with your office phones and patient engagement software. Keep your seats filled with happy patients using tools like tool texting and automated reminders as a dental digest listener. You can get your first six for no pay at legwork icon slash dental digest. And so talk to us also about your implementation of tooth libraries. Can you tell us a bit about that? [00:02:02][40.2]

Speaker 1: [00:02:02] This is another concept that we were able to help spread that I think it's a revolution in restorative dentistry. You know, I was able to to learn back in 2011, 12 from one of my mentors in Brazil, an amazing dentist technician. That was the first one to bring this idea of using natural teeth as your guide to manufacture restorations. Of course, natural teeth were always the inspiration. So we as technicians, we were studying natural teeth to try to reproduce with our own hands, either with wax or with ceramics, and building their morphology with our own hands inspired by the natural morphology. And this teacher, Dr. Paolo Chernoff, he came with the idea, you know, why should we try? To replicate nature with our own hands if we can literally copy nature 100% with scanners. And when he first said that to me, it was so clear. You know, that's obvious in the future. At that time, two dozen, 11, 12, I was thinking in the future, we're not going to shape deep with our own hands because it makes no sense. We going to scan natural teeth and we can scan anybody that has beautiful dentition and save these scams into the libraries of our software. And when I'm digitally waxing up your case instead of designing with my own hands, I'm going to copy and paste the natural morphology of the most beautiful teeth on Earth. And then I'm going to design your mockups, design your provisionals, and design your final restorations with that. The only thing that needs to be done here is to understand that if you want to use natural libraries in your software and they look amazing because they're natural to keep that beauty in the patient's real mouth, you need to accept the principle and the concept of monolithic restorations because you need to milk or you need to treat the restoration. And if you touch the surface or you cut back to layer on top of it, you're back to scratch your back into your own morphology. So the natural library concept comes hand-in-hand with the monolithic restoration concept, and these two concepts together are allowing so many dentists and technicians to finally do beautiful natural work without having to be a michaelangelo of dentistry. [00:04:45][162.4]

Speaker 2: [00:04:46] Help me understand a little bit. Is this something that you did? Are you a part of creating these libraries, or is this a technology that you advocate for implementing? I'm sorry. You have to pardon my ignorance. I'm not quite as familiar with this. [00:04:57][10.8]

Speaker 1: [00:04:58] So we were the first ones to develop digital 3D libraries and do diagnostic wax in 3D with natural libraries and then design CAD cam restorations with natural libraries, mill these restorations and places in the mouth. So this is what we call the complete digital natural restorative workflow. Okay. Inspired by this initial idea from Dr. Paolo Garneau. That was the first one to mention something like that. We were the first ones to then bring this to the digital world and make it restored. The first two patients back in 2014 with this complete digital workflow with natural libraries. [00:05:43][45.3]

Speaker 2: [00:05:44] What ceramic materials do you advocate for using when you're trying to design beautiful interior restorations? Do you like lithium de silicate zirconia feldspar? They porcelain. What do you like? [00:05:54][10.3]

Speaker 1: [00:05:55] I like all of them. I like all of them. And the key is beautiful. Natural morphology. Beautiful natural morphology makes every material looks beautiful. We can't beat nature. It makes no sense. So it's amazing, you know, when you use natural libraries and then you manufacture these with natural libraries, they come out of the machine really looking beautiful because it's a copy paste of a natural tooth, you know? So all the materials will work fine. We work a lot with Legion Basilica, we work a lot with film spectacle. So just to emphasize, we do 100% related and we do 100% digital. Everything we do is digital and monolithic with natural libraries. We do hundreds and hundreds of anti restorations every month, and that's how we do all of them. Of course that if we are trying case in the business models and it doesn't look good, we're going to do everything we can to save the case too. So the patience problem and make the modifications that make them happy. And if we need to touch with our own hands and and save the case, we will. So that's one point. But we always do everything digital and most of the times we don't have to really modify them too much with our own lens because they come out of the machine already looking good. So these interior monolithic restorations we usually do with Emacs or Empress multicolor blocks, we also do translucent zirconia. They work fine. We also do hybrid materials, composite blocks. They all look beautiful as well. So it's a matter of mature selection for any biological, functional reason and value selection. How do you pick the right materials to give the value that you want? [00:07:54][118.7]

Speaker 2: [00:07:54] One of the things that is such a challenge for dentists and oftentimes overlooked, but this is invaluable. Is shade selection in with your background? How would you recommend Dennis communicate Shade to the lab? Some Dennis would say that they actually have the patient go to the lab and then the lab technician themselves is doing the shade matching. But that's just so rarely practical because oftentimes the lab might be even in the different country. So what information should a Dennis be gathering to effectively communicate shade to the lab? [00:08:22][27.7]

Speaker 1: [00:08:23] So we need to we probably should divide this topic into are we talking about cases with one or just the few restorations that you need to match remaining dental of the remaining dentition? So a single central, central lateral, you know, lateral pane. So the case is where you have everything natural and a few restorations that you need to match. This has a complete different protocol than the cases that you're doing, the full smile, right? The cases that you're doing, the full smile. The challenge here, as I mentioned, is value. You need to you want to pick the right event. Okay. You're not matching anything. You just don't want the full set to be too great or too great. You want the right then. Okay, so value communication depends on experience. You need to understand the color of the remaining track, the color that the patient wants, and how much space for the restoration. These three these are the three pieces of information that your technician needs to know to select the material for the right value. Right. So about the color is the right value. So you take a picture with the shade guides and the tooth perhaps, or the something simple. Sent to the lab. You tell the lab what is the final color value that the patient wants? Sent to the lab and in the software, the lab already knows the clearance, so we need to do the math. As we say, initial color, final color and clearance. Now, a good technician and good lab. By doing several cases, hundreds of cases, they're going to become good on understanding the combination of these three factors. What block should they pick to generate the value that the patient's patient want on full set? If you're talking about single restorations to match to natural teeth, then of course the color matching becomes a little bit more challenging. The shape is not the challenge anymore because as you scan the patient, you can use the natural remaining to even just flip to the other side and make the perfect morphology so it becomes, you know, how tricky the color is. If the color of the natural and tissue remaining tissue is not that complex, you can still solve with monolithic restorations, and labs are becoming better and better on matching monolithic restorations to match the tissue. If you see that the natural incision over patient does have very unique internal characterizations. This is one of the few situations where. Cutting back and layering ceramics. Old school is still necessary. And for that, this is the situation where top technicians usually want to see the patient life. But as you said, is very unrealistic for 90% of the dentists. So, again, what you need to do is just. There are some very simple photography protocols that you can use to generate these images to send to the lab to help the lab increase the chances of magic. What I used to do was to then to have the doctor try in before finishing the crown in a certain phase, maybe with two bakes and one final bake to be done, and then make some pictures to understand how close I am. To allow me to fix. To fine tune. The final layering to make the ideal match. [00:12:17][234.4]

Speaker 2: [00:12:18] Would you advocate for the use of polarized light and gray cards? Is that effective? [00:12:23][4.8]

Speaker 1: [00:12:23] Yeah. People or people? I would say we love to complicate our lives and people like to create new things to just create something. So the polarized photo and it's something beautiful for lectures. I never used it and I was able to match single central without it. You take a very good photo. Normal photo with some tricks to make the light place in the light in a way that you don't have the reflection. So you see the characteristics of the teeth. For a single central if if it is, of course, a full mouth, then it's completely useless. But if you're doing a single central, the polarized photo may allow you to see a little bit better the inner structures of the tooth and allow you to kind of inspire you on the build up to match that. But if you take a very good picture without the polarized filter, I was always able to to see as well what I needed. But yeah, it's possible for single centrals when the natural two is very complex. Maybe it can add some value. The green card is a way to calibrate, to calibrate the color of the camera, to allow, you know, then you can use some people developed techniques on Photoshop that you can kind of define the value in the Chroma on the hue of the restoration through some numbers in the Photoshop. And then they try to link these numbers to the ceramic system saying that if it's Photoshop, whatever, number, X, Y, Z, you go to the ceramic and you mix this and this and this, then this file that you get that same color. Honestly speaking, it's just too complicated. And I can tell you that the best ceramics in the world, at the end of the day, they're using their experience. They're looking at the picture and only the experience by doing dozens, hundreds of times these type of cases to allow you to understand which powders to use in the amount that needs to be used, with the mixture that needs to be used, that this single central case is still today, 21st century. They are still done in a very old school way. You know, it is still an art. It's still an art. [00:14:56][152.9]

Speaker 2: [00:14:57] What are these techniques with light that you're referencing? [00:14:59][2.1]

Speaker 1: [00:15:00] So, for example, the the traditional flash, you know, the dentist use the ring flash, you know, it generates a straight and strong light. And that's the worse to see things, right? So usually you can see better when the light is not straight is lateral and when the light is not strong is soft. So direct light straight is not ideal. Lateral indirect light is good. So utilizing an arm for your flashes and moving the flashes, a ray from the lens, moving the flashes backwards and putting a bouncer to bounce the light or using certain filters. These are techniques that every artistic technician, artistic dentist has been using for 15 years, you know, to take beautiful pictures of the tissue. The two tricks is indirect and lateral light. [00:16:04][63.6]

Speaker 2: [00:16:05] So the question that I've been dying to ask you about as well is how are you using keynote and PowerPoint for digital smile design? This is something that you're renowned for. And it's it's very interesting. [00:16:15][10.9]

Speaker 1: [00:16:16] This is what we call the vintage. The yes, the there was the how I started. Right. How the whole. So what happened was that, as I mentioned, lecturing was a passion. So in 2004 five, I started to learn PowerPoint and then keener to put lectures again. And I would finish a nice case and I would say, okay, this is a cool case for a lecture. Fantastic. Let me get grabbed in the documentation and let me put a lecture together about this case. As I was putting the lecture together about the case, firstly I started to identify mistakes that we did on the treatment. Second, I realized that I was learning more about the case when I was building the lecture. Then when I was starting to plan the case. Unfortunately, it was too late because the case was already finished. So when I started to realize was inside Keynote and PowerPoint, you have so many tools and so many tricks that you can play with the images, with the possible manipulations of these images, with placing lines and references and doing drawings. So I was doing all these drawings and guidelines to try to explain to my public, to my audience, how good I was. And instead, I was identified. The mistakes that I did. Right. So I, of course, said to myself, I need to start using these tricks, not at the end to put a lecture together, but at the beginning to make better decisions to treatment plan, to not make these mistakes. So in 2006 seven, I started to use little by little. I started first to demand from my clients dentists to send me facial pictures of their patients, not only intraoral pictures, but also facial pictures. And I started to develop a protocol on how to bring these facial pictures to the slide and transformed PowerPoint and keynote into a dental software. And every day learning a new trick. You know, ways to analyze sizes and shapes and measure harmony and balance and arrangement, facial integration and all the principles that we learn from oral facial norms and denture principles, and so full of measured principles and automatic principles. All these principles that helps you. Design is mine only with the phase I started to bring into into PowerPoint and Keynote. Little by little, it became a protocol I started to use in every single case, and then people started to see it and think, This is very cool. Can you teach me? And then I started to show it to colleagues and friends and then small groups and then little courses and then bigger courses than courses all over the world. And that's how the whole thing started. Of course, that today. Today things changed because at that time there was no 3D software. All I had was 2D PowerPoint keynote. And then from that 2D, I developed a technique that also exploded all over on how to make measurements and guides in PowerPoint keynote and then translate to the stone model to guide to wax it. So it was what I called a facially driven, handmade wax set, and that was the big a big hit until 2014. Or that was my main way to work until 14, when we moved completely in three into 3D. And now everything is inside the 3D software. But but we still use PowerPoint Keynote as the digital chart of the patient and everything we do in the 3D software, those three screens and video recordings that I mentioned to you, everything goes inside PowerPoint and Keynote and PowerPoint. The keynote is where we organize the digital information of the patient and what we use to present to the patient. [00:20:24][247.9]

Speaker 2: [00:20:25] I think it's funny that you say that this is vintage, because for many dummies this is still very cutting edge. And I think this technique is phenomenal because, listen, investing in some of this technology is very, very expensive. And this is such a great way for people to get their feet wet and get started. So would you make this actionable? Can you help us understand how are you doing this? Are you actually tracing the design of the teeth on keynote? Would you explain this a little more? [00:20:50][25.1]

Speaker 1: [00:20:51] So in Europe, I call it vintage. Of course, we work with 3D technology nowadays, and 3D technology is becoming very popular and very democratic. And of course, everybody is going to go there. But we still have hundreds, even thousands of doctors utilizing this vintage way, and that is very useful and very efficient. And people are doing better dentistry because of that. And I get messages every day from people saying, look, I didn't have the time or the opportunity to jump into 3D, blah, blah, blah. I know this is the future, but I'm very grateful that I have these tools that I can do for free and I can do it myself and I can communicate better with my lab. And my lab doesn't have any technology. We are in the countryside of India, you know, in the middle of Brazil. And all we have is this and it's helping us to do better. So I am very proud of this. And I think that you need to do whatever you can with whatever you have to do the best you can. And that is fantastic. So we still have online the videos that people can access for free on YouTube, on our YouTube channel of how to do the vintage DST, 2D facial analysis, 2D small design on Keynote and PowerPoint. Then the digital ruler that we invented that you place into the slide that you can calibrate and make the measurements between where you are and where you want to be. So let's say you put the patient's picture in that slide, you grab the templates you put over, you design the smile in 2D. So, you know, you see where the patient is. So let's say there's a chef and there's a cat and the teeth are small. You draw the ideal smile on top based on the face. So you have all the lines, the facial midline smile, curved tooth proportion, inter dental proportion, gingival fulfilling position. So what we call the smile frame that we developed, the ten steps of the smile frame that we used. So today on 3D, the same 2D or 3D, the smile frame process, ten steps. So use those ten steps on the 2D. So now what you see very clear is where you are and where you want to be. So let's say the incisal edge is here and the midline is here, and you want them in light to be there and the incisors to be there. So what you do is you take the digital ruler, you match the measurement, so you calibrate the ruler and then you measure, for example, that on the cervical of the tooth you need to shift the midline one millimeter, and on the incisal you need to shift 1.5. And that will fix the shift and the cat. And that on the incisal edge, on the distal corner, you want to lengthen half a millimeter and the medial 1.5 millimeters. So you have those measurements, you start making the measurements, you go to your model, you take a. Caliper. You start making the measurements tomorrow with the pencil and you start throwing the wax on top of it, guided by these measurements, and you can use the barrier probes in the wax to measure the thickness of the wax. You know, you melt the wax and you put the burial probe and you start guiding the volumes and the position of the wax midline in size of large volumes, gingival margins proportions. And your handmade wax can actually look very like your 2D drawings on PowerPoint. Of course, you need to know how to use PowerPoint or keynote, and you need to be a very good waxer. There's no magic here. You need to be a very good wax. If you have those two skills, you'll watch the video on YouTube on how to do it. And you can start tomorrow and you're going to have quite a lot of problems in terms of the misplacement of the midline, the size of add your own proportions and even beautiful lines and all these things. [00:24:47][236.1]

Speaker 2: [00:24:48] No, I think this is such a cool innovation and I love that because again, Denis, I might not have access to some of these technologies. This is a great way for them to get started. So why should Denis why should their treatment plans be facially driven? Denis Of the highest echelon in dentistry, this is something that they advocate for. But oftentimes, unfortunately, the default when it comes to treatment planning is we're just thinking of disease control, starting with posterior teeth in the mouth. But why do we need to start with the smile first? [00:25:13][25.4]

Speaker 1: [00:25:14] So this is all about what we learned. You know, this is not something that we at DSD invented. We we what we do is to translate into the digital world, the beautiful, beautiful things that we learn from mentors like Rick Rowley, John Kois, Frank Sfeir, Bill Robbins, Jeff Rouse, Peter Dawson, Jack. She's just come one year. You know, they they all they all talk about the same thing, facially driven treatment planning, facial generated treatment plans. What does that mean? It means that you need to design a smile first before you plan the treatment. It's like an architect. First you design the project and after you engineer how to make that project possible. And even though it's pretty obvious, unfortunately in dentistry, too many people invert those things. They start treatment, planning the solutions. And then in the middle of the process, they say, Oh, this is more or less where we're going to end and let's hope for the best. You know, if if you think like an engineer, if you think like an architect, it's pretty obvious. Start with the end in mind. As Peter Dutton said, if you know where you want to go, it's easier to get there. Period. What it means, you know where you want to go. It means you need to first design the small. You need to design where you want to be even before knowing how to get there. First set design where you want to be. What is the ideal position of the upper teeth, bone and gum in relationship with the face? Not in relationship with whatever is in the mouth. Because that will change. May change, and you probably want to change many other things. So you cannot treatment plan based on whatever is in the mouth. You need to treatment plan based on the face and nowadays face and every face. And these are the two guidelines to let you know where the upper teeth should be for ideal facial harmony and ideal and weight. So when you know where you want to be in treating the teeth, bone and gum, this is where you want to be. Now you need to compare where you want to be and where you are and understand the discrepancies. And then you need to ask yourself, what is the treatment plan? And that's only then that you need to use your skills and the specialty skills of your team members to start understanding. This is the ideal outcome we want. This is where we want to be. Is it possible? Do we really want to offer this to the patient? Is this realistic? How challenging it is? How much time do we need? You know, does the patient want to go through this process? And many times, of course, the ideal project is not feasible. It's not possible. It's not realistic financially, maybe to too much time the patient doesn't want for any reason. Many times the ideal is not possible, and only then you adapt the ideal to something that you think is more realistic. But as we say, give ideal a chance. Give the face a chance, give the airway a chance. Start from ideal reverse engineer the treatment plan, start from smile design and then build your treatment plan. [00:28:47][213.6]

Speaker 2: [00:28:48] Would you almost say that this is analogous to dentures? You know, some of the greatest minds when it comes to treatment planning correlated to dentures. They say, you know, when we're selling denture teeth, what are we starting with or starting with? Where do we want eight and nine to go once we know that we know everything else? And it's perhaps the same way with Smile Design. Perhaps fewer dentists are doing dentures today, but we can't forsake these principles 100%. [00:29:10][21.8]

Speaker 1: [00:29:13] This is exactly what we say. The only dentists that are treatment planning properly always are the ones treating full evangelist's patients and why their treatment planning? Ideally, always not because they're better, but because they have no other option. There's nothing in them up so they cannot treatment plan based on whatever is in the mouth. The only thing they have is the face. So they need to start from the face and then they design over the wax rim. They design where the teeth should be first. Then one of the gun should be first. And then they look at that and say, okay. This is what we're going to do. This is where we're going to place the influence we need to cut the budget. We need to raise the interface. We need to grab. We need to do the after after they set up the T. So this is because, you know, naturally, when you're treating a dangerous patients, you have to think the right way and you need to start outside in. Now, if the patient has teeth and an existing bite, you need to think exactly the same way by allowing yourself to ignore the existing bite for a moment. Ignore the existing teeth for a moment, look at the face, look at the enemy, and envision and plan the ideal and then build a plan. [00:30:38][85.1]

Speaker 2: [00:30:38] Dr. Coachman, it has been just incredible to have you on. What message would you like to leave us with? What closing thoughts do you have? [00:30:45][6.6]

Speaker 1: [00:30:46] I would say, you know, congratulations to all for picking this amazing profession. There's no better moment in the history of dentistry to be a dentist than the moment we live nowadays. It is definitely the most exciting moment. Of course, the world is going through tough moments, but dentistry showed amazing resilience and we were able to see for the last two years how important dentistry is, how vital what we do is for people, and how strong is our business. Even on super tough moments like the ones we left. So I think we are just very, very lucky to be in the dental business mainly, also because we are just discovering the real power of what we do. I think that the next decade will be the decade, hopefully that dentistry will play the role that dentistry deserves in the medical field. We're going to we're going to enter. This position of really going way beyond just treating decays and doing cute smiles. And we're going to discover the depth of what we do in terms of systemic connection, biological importance, the impact on breathing energy and sleep quality related to dentistry, the relationship between function and posture that impact on people's life emotionally. Even more so, all of these topics that are starting to be explored now will show the world the importance of dentistry in people's well-being. So it's just amazing to be in this moment in time, inside a profession that is reinventing itself. [00:32:44][117.7]

Speaker 2: [00:32:45] And you provide a lot of educational resources. If they want to learn more from you, where can they go? [00:32:49][4.8]

Speaker 1: [00:32:50] So the best way first is to go to our website. Our website has a lot of information, digital smile, design dot com, digital smile designed icon courses, and you're going to see our main course. The entry course is called DACA residency. That is the residency is a three day course where explain we explain the full concept. It's a three day course that we do in this year. We're going to do in Miami and Las Vegas. This residency, of course, social media. I'm very, very active on Instagram. Chris Coachman or Digital Smile Design, both accounts. We share a lot of content, a lot of insights, tips and tricks. So if you follow us on Instagram, you're going to get a lot of information. And also we talk about the courses as well. So I think these are the two ways to interact with me personally and with my team. [00:33:47][56.9]

Speaker 2: [00:33:51] Pay raise, believe it or not, ratings for this podcast on Apple Podcasts app actually really matter. So if you like this show and it's helpful to you, would you please be sure to leave a rating and subscribe on the Apple Podcast app? And as always, please send a direct message on podcast and screen, which is done on that is podcast. All right. I'll see you next week. [00:33:51][0.0]

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Speaker 2: [00:01:56] So I'm here with Christian Coach and I'm a huge fan of your work. I'm a huge fan of what you've done for digital dentistry and integrating it into dentistry. I'm a big fan of just everything you've brought. So would you just start by telling us your story? You have a bit of a unique story. [00:02:11][15.4]

Speaker 1: [00:02:12] Thank you for having me here. Great pleasure to participate and share a little bit of my story. And so my story starts in Sao Paulo, Brazil, where I was born and raised, where I went to dental school at the University of Sao Paolo, where I did my dental technician course as well. And in starting in 95, I started to work as a technician for my father and then started to work with other Brazilian doctors. And I was able to grow into this position as a dental technician, creating a certain reputation in Brazil. And because of that, I was invited in 2004 to join Team Atlanta in the US was a big move for me at that time, became their head ceramicist and worked there for almost five years. And of course I was able there as well to pursue another passion of mine that is lecturing and teaching. Since they were all very well-known speakers, I was able to to learn from them and to also they opened doors for me and I started to lecture all over. And during that time as well, I started to develop the concept of digital smile design. That was basically a concept of improving the dentist technician communication, and it grew into something much bigger. And that was 2007 eight nine, when social media was growing. I was able to get that wave and really be one of the first ones to start promoting my work in social media. That took me all over the world and travel a lot. From 2009 to 2014 into 2014, the DST concept got a little bit more mature and 3D technology started to kick in and we then partnered with software company and developed the center here in Madrid. My two brothers. Then I was able to convince my brothers to join the project and moved to Madrid to start running the project here since I was traveling all over. The project grew and two years ago I moved with family here to Madrid as well. And that's exactly what I'm speaking now from my home in Madrid. [00:04:38][145.9]

Speaker 2: [00:04:39] And so I've heard a little bit about your story from our mutual friend Dr. Bill Robbins, also a big fan of his work. And he said that effectively what you've created all kind of started because you were trying to find a way for the dentist to better communicate with you and to have better back and forth communication. [00:04:55][16.2]

