Dental Implant Practices: Recent Episodes
Dr. Philip J. Gordon, DDS
Incorporate dental implant into bone and into your practice. 7 year journey on how to get implants in practice from logistical and technical standpoint.
Are you still passionate about where your practice is heading? Listen as Dr. Philip Gordon and his guest Dr. Brian Harris discuss how to stay excited in your practice, what is happening with the Smile Virtual system, how you can use this system to grow your business and much more on this episode of Dental Implant Practices.
Brian is a cosmetic dentist in the Phoenix area and the Smile Virtual system founder. It teaches doctors how to do virtual consultations and use social media marketing to increase their businesses. Brian begins by sharing a little of his background and his journey into dentistry.
Listen as Brian discusses how his process of getting new clients differs from the traditional way, how to be more clear on pricing and what a client needs, and how Instagram can be used successfully as a marketing tool. Brian believes showing clients before and after pictures and sharing tidbits about himself on social media allows potential clients to be more comfortable discussing their needs.
Is your office suffering because of COVID-19? Take advantage of this downtime to up your virtual game. Brian and Philip talk about how implementing the Smile Virtual system has allowed them to be more productive in three days than they ever were in five days. If you are ready to implement something new and take advantage of the new normal of virtual consultations, then this is an episode you can’t miss.
In This Episode:
[00:23] - Welcome to the show, Brian!
[01:21] - Brian shares his background and how he started in cosmetic dentistry.
[04:08] - Brian speaks about how he took his practice in a direction that gave him his passion for the job back.
[07:04] - How did you go from the idea of having virtual consults and using social media to putting it into practice?
[09:32] - Brian shares how they get about 90% acceptance the way they market.
[11:37] - Brian discusses how their process differs from the traditional way of talking to a patient.
[14:06] - Adding clarity instead of confusion allows potential patients to trust what you are telling them.
[15:26] - Why is Instagram such an excellent marketing platform?
[17:40] - Brian speaks about what is new on Instagram that people need to know.
[21:24] - Instagram is marketing, and it depends on how creative you are and how much time you want to devote to posting.
[24:59] - What does your daily schedule look like now that you are practicing the way you want?
[27:40] - Brian shares about some other doctors he knows and how they have learned how to be more productive in three days than they ever were in five.
[30:45] - Brian discusses how to get signed up with Smile Virtual, and how they expect to see their business grow in the next year.
[33:34] - Are you ready to implement something new?
[36:25] - Thank you so much for being on the show!
Links and Resources:
Dr. Brian Harris
Smile Virtual
Smile Virtual Dentist
@drbrianharris
Curriculum Vitae Dr. Frank Zastrow
- 1999-2004 Dental School, University of Heidelberg, Germany
- 2005 – 2007 Research associate at the oral surgery unit, dentistry, oral- and maxillofacial surgery center, University of Heidelberg (medical director: Prof. Dr. Dr. J. Mühling)
- 2008 Specialty status: Licensed for dentistry and oral surgery, Doctorate from University of Heidelberg2009 Certified for implant dentistry and periodontics
- 2009 – 2012 Practice as oral surgeon at the Private clinic Schloss Schellenstein, Olsberg, Germany (medical directors: Prof. Dr. F. Khoury/ Dr. J. Schmidt)
- 2011 Appointment to „Master of oral medicine in implantology“ (University of Münster, Germany)
- 2011 Senior physician at the Private clinic Schloss Schellenstein (Prof. Dr. F. Khoury)
- 2012 Certified “Expert in Implantoloy” (DGOI) and “Diplomate status in Implantology” (ICOI)May
- 2012 „Practice clinic for oral surgery Dr. Zastrow & Colleagues“ in Wiesloch
(near Heidelberg), Germany
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Zagreb Faculty of medicine, Munich Faculty of Dental Medicine. Work experience at the General surgery andOrthopedics in Munich. Oral Surgery residency in Munich. Doctorate in Koeln. Co-owner of the Praxisklinikfor oraland maxillofacial surgery in Starnberg, Germany. Over 1000 hours of professional training and EDA (EuropeanDental Association) certification for Periodontal specialist (2002) and Implantology specialist (2010).In 2010 she returned in the country and started working at Rident Polyclinic. She is the Chief of oral surgery andsince 2012, one of the co-owners. She is also a head assistant at the Oral medicine and Periodontology Departmentat the Faculty of Medicine in Rijeka.An active lecturer inthe fields of implantology and periodontology (Germany, Spain, Italy