Speaker 1: [00:04:57] Mm hmm. Yeah. I remember many years ago, I was hearing I was reading somebody talking about communication outside dentistry, and they mentioned that two thirds of all the problems in human history are related to bad communication from family problems all the way to world wars, the lack of communication skills. So I was always very passionate about communication that combined with my passion for teaching. And I realized that a lot of our problems, they come from not being trained on communication strategies, dentist, technician and also anticipation. So I started to really absorb and analyze the communication process and started to develop ideas on how to improve that dentist technician communication, to improve efficiency, to understand, to pass better information and to minimize errors and to save time in the patient's mouth, basically. And then on the other side with the patient, improve communication with the patient to calibrate expectations and to create perceived value, to differentiate yourself, to increase case acceptance, to to sell better, more comprehensive dentistry, things that we are usually not trained in dental school. So the DST concept is basically focused on those two things, what I call digital dentistry and emotional dentistry. Digital dentistry based on this creation of smart systems to improve the flow of the information and emotional dentistry, everything that we can do to make patients value us more and understand the importance of what we do. Of them. [00:06:56][118.9]

Speaker 2: [00:06:56] So would you start by telling us of what is digital smile design? I mean, this is one of the concepts that you lecture about globally. [00:07:03][6.5]

Speaker 1: [00:07:04] So Digital Smile Design is, is this name that I created to 2009, so 13 years ago now known as DSD. As I mentioned, started in a more technical way for me. Initially, my my idea was to help me as a dental technician work with less stress and be more efficient. Right. So I started to analyze the common mistakes that I was I was doing. And even though I was working with some of the best dentists in the world, and I was a very good technician myself, I realized that we were all making some mistakes, repeating some mistakes, and DST started as a bunch of techniques and workflows to improve the way the information was coming from the patient to the dentist, dentist technician technician back to the dentist, dentist into the mouth. So I wanted to be more efficient. I wanted to waste less my time. I wanted to work less and make more money. And to be honest, so that's how it started. But I naturally started to understand that at the end of the day, it doesn't matter how much more efficient you become, the effort that you put to be more efficient, the patient needs to value that because at the end of the day, they need to pay for it. They need to sponsor your investment in being better. So I realized that the best way to convince people to incorporate my ideas of better systems was to help the doctors create more value towards the patient. So this is when I coined the term emotional dentistry and it became all these strategies that makes us different from the patient's perspective, makes us special from their perspective. How can you make the patient say Wow, for all the little things that you do for them are even more challenging? How can you make them say Wow even before you start the treatment? So how can you become the best spokesman of yourself, of your team? Of the amazing things that you can do for people? How can you incorporate visual communication principles, storytelling technique into the way you sell yourself? You sell your treatments, the way you create your brand, the way you make this experience be wonderful for the patient. Since patients usually don't like to go to the dentist, I realized that we had a huge opportunity to completely change the experience of going to the dentist. [00:09:53][168.6]

Speaker 2: [00:09:54] And so, of course, you know, in this podcast, people are only kind of getting a brief window into some of what you teach, but how do you do that? How do you implement this emotional dentistry and how do you change patients expectations and how do you communicate with patients to get them to say, wow. [00:10:10][16.1]

Speaker 1: [00:10:11] So, of course, this is this is exactly the main topic of what we teach on the course, right? So we divide the concept into two, five steps design, plan, present, perform and lead. So how to use technology to understand better the link between the face and the smile and avoid mistakes? And then how do you make the patient value that? How do you use technology and communication systems to take advantage of collective intelligence, cloud dentistry and make better decisions for the patient? So how can you use technology to make better decisions every single day for every single patient? How do you use technology, storytelling and visual communication to improve the way you present the plan, the way you make the patient embrace the plan, the way you make the patient change their priorities, the way you make the patient, make dentistry priority number one. So that's number three. Number four, how to use technology and teamwork to improve the execution of dentistry in a more streamlined way, in a more predictable way. Delivering delivering outcomes that are more similar to the initial projects that you offer to the to the patient. So how do you bring this close, this gap between what you show at the beginning and what you deliver at the end of the treatment by using technology and what we call guided dentistry and digital quality control. And at the end, how do you become a better leader? Because the magic or the. Happens if you have a great team. How do you build your dream team as a dentist? To make this whole magic happen? So these are the five pillars of the content that we share on our courses. Design better smiles, plan better your cases present and sell better your treatments, execute with more precision efficiency and become a better leader. Empower your team. So this is basically the DST concept. [00:12:25][133.8]

Speaker 2: [00:12:26] What are some of the technologies that you're using to design these smiles? I mean, would you give us practical examples of what you're doing? [00:12:32][6.0]

Speaker 1: [00:12:32] So of course that to design, to deliver better smiles to our patients, we need to follow up. We need to follow these steps. So the first the first step is to rethink the way we gather the information. What technologies can we use to understand better the human being sitting in front of us? So of course using scanners, you know, using CBC DS, but using videography, using all kinds of new technologies that can understand better. The problems of the patient sitting in front of us and of course, also fascinate the patient. So so these two things come together on the floor, right? It's being more efficient, delivering better care, and at the same time, simultaneously fascinating the patient doing each one of these steps, you know. So the first step is acquiring better data, using all the technologies that are available today that are usually underutilized by most doctors. So we teach doctors about the technologies available. And more important is not only about buying these technologies, but is about knowing how to take full advantage of these technologies so you get the return on your investment. Then the second step is how do you use technology to make better decisions? And that is utilizing simple cloud based chat systems and info sharing systems, you know, data sharing. So you can pick the brains of people that can help them make better decisions. So this is what we call cloud dentistry, asynchronous communication and collective intelligence, and using simple platforms that are available, many of them for free. Incorporating this in your daily routine to constantly be uploading your patients in the cloud and allowing the team to brainstorm in an a synchronous way so you don't waste your time. So that's number two. Number three is utilizing 3D software to simulate your ideas. So test driving your ideas before touching the patient. This is a big thing for us. You know, it's like the flight simulator that allows pilots to make mistakes virtually before they kill people for real. So we say you need to use 3D technology not to execute the treatment, but to test drive the treatment before you execute. So simulate your ideas. Make sure you are having the best ideas, compare ideas and use 3D technology to understand better the pros and cons of each one of the options that you are imagining for your patient. I say make mistakes in the computer to avoid mistakes in the mouth. Right. So this is the third pillar of how technology can help us that. The fourth pillar is patient education, patient motivation, expectation, calibration, but also creating excitement. So that means that we we use visual communication tools, digital technology to present better in a much more exciting way. You know, usually the way then does of presenting treatments are kind of boring, kind of nothing special, and we reinvent completely the way we present treatment plans. I usually tell them, General, you need to become the Steve Jobs of your treatment plan the same way Steve Jobs was presenting his first iPhone. You know, watch that video. And in 5 minutes, he was able to move the whole world into believing and batty on that broad project. Right. So when you build a nice treatment plan, you need to use all these strategies to present this treatment plan if you want to really differentiate yourself. So that is pillar number four. And then pillar number five is the treatment itself. And this is when we use 3D software's and printing technology to perform what we call guided dentistry. What I see is that in the near future there will be very few free hand procedures in dentistry. Everything is going to be guided and is very obvious why this is going to happen. You know, first, because patients love the idea of guided them to three. It's a much better way to sell a procedure. They feel safer. You can tell amazing stories about why guided dentistry diminishes the risks of errors and so on. So it's a great story. It's great for your business and it's of course also great for dentistry because you create more predictable results. So we talk about Guide to Dentistry and how to use digital quality control with 3D softwares. And then the final point is leadership and team building. And then we bring smart platforms from the business world on how to incorporate this into your clinic, to analyze the the vibe of your office, how your staff is actually evaluating your work and your leadership, and how pleasant it is to work in your office. And how can you create and transform your office into the best place to be working and and really make people see that they have a future, they have a career inside your your project. [00:18:05][333.2]

Speaker 2: [00:18:07] So many, Dennis, are just using stone models mounted on articulation and then wax to present treatment plans. And this can be incredibly problematic if you're trying to convince a patient of a 30 or $40,000 treatment plan, wax just doesn't translate to the tangible outcome to the patient. You know, and this is primarily what you teach. Would you tell us more about why this way of presenting a treatment plan can be flawed? [00:18:28][21.5]

Speaker 1: [00:18:29] The first thing you know, I did a test. You know, in my old days when I was a dental technician, I showed to a patient a beautiful, properly done wax up. And then I showed the patient a horrible, ugly wax and they had no clue which one was the right one and which one was wrong. So patients don't understand waxes, and even when they shake their hands and they say, I got it, they didn't. They just don't understand. By the way, patients usually don't understand most of the things that dentists are saying to them. We have this tendency to speak as a dentist, to speak, you know, we were trained to talk about dentistry to other dentists, and then we kind of talk to patients in a similar way. And we believe they are they understood, you know, they're shaking their hands because they are under pressure. They're they don't want to you know, he's the doctor. I need to pretend that I'm understanding or whatever. So we need to change completely. You know, we need to study a little bit human behavior and communication strategies. The key for me is to engage emotionally and communicate visually. So engaging emotionally means that, you know, you train, you practice communication and listen, you picking the right words to connect with people. And this has nothing to do with dentistry, right? We know people that are much better with that, other people that are not that good. So you need to practice that. Somebody, the person in your office that is the one presenting treatments needs to understand how to engage emotionally through communication. The other thing is visual communication, meaning that you need to explain things visually and we need to use what we have. The best tools that we have and the best tools we have nowadays is 3D technology. And it's just interesting to see that the few doctors that are using 3D technology, they're only using after they resold the treatment. So they sell the treatment and then they're going to use 3D technology to do whatever they want doing the treatment. And I'm telling people this is not smart because at the moment we need more help, is not on the treatment. Execution is on the treatment building and the treatment selling. Making the plan and convincing somebody to pay for the plan. These are the two most challenging moments in dentistry, right? And nobody talks about it or very few people talk about it. So we focus on that moment, how to build the best plan and how to communicate that plan, how to convince the patient to invest in that plan. These are the two key moments to have a great business in dentistry. [00:21:26][177.2]

Speaker 2: [00:21:27] When you're actually bringing those wax hopes to the patients are the, you know, the digital sculpting, what you've done, are you showing them screenshots of what you've done or are you actually having them sit there in front of the software with you and walking them through and letting the patient make suggestions and then making adjustments accordingly? [00:21:44][16.5]

Speaker 1: [00:21:45] So the way we present the plan, we actually divide the presentation in three moments. We call it the the emotional phase, the problem phase and the solution phase. So this is how we structure the way we present the treatment plan. By the way, this is the way I structure any type of communication in my life, even outside dentistry. Connecting emotionally, then. Explaining. That there is a problem somewhere and you can you can help with the solution and then explaining the plan and the solution. Right. So you need to first engage emotionally with the patient or make the patient engage emotionally with the treatment. That's the first step to make people change priorities. People are coming to you. And dentistry is one of the lowest priorities in their life. They're going to try to find any excuse not to invest on what you are about to present. So we need to know that we have a client that is there trying not to pay for what we going to present. So the only way to make people change priorities is to understand that we humans, even though we think we are rational beings, we are actually much more emotional. So the first step is to gain emotional credit, to even start any conversation. If you don't gain emotional credit, people will not listen to you. Then after you gain emotional credits, you need to then emphasize the problems, emphasize the findings before you explain solutions. This is another common mistake. Since we know the problem and we know the solution, we tend to jump the problem and we explain the solution. That's what you need. Basic vision. You need this. And when we say you need this, we are not allowing the patient to value that solution because they don't understand the problem. So they they know it's very hard to value a solution if you don't understand the problem. So the step number two is to deep dove into the problem journey as we call. And for that problem journey, we use the technology. So we we bring our scanners. We open the scanners in front of the patient. We connect the scanner to a huge TV so they can see everything very big. And with touch screen, we can show in 3D everything that we found. We show the CBCS, we show the face, we show the videos, the images, the x rays. But we connect all these visuals in a very dynamic way to give a complete list of everything that we were able to find as an issue or a possible issue or something that can be improved. So now after they they they went through the emotional journey first. And the emotional journey that we didn't mention is basically what we call the emotional smile test drive, where we do the facial scans, the infrared scans, and then we do the 3D design, we print this design and we place it in the mouth. And without saying anything, we record the before and the after and we present this. So we use 3D software and printing technology to generate the emotional smile test. Right after those ten, the ten minute, 50 minute experience, we go into the problem journey, we use the scanners, the CBCS, the videos, the images, etc. and we go through this deep, dove into all of the issues that we found. And then only after that we get into the treatment presentation. So now that you have, you know, where you want to be with the smile test, right? You know, the problems that you have with this journey, this digital journey through your issues. Now you can validate the plan. And this is the plan that we want to explain to you at that point. What we do is that the lab will create because the lab has the software, the dentist doesn't have the software. So the lab creates a presentation for the dentist with great maps, screenshots and videos from the software and organizes into a storyline. So the dentist can then present this in 3D as if they had the software without having to have the song. [00:26:04][258.7]

Speaker 2: [00:26:04] I love that and I think what you've talked about with actually taking time to present the problem can't be emphasized enough. I'm very much so guilty when I'm presenting treatment plans of just immediately jump to this is what we're going to do for you. This is what's involved in this. And, you know, it's no wonder that at times I'm failing to have a little bit of buy in from the patients where perhaps at that point they're just defaulting. To my expertize, I'm sure I'll venture to say my treatment acceptance is reasonable. I'm not getting a considerable number of people declining treatment, but yet at the same time, how powerful would it be to really spend that time investing with the patient and enumerating for them what the problem list is. [00:26:41][36.3]

Speaker 1: [00:26:41] Is so many ways, you know, because we are not dentists are usually not focusing on that because we were trained to focus on the treatment itself. You know, we know that at the end of the day, we need to deliver good quality care. And that is of course the most important part. So we are usually driven to put energy on that, the clinical execution, so we don't take much care of building the plan and selling the plan. We were not trained. We we don't have the natural skills for that. So this is why, you know, it's so important to focus on that if you are already and I always say that if you are already a good clinician, you're ready to come to a DC course and learn how to make the magic happen. [00:27:25][43.4]

Speaker 2: [00:27:25] So why are you using. Videography when you're gathering data, that's a bit unique. [00:27:30][4.1]

Speaker 1: [00:27:31] Yeah, this is something that we also brought to to restorative dentistry is amazing today to realize it until ten years ago, nobody was doing videos, you know, for us is a mandatory piece of information because the beauty of the smile comes from the movement. A beautiful smile is a beautiful smile in the real life. In real life is moving. You know, you don't want to look just good on a static photo. You want to look good in real life. So we need to analyze faces. We need to analyze the motion of the face. We need to analyze the motion of the lips. We need to analyze the motion between the teeth and the lips. So the only way to do this is through video. Video also captures the patient's emotions. The video captures the patient explaining what they like and what they don't like. Video allows you to understand a little bit of the character of that human being. The video allows you to also understand phonetics, understand the way that job movement is happening so you can see function from a different perspective. So I don't know, in like a one minute video, you can have so much information. And besides that, every second of a video brings an average of 30 photos. There's 30 photos inside every second, all of you. So it means that when you make a one minute video, you have hundreds of photos that you can pause this video in all of these moments and make a print screen. You make a screenshot of that and create a whole documentation out of the video. So for us is mandatory. All the dentists that work with us as part of the basic initial documentation, the video of their face, the patient's face in this interview, the video of this interview, this interaction is a mandatory piece of documentation for us. [00:29:21][110.8]

Speaker 2: [00:29:22] And not only that, but certain critical measurements that are really important for small design, such as incisal display or how much gingiva they show when emoting. You really can't gather in a photo or just even chair side because oftentimes it's very artificial. How often, when you're asked to smile, are you truly giving your true smile? Whereas in videography you can actually see them emoting. You can see how much ginger is displayed. [00:29:43][21.5]

Speaker 1: [00:29:44] Exactly. You know, for example, you mentioned the rest position, the real rest position, understanding the relationship between the wrist position of the upper lip and display on the teeth. We know how important this initial analysis is for treatment, planning, for decision making. Right. And many times when you ask the patient to rest and you take a picture, you know, the patient moved a little bit the lip, and then you have that picture and you think that is the best position. So I don't like to analyze the lip rest position in photos. I always analyze the lip rest position in the view and I move slowly. Video until I can capture the moment where I can see the muscles completely at rest. You can see that on the video, and then you pause and you can make a prescreen and say, okay, this is my real rest position. The same thing with the full smile. Another information that we know is key, you know, and you and me as fans of Bill Robbins in his book Global Diagnosis. It's the whole book. It's all about these two pictures. It's like the starting point comes from these two pictures. And if you capture these two moments wrong, you're going to make wrong decision. So when you ask the patient to actually give you a false smile and you click your picture, usually the patient is not getting your full smile, right? So the patient can usually show around 30% more of gum than what they show on that picture. So it's not a good starting point in the video. On the other hand, if you play the video you have, if you're recording the video, the patient after a few seconds forgot about the video. You know, you see something funny, they're interacting with you, they laugh. And you captured that moment when the patient really forgets about the video, loser loses it up and moves the leg all the way to the top. And you can then see that the exact lip designed, the way the lip moves and how much exposure you really have on that patient. [00:31:48][124.0]

Speaker 2: [00:31:49] What are your thoughts on face photos? Why might this not be a very accurate way to capture data when we have other tools available? [00:31:56][6.5]

Speaker 1: [00:31:57] And this is a good point. You know, I mean, I've been for 14 years, I've been bringing topics into my lectures that many times. You know, people wanted to to kill me. You know, I remember when I ten years ago, I said that the iPhone would become one of one of our major meditation tools, you know, and I posted it on Facebook and and people wanted to kill me, you know, so many bad comments that you're crazy. You shouldn't say that. And nowadays everybody uses. You know, the way, you know, we were the first ones to talk about a monolithic esthetic restorations with high quality. And for many years, people were saying this is impossible, and now everybody's doing it. And the other the other topic, you know, byte registrations with scanners that we were talking about. But registrations will disappear, you know, because you're going to scan the bytes and you're going to remove all the distortions of byte registrations and mounting models on that particular ITRs with that, all the mistakes that we did for decades, you know. So and nowadays everybody's registering by the scanners. And the other topic that for many, many years people would go crazy would be this is the is the Facebook, right? Because I've been telling people since 2014 that the Facebook is completely useless and it is completely useless. There's absolutely no reason. Not even one reason for that is to do a Facebook. If they work with the lab that understands CAD software, if your lab understands CAD software, all you need is an iPhone photo of the face and an integral scan. So if you have facial photos in an inch or scan, you can do a much better job on the software than trying to transfer a Facebook to an articulator. So this is it's pretty young people. Of course, people have a hard time accepting things that they usually don't even want to think about it because it's something new and they fight against the new. But I was able to convince all the major presidents that I have a good relationship. And nowadays it's a common sense. You don't need Facebook's. [00:34:14][137.4]

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Dr. Brian Mealey is a Clinical Professor of the Specialist Division in the Department of Periodontics at UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry. He received his D.D.S. in 1983 from UT Health San Antonio, his M.S. degree from UT Health San Antonio in 1990, and his certificate in Periodontics in 1990 from Wilford Hall Air Force Medical Center at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.

Dr. Mealey served more than 21 years on active duty in the United States Air Force, including positions as the chairman of the Department of Periodontics at Wilford Hall Medical Center, the program director of the U.S. Air Force Periodontics Residency, and the Chief Military Consultant in Periodontics to the Air Force Surgeon General. Dr. Mealey has published extensively in the scientific literature, with an emphasis on interrelationships between oral and systemic health. He is co-editor and author of the textbooks Periodontics: Medicine, Surgery, and Implants (2004, Elsevier Publishing), and Periodontal Medicine (2000, B.C. Decker Publishing). Dr. Mealey is a Diplomat of the American Board of Periodontology and is a consultant to the American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs. He currently serves as a Director of the American Board of Periodontology.

More Information on Periodontitis:

New classification:

The official proceedings from the 2017 Classification of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions, co-presented by the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) and the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP), are now available online as a supplement to the June 2018 issue of the Journal of Periodontology. The print version will be mailed in late July, along with the regular June issue.

The result of this landmark gathering is a redesigned disease classification framework that guides comprehensive treatment planning and allows for a personalized approach to patient care. Highlights from the updated classification include a multi-dimensional staging and grading system for periodontitis classification, a recategorization of various forms of periodontitis, and the inaugural classification for peri-implant diseases and conditions.

Consequences of Periodontitis:

Untreated gingivitis can advance to periodontitis. With time, plaque can spread and grow below the gum line. Toxins produced by the bacteria in plaque irritate the gums and stimulate a chronic inflammatory response in which the body essentially turns on itself, and the tissues and bone that support the teeth are broken down and destroyed. Gums separate from the teeth, forming pockets between the teeth and gums that can become infected. As the disease progresses, the pockets deepen and more gum tissue and bone are destroyed. Eventually, teeth can become loose and may fall out or need to be removed.

Periodontitis diagnosis is typically classified by stage and grade. After your periodontist conducts a thorough assessment of your unique case, he or she may assign a stage ranging from initial to severe that describes the acuteness of disease. Additionally, your periodontist may assign a grade which communicates the rate of disease progression and anticipated response to treatment.

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Dr. Brian Mealey is a Clinical Professor of the Specialist Division in the Department of Periodontics at UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry. He received his D.D.S. in 1983 from UT Health San Antonio, his M.S. degree from UT Health San Antonio in 1990, and his certificate in Periodontics in 1990 from Wilford Hall Air Force Medical Center at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.

Dr. Mealey served more than 21 years on active duty in the United States Air Force, including positions as the chairman of the Department of Periodontics at Wilford Hall Medical Center, the program director of the U.S. Air Force Periodontics Residency, and the Chief Military Consultant in Periodontics to the Air Force Surgeon General. Dr. Mealey has published extensively in the scientific literature, with an emphasis on interrelationships between oral and systemic health. He is co-editor and author of the textbooks Periodontics: Medicine, Surgery, and Implants (2004, Elsevier Publishing), and Periodontal Medicine (2000, B.C. Decker Publishing). Dr. Mealey is a Diplomat of the American Board of Periodontology and is a consultant to the American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs. He currently serves as a Director of the American Board of Periodontology.

More Information on Periodontitis:

New classification:

The official proceedings from the 2017 Classification of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions, co-presented by the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) and the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP), are now available online as a supplement to the June 2018 issue of the Journal of Periodontology. The print version will be mailed in late July, along with the regular June issue.

The result of this landmark gathering is a redesigned disease classification framework that guides comprehensive treatment planning and allows for a personalized approach to patient care. Highlights from the updated classification include a multi-dimensional staging and grading system for periodontitis classification, a recategorization of various forms of periodontitis, and the inaugural classification for peri-implant diseases and conditions.

Consequences of Periodontitis:

Untreated gingivitis can advance to periodontitis. With time, plaque can spread and grow below the gum line. Toxins produced by the bacteria in plaque irritate the gums and stimulate a chronic inflammatory response in which the body essentially turns on itself, and the tissues and bone that support the teeth are broken down and destroyed. Gums separate from the teeth, forming pockets between the teeth and gums that can become infected. As the disease progresses, the pockets deepen and more gum tissue and bone are destroyed. Eventually, teeth can become loose and may fall out or need to be removed.

Periodontitis diagnosis is typically classified by stage and grade. After your periodontist conducts a thorough assessment of your unique case, he or she may assign a stage ranging from initial to severe that describes the acuteness of disease. Additionally, your periodontist may assign a grade which communicates the rate of disease progression and anticipated response to treatment.

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Dr. David Alleman’s biomimetic journey began when he was so frustrated with dentistry that he wanted to quit. Traditional practices resulted in failed restorations and tooth sensitivity; he sought a better way.

Dr. Alleman’s Six Lessons Approach compiles scientific research from the past 40 years — including his own — into a set of protocols that create consistent outcomes for doctors and their patients. Read more about how, like many dentists, the failures of traditional dentistry led to Dr. Alleman’s burnout but, ultimately, finding a better way forward in our blog post, Founding the Alleman Center.

Biomimetic means to mimic nature. A term initially popularized by Pascal Magne in his 2002 book Bonded Porcelain Restorations in the Anterior Dentition, the goal of biomimetic dentistry, also known as biomimetic restorative dentistry, is to restore teeth with decay or cracks to their natural strength and structure.

The Biomimetic Mastership teaches Dr. David Alleman’s Six Lessons Approach in a year-long mentorship course. Entirely online, the course is designed to accommodate the busy schedules of doctors around the world and will equip you with everything you need to implement biomimetic dentistry into your practice, giving you the tools to treat your patients with the highest standard of care available.

With Dr. David and Davey Alleman, Dr. Patrick Calalang, Dr. Ashley Chung, Dr. Dafina Doberdoli and Dr. David Wold to guide you through the biomimetic literature, techniques and protocols of the Six Lessons Approach, you will be able to confidently practice biomimetic dentistry on a daily basis. Learn more about the Biomimetic Mastership.

The Alleman Center was founded with the goal of training doctors around the world in biomimetic restorative protocols that create long-lasting restorations with minimally invasive techniques. In 2019, Hillary Alleman, with her father Dr. David Alleman, created the first ever online biomimetic training mentorship program, the Biomimetic Mastership, to teach his Six Lessons Approach, an innovative protocol to biomimetic dentistry.

As more doctors, and patients, have started their search for alternatives to traditional dentistry, we are growing to meet the increased demand for biomimetic restorative dentistry around the world. Read more About the Alleman Center.

The Alleman Center team is dedicated to expanding access to biomimetic restorative techniques. The doctors on our team of mentors and practitioners are leaders in the field of biomimetic dentistry. They teach our Biomimetic Mastership and assist the doctors we train. To learn more about their work, publications and offices, visit Meet the Team.

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Dr. Vargas received his D.D.S. from the Peruvian University School of Dentistry in 1985 and completed a two year advanced education residency in general dentistry at The Eastman Dental Center in Rochester, New York in 1992. He received his Master of Science degree and certificate in Operative Dentistry from the University of Iowa in 1994. Dr. Vargas is an associate professor in the department of Family Dentistry at the University of Iowa. He has contributed to several texts, is on the Editorial Boards of several journals, publishes extensively and is the Operative Dentistry section editor for Practical Procedures and Aesthetic Dentistry. Dr. Vargas lectures nationally and internationally on cosmetic dentistry and is an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Academy of Operative Dentistry, the American Dental Association and the International Association for Dental Research. In addition, he maintains a part-time private practice at The University of Iowa College of Dentistry in Iowa City, IA.

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Dr. Vargas received his D.D.S. from the Peruvian University School of Dentistry in 1985 and completed a two year advanced education residency in general dentistry at The Eastman Dental Center in Rochester, New York in 1992. He received his Master of Science degree and certificate in Operative Dentistry from the University of Iowa in 1994. Dr. Vargas is an associate professor in the department of Family Dentistry at the University of Iowa. He has contributed to several texts, is on the Editorial Boards of several journals, publishes extensively and is the Operative Dentistry section editor for Practical Procedures and Aesthetic Dentistry. Dr. Vargas lectures nationally and internationally on cosmetic dentistry and is an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Academy of Operative Dentistry, the American Dental Association and the International Association for Dental Research. In addition, he maintains a part-time private practice at The University of Iowa College of Dentistry in Iowa City, IA.

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Graduated magna cum laude from Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Tracey Nguyen maintains a private private 30 minutes outside of Washington, DC, in Northern Virginia. She is accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. On top of being trained by some of the best leaders in dentistry, she continued her training at at the Kois Center in Seattle, Washington. In 2016, she was honored with Top 25 Women in Dentistry. As a member of the Wellness Dentistry Network, her practice is heavily based on integrating overall health, bridging the gap with medicine and dentistry. Recently she created the Northern Virginia Interdisciplinary Airway Group, focusing on screening, diagnosing and treating children and adults with Sleep Disorder Breathing.

I think dentists have a bigger calling today. The dental care model is very different from the medical model. We are heavily focused on prevention of disease and overall health. I understand that your mouth can reflect your oveall health. We have a serious epidemic with our children. Children are heavily medicated at younger ages at alarming rates. Medical appointments start with a prescription pad and there is little face to face with your physician. I focus on search for the root causes of your disease. I developed this group last year. The purpose of the group is to establish a multidisciplinary approach to airway/sleep breathing problems. Improper breathing leads to poor oxygen exchange and poor oxygen exchange is a leading factor in limiting our body's ability to deter disease. To properly address all the factors involved in this problem necessitates that dentists, physicians and allied health providers work together. The website is meant to be informational and educational to the public and other healthcare providers. We want the public to know that there are solutions to these complex problems and we want healthcare providers to work together for the best outcome for our patients.

Professional Associations * American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (accredited member) * American Academy of General Dentistry (fellow) * American Academy of Laser Dentistry * American Academy of Sleep Dentistry * International Congress of Implantologist * Kois Center: Advanced education * Spear Education Center: Advanced education

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Dr. Ritter bio: "I have had the opportunity to research, write, and publish several articles on adhesive and cosmetic dentistry in several professional publications, including Practical Periodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry (PPAD), Signature, Spectrum, Dentistry Today, DPR, Contemporary Esthetics, and I am on the editorial board of PPAD, as well as Spectrum, The Journal of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and The Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry.

In addition, I am an editorial board member of REALITY, a publication to keep dentists up-to-date with advances in the products, techniques and research of esthetic dentistry. I am a product consultant to numerous dental manufacturers, and I have lectured nationally as well as internationally on cosmetic dentistry, adhesive dentistry, porcelain veneers, and restorative implant dentistry.

Before becoming a dentist, I spent my childhood growing up in Palm Beach County. I attended the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine, where I received my dental degree in 1994. I served as the program leader of PowerPAC for the Pacific Aesthetic Continuum (PAC-Live) a live patient program for Porcelain Veneers.

I have been speaking nationally and internationally for over 18 years all over the United States on Technology-Social Media for the modern dental office. To contact me about speaking engagements visit DrRobRitter.com

Continuing education is an important part of my job as your dentist. I participate in continuing education every year, logging over 200 hours, in order to stay current with the latest advancements in dentistry. I am a member of several prestigious dental organizations, including the:

• American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry
• American Academy of Restorative Dentistry
• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
• American Dental Association
• Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (past president)
• Seaside Study Club
• Seattle Study Club National Speaker
• Kois Center Graduate"

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Dr. Ritter bio: "I have had the opportunity to research, write, and publish several articles on adhesive and cosmetic dentistry in several professional publications, including Practical Periodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry (PPAD), Signature, Spectrum, Dentistry Today, DPR, Contemporary Esthetics, and I am on the editorial board of PPAD, as well as Spectrum, The Journal of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and The Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry.

In addition, I am an editorial board member of REALITY, a publication to keep dentists up-to-date with advances in the products, techniques and research of esthetic dentistry. I am a product consultant to numerous dental manufacturers, and I have lectured nationally as well as internationally on cosmetic dentistry, adhesive dentistry, porcelain veneers, and restorative implant dentistry."

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In this ep Dr. Mitrani will discuss a number of topics related to implants, implant prosthodontics and treatment planning.

Dr. Mitrani has authored many scientific articles and chapters in textbooks on implant prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry. He has given more than 500 lectures in 30 countries, maintains a private practice in Mexico City limited to prosthodontics and implants, serves as an instructor in Spear Seminars, frequently contributes to Spear Digest, and develops numerous lessons for Spear Online.

A member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the International College of Dentistry, Dr. Mitrani also serves on the editorial boards of numerous peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry and the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry. He holds academic affiliation at the National University of Mexico and serves as affiliate associate professor at the University of Washington.

Dr. Mitrani received his D.D.S. degree from the UNITEC University of Mexico City. He then obtained a certificate in prosthodontics and M.S.D. in dentistry from the University of Washington, where he served as the graduate prosthodontics program’s assistant director in 2001.

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Cory Roletto has been an immense help in enabling dentists to rank high on Google and get a competitive edge to bring more patients into the practice. Cory has helped me a lot and if you'd like to work with him, email him at cory@weomedia.com As dentists we don't get formal training in learning how to bring new patients into our practice. I've asked Cory from Weo Media to talk about what we can do to get a competitive edge in the digital era. Cory also talks about what it takes to have a successful practice website. Website: https://weomedia.com/

Cory leads the operations team at WEO Media. He brings over 20 years combined experience in technology, business consulting, marketing, and operations.

Cory began his career at Intel Corp where he served as a key member of the competitive marketing team. Cory received 12 awards of the divisional level or higher while at Intel and many of Cory's engineering and marketing innovations are still used at Intel today. After 10 years at Intel Cory left the company to co-found (with Ian) a very successful regional business and marketing consulting firm. After dozens of successful consulting engagements Cory left the consulting world to co-found WEO Media.

Cory has a BS in Chemical Engineering and an MBA from the University of Washington.

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 Dr. Neil Griseto graduated from the Dublin Dental University Hospital at University of Dublin, Trinity College in 2006. Following graduation, he worked in Ireland and Australia as a general practitioner until 2016 when he commenced his postgraduate training in prosthodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. He graduated in 2019 and commenced as an instructor at HSDM.

Dr. Griseto is currently the Interim Director of the Advanced Graduate Education Program in Implantology and lectures locally, nationally, and internationally on the topics of prosthodontics, implantology and digital dentistry.

Dr. Griseto is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists.

Dr. Griseto is primarily working towards defining and managing the transitional and terminal dentition, exploring mandibular kinematics, and the completely digital workflow for complex rehabilitative and restorative needs. His interests also include esthetics research, implant crestal module design, implant biomechanics, fit analysis, and occlusion research.

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In this ep you'll learn all about the types of patients that can get you into trouble. You'll learn about the interworkings of a philsophical, exacting, indifferent and hysterical patient. You'll learn which types of patients can make your job easy and which types can turn your life into a nightmare. Dr. Griseto will discuss the types of cases you should just say no to and when you should refer.

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 Dr. Neil Griseto graduated from the Dublin Dental University Hospital at University of Dublin, Trinity College in 2006. Following graduation, he worked in Ireland and Australia as a general practitioner until 2016 when he commenced his postgraduate training in prosthodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. He graduated in 2019 and commenced as an instructor at HSDM.

Dr. Griseto is currently the Interim Director of the Advanced Graduate Education Program in Implantology and lectures locally, nationally, and internationally on the topics of prosthodontics, implantology and digital dentistry.

Dr. Griseto is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists.

Dr. Griseto is primarily working towards defining and managing the transitional and terminal dentition, exploring mandibular kinematics, and the completely digital workflow for complex rehabilitative and restorative needs. His interests also include esthetics research, implant crestal module design, implant biomechanics, fit analysis, and occlusion research.

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In this episode with Dr. Nekky Jamal we'll be talking about topics such as exodontia/dental extractions, third molar exodontia, topics related to oral surgery, platelet rich fibrin and more.

Have you struggled with a Third Molar Extraction in the past? Nervous to jump back into it?

Don't worry, I have been there as well!

It doesn't have to be this way.

Let me guide you through the entire procedure from A-Z. Together, we will go over clinical lessons/tutorials covering Pre-Operative Planning/Risk Assessment, Flap Designs, Instrumentation, Extensive Surgical Sectioning techniques and Detailed Explanations of how to Manage any Complications you may encounter.

Dr. Nekky Jamal was raised in Calgary, Alberta where he attended the University of Calgary and received a B.Sc. in Biological Sciences and Economics. Nekky then moved to Saskatoon where he received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. Nekky is currently a member of the the Alberta Dental Association and the Canadian Dental Association.

Nekky is extensively involved in volunteering with, Change for Children, where he provides dental care to children in developing countries. To date, Nekky has volunteered on 15 dental brigades across Central and South America . He has also volunteered in Guatemala, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Peru and India providing dental treatment and educating the locals on oral health. Nekky also founded the Quench initiative, a project in coordination with Change for Children's Nicaragua Water Project. Thus far, Quench and its proud supporters have drilled 12 water wells in the drought-stricken, Chinandega region of Nicaragua. For more information , or to donate, please visit https://changeforchildren.org/

Nekky also gives back to his profession through teaching at the prestigious, Bites Institute, in Vancouver, British Colombia. Nekky teaches workshops to other dentists across Canada on Wisdom Tooth Extractions and how to obtain growth factors from blood to encourage faster healing. He has taught at the 2018, 2019 and 2020 Pacific Dental Conference, the largest dental conference in Canada, as well as the 2018 Saskatchewan Oral Health Conference.

Nekky is proud to have been awarded the 2018 Lions Club Citizen of the Year as well as the 2019 Lloydminster Best Dentist Award from Best of the Border.

When Nekky isn't at the office or volunteering his time with Change for Children, he enjoys running, playing and coaching basketball, visiting elementary and pre-schools to educate children about oral health, traveling and learning other languages.

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Cory Roletto has been an immense help in enabling dentists to rank high on Google and get a competitive edge to bring more patients into the practice. Cory has helped me a lot and if you'd like to work with him, email him at cory@weomedia.com As dentists we don't get formal training in learning how to bring new patients into our practice. I've asked Cory from Weo Media to talk about what we can do to get a competitive edge in the digital era. Cory also talks about what it takes to have a successful practice website. Website: https://weomedia.com/ Cory leads the operations team at WEO Media. He brings over 20 years combined experience in technology, business consulting, marketing, and operations.

Cory began his career at Intel Corp where he served as a key member of the competitive marketing team. Cory received 12 awards of the divisional level or higher while at Intel and many of Cory's engineering and marketing innovations are still used at Intel today. After 10 years at Intel Cory left the company to co-found (with Ian) a very successful regional business and marketing consulting firm. After dozens of successful consulting engagements Cory left the consulting world to co-found WEO Media.

Cory has a BS in Chemical Engineering and an MBA from the University of Washington.

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In this episode with Dr. Nekky Jamal we'll be talking about topics such as exodontia/dental extractions, third molar exodontia, topics related to oral surgery, platelet rich fibrin and more.

Have you struggled with a Third Molar Extraction in the past? Nervous to jump back into it?

Don't worry, I have been there as well!

It doesn't have to be this way.

Let me guide you through the entire procedure from A-Z. Together, we will go over clinical lessons/tutorials covering Pre-Operative Planning/Risk Assessment, Flap Designs, Instrumentation, Extensive Surgical Sectioning techniques and Detailed Explanations of how to Manage any Complications you may encounter.

Dr. Nekky Jamal was raised in Calgary, Alberta where he attended the University of Calgary and received a B.Sc. in Biological Sciences and Economics. Nekky then moved to Saskatoon where he received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. Nekky is currently a member of the the Alberta Dental Association and the Canadian Dental Association.

Nekky is extensively involved in volunteering with, Change for Children, where he provides dental care to children in developing countries. To date, Nekky has volunteered on 15 dental brigades across Central and South America . He has also volunteered in Guatemala, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Peru and India providing dental treatment and educating the locals on oral health. Nekky also founded the Quench initiative, a project in coordination with Change for Children's Nicaragua Water Project. Thus far, Quench and its proud supporters have drilled 12 water wells in the drought-stricken, Chinandega region of Nicaragua. For more information , or to donate, please visit https://changeforchildren.org/

Nekky also gives back to his profession through teaching at the prestigious, Bites Institute, in Vancouver, British Colombia. Nekky teaches workshops to other dentists across Canada on Wisdom Tooth Extractions and how to obtain growth factors from blood to encourage faster healing. He has taught at the 2018, 2019 and 2020 Pacific Dental Conference, the largest dental conference in Canada, as well as the 2018 Saskatchewan Oral Health Conference.

Nekky is proud to have been awarded the 2018 Lions Club Citizen of the Year as well as the 2019 Lloydminster Best Dentist Award from Best of the Border.

When Nekky isn't at the office or volunteering his time with Change for Children, he enjoys running, playing and coaching basketball, visiting elementary and pre-schools to educate children about oral health, traveling and learning other languages.

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In this episode we'll be talking about topics such as: 1.) The different types of Zirconia 2.) Advantages and disadvantages of Zirconia 3.) Comparing e.max to zirconia 4.) Advantages and disadvantages of e.max 5.) advantages and disadvantages of PFM crowns 6.) History of crown preparation design 7.) Finish line location

About Dr. Stevens: A full-time private practitioner, Dr. Clint Stevens focuses on the use of modern, evidence-based materials in providing the highest level of comprehensive dental care. He graduated from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center San Antonio and completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the University of Michigan. He is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, the International College of Oral Implantologists, and is a member of the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry. He is also an instructor at the MOD Institute in Charleston, South Carolina.

Dr. Stevens is engaged in ongoing laboratory and clinical research dealing with adhesive restorative materials, digital dentistry workflows, endodontics and dental implants. He serves as a key opinion leader to several dental manufacturers and is a member of the editorial advisory board for Compendium. Dr. Stevens has numerous publications in peer-reviewed literature and lectures internationally on the practical implementation and application of modern materials and workflows into daily practice.

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In this episode we'll be talking about topics such as: 1.) The different types of Zirconia 2.) Advantages and disadvantages of Zirconia 3.) Comparing e.max to zirconia 4.) Advantages and disadvantages of e.max 5.) advantages and disadvantages of PFM crowns 6.) History of crown preparation design 7.) Finish line location

About Dr. Stevens: A full-time private practitioner, Dr. Clint Stevens focuses on the use of modern, evidence-based materials in providing the highest level of comprehensive dental care. He graduated from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center San Antonio and completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the University of Michigan. He is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, the International College of Oral Implantologists, and is a member of the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry. He is also an instructor at the MOD Institute in Charleston, South Carolina.

Dr. Stevens is engaged in ongoing laboratory and clinical research dealing with adhesive restorative materials, digital dentistry workflows, endodontics and dental implants. He serves as a key opinion leader to several dental manufacturers and is a member of the editorial advisory board for Compendium. Dr. Stevens has numerous publications in peer-reviewed literature and lectures internationally on the practical implementation and application of modern materials and workflows into daily practice.

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About Dr. Winter:

As one of the world's most recognized prosthodontists and ceramists, Dr. Winter teaches dentists in Spear Workshops to understand the interdependence between laboratory procedures, treatment planning, restorative techniques, materials and laboratory procedures.

In addition to teaching, Dr. Winter produces Spear Study Club modules and creates a variety of clinical content for the Spear learning ecosystem. He has taught more than 900 didactic, clinical and technical courses in more than 40 countries. For the past 36 years, he has maintained a private practice limited to prosthodontics, and currently practices in Newport Beach, California. He is co-founder of Esthetics by Design dental laboratory and is past president of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

Dr. Winter graduated in 1981 from Marquette University School of Dentistry and completed his prosthodontic specialty residency at the VA Medical Center in Milwaukee in 1983.

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This week Dr. Winter will discuss e.max (lithium discilicate) versus zirconia. Bonding e.max. Preparation design, minimal thickness, etc.

About Dr. Robert Winter:

As one of the world's most recognized prosthodontists and ceramists, Dr. Winter teaches dentists in Spear Workshops to understand the interdependence between laboratory procedures, treatment planning, restorative techniques, materials and laboratory procedures.

In addition to teaching, Dr. Winter produces Spear Study Club modules and creates a variety of clinical content for the Spear learning ecosystem. He has taught more than 900 didactic, clinical and technical courses in more than 40 countries. For the past 36 years, he has maintained a private practice limited to prosthodontics, and currently practices in Newport Beach, California. He is co-founder of Esthetics by Design dental laboratory and is past president of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

Dr. Winter graduated in 1981 from Marquette University School of Dentistry and completed his prosthodontic specialty residency at the VA Medical Center in Milwaukee in 1983.

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In this episode Dr. Hanson will answer some of the following questions:

1. What are you evaluating in your consultation appointment?
2. Do you use a purely additive technique when you do composite veneers? Or, do you have to prepare the teeth a bit?
3. In your composite veneer cases do you add the composite by hand or do you have a matrix that you use?
4. You have a prodigious understanding for natural tooth anatomy. How do you recommend someone learn tooth anatomy?
5. What is your advice for shade matching?
6. Please tell us more about your composite veneer virtual course!

About Dr. Hanson: Dr. Hanson’s passion to create “undetectable dentistry” led him to become the 69th doctor world-wide to be formally recognized (FAACD) as an expert in cosmetic dentistry. He firmly believes dentistry should be done in the most minimally-invasive way possible. He is a smile design specialist who can provide you with absolutely beautiful and natural-looking results, done in the most minimally-invasive way.

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This episode features composite veneer and esthetic dentistry subject matter expert Dr. Marshall Hansen. We'll discuss the advantages and disadvantages of composite veneers as well as their indications and technique. Instagram: @dental_digest_podcast

About Dr. Hansen: One of 69 accredited fellows of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry World Wide. Lectures internationally and directs courses to teach other dentists modern cosmetic dental procedures for their patients. Regularly publishes his work and techniques in professional dental journals such as The Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Direct Composite Resin Veneers are a non-invasive treatment option used to improve the color, appearance, shape, proportions, strength, and function of a single tooth or of an entire smile. It can also be used to treat symptoms of cold sensitivity.

The surface of natural teeth are cleaned, polished, and prepared with a fine powdered air- abrasion to allow the material to bond to the tooth. A composite resin is directly bonded to the surfaces of the tooth, and then shaped and polished to a beautiful and natural-looking luster.

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In this episode Ms. Angela Holland, the CEO of Preferred Dental Services will share her protips for having a profitable practice that takes dental insurance. She'll also explain how you can stay out of trouble and avoid insurance fraud.

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One of the greatest ways dentists lose money or get into trouble is not knowing how to deal with Dental insurance companies. Sometimes dentists hire a front office manager to do the billing and manage insurance, but oftentimes they’re undertrained in this area or they can’t devote the time to constantly being up to date on all the changes in dental insurance. So, effectively you’re losing a lot of money. Well, the CEO of Preferred Dental Services is here with us today to share her expertise. Preferred Dental Services is a company where you can entirely outsource insurance to a Billing Specialist so you and your office never have to sweat it again. Hiring a Billing Specialist is like hiring an OUTSTANDING Assitant to your Practice Manager. However, they are paid based on how much money they make you, and NEVER request PTO or uses sick leave. Your Preferred Billing Specialist also doesn’t require medical insurance and removes the threat of embezzlement, and NEVER has to go home early. Angela is phenomenal to work with and once you listen to this episode you’ll realize very quickly she knows what she’s doing. If you want to make your practice more profitable, I recommend you go to preferred dental services.com.

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Topics: digital printing, digital dentistry, digital workflows, implant dentistry, digital smile design

Dr. Wally Rene is back this week and we’ll be talking about digital dentistry. If you missed last week’s episode, I recommend you start there first. Dr. Rene is someone who has truly been a vanguard in the digital dentistry revolution. He was one of the earliest adopters before digital dentistry even took off. He formerly served as a Professor and Assistant Dean of Innovation and Digital Dentistry at the Medical University of South Carolina and has won several national and regional awards for his efforts both pre-clinically and clinically. He’s also the founder of the MOD Institute and leads all learning and innovation initiatives at the organization.

The Modern Optimized Dentistry (MOD) Institute is a dental continuing education center focused on blending evidence-based practices with the latest technology and techniques in order to optimize patient outcomes. The MOD institute seems pretty incredible. They teach dentists how to incorporate cutting edge dentistry, such as digital implant planning, digital smile design, printing a prosthesis, into their practice.

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Dr. Wally Renne is the founder of the MOD Institute and leads all learning and innovation initiatives at the organization. He is a contributing member of MOD Aesthetics, the private practice arm of MOD.

He also serves as a Professor and Assistant Dean of Innovation and Digital Dentistry at the Medical University of South Carolina and has won several national and regional awards for his efforts both pre-clinically and clinically.

He is also an active dental researcher and has published over 30 studies on scan and milling accuracy using various systems. Dr. Renne also has several patents including a patent for a platform of long-term antimicrobial dental materials.

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Dr. Matthew Chesler is a native of Wayzata, Minnesota, near the Twin Cities. After high school, he left the “frozen tundra” behind for sunnier days in Southern California, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at UCSD and then moved on to USC School of Dentistry for his DDS degree in 2004. During his studies he received a faculty award for excellence in Endodontics.

While at USC, Dr. Chesler received a full scholarship from the US Navy. He first reported for active duty to Camp Pendleton where he completed a one year residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry. Shortly afterwards, he became one of the youngest residents to ever be selected for the Endodontics residency program at the Naval Postgraduate Dental School in Bethesda, MD. He completed the program in 2008 and concurrently earned a postdoctoral Master of Science degree from The George Washington University, Washington, DC.

After graduation, he reported to Pearl Harbor, Hawai’i as the Endodontics department head. Lieutenant Commander Chesler was transferred back to the San Diego area in early 2011 where he served as the head of the Endodontics department at Marine Corps Air Station, Miramar. In 2015 he separated from the Navy after eleven years of active duty, but is currently a naval reservist.

Dr. Chesler has remained academically active. In Hawai’i he was chairman of the annual Tri-Service Dental Symposium, providing lectures to all Oahu-based dental officers. He is successfully mentoring promising junior officers to follow his training path. Annually, he attends the American Association of Endodontists continuing education program and stays abreast of the latest research by keeping up with multiple endodontic publications. He holds professional memberships with the American Dental Association, American Association of Endodontists, California Dental Association, and the San Diego County Dental Society.

Dr. Chesler (“Matt”) and his wife, Trang Chesler, also a dentist, have two sons. Matt’s hobbies include 3-putting the greens of various San Diego golf courses, hiking, and posing as potential shark bait when he’s scuba diving. His main interest is in all things automotive, where he is doing his best to get his two young sons as car crazy as he is.

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About Dr. Chesler: Dr. Matthew Chesler is a native of Wayzata, Minnesota, near the Twin Cities. After high school, he left the “frozen tundra” behind for sunnier days in Southern California, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at UCSD and then moved on to USC School of Dentistry for his DDS degree in 2004. During his studies he received a faculty award for excellence in Endodontics.

While at USC, Dr. Chesler received a full scholarship from the US Navy. He first reported for active duty to Camp Pendleton where he completed a one year residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry. Shortly afterwards, he became one of the youngest residents to ever be selected for the Endodontics residency program at the Naval Postgraduate Dental School in Bethesda, MD. He completed the program in 2008 and concurrently earned a postdoctoral Master of Science degree from The George Washington University, Washington, DC.

After graduation, he reported to Pearl Harbor, Hawai’i as the Endodontics department head. Lieutenant Commander Chesler was transferred back to the San Diego area in early 2011 where he served as the head of the Endodontics department at Marine Corps Air Station, Miramar. In 2015 he separated from the Navy after eleven years of active duty, but is currently a naval reservist.

Dr. Chesler has remained academically active. In Hawai’i he was chairman of the annual Tri-Service Dental Symposium, providing lectures to all Oahu-based dental officers. He is successfully mentoring promising junior officers to follow his training path. Annually, he attends the American Association of Endodontists continuing education program and stays abreast of the latest research by keeping up with multiple endodontic publications. He holds professional memberships with the American Dental Association, American Association of Endodontists, California Dental Association, and the San Diego County Dental Society.

Dr. Chesler (“Matt”) and his wife, Trang Chesler, also a dentist, have two sons. Matt’s hobbies include 3-putting the greens of various San Diego golf courses, hiking, and posing as potential shark bait when he’s scuba diving. His main interest is in all things automotive, where he is doing his best to get his two young sons as car crazy as he is.

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Dr. Bill Robbins, is back this week. If you didn’t get a chance to listen to his first episode, which aired last week, I highly recommend you do so. Also, if you’re loving what you’re learning this week, I suggest you come check out his study club, Global diagnosis education.

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Dr. Robbins has coauthored the textbook we’re all familiar with, Fundamentals of Operative Dentistry and a new textbook “Global Diagnosis.” He’s also past president of the American Board of General Dentistry, the Academy of Operative Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and more. And whether he realizes it or not, he’s been a role model for me for years. As I’ve mentioned before, there have been a few educators that have been my inspiration for wanting to create this podcast, and Dr. Robbins is one of them.

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My guest for my next two episodes is comprehensive dentist, renowned educator, treatment planning master extraordinaire, Dr Bill Robbins. He coauthored the textbook we’re all familiar with, Fundamentals of Operative Dentistry and a new textbook “Global Diagnosis.” He’s also past president of the American Board of General Dentistry, the Academy of Operative Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and more. And whether he realizes it or not, he’s been a role model for me for years. As I’ve mentioned before, there have been a few educators that have been my inspiration for wanting to create this podcast, and Dr. Robbins is one of them.

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Some things we'll discuss in this episode:

1. What is the Global Diagnosis System for Treatment Planning

2. What does it mean for treatment plans to be facially generated

3. Causes for excessive gingival display

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In 1983 Dr. Brian P. LeSage earned his doctor of dental surgery degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery. He graduated magna cum laude and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. And he completed a general residency program at the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dentistry.

He began private practice in Washington, D.C., with an emphasis on esthetic and reconstructive dentistry. He relocated to Beverly Hills and, in 1990, established the Beverly Hills Institute of Dental Esthetics, where he practices with his wife, Dr. Afsaneh Malaekeh.

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Jeffrey S. Rouse, D.D.S. maintains a private practice in San Antonio, Texas and practiced with Drs. Gregg Kinzer and Frank Spear in Seattle, Washington. In 2017, he became a member of the Resident Faculty at Spear Education in Scottsdale, AZ. He was also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio from 2004-2019. After graduation from dental school in San Antonio, Dr Rouse completed a 2-year General Practice Residency at the University of Connecticut Health Science Center. He practiced family dentistry for twelve years before returning to school. Dr Rouse received his specialty certificate in Prosthodontics from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2004. He is a member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, the American College of Prosthodontists, and past president of the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry.

Dr. Rouse has written numerous journal articles including a portion of the “Annual Review of Selected Dental Literature” published each summer in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. He has a textbook published in 2016 by Quintessence titled "Global" Diagnosis: A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning written with his teaching partner, Dr. Bill Robbins. Furthermore, he has contributed chapters on porcelain veneers and anterior ceramic crowns to three editions of a dental textbook. Dr. Rouse lectures nationally and internationally on a wide variety of topics ranging from dental esthetics to airway prosthodontics.

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I have gotten so many requests to have some episodes be about practice management and how to have a thriving dental practice, whether you’re a practice owner or associate. Dentists deserve to be compensated for their hard work. We do have a service based-profession, but we work very hard. We’ve spent so many years of our lives being disciplined to keep learning when perhaps others have been able to play. So, my guest this week came to me highly recommended by the creator of the keep cerecing facebook group, Dr. Dhaval Patel. My guest is Dr. Tarun Agarwal. He’s been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, and FOX. He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center which is dedicated to sharing his expertise. And today, he’s going to give us a lot of wisdom on how to be a financially successful dentist. Whether you're an associate or practice owner, you’ll learn some relevant pearls about how to have a financially successful dental practice.

About Dr. Agarwal:

Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a loving husband and dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

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In this episode, board certified oral maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Jay Platt will discuss analgesics, how to prescribe antibiotics, antibiotic resistance, new guidelines related to antibiotics, MRONJ, oral pathology and more.

Jay Platt, DDS is originally from Fort Wayne, graduating from high school in 1979. From there he spent three years at Indiana University in Bloomington and entered Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1983.

After graduating from IUSD in 1986 he did a one-year general practice residency at the Indiana University Medical Center. From 1987-1990 he did an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon Residency at the IU Medical Center, gaining his certificate in 1990. In 1992, Dr. Platt became Board Certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and has maintained it since.

He was awarded fellowship in the American College of Dentists and he is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Dental Association, Indiana Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Northwest Indiana Dental Society, he is a diplomate of the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology, and a member of the International College of Oral Implantologists. He is a past member of the Board of the Northwest Indiana Dental Society and past President of the Indiana Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He is on faculty at Spear Education and speaks regularly at the AAOMS annual meeting in addition to the AAOMS Dental Implant Conference.

Dr. Platt practices all phases of oral and maxillofacial surgery concentrating on all types of extractions, placement of dental implants, exposure of impacted teeth, pathology and corrective jaw surgery. He has great interest and experience in intraoral bone grafts and placement of dental implants. As the founder of the Northwest Indiana Dental Implant Study Club he has been a leader in the area of dental implants for many years. He maintains two Spear Study clubs as well. The use of Nitrous Oxide and IV anesthetics in the office to allow for maximum patient comfort is a big part of his practice.

Dr. Platt currently resides in Munster with his wife Bobbie.

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I'm a big fan of Dr. Jeff Rouse's work with occlusion and airway prosthodontics. In this two part series Dr. Rouse will delve into misconceptions in occlusion, airway prosthodontics, obstructive sleep apnea, bruxism, the Seattle Protocol, TMD, TMJ, nasal breathing and so much more.

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About Dr. Rouse:

Dr. Rouse is recognized as a pioneer in the field of airway prosthodontics — the impact that a compromised airway has on the stomatognathic system. Along with fellow Spear Resident Faculty member Dr. Greggory Kinzer, he developed the "Seattle Protocol" to recognize, control and direct resolution of airway distress in a restorative dental practice.

Dr. Rouse maintains a private practice in San Antonio, Texas, and practices with Dr. Kinzer and Dr. Frank Spear in Seattle. He is also an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Among his dental accolades, he has written numerous journal articles, including a portion of the “Annual Review of Selected Dental Literature” published each summer in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. Most recently, he co-wrote a textbook by Quintessence titled "Global Diagnosis: A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning.”

After graduating from dental school in San Antonio, Dr. Rouse completed a two-year general practice residency at the University of Connecticut Health Science Center. He practiced family dentistry for 12 years before returning to school to earn his specialty certificate in prosthodontics from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2004. He is a member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and American College of Prosthodontists and past president of the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry.

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This episode features Dr. Frank Milnar and he'll provide you with a sneak peak into what he'll be discussing at the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry's (AACD) Annual Scientific Session in Orlando. 

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About Dr. Milnar:

Frank J. Milnar DDS, AAACD is a graduate from the University of Minnesota, School of Dentistry in 1976. He is an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Board Examiner for the Accreditation process.

Dr. Milnar maintains a full-time practice in St. Paul, Minnesota emphasizing Minimally Invasive and appearance-related dentistry. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles about the direct placement of composites, shade selection and porcelain materials and is on editorial review boards for dental journals. Dr. Milnar is co-founder of the Minnesota Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and has lectured extensively within the US Armed Forces as well as internationally on the subject of direct composite restorations, shade selection and porcelain materials.

He has been voted “Top Dentist” and voted into the” Top Dentist Hall of Fame” for the last five years by his peers in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine. He has been voted by Dentistry Today as one of the top 100 dentists contributing to dental education. Most recently, Dr.Milnar was nominated to the University Of Minnesota School Of Dentistry Continuing Education Advisory Board. He is a Visiting Faculty Member for the BIOCLEAR Learning Center and received the BIOCLEAR Mastership Award.

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This episode is the final episode in our 3 part series on treatment planning and occlusion with Dr. Frank Spear. We'll discuss when to restore in centric occlusion (CO) versus MIP.

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About Dr. Spear:

As co-founder and director of Spear Education, Dr. Spear continues to be recognized as one of the premier educators in esthetic and restorative dentistry in the world. He earned his dental degree at the University of Washington in 1979 and an M.S.D. in periodontal prosthodontics in 1982.

Dr. Spear has been recognized by numerous associations for his contributions to dentistry. In 1993, he was awarded the Christensen Award for Excellence in Restorative Education from the Chicago Dental Society. In 1995, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry presented him with a special award for having advanced the art and science of cosmetic dentistry in the U.S. In 1996, he received the Saul Schluger Memorial Award for Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning from the Seattle Study Club. In 2003, he and colleague Vincent G. Kokich were awarded the first-ever President’s Award for excellence in education from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

In 2004, Dr. Spear earned the Distinguished Alumnus Award from Pacific Lutheran University, where he earned his undergraduate degree. In 2013, he was named Distinguished Alumnus for the University of Washington School of Dentistry. In 2018 he received the first-ever Charles Pincus-Ronald Goldstein Lifetime Achievement Award in Esthetic Dentistry from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

In addition to his work at Spear, Dr. Spear is an affiliate professor in the graduate prosthodontics program at the University of Washington. He and fellow Spear Resident Faculty member Dr. Greggory Kinzer maintain a private practice in Seattle limited to esthetics and fixed prosthodontics. In addition to his faculty and practice responsibilities, Dr. Spear maintains a busy lecture schedule, presenting dental continuing education in North America, Europe and Asia.

Dr. Spear belongs to multiple dental organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the American College of Prosthodontics. He is also a past president of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

• 1993 - Christensen Award for Excellence in Restorative Education
• 1996 - American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Achievement Award for Advancing the Science and Art of Cosmetic Dentistry in the United States
• 1996 - Schluger Award for Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
• 2004 - Academy of Esthetic Dentistry President’s Award (inaugural award),
• 2004 - Pacific Lutheran University Distinguished Alumnus Award
• 2009-2010 - Townie Award Winner

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Dr. Frank Spear is back for our 3 part series on treatment planning and occlusion!

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About Dr. Spear:

As co-founder and director of Spear Education, Dr. Spear continues to be recognized as one of the premier educators in esthetic and restorative dentistry in the world. He earned his dental degree at the University of Washington in 1979 and an M.S.D. in periodontal prosthodontics in 1982.

Dr. Spear has been recognized by numerous associations for his contributions to dentistry. In 1993, he was awarded the Christensen Award for Excellence in Restorative Education from the Chicago Dental Society. In 1995, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry presented him with a special award for having advanced the art and science of cosmetic dentistry in the U.S. In 1996, he received the Saul Schluger Memorial Award for Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning from the Seattle Study Club. In 2003, he and colleague Vincent G. Kokich were awarded the first-ever President’s Award for excellence in education from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

In 2004, Dr. Spear earned the Distinguished Alumnus Award from Pacific Lutheran University, where he earned his undergraduate degree. In 2013, he was named Distinguished Alumnus for the University of Washington School of Dentistry. In 2018 he received the first-ever Charles Pincus-Ronald Goldstein Lifetime Achievement Award in Esthetic Dentistry from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

In addition to his work at Spear, Dr. Spear is an affiliate professor in the graduate prosthodontics program at the University of Washington. He and fellow Spear Resident Faculty member Dr. Greggory Kinzer maintain a private practice in Seattle limited to esthetics and fixed prosthodontics. In addition to his faculty and practice responsibilities, Dr. Spear maintains a busy lecture schedule, presenting dental continuing education in North America, Europe and Asia.

Dr. Spear belongs to multiple dental organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the American College of Prosthodontics. He is also a past president of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

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Dr. Frank Spear is back for our 3 part series on treatment planning and occlusion!

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About Dr. Spear:

As co-founder and director of Spear Education, Dr. Spear continues to be recognized as one of the premier educators in esthetic and restorative dentistry in the world. He earned his dental degree at the University of Washington in 1979 and an M.S.D. in periodontal prosthodontics in 1982.

Dr. Spear has been recognized by numerous associations for his contributions to dentistry. In 1993, he was awarded the Christensen Award for Excellence in Restorative Education from the Chicago Dental Society. In 1995, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry presented him with a special award for having advanced the art and science of cosmetic dentistry in the U.S. In 1996, he received the Saul Schluger Memorial Award for Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning from the Seattle Study Club. In 2003, he and colleague Vincent G. Kokich were awarded the first-ever President’s Award for excellence in education from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

In 2004, Dr. Spear earned the Distinguished Alumnus Award from Pacific Lutheran University, where he earned his undergraduate degree. In 2013, he was named Distinguished Alumnus for the University of Washington School of Dentistry. In 2018 he received the first-ever Charles Pincus-Ronald Goldstein Lifetime Achievement Award in Esthetic Dentistry from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

In addition to his work at Spear, Dr. Spear is an affiliate professor in the graduate prosthodontics program at the University of Washington. He and fellow Spear Resident Faculty member Dr. Greggory Kinzer maintain a private practice in Seattle limited to esthetics and fixed prosthodontics. In addition to his faculty and practice responsibilities, Dr. Spear maintains a busy lecture schedule, presenting dental continuing education in North America, Europe and Asia.

Dr. Spear belongs to multiple dental organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the American College of Prosthodontics. He is also a past president of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

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Our guest this week is a man that needs no introduction. It’s my hero, Dr. Frank Spear. He’s the founder of Spear education. He’s both a periodontist and a prosthodontist. He’s honestly my muse for creating this podcast. Dr. Spear has done so much for dentistry and facilitating an on going education for so many dentists. With dental digest i wanted to find a way to empower dentists to stay on the forefront of evidence based dentistry the way Dr. Spear’s institution has done for dentists.

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In this episode we'll new paradigms in dental occlusion. I'll be asking Dr. Spear to discuss which theories about occlusion are now irrelevant and which theories still matter today.

About Dr. Spear:

As co-founder and director of Spear Education, Dr. Spear continues to be recognized as one of the premier educators in esthetic and restorative dentistry in the world. He earned his dental degree at University of Washington in 1979 and an M.S.D. in periodontal prosthodontics in 1982.

Dr. Spear has been recognized by numerous associations for his contributions to dentistry. In 1993, he was awarded the Christensen Award for Excellence in Restorative Education from the Chicago Dental Society. In 1995, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry presented him with a special award for having advanced the art and science of cosmetic dentistry in the U.S. In 1996, he received the Saul Schluger Memorial Award for Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning from the Seattle Study Club. In 2003, he and colleague Vincent G. Kokich were awarded the first-ever President’s Award for excellence in education from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

In 2004, Dr. Spear earned the Distinguished Alumnus Award from Pacific Lutheran University, where he earned his undergraduate degree. In 2013, he was named Distinguished Alumnus for the University of Washington School of Dentistry. In 2018 he received the first ever Charles Pincus-Ronald Goldstein Lifetime Achievement Award in Esthetic Dentistry from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

In addition to his work at Spear, Dr. Spear is an affiliate professor in the graduate prosthodontics program at the University of Washington. He and fellow Spear Resident Faculty member Dr. Greggory Kinzer maintain a private practice in Seattle limited to esthetics and fixed prosthodontics. In addition to his faculty and practice responsibilities, Dr. Spear maintains a busy lecture schedule, presenting dental continuing education in North America, Europe and Asia.

Dr. Spear belongs to multiple dental organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the American College of Prosthodontics. He is also a past president of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

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This episode is the second one in our series about digital dentistry.This episode is really important because frankly with how quickly digital dentistry evolves what you knew 2 years ago may now be obsolete. Our guest this week is medical University of South Carolna dental school professor, Dr. Anthony Mennito. We’re going to be talking about CAD/CAM dentistry and digital dentistry. Dr. Mennito is here today to talk with you about critical advances that you don’t want to miss out on.

Dr. Mennito is also a key opinion leader in digital dentistry with 20+ publications, lectured in over 7 countries and has a patent on an antimicrobial copper based particle that can be added to dental adhesives to make them more durable.

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Digital dentistry evolves so quickly that what was true yesterday might not be true today. Dr. Anthony Mennito is a key opinion leader in CAD/CAM and digital dentistry and he's here today to give us important updates. In this episode we'll talk about limitations in digital dentistry as well as important advances. We'll spend a large portion of this episode talking about digital dentistry as it applies to veneers, esthetic dentistry and minimally invasive preparation design.

Dr. Mennito is an Associate Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina, Key opinion leader in digital dentistry with 20+ publications and he's lectured in over 7 countries.

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This week is our second episode in our mini series on managing dental trauma with Dr. Lou Berman. We’ll be talking about managing luxation, where you can find guidelines and how to gauge a tooth’s prognosis. You may know Dr. Berman from your endo text book. He’s one of the senior authors for the ninth, 10th and current (11th) editions of the leading endodontic textbook, “Cohen’s Pathways of the Pulp,” of which he is also the co-editor.

Dr. Berman is also faculty at Spear Education, Clinical associate professor of endodontics at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry and a clinical instructor and guest lecturer at the Einstein Medical Center. He's also senior editor and contributing author of the comprehensive textbook, “Dental Traumatology.”

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This week we’re going to be discussing managing dental trauma with Dr. Lou Berman. He is a big deal in the endo world. In fact, you may know him from your endo text book. He’s one of the senior authors for the ninth, 10th and current (11th) editions of the leading endodontic textbook, “Cohen’s Pathways of the Pulp,” of which he is also the co-editor.

Here are some of the questions that this episode will answer:

1. In the instances of dental trauma, what type of data are you gathering in your initial exam?
2. 1. What type of radiographs should be taken?
   2. How should the traumatized tooth or site of trauma be evaluated?
   3. Which type of vitality testing should be completed?
   4. What constitutes an “uncomplicated crown fracture”?
   5. Likewise, what is a “complicated crown fracture”?
3. Tooth Fracture
   1. What are the indications for pulp capping?
   2. 1. Which material are you using for pulp capping?

4. If the fracture involves the pulp, when might RCT be indicated?

5. How do you manage a crown fracture in a non vital pulp with an open apex?

Dr. Berman is also faculty at Spear Education, Clinical associate professor of endodontics at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry and a clinical instructor and guest lecturer at the Einstein Medical Center and senior editor and contributing author of the comprehensive textbook, “Dental Traumatology.”

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In August I had the opportunity to attend the Alleman’s mastership reunion in Park City, Utah. The Mastership Reunion was a 3 day event that showcased some incredible speakers. 3 of those speaker, Dr. Jihyon Kim, Dr. Ashley Chung and Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus are here in today’s episode to share a few pearls from their lecture.

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In this episode Dr. Nate Lawson, DMD, PhD will delve into dental materials such as E.max (lithium discilicate), other glassy ceramics and glass ionomer. We will explore topics you may have missed in dental school and give you updates on new technology. You'll learn gain a foundational understanding for these materials.

Nathaniel Lawson DMD PhD is the Director of the Division of Biomaterials at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. He is a researcher who has published over 150 articles, abstracts, book chapters, and periodicals related to dental materials. He is also a clinician who uses new types of dental materials to asses their strengths and shortcomings in his practice. Finally, he is an educator who is passionate about presenting dental materials in a light that is more understandable and exciting than you may have been taught in dental school.

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In this episode Dr. Nate Lawson, DMD, PhD will delve into dental materials such as resin composite, glass ionomer, resin modified glass ionomer and curing lights. We will explore topics you may have missed in dental school and give you updates on new technology. You'll learn gain a foundational understanding for these materials.

Nathaniel Lawson DMD PhD is the Director of the Division of Biomaterials at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. He is a researcher who has published over 150 articles, abstracts, book chapters, and periodicals related to dental materials. He is also a clinician who uses new types of dental materials to asses their strengths and shortcomings in his practice. Finally, he is an educator who is passionate about presenting dental materials in a light that is more understandable and exciting than you may have been taught in dental school.

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This week our guest is Dr. Amelia or Amy Orta. She studied Advanced Prosthodontic, with an emphasis on advanced training in minimally invasive dentistry, esthetic dentistry and complex full mouth rehabilitations using natural teeth and/or implants. Dr. Orta has received the The Southeastern Academy of Prosthodontics Excellence in Prosthodontics Award, The Whip Mix Best of the Best in Prosthodontics Award, The Omicron Kappa Upsilon Most Outstanding Senior Comprehensive Care Case Award and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Dental Implant Student Award. I mean, she is one accomplished woman.

Dr. Orta recently published a paper discussing a full mouth rehabilitation. In this ep, we’re going to learn how she comprehensively approached managing this case. This episode is going to be incredibly informative because it’s the first time I’ve invited a prosthodontist on to delve into treatment planning a full mouth rehab.

Here’s some background on the case Dr. Orta will be presenting on. This patient is a 42 year old male with heavily restored teeth (several of which have poor margin adaptation), recurrent caries on several teeth, missing most of his molars, no history of perio, and loss of VDO. In effect, this patient is on track to be in dentures within the next decade or two if someone doesn’t intervene. In this episode you’re going to learn about the types of records gathered and the work that goes into treatment planning a case like this.

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This episode is the second part on deep margin elevation with Dr. David Gerdolle. I highly recommend you go back and listen to last week’s episode, but just in case you need a review, I’ll tell you about our speaker. Dr. Gerdolle was a professor at the University of Nancy in France from 1993 to 2005 and now maintains a private practice in Switzerland. He has lectured worldwide on topics pertaining to adhesive dentistry and biomimetic dentistry as well as written several peer-reviewed publications.

Last week we had a cursory discussion on deep margin elevation, and in this episode we’ll be comparing deep margin elevation against crown lengthening and talking about it’s safety. Just as a review, deep margin elevation is the process of raising a subgingival margin with composite.

The traditional approach to dentistry would say that the margins of your indirect restoration (i.e. inlays, onlays, crowns, overlays, etc) must be on natural tooth structure, but modern adhesive dentistry offers us different treatment modalities. With biomimetic dentistry we can use composite to raise the margins of the preparation that way they’re easy to identify and delivery of the indirect restoration is smooth sailing

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This episode is the second part on deep margin elevation with Dr. David Gerdolle. I highly recommend you go back and listen to last week’s episode, but just in case you need a review, I’ll tell you about our speaker. Dr. Gerdolle was a professor at the University of Nancy in France from 1993 to 2005 and now maintains a private practice in Switzerland. He has lectured worldwide on topics pertaining to adhesive dentistry and biomimetic dentistry as well as written several peer-reviewed publications.

Last week we had a cursory discussion on deep margin elevation, and in this episode we’ll be comparing deep margin elevation against crown lengthening and talking about it’s safety. Just as a review, deep margin elevation is the process of raising a subgingival margin with composite.

The traditional approach to dentistry would say that the margins of your indirect restoration (i.e. inlays, onlays, crowns, overlays, etc) must be on natural tooth structure, but modern adhesive dentistry offers us different treatment modalities. With biomimetic dentistry we can use composite to raise the margins of the preparation that way they’re easy to identify and delivery of the indirect restoration is smooth sailing

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Today we’ll be delving into deep margin elevation and isolation. This episode is a two part series so be sure to come back next week. Deep margin elevation (DME) is a restorative technique which can at times be a viable alternative to crown lengthening. This approach was first presented by Didier Dietschi in 1998 and is sometimes also known as coronal margin relocation. It involves raising deep subgingival proximal margins in a coronal direction with composite. However, deep margin elevation must be used with careful isolation and a matrix band. Dr. Gerdolle will give you a foundational definition on deep margin elevation aka DME, talk about how to achieve good isolation and what type of magnification you should be using.

This episode features none other than biomimetic master and leader, Dr. David Gerdolle. Dr. Gerdolle achieved a number of Postgraduate Diplomas from the Universities of Paris and Gothenburg, in Oral and Osteo-articular Biology, Implantology, Prosthodontics and Adhesive Dentistry. Dr. Gerdolle was a professor at the University of Nancy in France from 1993 to 2005 and now maintains a private practice in Switzerland. He has lectured worldwide in seminars and congresses, as well as provided a multitude of hands on courses. He is renowned for his publications as an author and co-author in a multitude of journals.

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Should adults and children be nasal breathers or mouth breathers? Does it matter? If so, why is mouth breathing so problematic? What can it do to our anatomy. This episode is the second part of a two part series on the airway. Our guest this week is board certified periodontist and orthodontist, Dr. Rebecca Bockow. She lectures nationally and abroad on periodontics, orthodontics, interdisciplinary orthodontics, airway, and skeletal growth and development. She contributes to multiple professional journals as an author and editor. Dr. Bockow is also resident faculty at Spear Education.

In this episode Dr. Bockow will discuss breathing patterns in childhood that dramatically alter facial development. You’ll learn why mouth breathing and anatomical variations (such as enlarged tonsils and adenoids) can lead to malocclusions like cross bites and anterior open bites. Additionally, Dr. Bockow will discuss intervention strategies.

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Our guest this week is board certified periodontist and orthodontist, Dr. Rebecca Bockow. She lectures nationally and abroad on periodontics, orthodontics, interdisciplinary orthodontics, airway, and skeletal growth and development. She contributes to multiple professional journals as an author and editor. Dr. Bockow is also resident faculty at Spear Education

In this episode Dr. Bockow will discuss breathing patterns in childhood that dramatically alter facial development. You’ll learn why mouth breathing and anatomical variations (such as enlarged tonsils and adenoids) can lead to malocclusions like cross bites and anterior open bites. Additionally, Dr. Bockow will discuss intervention strategies.

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In this episode we'll take a sneak peak into the science behind teeth whitening agents with Dr. Jerome Cha. Dr. Cha is accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the founder of the Oklahoma Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

What does it mean to be accredited by the AACD? Becoming accredited involves engaging in a rigorous program of continuing dental education, written and oral examinations, and case submissions through a proven and respected protocol that has set the standard for esthetic excellence. This prestigious designation also stands for clinical confidence, peer recognition, personal honor, and professional credibility. Those who have achieved this status use these credentials to communicate their remarkable accomplishment as well as their unique position within the world of cosmetic dentistry.

In this episode I'll also be joined by a guest co-host, my colleague and friend, Dr. Trey Hardison.

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In this episode, we'll analyze the science surrounding stannous fluoride and Sodium Fluoride. We'll evaluate why stannous fluoride is a particularly powerful fluoride.

Remember when you were in dental school and you had a cariology course? I mean I don’t know about you, but a very short portion of my dental school curriculum was devoted to cariology and oral hygiene instructions. I initially learned about fluoride’s mechanism of action the very first month i was in dental school, and honestly, my professor Dr. Metz gave me an incredible basis. But then sadly, that was really the last I heard of it.

Fluoride is actually an incredible chemical. It has revolutionized dentistry. I think fluoride is to dentistry what vaccines are to modern medicine. What other compound has entirely changed the dental landscape? This episode is going to do what we do best on the podcast, we’ll uncover the science behind fluoride and even more specifically, the swiss army knife of fluoride, stannous fluoride. We’ll also clear up some misconceptions related to stannous fluoride. Here with us today is chemical engineer Dr. Samuel St John and board certified prosthodontist Dr. Ward Noble. We’ll unpack the hidden story of stannous fluoride.

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In this episode, Dr. Greg Asatrian and Dr. Boris Atlas will compare sonic action versus oscillating rotating type toothbrushes. You'll also learn how an electric toothbrush compares to a manual toothbrush. In this episode we'll be sure to delve into the literature to see what recommendations you can make to your patients.

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About Dr. Greg Asatrian:

Dr. Greg is a board-certified orthodontist in Southern California. He completed his orthodontic residency in 2019 during which he served as chief resident in the Section of Orthodontics at the UCLA School of Dentistry. He received his doctoral degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry in 2016 during which he inducted as a member of the national dental honor society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. As a resident, he works to implement his expertise in technology with patient care, and as such has been advancing orthodontic treatment planning and therapy by utilizing 3D technology. In conjunction to his clinical education, Dr. Asatrian is a prolific researcher in tissue engineering, authoring over 30 peer-reviewed journals/books and presenting at over 100 domestic and international conferences. His research revolves around the investigation of novel biologics for bone regeneration.

As a hobby, Dr. Greg has founded and developed a number of patient-oriented online platforms focused around education. His passion for teaching, videography, and technology has coalesced in platforms such as the Braces Explained channel on YouTube and The Braces Club on Facebook. He loves interacting with those interested in orthodontics from all over the world and putting their concerns and anxieties at ease.

About Dr. Boris Atlas:

Boris qualified from the University of Glasgow Dental School in 2005, during which time he had the privilege of conducting pioneering research into the genetics of the periodontal ligament at Harvard Medical School under tutelage of Prof Bjorn Olsen and Dr. Naomi Fukai.

He is currently studying for the Diploma of the Membership of General Dental Practitioners of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and is a member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the British Dental Association.

While in Glasgow, Boris treated a wide range of patients at a highly respected private practice in the South Side of the city, allowing him to perform all aspects of aesthetic dentistry including facial aesthetic treatments such as wrinkle correction and dermal fillers, as well as restorative dentistry. Boris is a strong believer in continuing professional education and regularly undertakes training in aesthetic dentistry, smile design, occlusion, facial aesthetics and acupuncture and is enjoying developing his interest in the holistic treatment of patients, whether their cases are simple or complex. His caring manner and infectious enthusiasm for his craft ensures that his patients are always well informed, relaxed and leave the clinic smiling.

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This episode will continue the discussion on fiber reinforced composite and continuous fiber with researcher, academic and clinician Dr. Filip Keulemans.

Composite, as you know is a mainstay, but we all know it shrinks. On average it shrinks about 1-6%. Some more, some less. And, one of the most vulnerable landmarks of the restoration is the hybrid layer. The hybrid layer, is the layer that forms when the resin monomer penetrates into the collagen fibrils of the dentin. The hybrid layer is vulnerable for a lot of reasons, but just think of the hybrid layer conceptually and you’ll see why it can succumb to delamination. You’re trying to get plastic to bond to a wet bodily tissue aka dentin. We’ve identified two challenges here - composite shrinks and we’re trying to form a bond that lasts twenty years.

This is where Ribbond, or a leno weave polyethylene fiber comes in. And, just for your awareness, I have no conflict of interest with Ribbond. In this episode you’re going to learn a lot about fiber (aka Ribbond) from prolific researcher, scientist and clinician Filip Keulemans. Just do a pubmed search on this guy. He is leading the charge in researching fiber reinforced composites. His work has been cited by hundreds and read by thousands. He has over 20 peer reviewed articles on the topic.

Throughout this discussion you may hear of two different types of fiber. There is continuous fiber and short fiber. Continuous fiber honestly looks like a thin strip of a cotton gauze and its placed in the floor of the restoration. Short fiber, on the other hand, contains small fiber particles that are dispersed throughout the composite. Short fiber is believed to make the composite much stronger. Here today to discuss this topic is Dr. Filip Keulemans. He has a background not only as a clinician but also a dental researcher. He has dozens of publications and he's even written a chapter in the textbook clinical guide to principles of fiber-reinforced composites in dentistry

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This episode focuses on Ribbond (continuous fiber) and short fiber reinforced composites. In this episode you'll learn why this may be the next big thing in restorative (operative) dentistry. Our guest today is Dr. Filip Keulemans

A big focus on this podcast is how to do good, high quality restorative dentistry that lasts decades and I really believe biomimetic dentistry holds the answers. One of the things biomimetic dentistry seeks to do is overcome some of the shortcomings associated with the dental materials we have available to us. Composite, as you know is a mainstay, but we all know it shrinks. On average it shrinks about 2%. Some more, some less. And, one of the most vulnerable landmarks of the restoration is the hybrid layer. The hybrid layer, is the layer that forms when the resin monomer penetrates into the collagen fibrils of the dentin. The hybrid layer is vulnerable for a lot of reasons, but just think of the hybrid layer conceptually and you’ll see why it can succumb to delamination. You’re trying to get plastic to bond to a wet bodily tissue aka dentin. We’ve identified two challenges here - composite shrinks and we’re trying to form a bond that lasts twenty years.

This is where Ribbond, or a leno weave polyethylene fiber comes in. And, just for your awareness, I have no conflict of interest with Ribbond. In this episode you’re going to learn a lot about fiber (aka Ribbond) from prolific researcher, scientist and clinician Filip Keulemans. Just do a pubmed search on this guy. He is leading the charge in researching fiber reinforced composites. His work has been cited by hundreds and read by thousands. He has over 20 peer reviewed articles on the topic. He’ll be joining us out of Belgium.

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Sometimes we can have a hand in motivating behavior just by meeting patients where they are. Perhaps if we provide our patients with the right information and the best resources we can get them on a better track. This episode features Professor Liran Levin who started as a podcast guest one year ago and has now turned into a friend and mentor.

Dr. Levin is going to discuss with us an app he was apart of creating as well as dental technology available to patients that can improve their quality of life. He is presently the head of the Periodontology Division at the University of Alberta, Canada. He was also a visiting professor at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. With over 230 publications, book chapters and countless speaking engagements, he is one accomplished clinician and academic.

About Dr. Levin:

Prof. Liran Levin is a professor of periodontology at the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta, Canada. He is also a visiting professor at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA. He is currently the President-elect of the International Association for Dental Traumatology (IADT) and was chairing the 2020 IADT dental trauma guidelines committee.

Prof. Liran Levin was the Head of Research at the School of Dentistry, Rambam Health Care Campus. He’s also Faculty of Medicine – Technion IIT Haifa, Israel.

Prof. Liran Levin received his DMD degree with distinction at Tel Aviv University and completed his Post Graduate Periodontology Program at the Department of Periodontology, Rambam Health Care Campus. He also received his Periodontology Specialist Certificate from the European Federation of Periodontology as well as a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada in Periodontology.

Prof. Liran Levin has published more than 280 articles and book chapters in the international professional literature and is involved in research mainly in periodontology, dental implants and dental trauma. His papers received more than 8,000 scientific citations.

He has been lecturing extensively both nationally and internationally in the fields of dental implants and periodontal diseases. Prof. Levin serves as an Associate Editor for the International Dental Journal, Scientific Associate Editor for the Quintessence International, Associate Editor for the Dental Traumatology and as an Editorial Board Member and a manuscript reviewer for some of the leading international professional Journals in the fields of periodontology, dental implants, dental trauma and general dentistry.

Prof. Levin has served as The Chairman of the Ethics in Dental Research Committee of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR).

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Immediate dentin sealing (IDS) is a core principle of Biomimetic dentistry (BRD) but it can be incredibly confusing. In this episode your host, Dr. Melissa Seibert will take a deep dive into what IDS is with Dr. Matt Nejad. You'll walk away with a firm understanding for what it is and how to complete it. Dr. Michael J. Morgan defined IDS best when he stated that "Immediate dentin sealing (IDS) is the application of a dentin bonding agent to freshly cut dentin when it is exposed during tooth preparation for indirect restorations (inlays/onlays, crowns). IDS is a progressive protocol designed to address the challenges of preparation, temporization, and final cementation of indirect restorative procedures, and offers several distinct advantages." (click here for full article).

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About Dr. Nejad: "

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. He provides education and training in Biomimetic Dentistry through the Nejad Institute for Biomimetic Dentistry.

Dr. Nejad received his DDS degree from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry (University of Southern California School of Dentistry) in 2010. As a student, Dr. Nejad was mentored in a selective program run by Dr. Pascal Magne, known globally as the leading authority in esthetic dentistry and credited as the “father” of biomimetic dentistry. He finished top of this mentoring program in both the didactic testing and clinical case experience. By graduation, he completed a record amount of prosthodontic and cosmetic cases, earning a truly unique training experience.

After graduating, Dr. Nejad went an unconventional route and started his own practice immediately so that he could provide Biomimetic and Esthetic dentistry exactly the way he envisioned. He was also the youngest dentist to become a member of the USC faculty, teaching alongside his mentor Dr. Magne since 2010. In 2013, he moved his practice to Beverly Hills and joined with Dr. Mark Helm and Dr. Kyle Stanley, where he currently practices full-time. Throughout his professional career, Dr. Nejad has committed substantial time and energy to advance the practice, education, and development of Biomimetic Dentistry. The Nejad Institute provides training and mentorship for dentists interested in learning Biomimetic Dentistry.

Today, Dr. Nejad is considered one of the top opinion leaders in the dental industry. He is committed to the research and scientific development of adhesive and biomimetic dentistry. He consults with top companies, helping develop innovative dental materials and new products. Dr. Nejad continues to lecture nationally and internationally, is a key opinion leader for multiple companies, and is a member of the ADA Standards Committee on Dental Products (SCDP).

His areas of research and interest are adhesion, polymerization stress, residual stress, biomechanics, occlusion, and esthetics." - Source: (click here)

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Here on the podcast we mostly talk about the science behind dentistry, but every once and a while I like to take a knee and talk about things that can make your practice stronger or things that can improve your quality of life and facilitate self-development. Yoga and mindfulness are really important to me. These practices enable me to recharge and be more conscientious of my patients. For this reason, I’ve invited the dental yogis, Dr. Danielle Cascioli and Dr. Christian Pavel on to the show. We’ll talk about how mindfulness can transform your life and your practice and why I think every dentist needs to practice yoga. You'll learn how to apply mindfulness to dentistry and how it can make you a better dentist. We'll also delve into a discussion of the New York Time's Best-Seller "Breath" by James Nestor.

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This is a dental podcast devoted to enabling dentist to stay on the cutting edge of evidence based dentistry. Oftentimes the technique used to cure dental composites is overlooked. Recent research demonstrates that the composite curing light technique employed is a critical variable in the overall success of your restoration. Prolific researcher and professor from the University of Washington, Dr. Alireza Sadr will talk about how to properly cure a dental composite. He’ll discuss why dental composite curing strategy really matters. You’ll learn how to restore a dental composite that is built to last. To learn more, I recommend checking out the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry’s webinar on May 29th. Dr. Alireza Sadr

Dr. Sadr is an associate professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Washington School of Dentistry. He received his Ph.D. and advanced training in restorative dentistry from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in 2008. He has been actively involved in the research and development of materials such as self-etching adhesives, resin cement, new composites, and tooth remineralization agents. He is focusing on research towards the adoption of advanced technologies such as Optical Coherence Tomography and CAD/CAM to implement a minimally invasive practice of dentistry at various levels.

Dr. Sadr has been collaborating with academia and industry internationally to realize these goals. In the past decade, he has presented his findings in over 150 scientific articles as well as extensive presentations and talks across the world. Dr. Sadr is the Director of Operative Dentistry Pre-clinical Training in the UW SOD and co-directs a new elective course with Dr. Yen-Wei Chen on CAD/CAM education for the final years dental students.

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This episode is the first part of a two part series featuring prolific researcher and professor at the University of Washington, Dr. Alireza Sadr. We’ll delve into the age-old debate between amalgam and composite. You’ll learn while one material confers substantial advantages over the other. You’ll discover why the G.V. Black classification criteria is no longer relevant. What’s more you’ll learn about whether or not you should use a liner and why. and we’ll discuss whether or not glass ionomer should still be used as a liner. Dr. Sadr will explain why the microtensile bond test is appropriate and delve into explaining it. You’ll also discover the risks and indications of a bulk fill technique. To learn more, I highly recommend you attend the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry’s webinars this month featuring dr. Sadr on May 15th and 29th.

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Dental digest is a dental podcast devoted to evidence based dentistry. A thorough understanding for advanced adhesive dentistry and biomimetic dentistry is necessary for creating composite restorations that last. In this episode, Dr. David Alleman will clear up several misconceptions related to biomimetic dentistry, advanced adhesive dentistry and operative dentistry. One of the greatest misconceptions in dentistry is that enamel obtains a better bond and stronger bond than dentin. While enamel bonding is less-technique sensitive and more straightforward, extensive literature has been published to demonstrate that dentin can obtain a stronger bond. That being said, dentin bonding is far more technique sensitive.

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About Dr. David Alleman:

Dr. David S. Alleman is renowned as one of the co-founding pioneer of the of Biomimetic dental movement and his contribution to Biomimetic Dentistry.

His study of advanced adhesive dentistry began with Dr. Ray Bertolotti. His studies continued to progress under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. John Kois. These two mentors and his passionate dedication evolved into his 10 year/10,000 hour review of the dental literature. This dedication enabled him to formulate the concepts on which advanced adhesive (Biomimetic) dentistry is based.

Other mentors and pioneers he has collaborated with include Dr. Pascal Magne, Dr. Didier Dietschi, Dr. Gary Unterbrink, and Dr. Geoff Knight.

He formerly partnered with Dr. Simone Deliperi from Sardinia, Italy to pass these techniques on to other motivated dentists. He is a member of the Academy of Operative Dentistry & The International Association for Dental Research.

He has published numerous articles on advanced adhesive techniques that focus on caries detection, increasing long-term bond durability, stress reduction and tooth conservation. He and his son Dr. Davey Alleman founded the Alleman Biomimetic Mastership Program. He has mentored over 500 dentists worldwide.

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In this episode we’ll be delving into some biomimetic principles with none other than Dr. Dave Alleman. He is one of the renowned vanguards for biomimetic dentistry and scientific advisor to the academy of biomimetic dentistry. We'll be talking about how to use fiber in your restorations as well as the concept of "composite flow." A thorough understanding of these principles will help prevent composite failure, prevent recurrent caries, prevent post operative sensitivity and prolong the life of your composite dental restorations.

Dr. David S. Alleman is renowned as one of the co-founding pioneer of the of Biomimetic dental movement and his contribution to Biomimetic Dentistry.

His study of advanced adhesive dentistry began with Dr. Ray Bertolotti. His studies continued to progress under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. John Kois. These two mentors and his passionate dedication evolved into his 10 year/10,000 hour review of the dental literature. This dedication enabled him to formulate the concepts on which advanced adhesive (Biomimetic) dentistry is based.

Other mentors and pioneers he has collaborated with include Dr. Pascal Magne, Dr. Didier Dietschi, Dr. Gary Unterbrink, and Dr. Geoff Knight.

He formerly partnered with Dr. Simone Deliperi from Sardinia, Italy to pass these techniques on to other motivated dentists. He is a member of the Academy of Operative Dentistry & The International Association for Dental Research.

He has published numerous articles on advanced adhesive techniques that focus on caries detection, increasing long-term bond durability, stress reduction and tooth conservation. He and his son Dr. Davey Alleman founded the Alleman Biomimetic Mastership Program. He has mentored over 500 dentists worldwide.

His meticulous work led him to formulate these 6 tenants of Biomimetic dentistry.

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This episode features Dr. Jyoti Sonkar. In this episode you'll learn the indications for soft tissue grafting. We'll also discuss what a free gingival graft vs a connective tissue graft. You'll also learn how to manage esthetic grafts. You'll also learn how to compare and contrast different graft materials. You'll learn about autograft (or autoderm) and allografts (alloderm). You'll use of different techniques available to combat gingival recession.

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Dr. Jyoti Sonkar was featured on the Dental Digest Podcast. She received her BDS from Nair Hospital Dental College, India in 2011. In 2014, she earned her MPH in Environmental Health Science from Kent State University, Ohio.

She completed her Certificate in Advanced Graduate Study in General Dentistry from University of Tennessee Health Science Center in 2015. In 2018, Dr. Sonkar completed her post-graduate training with MSD and Certificate in Advanced Study in Periodontics from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. She was a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of New England College of Dental Medicine from 2018-2019 and currently, a Clinical Assistant Professor and Periodontist at the Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Sonkar is a Diplomate of American Board Periodontology. Dr. Sonkar is a recipient of several honors and awards from American Academy of Periodontology Foundations and was recently awarded ADEA Faculty of Color Scholarship Award 2021.

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Do you know if attached gingiva and keratinized tissue are the same? What actually causes gingival recession? How do you address recession? What kind of graft do you use for recession?

If you manage periodontal disease in your practice, want to communicate intelligibly with your periodontist, want to enable your patients to achieve an esthetic smile and want to help your patients stay disease free, this episode is for you my friends. This week we’re featuring Dr. Jyoti Sonkar. She was a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of New England College of Dental Medicine from 2018-2019 and currently, a Clinical Assistant Professor and Periodontist at the Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Sonkar is a Diplomate of American Board Periodontology. She is also a recipient of several honors and awards from the American Academy of Periodontology.

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In this week's episode of our dental podcast we'll be taking a deep dive into adhesive dentistry with Dr. Junji Tagami and guest co-host Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus. Did you know you can earn CE through our dental podcast? To do so, just visit https://dentaldigestinstitute.com/dental-continuing-education/

In this episode you'll learn about the fundamentals of adhesive dentistry and why its revolutionizing traditional dental techniques. You'll also learn about how to properly employ adhesive dentistry. Additionally, you'll learn about caries removal. About Dr. Junji Tagami:

Professor Junji Tagami was educated at Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), achieving his DDS in 1980 and his Ph.D. in 1984. He was appointed to the Professor and Chair of Cariology and Operative Dentistry, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences at Tokyo Medical and Dental University in 1995. He is still responsible to manage the activities of the department.

He is a prolific author who has contributed more than 450 papers to peer-reviewed international journals and some 200 papers to Japanese academic journals in the fields of cardiology, tooth-colored dental restorative systems, the bonding of materials to dental tissues, and dental education.

His background in research on the mechanism and structure of caries is believed to be one of the most important factors orienting adhesion as a means of achieving minimally invasive dentistry. The development of the Optical Coherent Tomography(OCT) for dental diagnosis and application for laboratory material testing is one of his outstanding achievements in recent years.

As the vice president and past dean of TMDU, he is a man of great power, influence, and potential in academic dentistry. As the chair of Cariology and Operative Dentistry, he has supervised over 150 graduate students and postdoctoral researchers from Japan and around the world in the past 20 years, some of whom have become prominent academicians themselves in Japan, North America, Europe, Asia, South America, and Australia. Because of his contribution to dental research and education, he was awarded Honorary Degrees from King’s College of London and Mihidol University in Thailand, and the distinguished scientist award, Wilmer Souder Award, from IADR.

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In this week’s episode of the Dental Digest dental podcast we’ll be talking about how to esthetically manage discolored endodontically treated teeth. We’ll discuss why endodontically treated teeth become discolored and what you can do about it. We’ll then discuss different management strategies for treating discolored endodontically treated teeth. Our guest this week Dr. Priya Tirumalasetty (Dr. "Setty") who was awarded accreditation status by the american academy of cosmetic dentistry in 2018 and now she serves on their board of directors. She has been a fellow of the academy of general dentistry since 2005.

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This episode of the Dental Digest dental podcast features Dr. Paresh Shah and we'll be discussing topics related to comprehensive dentistry. We'll be discussing managing worn dentition, full-mouth rehabilitation, restoring implants and more.

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About Dr. Shah: Dr. Paresh Shah is the proud owner of Revive Dental at Westwood (formerly known as Westwood Dental Center). He is a dentist specializing in the field of esthetic dentistry through an interdisciplinary approach. He has nearly 30 years of experience working in private practice and holds more than 15 years of clinical knowledge using digital technology. He has conducted over 300 lectures in the United States, Canada, Asia, and Australia, highlighting topics such as restorative dentistry, interdisciplinary care, digital dentistry, and more. He was recently featured as a guest speaker on the Excellence in Restorative Dentistry Lecture Series at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. His lecture compares and contrasts multidisciplinary dentistry and interdisciplinary dentistry, and highlights the importance of integrated treatment planning for optimal treatment outcomes. During the lecture, Dr. Shah revealed that he is currently in the process of writing a textbook on integrated treatment planning. Stay tuned!

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This episode is the second part of a two-part series in which Dr. Ricucci tackles controversial topics in endodontics. In this two part series we'll be talking about whether or not we can regenerate the dentin pulp complex, direct pulp capping, caries excavation and whether or not you should get patency with every canal. Dr. Ricucci runs his own histology laboratory, has over 100 publications, authored two textbooks, 16 book chapters and lectured nationally and internationally.

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Dr. Domenico Ricucci received his degree in General Medicine from “La Sapienza” University of Rome in 1982, and his DDS from the same University in 1985. Since then on he has maintained private dental practices limited to endodontics. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Ricucci was Professor of Cariology at “Magna Graecia” University of Catanzaro, Italy in 2002 -2003. He served in the Research Committee of the European Society of Endodontology from 1999 to 2005.

Dr. Ricucci’s primary research interest relates to pulpal and periapical tissue reactions to caries and treatment procedures, biofilms in endodontic infections, etiology of RTC treatment failure, pulp regeneration/revascularization. Since 1998 he has run his own histology laboratory and has developed considerable skills in hard tissue preparations for light microscopy.

Dr Ricucci has published 110 papers and has lectured both nationally and internationally. He has authored the Textbook and Atlas “Patologia e Clinica Endodontica”, the textbook and atlas “Endodontology. An integrated biological and clinical view”, also translated into Chinese, Russian, Japanese. He has also authored or co-authored 22 book chapters.

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This episode is the first part of a two-part series in which Dr. Ricucci tackles controversial topics in endodontics. In this two part series we'll be talking about whether or not we can regenerate the dentin pulp complex, direct pulp capping, caries excavation and whether or not you should get patency with every canal. Dr. Ricucci runs his own histology laboratory, has over 100 publications, authored two textbooks, 16 book chapters and lectured nationally and internationally.

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Dr. Domenico Ricucci received his degree in General Medicine from “La Sapienza” University of Rome in 1982, and his DDS from the same University in 1985. Since then on he has maintained private dental practices limited to endodontics. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Ricucci was Professor of Cariology at “Magna Graecia” University of Catanzaro, Italy in 2002 -2003. He served in the Research Committee of the European Society of Endodontology from 1999 to 2005.

Dr. Ricucci’s primary research interest relates to pulpal and periapical tissue reactions to caries and treatment procedures, biofilms in endodontic infections, etiology of RTC treatment failure, pulp regeneration/revascularization. Since 1998 he has run his own histology laboratory and has developed considerable skills in hard tissue preparations for light microscopy.

Dr Ricucci has published 110 papers and has lectured both nationally and internationally. He has authored the Textbook and Atlas “Patologia e Clinica Endodontica”, the textbook and atlas “Endodontology. An integrated biological and clinical view”, also translated into Chinese, Russian, Japanese. He has also authored or co-authored 22 book chapters.

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In this episode Dr. Grant Chyz will explore a number of concepts in restorative dentistry. One of the most notable topics that will be discussed is the appropriate and inappropriate indications for crowns. He'll discuss the risks associated with crowning teeth and tackle current dental dogma associated with indirect restorations. Dr. Chyz has an upcoming webinar with the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry. Here at Dental Digest we're fortunate to have an exclusive sneak peak to some of the topics Dr. Chyz will be discussing. To register for the webinar, click here.

About Dr. Chyz: Dr. Chyz earned his D.D.S. degree in 1983 from the University of Michigan. Dr Chyz has
maintained a private practice in downtown Seattle since 1986 and is currently affiliate faculty at
University of Washington. He has been involved in various study clubs over the years and
lectures on managing incompletely cracked teeth, as well as direct restorative dentistry with
composite resin and laminated fiber reinforcement. He has consulted with 3M on many
products, but most notably on the development of Filtek Supreme. He serves as an unpaid
consultant to Ribbond. Finally, Dr. Chyz first laminated Ribbond to internal tooth structure in
1999 – giving him a unique, long-term perspective on the value of fiber lamination to augment
direct restorations.

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In episode 56 of the Dental Digest Podcast Dr. Mark Bishara will discuss partial extraction therapy (PET) or the socket-shield technique. This is a technique in implant dentistry in which the anterior portion of the root is left in the socket. This root becomes part of the osteotomy site (the site where you place the implant). This enables the final implant to achieve a more esthetic outcome.

Typically when the tooth is lost through extraction, the buccal bone resorbs away. This resorption occurs because once the root is extracted, the associated PDL and blood supply leave with the tooth. Once this is lost, the bundle bone (and then eventually the buccal plate) are lost. However, if part of the tooth can be maintained, the associated bone which would normally be lost, is retained. This "tricks" the body into thinking that the tooth is still there. Thus leaving some of the bone behind so a more esthetic outcome can be achieved.

Bone grafting is of course costly, time consuming and inconvenient for the patient. What's more, grafts come with a risk of infection or failing to integrate. At times, their outcome can be unpredictable which can be especially problematic if the patient is esthetic-conscious. To complicate matters further, grafting the buccal plate can be challenging when there isn't a pronounced defect to graft to. The benefit of PET is that it may make it so that a bone graft isn't necessary.

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In this episode of the dental digest dental podcast, Dr. Mark Bishara discusses partial extraction therapy (PET) or the socket-shield technique. This is a technique in implant dentistry in which the anterior portion of the root is left in the socket. This root becomes part of the osteotomy site (the site where you place the implant). This enables the final implant to achieve a more esthetic outcome.

Typically when the tooth is lost through extraction, the buccal bone resorbs away. This resorption occurs because once the root is extracted, the associated PDL and blood supply leave with the tooth. Once this is lost, the bundle bone (and then eventually the buccal plate) are lost. However, if part of the tooth can be maintained, the associated bone which would normally be lost, is retained. This "tricks" the body into thinking that the tooth is still there. Thus leaving some of the bone behind so a more esthetic outcome can be achieved.

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This episode features Dr. Graeme Milicich and we'll be delving into an extensive array of Biomimetic topics such as why teeth crack and what materials are ideal for dental sealants. Dr. Milicich is giving a webinar with the Academy of Biomimetic dentistry and has agreed to give the listeners at Dental Digest an exclusive sneak peak into what he'll be discussing at the webinar. To get registered, click here.

About Dr. Milicich:

"He graduated from the University of Otago, New Zealand, with a Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS) degree in 1976. He holds more than four decades of experience as a clinician before hanging up his hat in private practice in 2017. He now spends his time as an educator at the European Bio-Emulation International Think Tank, as well as the United State’s Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry (ABD). Dr. Milicich is a vanguard in the area of Minimal Intervention dentistry.

He has lectured extensively in USA, India, Singapore, Australasia and Europe, and conducted hands-on trainings in the field of Minimally Invasive Dentistry and Restorative techniques, Caries Risk Assessment and Management, Air abrasion, Hard-Soft tissue lasers, tooth function Biomechanics, and CAD/CAM dentistry, since 1997. "

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Injection overmolding is a new technique in restorative and esthetic dentistry. Dr. Jihyon Kim is the chief pioneer in this technique and she's here to discuss its indications, benefits and clear up some misconceptions about the technique. This episode will be highly informative for those who are new to the technique and for those have been using it for years.

Known affectionately as the “Discing Queen” for her exquisite hand-skills, Dr. Jihyon Kim prides herself in the development of her unique discing protocol for shaping aesthetic injection overmolded tooth forms using contouring and polishing discs, which she employs artfully in the treatment of her patients and teaches meticulously during hands-on advanced adhesion and direct composite courses at the Institute of Injection Overmolding in Seattle, WA. She also lectures throughout the country on anterior micro-esthetics and biomimetic restorative dentistry.

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Dr. Simone Deliperi has an upcoming webinar with the Academy of Biomimetic dentistry. He gracious agreed to give us a sneak peak into his proprietary knowledge prior to the webinar. In this episode we'll be taking a deep-dive into what the literature has to say about preventing composite failure.

About Dr. Deliperi:

Dr. Deliperi has been a member of the IADR (International Association of Dental Research) since 2001; he has presented research works at the IADR/AADR meetings and was repeatedly selected as an oral session co-chair. He has authored several scientific publications on restorative and esthetic dentistry in peer-reviewed journals since 2002. He serves on the editorial boards of the Operative Dentistry Journal, the Journal of Esthetic & Restorative Dentistry, and the PPAD.

Dr. Deliperi is a national and international lecturer; he has been providing continuing education and hands-on courses on restorative and biomimetic dentistry both in Europe and the USA for the last 15 years. He is presently on faculty at Tufts University Dr. Deliperi graduated from the University of Cagliari in 1998 and completed the Esthetic Dentistry fellowship at Tufts University in 2000. He was recognized at graduation for contributions to research by receiving the AACD (American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry) Student Research Award. He has served as a visiting faculty at Tufts University since 2001; at the moment, he is an “Adjunct Assistant Professor”.School of Dental Medicine and is a Scientific Advisor for the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry; he maintains a private practice and operates a teaching center in Cagliari, Sardinia- Italy.

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This episode features the president-elect of the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry, Dr. Saul Pressner. Dr. Pressner has been practicing biomimetic restorative dentistry for years. In this episode he'll discuss paradigm changes in restorative dentistry to enable you to preserve tooth structure. You'll gain a better understanding for the shortcomings associated with traditional dental materials and why they may do more harm than good. You'll also learn of a new philosophy behind restorative dentistry.

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This interview features Dr. Saul Pressner. Dr. Pressner is the former president of the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry. He's a clinician with decades of experience. This interview is the first part of our two part series on conserving tooth structure. The advent of adhesive dentistry has enabled us to be more conservative than ever with our approach to dentistry. Dr. Pressner will talk about tricks and techniques which can enable dentists to save valuable tooth structure.

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This episode features Dr. Gustavo Petris. Dr. Petris is a renowned international lecturer who has been providing continuing education and hands-on courses on restorative and biomimetic denitistry in Brazil and Latin America for several years.

In this episode, he'll discuss the concept of the "indirect composite restoration." This approach is different from the traditional composite restoration in which the composite is directly placed. Dr. Petris will describe his entire workflow in managing this process. One advantage of this technique is it combats polymerization shrinkage stress.

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In this episode we'll be hearing from the president of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Salvatore Lotardo. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine in 1990. He completed a General Practice Residency at the Northport Veterans Affairs Medical Center, before furthering himself in the profession of dentistry. Dr. Lotardo currently serves as the President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), and achieved his AACD Accreditation status in 2014.

He is the owner of Bella Smiles Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, located in Riverhead, Roslyn and Nesconset, NY. He has over 30 years of clinical experience, and has accumulated more than 1,000 hours of continuing education (CE) in the past four years to stay current on dental techniques and technology.

In addition to mastering his skills in General Dentistry, Dr. Lotardo expands his scope in the field of implant dentistry, as well as orthodontics. He is a member of the American Dental Association, as well as the American Orthodontic Society, and is an Adjunct Professor at Briarcliffe College.

The AACD is an international professional association comprised of approximately 5,000 dental professionals dedicated to advancing excellence in the art and science of comprehensive cosmetic dentistry and encouraging the highest standards of ethical conduct and responsible patient care.

Delivering your patient is an esthetic outcome is a critical component to success. However, esthetic trends and techniques in cosmetic dentistry change over the years. Chances are, what was considered a "best practice" in dental school or your residency may now be outdated.

We are fortunate today to have the President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Sal Lotardo, on as a guest to tell us how the AACD approaches Cosmetic Dentistry.

In this episode you'll also learn what it means to be accredited by the AACD.

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In this episode we will have the opportunity to learn from a pivotal researcher in Biomimetic dentistry. Dr. Sema Belli has led the charge in studying Ribbond. Ribbond themselves state the following on their website: "Ribbond significantly increased the microtensile bond strength when it was used as a liner in the base of cavities with a high c-factor. This has been clinically demonstrated to avoid the problems that commonly occur in high c-factor situations." This claim is substantiated by the work of Dr. Sema Belli. Dr. Sema Belli graduated from Marmara University in Istanbul Turkey and received her PhD from the Department of Operative Dentistry from Selçuk University, Konya, Turkey. She is now Professor and Chair of the Department of Endodontics at Selçuk University. This impressive woman has been a vanguard in studying one of Ribbond's pivotal applications in operative dentistry.

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The Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry has several big upcoming educational events for the month of January 2021. On 6 Jan 2021 at 8pm ET they're rolling out a big webinar with Dr. David Alleman. He's going to discuss the biomimetic technique for restoring severely structurally compromised teeth. Dr. Alleman agreed to give us a sneak peak into what he'll be discussing in this exclusive podcast episode. For the full content, visit https://www.aobmd.org/webinar-006/ to get registered.

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This episode is a little twist on what we normally do. This episode is a collaboration between the host of the Noobie Dentist podcast and Dental Digest. Dr. Omid Azami, the host of the Noobie Dentist, and Dr. Melissa Seibert, the host of Dental Digest pull back the veil and share who they are. For the first time, you'll get to personally meet the hosts.

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This episode features the inventor of Ribbond, Dr. David Rudo.

Ribbond reports an “ultra-highmolecular- weight polyethylene fibers used to make bulletproof vests. Ribbond's fibers exceed the breaking point of fiberglass, while absorbing less moisture than dental resins.” Ribbond has several applications such as 1. Single visit bridge 2. Periodontal splinting 3. Orthodontic retainers 4. Trauma stabilization 5. Endodontic post and core. All that being said, one of its most notable applications is in fiber-reinforced composite restorations. This topic has become very popular in the discussion of biomimetic dentistry. Dental Digest LLC has no financially vested interest in Ribbond.

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Overview: This episode is a continuation from the previous episode in which Dr. David Alleman discusses advances biomimetic dentistry has made in combating polymerization shrinkage stress. You’ll review why polymerization stress occurs in a cavity preparation and how it affects composite restorations. Dr. Alleman will discuss advances biomimetic dentistry has made in it. He’ll discuss protocols for preventing a biomimetic restoration from leaking due to polymerization stress.

Objectives:

1. Review what polymerization shrinkage stress is
2. Learn of techniques for preventing polymerization shrinkage stress
3. Understand how to properly place and bond a composite restoration

About Dr. David (Dave) Alleman:

Dr. David S. Alleman is renowned as one of the co-founding pioneer of the of Biomimetic dental movement and his contribution to Biomimetic Dentistry.

His study of advanced adhesive dentistry began with Dr. Ray Bertolotti. His studies continued to progress under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. John Kois. These two mentors and his passionate dedication evolved into his 10 year/10,000 hour review of the dental literature. This dedication enabled him to formulate the concepts on which advanced adhesive (Biomimetic) dentistry is based.

Other mentors and pioneers he has collaborated with include Dr. Pascal Magne, Dr. Didier Dietschi, Dr. Gary Unterbrink, and Dr. Geoff Knight.

He formerly partnered with Dr. Simone Deliperi from Sardinia, Italy to pass these techniques on to other motivated dentists. He is a member of the Academy of Operative Dentistry & The International Association for Dental Research.

He has published numerous articles on advanced adhesive techniques that focus on caries detection, increasing long-term bond durability, stress reduction and tooth conservation. He and his son Dr. Davey Alleman founded the Alleman Biomimetic Mastership Program. He has mentored over 500 dentists worldwide.

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This episode features Dr. Pascal Magne, who is one of the lead vanguards in the biomimetic revolution. He'll compare and contrast different dental materials today as well as the steps involved in immediate dentin sealing. Be sure to check out his webinar hosted by the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry on 11 Dec! In this episode you will learn about excellence in adhesive dentistry, biomimetic dentistry, how to prime, how to bond and how to create a composite restoration built to last.

About Dr. Pascal Magne:

He is one of the founders of the biomimetic dentistry movement and the author of the textbook Bonded Porcelain Restorations.

Dr. Magne was born in La Chaux-de-Fonds (Switzerland) in 1966. He grew up and followed his primary education in Neuchâtel. From there he moved to Geneva where he graduated in dentistry in 1989. He then completed a Doctoral Thesis in 1992.

He taught and continued his postgraduate education in Prosthodontics and Operative Dentistry at the University of Geneva until 1997. He was awarded with major grants by the Swiss Science Foundation. He also received grants from the Swiss Foundation for Medical-Biological Grants, and the International Association for Dental Research. Between 1997 and 1999 he worked as a full-time research scholar in Biomaterials and Biomechanics at the University of Minnesota.

He received his PhD degree in 2002 from the University of Geneva and served as Senior Lecturer from 1999 to 2004.

Since February 2004, he has served as Associate Professor at the University of Southern California (USC, Los Angeles). He is currently Director of the Center for Esthetic Dentistry. He is the author of the textbook — “Bonded Porcelain Restorations” (Quintessence Publishing, 2002). This textbook has been pivotal in the biomimetic dentistry movement. He has written over 100 peer-reviewed research articles.

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This episode features Dr. Marc Lazare, the current president of the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry. He'll be discussing pivotal protocols and techniques in biomimetic dentistry that you should be paying attention to.

About the ABD: The purpose of the ABD is to promote the use of adhesive chemistry to return teeth to original strain harmony (strength) and preserve pulp vitality. The ABD believes that amputating tooth structure to achieve mechanical retention is scientifically invalid and a major risk for irreversible pulpitis.

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About Dr. Lazare:

Dr. Marc Lazare has lectured everywhere from the GNYDM in New York City, the ADA in Washington D.C., the Biomimetic Dental Conferences in Los Angeles and Dallas to International locations such as Paris, The Philippines and Dubai, on Biomimetic Dentistry and Smile Design. He is currently the president of the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry.

Dr. Lazare is a world renowned dentist who has also been a featured author in numerous peer reviewed dental journals including “The Biomimetic Smile Makeover – Conserving and strengthening tooth structure while transforming a smile”, Aegis Publication through CDE World. December 2014.

Dr. Lazare is also a dental columnist, teacher, consultant, inventor (including the Top Product – Veneer Styx), and the President of Cosmetic Innovations, Inc. He is also the author of two acclaimed published books, including his latest titled: Dr. Lazare’s – The Patient’s Guide to Biomimetic Dentistry and Smile Design.

Dr. Lazare has been a member of the clinical faculty at the NYU College of Dentistry, and has been on the teaching staff at North Shore University Hospital since 1998. He had previously graduated as Chief Resident at North Shore University Hospital, having spent 2 years of residency there. Dr. Lazare holds a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania, and a D.D.S. degree from New York University College of Dentistry.

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This episode features Dr. David Alleman. We'll discuss the problem polymerization shrinkage stress presents to restorative dentistry and composites. You’ve heard of C-factor stress, but in this lesson you’ll understand why it can ruin your composite restoration. You’ll gain an advanced understanding for what polymerization shrinkage stress is in the first place. You’ll also learn of how advances in biomimetic dentistry are capable of addressing this issue.

What you'll learn in this episode:

1. Gain an in-depth understanding for the chemical composition of the resin composites used in dentistry
2. Understand how polymerization shrinkage stress threatens the bonded restoration
3. Develop a foundational understanding for C-factor stress
4. Become aware of noteworthy research aimed at addressing this topic

About Dr. Alleman:

Dr. David S. Alleman is renowned as one of the co-founding pioneer of the of Biomimetic dental movement and his contribution to Biomimetic Dentistry.

His study of advanced adhesive dentistry began with Dr. Ray Bertolotti. His studies continued to progress under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. John Kois. These two mentors and his passionate dedication evolved into his 10 year/10,000 hour review of the dental literature. This dedication enabled him to formulate the concepts on which advanced adhesive (Biomimetic) dentistry is based.

Other mentors and pioneers he has collaborated with include Dr. Pascal Magne, Dr. Didier Dietschi, Dr. Gary Unterbrink, and Dr. Geoff Knight.

He formerly partnered with Dr. Simone Deliperi from Sardinia, Italy to pass these techniques on to other motivated dentists. He is a member of the Academy of Operative Dentistry & The International Association for Dental Research.

He has published numerous articles on advanced adhesive techniques that focus on caries detection, increasing long-term bond durability, stress reduction and tooth conservation. He and his son Dr. Davey Alleman founded the Alleman Biomimetic Mastership Program. He has mentored over 500 dentists worldwide.

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This lesson is part of a two part series on endodontics. Dr. Brett Gilbert is a board certified endodontist and he’ll review some of the foundational concepts of endodontics. In this lesson we’ll discuss the diagnostic testing that should be completed prior to making a diagnosis. He’ll then go through the different endodontic diagnostic terms available for pulpal pathology. From there he’ll explain why its important to also diagnose the adjacent vital structures and what diagnostic terms can be utilized. Finally, he’ll review cracked tooth syndrome, antibiotic stewardship and advances in endodontic irrigation.

Lesson Overview:

1. Learn about how to identify cracked tooth syndrome
2. Learn of different sources of pain which may manifest as endodontic pain
3. Develop a concept for how to be a better steward of antibiotics to help prevent antibiotic resistance
4. Learn of the new technologies available to facilitate endodontic irrigation

About Dr. Gilbert:

Dr. Brett Gilbert graduated from the University of Maryland Dental School completing his DDS in 2001 and attaining his Certificate in Endodontics in 2003.

He is currently a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Endodontics at the University of Illinois-Chicago, College of Dentistry and on staff at Presence Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago.

He served as President of the Illinois Association of Endodontists in 2011 and as President of the Northwest Side Branch of the Chicago Dental Society in 2013-2014. Dr. Gilbert was honored by the Seattle Study Club as a Top Ten Young Dental Educator in America in 2017.

Dr. Gilbert is board certified, a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Gilbert owns and operates a thriving private practice limited to Endodontics in Niles, IL.

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This lesson is part of a two part series on endodontics. Dr. Brett Gilbert is a board certified endodontist and he’ll review some of the foundational concepts of endodontics. In this lesson we’ll discuss the diagnostic testing that should be completed prior to making a diagnosis. He’ll then go through the different endodontic diagnostic terms available for pulpal pathology. From there he’ll explain why its important to also diagnose the adjacent vital structures and what diagnostic terms can be utilized. Finally, he’ll review cracked tooth syndrome, antibiotic stewardship and advances in endodontic irrigation.

Objectives:

1. Solidify your understanding of the different endodontic diagnostic tests you should be completing
2. Understand the different pulpal diagnostic terms available
3. Understand the different diagnostic terms for the adjacent tissues
4. Become more comfortable diagnosing disease of endodontic origin

Helpful links:

1. About Dr. Brett Gilbert

2. One of Dr. Seibert's favorite books: Into the Magic Shop

3. Dr. Gilbert recommend's reading: A Happy Pocket Full of Money

4. The AAE Guide to Antibiotics

5. What is the AAE Consensus on Endo Diagnostic Terms?

6. Dr. Gilbert's Access Endo

About Dr. Gilbert: Dr. Brett E. Gilbert graduated from the University of Maryland Dental School completing his DDS in 2001 and attaining his Certificate in Endodontics in 2003. He is currently a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Endodontics at the University of Illinois-Chicago, College of Dentistry and on staff at Presence Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago. He served as President of the Illinois Association of Endodontists in 2011 and as President of the Northwest Side Branch of the Chicago Dental Society in 2013-2014. Dr. Gilbert was honored by the Seattle Study Club as a Top Ten Young Dental Educator in America in 2017. Dr. Gilbert is board certified, a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Gilbert owns and operates a thriving private practice limited to Endodontics in Niles, IL.

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This episode is about harnessing digital marketing to bring new patients into your practice. Whether its overcoming the challenges of finding new patients, ranking highly in Google searches, getting the most out of a marketing budget, or designing the perfect website, Dan has been there himself. Since 2009, Dan and the Delmain team have helped dentists around the country drive website traffic, attract the right patients, and achieve sustained new patient growth through their online marketing efforts. Side note, Dental Digest has no financially vested interest in Delmain. 

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In this lesson, Dr. Rebecca Bockow will talk about the relationship between the airway and orthodontics. The transverse plane is often overlooked in treatment planning, orthodontics and airway evaluation. She’ll explain why consideration for this dimension is so pivotal in evaluating the airway. There are also important landmarks to consider when evaluating this plane that aren’t always considered which you’ll learn about here. Dr. Bockow will also discuss paradigm shifts in orthodontics from the perspective of a dual trained orthodontist and periodontist.

Dr. Bockow:

Dr. Bockow is not only a board-certified orthodontist, she’s also a board-certified periodontist. She is renowned for her international lectures on topics such as corticotomy-facilitated orthodontic therapy, interdisciplinary treatment planning to airway and sleep disorders as well as skeletal growth patterns.

Dr. Bockow received her DDS from the University of Washington School of Dentistry and went on to practice as a general practitioner in the Seattle area. She then returned to school and completed a dual training program in orthodontics and periodontics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. During this time she also earned a master’s in oral biology.

Dr. Bockow is an instructor at Spear education and also an affiliate professor at the University of Washington in the Department of Orthodontics. She owns a private practice in the Seattle area devoted to orthodontics and periodontics.

She grew up the Greater Seattle area and attended University Prep for High School. She received a BS in Biology with Honors at Haverford College, where she also played Soccer, Squash, Tennis, and ran Cross Country and Track

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This lesson features an interview with biomimetic master and founder of the BAARD institute, Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus. He’ll discuss the complex inter-workings of the dentin enamel complex (DEC or DEJ) and make a compelling argument for how it functions as an organ. A fundamental understanding for the DEC/DEJ is necessary for understanding how to properly practice advanced adhesive dentistry. Why? Because, the DEC/DEJ is nature’s perfect bonding of enamel to dentin. Biomimetic dentists aim to mimic this biological structure in their restorations.

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This lesson features an interview with biomimetic master and founder of the BAARD institute, Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus. He’ll discuss the complex inter-workings of the dentin enamel complex (DEC or DEJ) and make a compelling argument for how it functions as an organ. A fundamental understanding for the DEC/DEJ is necessary for understanding how to properly practice advanced adhesive dentistry. Why? Because, the DEC/DEJ is nature’s perfect bonding of enamel to dentin. Biomimetic dentists aim to mimic this biological structure in their restorations.

About Dr. Schiffenhaus:

Dr. Schiffenhaus received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Molecular & Cellular Biology from Arizona State University where he conducted undergraduate and graduate research on biomarkers for a cancer vaccine. Dr. Schiffenhaus completed Dr. David and Davey Alleman’s Biomimetic Mastership program. He is the creator of the Biomimetic Advanced Adhesive Restorative Dentistry (BAARD) institute.

While working on his Master’s he taught biology to students taking the medical admissions test, biology and chemistry at St. Mary’s High School, and general biology at Mesa Community College.

He earned his second Master’s in Biomedical Sciences and Doctorate in Dental Medicine at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ.

In November of 2015, he went on a dental mission to Tonga with a group of faculty and students from Midwestern University. During his mission he provided thousands of dollars of free dental care to those in need.

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This episode is filled with clinical pearls related to anterior implant dentistry and its led by Dr. David Attia. He will discuss more tips for how to optimize your esthetic outcome when placing an anterior dental implant. He’ll briefly visit upcoming techniques and technology in implant dentistry. Additionally, Dr. Attia will briefly discuss limitations with implants that should be discussed with your patient.

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About Dr. Attia:

He is infamous not only for his pridigious understanding of oral surgery and implantology, but his capacity to make it palpable to understand for his students.

Dr. Attia holds the following degrees and certifications: BDSc(Griffith), GradDipDent(Griffith), MSc(Oral Implantology)(Goethe) GradDip(Ortho)(CoL), FICOI

Dr. David Attia has been in private practice since completing his dental degree at Griffith University, Queensland. Following graduation, David has attended numerous post-graduate courses and education programs.

David has completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics throughCity of London Dental School, and is now a clinical instructor for dentists completing the diploma through EODO, Australia.

Although he enjoys all facets of dentistry, David has a key interest in oral surgery, wisdom teeth removal, dental implantology and perioplastic (gum) surgery which led him to complete a Master’s in Oral Implantology through Goethe University in Frankfurt, Germany. In addition to this, David has attended countless continuing education programs, honing in on the areas of advanced dental implantology and the latest concepts and techniques in bone and soft tissue augmentation procedures.

Dr. Attia is an active member of the Australian Society of Implant Dentistry (ASID) and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), and has completed his fellowship with the ICOI. David’s unique combination of education and training allows him to implement cutting-edge treatment, offering patients comprehensive, predictable and long-term treatment solutions.

David firmly believes that knowledge is something that ought to be shared. He has presented lectures on Oral Implantology both locally and abroad and is also involved in live surgical training of dentists looking to begin their journey in dental implantology.

When he’s not busy working, David enjoys traveling, going to the gym and playing soccer. He is actively involved in his church community and enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

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This lesson discusses an array of topics related to implant dentistry. You will learn considerations for treatment planning edentulous spaces. Dr. David Attia will present how he treatment-plans his implants to achieve the most aesthetic outcome. He’ll explain the value of implant provisionals in obtaining the best result. He’ll also introduce the burgeoning technique implant dentistry, partial extraction therapy.

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About Dr. Attia:

He is infamous not only for his pridigious understanding of oral surgery and implantology, but his capacity to make it palpable to understand for his students.

Dr. Attia holds the following degrees and certifications: BDSc(Griffith), GradDipDent(Griffith), MSc(Oral Implantology)(Goethe) GradDip(Ortho)(CoL), FICOI

Dr. David Attia has been in private practice since completing his dental degree at Griffith University, Queensland. Following graduation, David has attended numerous post-graduate courses and education programs.

David has completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics throughCity of London Dental School, and is now a clinical instructor for dentists completing the diploma through EODO, Australia.

Although he enjoys all facets of dentistry, David has a key interest in oral surgery, wisdom teeth removal, dental implantology and perioplastic (gum) surgery which led him to complete a Master’s in Oral Implantology through Goethe University in Frankfurt, Germany. In addition to this, David has attended countless continuing education programs, honing in on the areas of advanced dental implantology and the latest concepts and techniques in bone and soft tissue augmentation procedures.

Dr. Attia is an active member of the Australian Society of Implant Dentistry (ASID) and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), and has completed his fellowship with the ICOI. David’s unique combination of education and training allows him to implement cutting-edge treatment, offering patients comprehensive, predictable and long-term treatment solutions.

David firmly believes that knowledge is something that ought to be shared. He has presented lectures on Oral Implantology both locally and abroad and is also involved in live surgical training of dentists looking to begin their journey in dental implantology.

When he’s not busy working, David enjoys traveling, going to the gym and playing soccer. He is actively involved in his church community and enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

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This episode features an American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry accredited clinician, Dr. Adamo Notarantonio, DDS, FICOI, AAACD

In this episode you'll learn

1.) New approaches in shade matching

2.) An appreciation for macro lens photography

3.) Key variations between dental ceramics and composites

4.) Techniques for practicing conservative esthetic dentistry

5.) Steps to take to grow as a clinician

About Dr. Notarantonio:

He was accredited by American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in 2011, and recently received his Fellowship in the AACD. He is the only Accredited Fellow in New York State, and the 80th person worldwide to achieve this honor. He was further honored by the Academy when asked to serve as a consultant and examiner for the Accreditation and Fellowship processes. In 2016, Dr. Adamo was awarded the AACD’s Rising Star Award. Dr. Adamo is a graduate of the Kois Center, where he studied under Dr. John Kois.

He began his studies at the University of New York at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine (2002). He received honors in both removable and fixed prosthodontics. He completed his residency in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry Program at Stony Brook in 2003, and was chosen by faculty to complete a second year as Chief Resident.

Dr. Adamo has been re-elected to serve on the American Board of Cosmetic Dentistry®,is the most recent past chairman of the ABCD, and has recently been appointed the Accreditation Chairman of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He also has completed The Dawson Academy Core Curriculum.

Dr. Adamo has received his fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He has been published in multiple dental journals and lectures nationally and internationally on such topics as CAD/CAM dentistry, implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, composite dentistry and dental photography. Dr. Adamo also volunteers his time at the NYU College of Dentistry where he is a Clinical Instructor in the Honors Aesthetics Program.

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Dr. Cordell and Dr. Rosebush and two premier Oral Pathologists at Louisiana State University. This episode is the second part in a two part series on oral pathology.

About Dr. Rosebush:

Dr. Molly Rosebush was featured on episode 32 and 33 of the Dental Digest Podcast. Dr. Molly Rosebush is an Associate Professor in the Department of Diagnostic Sciences at LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans, LA.

Prior to joining the faculty at LSU in 2013, she was a member of the faculty at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry for five years. She completed her DDS at the University of Michigan and a residency in oral and maxillofacial pathology at The Ohio State University.

Dr. Rosebush is responsible for educating dental, dental hygiene and graduate students in both clinical and didactic settings. She actively participates and serves as director of the LSU Oral Pathology Biopsy Service.

Dr. Rosebush is a Fellow of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology.

About Dr. Cordell:

Dr. Kitrina Cordell was featured on episode 32 and 33 of the Dental Digest Podcast. Dr. Cordell is responsible for educating students in all levels of training in both clinical and didactic settings. She is an active participant of the LSU Oral Pathology Biopsy Service and works in the Faculty Dental Practice diagnosing and treating patients with oral pathology needs. She is the Chair of the Department of Diagnostic Sciences and Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry.

Dr. Cordell received her DDS (99) and MS (02) in oral and maxillofacial pathology from The Ohio State University. Prior to joining the faculty at LSU, Dr. Cordell was a member of the faculty at the University of Michigan where she also served as director of the Oral Pathology Biopsy Service.

Dr. Cordell has published in a number of peer reviewed journals and serves as a reviewer for several journals as well. Dr. Cordell is member of the North American Society of Head and Neck Pathology, a tripartite member of the American Dental Association, a Fellow of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology.

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Dr. Cordell and Dr. Rosebush and two premier Oral Pathologists at Louisiana State University. This episode is the first part in a two part series on oral pathology.

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About Dr. Rosebush:

Dr. Molly Rosebush was featured on episode 32 and 33 of the Dental Digest Podcast. Dr. Molly Rosebush is an Associate Professor in the Department of Diagnostic Sciences at LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans, LA.

Prior to joining the faculty at LSU in 2013, she was a member of the faculty at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry for five years. She completed her DDS at the University of Michigan and a residency in oral and maxillofacial pathology at The Ohio State University.

Dr. Rosebush is responsible for educating dental, dental hygiene and graduate students in both clinical and didactic settings. She actively participates and serves as director of the LSU Oral Pathology Biopsy Service.

Dr. Rosebush is a Fellow of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology.

About Dr. Cordell:

Dr. Kitrina Cordell was featured on episode 32 and 33 of the Dental Digest Podcast. Dr. Cordell is responsible for educating students in all levels of training in both clinical and didactic settings. She is an active participant of the LSU Oral Pathology Biopsy Service and works in the Faculty Dental Practice diagnosing and treating patients with oral pathology needs. She is the Chair of the Department of Diagnostic Sciences and Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry.

Dr. Cordell received her DDS (99) and MS (02) in oral and maxillofacial pathology from The Ohio State University. Prior to joining the faculty at LSU, Dr. Cordell was a member of the faculty at the University of Michigan where she also served as director of the Oral Pathology Biopsy Service.

Dr. Cordell has published in a number of peer reviewed journals and serves as a reviewer for several journals as well. Dr. Cordell is member of the North American Society of Head and Neck Pathology, a tripartite member of the American Dental Association, a Fellow of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology.

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Dr. Alleman is the premier subject-matter-expert on biomimetic dentistry and adhesive dentistry. We took a few of your questions on biomimetic dentistry to Dr. Alleman. This episode is devoted to answering your questions!

About Dr. Alleman:

Dr. David S. Alleman is renowned as one of the co-founding pioneer of the of Biomimetic dental movement and his contribution to Biomimetic Dentistry.

His study of advanced adhesive dentistry began with Dr. Ray Bertolotti. His studies continued to progress under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. John Kois. These two mentors and his passionate dedication evolved into his 10 year/10,000 hour review of the dental literature. This dedication enabled him to formulate the concepts on which advanced adhesive (Biomimetic) dentistry is based.

Other mentors and pioneers he has collaborated with include Dr. Pascal Magne, Dr. Didier Dietschi, Dr. Gary Unterbrink, and Dr. Geoff Knight.

He formerly partnered with Dr. Simone Deliperi from Sardinia, Italy to pass these techniques on to other motivated dentists. He is a member of the Academy of Operative Dentistry & The International Association for Dental Research.

He has published numerous articles on advanced adhesive techniques that focus on caries detection, increasing long-term bond durability, stress reduction and tooth conservation. He and his son Dr. Davey Alleman founded the Alleman Biomimetic Mastership Program. He has mentored over 500 dentists worldwide.

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Learn the science behind the perplexing dental material, Zirconia. In this episode you'll get a firm foundation for the details about Zirconia you may have missed in dental school or in your residency. Our guest this week is Harvard trained prosthodontist Dr. Sami Sherif.

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This episodes guest, Dr. Sami Sherif is a Harvard trained prosthodontist. This episode will discuss the history and science of veneers.  You'll learn about the evolution of the veneer restoration. We'll also discuss how to deliver veneer restorations built to last. 

About Dr. Sherif: Dr. Sherif finished dental school in London in 2003 and went to Harvard for five years to undertake a prosthodontic specialization and doctorate.

During his residency, he lectured dental students and residents at Harvard. On graduating he was first an associate and then later an owner of a renowned dental practice on Wilshire Blvd in Beverly Hills.

Biomet 3I sought him out as an instructor for dentists and laboratory technicians. He has written several articles in peer reviewed journals such as “A Systematic Review of Screw‐ versus Cement‐Retained Implant‐Supported Fixed Restorations” and “Clinician- and patient-reported long-term evaluation of screw- and cement-retained implant restorations: a 5-year prospective study.”

He currently owns a dental practice in London which specializes in esthetic and implant prosthodontics. 

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Part 2: The subspecialty of orthodontics can feel confusing, but it doesn't have to be! This episode is the first part of a two part episode providing a review in orthodontics. We'll discuss current ortho technology, clear aligner therapy, and discuss how you can involve ortho in your practice. This episode features Dr. Greg Asatrian, a board-certified orthodontist and creator of the famous YouTube channel Braces Explained.

About Dr. Asatrian:

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Part 1: The subspecialty of orthodontics can feel confusing, but it doesn't have to be! This episode is the first part of a two part episode providing a review in orthodontics. We'll discuss current ortho technology, clear aligner therapy, and discuss how you can involve ortho in your practice. This episode features Dr. Greg Asatrian, a board-certified orthodontist and creator of the famous YouTube channel Braces Explained.

About Dr. Asatrian:

Dr. Greg is a board-certified orthodontist in Southern California. He completed his orthodontic residency in 2019 during which he served as chief resident in the Section of Orthodontics at the UCLA School of Dentistry. He received his doctoral degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry in 2016 during which he inducted as a member of the national dental honor society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon.

As a resident, he works to implement his expertise in technology with patient care, and as such has been advancing orthodontic treatment planning and therapy by utilizing 3D technology.

In conjunction to his clinical education, Dr. Asatrian is a prolific researcher in tissue engineering, authoring over 30 peer-reviewed journals/books and presenting at over 100 domestic and international conferences. His research revolves around the investigation of novel biologics for bone regeneration.

As a hobby, Dr. Greg Asatrian has founded and developed a number of patient-oriented online platforms focused around education. His passion for teaching, videography, and technology has coalesced in platforms such as the Braces Explained channel on YouTube and The Braces Club on Facebook.

He loves interacting with those interested in orthodontics from all over the world and putting their concerns and anxieties at ease. To follow Dr Greg, visit his Instagram.

Dr. Greg has written the following publications: “Calvarial Defect Healing Induced by Small Molecule Smoothened AgonistPericytes for the treatment of orthopaedic conditions.” “Sclerostin expression in skeletal sarcomasPericytic mimicry in well-differentiated liposarcoma/atypical lipomatous tumor.” “Vertebral implantation of NELL-1 enhances bone formation in an osteoporotic sheep model.” “A Review of the Clinical Side Effects of Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2Basic and translational research in osteosarcoma: A year in review.”

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Part 1: The subspecialty of orthodontics can feel confusing, but it doesn't have to be! This episode is the first part of a two part episode providing a review in orthodontics. We'll discuss current ortho technology, clear aligner therapy, and discuss how you can involve ortho in your practice. This episode features Dr. Greg Asatrian, a board-certified orthodontist and creator of the famous YouTube channel Braces Explained.

About Dr. Asatrian:

Dr. Greg is a board-certified orthodontist in Southern California. He completed his orthodontic residency in 2019 during which he served as chief resident in the Section of Orthodontics at the UCLA School of Dentistry. He received his doctoral degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry in 2016 during which he inducted as a member of the national dental honor society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon.

As a resident, he works to implement his expertise in technology with patient care, and as such has been advancing orthodontic treatment planning and therapy by utilizing 3D technology.

In conjunction to his clinical education, Dr. Asatrian is a prolific researcher in tissue engineering, authoring over 30 peer-reviewed journals/books and presenting at over 100 domestic and international conferences. His research revolves around the investigation of novel biologics for bone regeneration.

As a hobby, Dr. Greg Asatrian has founded and developed a number of patient-oriented online platforms focused around education. His passion for teaching, videography, and technology has coalesced in platforms such as the Braces Explained channel on YouTube and The Braces Club on Facebook.

He loves interacting with those interested in orthodontics from all over the world and putting their concerns and anxieties at ease. To follow Dr Greg, visit his Instagram.

Dr. Greg has written the following publications: “Calvarial Defect Healing Induced by Small Molecule Smoothened AgonistPericytes for the treatment of orthopaedic conditions.” “Sclerostin expression in skeletal sarcomasPericytic mimicry in well-differentiated liposarcoma/atypical lipomatous tumor.” “Vertebral implantation of NELL-1 enhances bone formation in an osteoporotic sheep model.” “A Review of the Clinical Side Effects of Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2Basic and translational research in osteosarcoma: A year in review.”

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In this episode Dr. Raphael Wymann will introduce to you how to biomimetically manage cracked teeth. You'll gain a complex understanding for the steps involved in addressing a cracked tooth.

What we'll discuss: Learn actionable steps for managing a cracked tooth, Become aware of the “peripheral seal zone," Understand why a cracked tooth may lead to caries, Discover why a cracked tooth is a nidus for harboring bacteria.

About Dr. Wymann: Dr. Raphael Wymann is an experienced biomimetic dentist. He is from Switzerland and received his dental education and degree from the very prestigious University of Berne in 2006. From there he opened his own practice in Bern, Switzerland. He has personally been trained by some of the best biomimetic dentists in the field to include Pascal Magne, David Gerdolle, Ivo Krejci, Matt Nejad, Didier Dietschi and David and Davey Alleman.

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Dental Digest: Two renowned biomimetic dentists, Dr. David Alleman and Dr. Davey Alleman, will present a seminal article on how teeth distribute stress and why this profoundly factors into why teeth fracture/crack. They'll discuss appropriate ways to prepare a tooth to mitigate crack propagation and inappropriate stress distribution.

Article: Stress Distribution Article

About Dr. David Alleman: About Dr. David and Davey Alleman: He formerly practiced dentistry in the U.S. Army. He is an instructor for the Alleman Biomimetic Mastership program and is passionate to improve dental outcomes through minimally invasive biomimetic dentistry. He has been published in Journal of Operative Dentistry and Inside Dentistry.

About Dr. David Alleman: Dr. David S. Alleman is renowned as one of the co-founding pioneer of the of Biomimetic dental movement and his contribution to Biomimetic Dentistry. His study of advanced adhesive dentistry began with Dr. Ray Bertolotti. His studies continued to progress under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. John Kois. These two mentors and his passionate dedication evolved into his 10 year/10,000 hour review of the dental literature. This dedication enabled him to formulate the concepts on which advanced adhesive (Biomimetic) dentistry is based. Other mentors and pioneers he has collaborated with include Dr. Pascal Magne, Dr. Didier Dietschi, Dr. Gary Unterbrink, and Dr. Geoff Knight. He formerly partnered with Dr. Simone Deliperi from Sardinia, Italy to pass these techniques on to other motivated dentists. He is a member of the Academy of Operative Dentistry & The International Association for Dental Research.

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Dental Digest ep 24: Traditional crown preps can go ahead and sit this game out. The era of conservative indirect restorations is here to stay. Perhaps the newest addition to this family is the eccentric overlay prep. Dr. Schiffenhaus is a master of the concept and he's here to breakdown what an overlay is.

In this episode you'll learn the following: Familiarize yourself with the different ceramic preparation designs, Review the central concepts of ceramic design, Understand how adhesive dentistry has influenced how restorations are designed and learn about the overlay.

About Dr. Schiffenhaus: Dr. Schiffenhaus received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Molecular & Cellular Biology from Arizona State University where he conducted undergraduate and graduate research on biomarkers for a cancer vaccine. Dr. Schiffenhaus completed Dr. David and Davey Alleman’s Biomimetic Mastership program. He is the creator of the Biomimetic Advanced Adhesive Restorative Dentistry (BAARD) institute.

While working on his Master’s he taught biology to students taking the medical admissions test, biology and chemistry at St. Mary’s High School, and general biology at Mesa Community College.

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There are times on this podcast when its really helpful to bring in clinicians that have an exceptional grasp on the practical application of these literature articles. Dr. Calin Pop has created a rubber dam master course which helps dentists to level up their rubber dam game. This episode covers some of the content featured in the Rubber Dam Master's Course that will be helpful for dentists who have been using the rubber dam for years and even dental students who are just starting out.

Dr. Pop's Master's Course: RD Master's Course

About Dr. Calin Pop: He is a restorative esthetic dentist working in one of the most renowned dental clinics in Abu Dhabi. Prior to this, he was the founder and owner of the Romanian Clinic, Dentimed, where he led a passionate team of doctors for over a decade. Alongside Dr. Anas Aloum, Dr. Pop hosts multiple intensive live courses which teach dentists about Anterior and respectively Posteriors rehabilitation with ceramics. Dr. Pop is the creator of the globally renowned Rubber Dam Master’s Course.

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Some of our favorite researchers, Dr. David and Davey Alleman, are back to talk about the Biomimetic concept of Immediate Dentin Sealing. Why is this approach so pivotal to your successful delivery of an indirect restoration? And why is this critical to improving bond strength? Listen up to find out my friends.

What you will learn: Become familiar with the definition of immediate dentin sealing. Learn of the benefits associated with immediate dentin sealing. Develop an understanding for how immediate dentin sealing works. Learn of how immediate dentin sealing is influencing how teeth are prepared and restored

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Backed by popular demand, two major pioneers in the biomimetic movement, Dr. David Alleman and Dr. Davey Alleman (they are, indeed, related) are back. They're here to school us on the critical biomimetic concepts of "caries removal end point" and caries detection dye.

What you'll learn: Learn about the role caries detection dye plays in creating a bonded restoration. Understand how caries detection dye works. Discover the shortcomings associated with traditional techniques for caries detection. Become aware the mechanism of action for bonding to dentin. Develop a generalized understanding for how to properly bond a restoration

About Dr. David Alleman:

Dr. David S. Alleman is renowned as one of the co-founding pioneer of the of Biomimetic dental movement and his contribution to Biomimetic Dentistry.

His study of advanced adhesive dentistry began with Dr. Ray Bertolotti. His studies continued to progress under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. John Kois. These two mentors and his passionate dedication evolved into his 10 year/10,000 hour review of the dental literature. This dedication enabled him to formulate the concepts on which advanced adhesive (Biomimetic) dentistry is based.

Other mentors and pioneers he has collaborated with include Dr. Pascal Magne, Dr. Didier Dietschi, Dr. Gary Unterbrink, and Dr. Geoff Knight.

He formerly partnered with Dr. Simone Deliperi from Sardinia, Italy to pass these techniques on to other motivated dentists. He is a member of the Academy of Operative Dentistry & The International Association for Dental Research.

He has published numerous articles on advanced adhesive techniques that focus on caries detection, increasing long-term bond durability, stress reduction and tooth conservation. He and his son Dr. Davey Alleman founded the Alleman Biomimetic Mastership Program. He has mentored over 500 dentists worldwide.

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What is osseodensification and how can you apply it to implant placement in your practice? Dr. Fadi Hasan and his colleagues wrote an article entitled "Alveolar Ridge Expansion by Osseodensification-Mediated Plastic Deformation and Compaction Autografting: A Multicenter Retrospective Study." In this interview he'll explain how "Osseodensification preserves bone bulk, facilitates compaction autografting, and deforms trabecular bone in an outward strain, which result in alveolar ridge plastic expansion."

Article: Osseodensification Article

About Dr. Fadi Hasan:

Dr. Hasan obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from The University of Colorado, School of Dentistry in 2011. Afterwards, he completed a 3-year surgical residency in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry at the Virginia Commonwealth University in 2015. He is also a member of the Academy of Osseointegration.

During his surgical residency, he learned advanced techniques in both non-surgical and surgical Periodontology such as Periodontal Plastic Surgery (gum grafting), complex bone grafting, dental implants, and other specialty surgeries related to the gums and bone around the teeth.

While in residency, Dr. Hasan also completed his Master of Science in Dentistry with emphasis on L-PRF which was later published in the Journal of Visual Experiments. Shortly after completing his residency program, Dr. Hasan became Board-Certified, a distinction only a handful of surgeons achieve and maintain.

Dr. Hasan also teaches as an adjunct clinical assistant professor at Virginia Commonwealth University for the post graduate residency program.

Dr. Hasan is a member of The American Board of Periodontology, The American Academy of Periodontology, Virginia Society of Periodontics and The Academy of Osseointegration.

Dedicated to providing his patients with the best care available, Dr. Hasan constantly advances his practice through continuing education by attending national and international meetings.

Dr. Hasan finds great pleasure in community service and have participated in dental missions locally as well as abroad in Vietnam and Cambodia. Dr. Hasan is also known to be avid dancer and competed and won the 2015 Dancing with the Richmond stars competition, a charitable event to raise funds for the Virginia Treatment Center for Children.

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Dr. Robert Marus is an expert cosmetic dentist with decades of experience to share. In 2001 The prestigious American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry honored Dr. Marus with accreditation. This distinction and honor makes him the only accredited member found in Bucks (PA) and Mercer Counties (NJ) and the only accredited dentist out of only four in the entire state of Pennsylvania.

In 2001 The prestigious American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry honored Dr. Robert Marus with accreditation. This distinction and honor makes him the only accredited member found in Bucks (PA) and Mercer Counties (NJ) and the only accredited dentist out of only four in the entire state of Pennsylvania.

The accreditation committee of the AACD has stated that “Dr. Marus has made a commitment, not only to himself, but to his patients and to the advancement of dentistry.”

By demonstrating exceptional artistic skill and clinical judgment, he earned this exclusive accredited status given only, by a panel of AACD accredited dentists, to three hundred dentists worldwide.

In a world of heightened dental aesthetics awareness, Dr. Marus sets the standard for excellence in dental care with special emphasis on cosmetic procedures.

As a leader and respected name in the field of dentistry, Dr. Marus lectures internationally to dentists on creating natural and youthful smiles. In addition, his smile makeover techniques have been published in numerous dental journals worldwide and his lectures and publications have been translated into Italian, German and Lithuanian. The leading dental publication Dentistry Today featured Dr. Marus as a top dental leader in lecturing for four consecutive years. In addition, he is a consultant and advisor to leading manufacturers of dental products and professional organizations.

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Part 2: Dr. Anthony Mennito is a subject-matter expert in CAD/CAM dentistry. He's here to present his literature articles related to CAD/CAM dentistry and conservative indirect restorations. Whether you're a neophyte with CAD/CAM or you'e been using it for years, this MUSC professor will definitely expand your knowledge base.

PubMed Articles: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Mennito%20AS%5BAuthor%5D&cauthor=true&cauthor_uid=26034035

About Dr. Anthony Mennito:

He contributed to testing of the E4D Compare computer-assisted learning software. Among a competitive applicant pool, he was selected to serve as the Chief Operations Officer for CuRE Innovations. CuRE innovations is a biotech startup that he co-founded aimed at improving dental restoration longevity.

Dr. Anthony Mennito, is an Associate Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina, College of Dental Medicine. He presently serves as the Division Director for digital dentistry. He also leads pre-clinical CAD/CAM training and oversees the CAD/CAM and Esthetic clinics at the University.

He is adroit in digital systems made by 3Shape, Planmeca and Dentsply Sirona. He is a renowned international lecturer and published 17 papers on the topics of digital dentistry and dental materials.

“People always ask me why I chose to become a dentist. It’s a difficult question to answer because the truth is when I made the decision I was only 14 and knew virtually nothing about the profession.

As it turned out, I was pretty smart as a 14 year old. Dentistry fits me perfectly and I couldn’t imagine ever doing anything else.

I’ve been teaching and practicing at the Medical University of South Carolina since 2010. Here is where I found my niche in dentistry – esthetics and CAD/CAM dentistry. The ability to change someone’s smile or to fix a badly broken down tooth is fantastic in and of itself. But to be able to do it in one visit….wow!

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Part 1: Dr. Anthony Mennito is a subject-matter expert in CAD/CAM dentistry. He's here to present his literature articles related to CAD/CAM dentistry and conservative indirect restorations. Whether you're a neophyte with CAD/CAM or you'e been using it for years, this MUSC professor will definitely expand your knowledge base. 

PubMed Articles: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Mennito%20AS%5BAuthor%5D&cauthor=true&cauthor_uid=26034035

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Dr. David Alleman and Dr. Davey Alleman are vanguards in the Biomimetic dental movement and they're here to discuss their article "The Protocols of Biomimetic Restorative Dentistry." Biomimetic dentistry is revolutionizing the approach to restorative dentistry. It is an approach to dentistry that abides by the principle that in order to adequately restore teeth, we have to mimic life.

Article: https://www.aegisdentalnetwork.com/id/2017/06/the-protocols-of-biomimetic-restorative-dentistry-2002-to-2017

About Dr. David Alleman: Dr. David S. Alleman is renowned as one of the co-founding pioneer of the of Biomimetic dental movement and his contribution to Biomimetic Dentistry.

His study of advanced adhesive dentistry began with Dr. Ray Bertolotti. His studies continued to progress under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. John Kois. These two mentors and his passionate dedication evolved into his 10 year/10,000 hour review of the dental literature. This dedication enabled him to formulate the concepts on which advanced adhesive (Biomimetic) dentistry is based.

Other mentors and pioneers he has collaborated with include Dr. Pascal Magne, Dr. Didier Dietschi, Dr. Gary Unterbrink, and Dr. Geoff Knight.

He formerly partnered with Dr. Simone Deliperi from Sardinia, Italy to pass these techniques on to other motivated dentists. He is a member of the Academy of Operative Dentistry & The International Association for Dental Research.

He has published numerous articles on advanced adhesive techniques that focus on caries detection, increasing long-term bond durability, stress reduction and tooth conservation. He and his son Dr. Davey Alleman founded the Alleman Biomimetic Mastership Program. He has mentored over 500 dentists worldwide.

About Dr. Davey Alleman:

Dr. Davey Alleman currently practices in Provo, Utah with his father Dr. David Alleman with a focus on biomimetic dentistry. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Roseman University of Health Sciences in 2015.

He formerly practiced dentistry in the U.S. Army. He is an instructor for the Alleman Biomimetic Mastership program and is passionate to improve dental outcomes through minimally invasive biomimetic dentistry.

He has been published in Journal of Operative Dentistry and Inside Dentistry. He is very active in documenting his cases and dental progress on Instagram.

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The science of implantology is always evolving and its something you don't want to fall behind on. Dr. Alex Volchonok is here to present his work on horizontal and vertical bone ridge dimensional changes in immediate implant placement in which a way that is relevant to your practice, whether you place implants or restore them. Dr. Volchonok will surely advance your knowledge base about implants!

Article: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31815977

Dr. Volchonok: https://www.avperio.com/about-us-manhattan-ny/

About Dr. Alex Volchonok:

He is a dual Ivy-League trained Board-Certified Periodontist and Oral Implantologist with advanced training in minimally-invasive surgical and laser periodontal therapy procedures. He also is the founder and director of the NYC Interdisciplinary Study Club and lectures other dentists and surgeons throughout the country. The NYC Interdisciplinary Study Club brings together a group of a dentists and specialists with the purpose of fostering collaboration among professionals.

Dr. Volchonok graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, at the top of his class with over 10 clinical awards in Periodontics, Implant Dentistry, and Prosthodontics as well as being inducted into the National Dental Honors Society. Uniquely, during each of his years at dental school, he was awarded the Dean’s Scholarship, the highest merit honor given by the prestigious University.

He continued his training for three additional years at Columbia University in New York City, where he earned both a Certificate in Periodontics and a Masters of Science degree for his original research in the field of implant dentistry. Dr. Volchonok received recognition and awards from Columbia University and regionally through the Northeast Society of Periodontists.

After graduating from the nation’s most prestigious Periodontics programs, Dr. Volchonok became a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, a distinction held by fewer than 1% of dentists in the world. Dr. Volchonok has continued to advance his education by becoming a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and a Fellow of the International Academy of Laser Dentistry. He has also received additional advanced training in minimally-invasive gum recession treatments, laser treatment of gum disease, and computer guided implant and prosthetic treatments.

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Prolific researcher and Harvard professor Dr. Hend Alqaderi published a critical paper in the journal of periodontology entitled "association between sleep and severe periodontitis in a nationally representative adult US population." She's here to tell us about the influence sleep has on periodontal disease as well as the immune system.

Article: Sleep and severe periodontitis

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What does the literature have to say about which powered toothbrush is most effective? The oscillating-rotating type or sonic action? How should implants be prioritized in a treatment plan? Do they enjoy equal footing with a natural tooth? Dr. Liran Levin presents his research on these topics.

Prof. Liran Levin is a professor of periodontology at the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta, Canada. He is also a visiting professor at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Prof. Liran Levin has published more than 260 articles and book chapters.

Articles: Powered Toothbrush Article "Why Do We Bother Saving Teeth" Article

Social Media Spotlight: Dr. Gerardo Mayan Instagram

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Dr. Steven Yarows, MD, FACP, FASH presents his recent JADA article entitled "canceling dental procedures due to elevated blood pressure." In our interview, he'll provide an evidence-based defense for why its seldom necessary to cancel a dental procedures on the basis of a patient's BP measured before a planned procedure for patients under a physician’s care. Dr. Yarows will provide an evidence-based rationale for how to approach a patient’s elevated blood pressure (BP). He will also challenge the existing concept of canceling a patient’s appointment due to elevated BP. Finally, he will discuss proper ways to measure a patient’s blood pressure.

Article: Canceling dental procedures due to elevated blood pressure

About Dr. Yarows:

Dr. Yarows is a well-respected physician in the Chelsea community with more than 30 years of experience in internal medicine. He believes that providing continuity of care for patients enables improved care with improved outcomes.

Dr. Yarows stresses preventive care while treating multiple, complex disease states and values the strong personal relationships he has with many long-term patients.

Other Distinctions: Director of the IC/CCU, St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea President, Midwest Chapter, American Society of Hypertension Co-developer, Athletic Screening of Adolescents Academic Appointments: Adjunct Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Division) University of Michigan. Honors and Awards: Best Doctors 2011-2012 Best Doctors 2013-2014 Best Doctors 2015-2016.

Interested in learning more about his publication in the Journal of the American Dental Association? Here is the abstract and conclusion from his work:

“In 1974, the American Dental Association first considered recommending that dental offices measure blood pressure (BP) routinely, and it has been further encouraged since 2006. Investigators in several dental publications have recommended cancellation of dental procedures based solely on BP greater than 180/110 millimeters of mercury for urgent oral health care and greater than 160/100 mm Hg for elective oral health care, in the absence of prior medical consultation

To the authors’ knowledge, there are no prospective study investigators that have addressed whether or when to cancel dental procedures due to office-measured elevated BP. The authors recommend using current anesthesiology guidelines based on functional status and past BP measurements to prevent unnecessary cancellations.”

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Can you achieve a bond with Zirconia? What are the virtues in cementing with a resin-modified glass ionomer cement? Can bonding increase the strength of your final restoration? If so, how is that feasible? How much isolation is actually "good enough"? Dr. Nate Lawson is a professor at the University of Alabama (UAB) and he's here to talk with us about his recent article entitled "Choice of Cement for Single Unit Crowns" which was featured in the Journal of the American Dental Association.

Article: Choice of Cement for Single Unit Crowns

National Dental Practice Based Research Network

About Dr. Nate Lawson:

He is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Biomaterials at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

He began his education as a Biomedical Engineering student at Tulane University. He completed his DMD at the UAB School of Dentistry and his MS and PhD in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UAB.

He is a prolific researcher. He has written 15 articles, 21 abstracts and 1 book chapter related to dental materials in Summit’s Fundamentals of Operative Dentistry textbook.

He is also one of the cofounders of the popular Instagram account @dentinaltube. This account is followed by over 57k dental professionals and is devoted to evidence-based-dentistry.

Dr. Lawson is famous for his work with biomaterials. Read this excerpt from his article entitled Clinical Concerns and Common Misconceptions Regarding Zirconia Restorations: “Perhaps the most significant change in restorative dentistry this decade has been the large-scale, widespread permeation of zirconia into everyday practice.

Several factors have propagated the success of this material, including the rising cost of precious metals, increased demand for esthetics, advancements in digital design and laboratory milling, new techniques for bonding, and developments in dental zirconia.

Zirconia has been compared to steel because of the toughness it achieves through a process termed transformation toughening. Yet, despite zirconia’s excellent mechanical properties, its use as an acetabular cup in hip implants was ill-fated due to excessive wear following surface roughening from unwanted phase transformation.

To avoid the clinical failures and legal ramifications experienced by the orthopedic field, dentists should have a basic understanding of the properties of zirconia in relation to clinical procedures. This article provides a simplified explanation of the structure of zirconia and how that structure affects several clinical situations. It also presents and discusses common concerns and misconceptions regarding zirconia.”

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Implants don't last forever. U.C. San Francisco professor Dr. Don Curtis convened a panel of scholars to create an unprecedented implant risk assessment. He and his team solidified which variables do and do not lead to implant failure. Dr. Curtis is here today to present the implant risk assessment he and his team created and how we can have a more informed conversation with our patients.

Article: Implant Risk Assessment

Resource: Dental Implant Risk Assessment

About Dr. Curtis:

Dr. Don Curtis completed his undergraduate education and dental school at the University of Oregon, his prosthodontics residency at the University of Southern California (USC), and his maxillofacial prosthetics residency at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA).

He formerly taught restorative dentistry at UCLA and USC and has since been a professor at the University of California San Francisco since 1986. He has been involved in over 77 peer reviewed publications, contributed to a number of textbooks as well as writing some of his own, been involved in developing the Western Regional Examination Board and is an examiner for the American Board of Prosthodontics.

He has been apart of the following organizations: American College of Prosthodontists (ACP), Fellow California Section of ACP, Omicron Kappa Upsilon (National Dental Honor Society), International Association for Dental Research, American Association for Dental Research, San Francisco Section AADR, Fellow, Academy of Dental Materials, California Dental Association, American Dental Association, Berkeley Dental Society, American Dental Education Association (ADEA), International Association of Maxillofacial Prosthetics, Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics, American Board of Prosthodontics, ITI (International Team for Implantology) Fellow, Academy of Prosthodontics, American Education Research Association

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Although the placement of a bone graft and membrane might superficially appear to be a facile procedure, don't be fooled. The adroit critical thinking and decision making involved in achieving a predictable outcome is far from simple. Today we have subject matter expect Dr. Abhishek Patel here to give us a deeper understanding on this topic.

Content for this episode is derived from a published randomized, controlled, blinded clinical trial comparing ridge preservation with a membrane vs no membrane on buccal overlay graft technique. Dr. Patel was a team member on the aforementioned study which is entitled “Ridge Preservation Comparing the Clinical and Histologic Healing of Membrane vs No-Membrane Approach to Buccal Overlay Grafting.” In this episode Dr. Patel will discuss the aforementioned. We recommend reviewing the articles provided for you in the reference section.

He received his bachelor of dental surgery from the Dental College at Bhavnagar University, his Masters in Oral Biology at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, his Master’s of Science in Dentistry at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry and his training in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry.

He has been awarded several accolades to include being a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and the 2019 American Academy of Periodontics Educator Award.

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Earn dental continuing education when you listen to the Dental Digest Podcast! Just visit www.dentaldigestinstitute.com! This episode of Dental Digest features Dr. Manali Vora. Dr. Vora wrote the cover story for the May 2019 issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association. In this episode Dr. Vora will discuss tobacco-use patterns and self-reported oral health outcomes. She will discuss different delivery systems available for tobacco consumption and the ramifications those systems have on the periodontium.

What you'll learn: Gain a better understanding of the different tobacco consumption behaviors. Develop an appreciation for the deleterious effects tobacco products have on the periodontium. Understand the different ways in which periodontitis presents as a result of different tobacco consumption patterns.

Dr. Vora is a dentist and an epidemiologist. She formerly served as a post-doctoral research fellow at the Center for Tobacco Control Research and Education at University of California, San Francisco. She is now periodontics resident at the University of Connecticut.

During her time at UCSF, she has focused her research program on periodontal health outcomes and substance use. One of her projects as a post-doctoral fellow was to evaluate if non-cigarette tobacco product users are more likely to report gum disease and gum disease treatment compared to people who have never used tobacco.

She earned her DDS in Dental Surgery from Gujarat University, India in 2014. She obtained her MPH in Epidemiology at University of Washington, Seattle.

This project’s findings were published in the Journal of American Dental Association in 2019. Her other projects are about identifying predictors of change in tobacco use behavior over time and describing how tobacco industry funding is influencing the increased acceptance of novel tobacco products.

We recommend you read Dr. Vora’s article entitled “Tobacco-use patterns and self-reported oral health outcomes: A cross-sectional assessment of the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health study.” This article was featured on the cover of the Journal of the American Dental Association. She also discussed her findings on the podcast.

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Dr. Tony Kuo, M.D. MSHS directs the Division of Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention for the Los Angeles County Department of public health. He has joint appointments in the UCLA School of Public Health and UCLA School of Medicine. His JADA article entitled "Reasons why low-income people in urban areas do not drink tap water" was published in June of 2019. He's here today to share his findings.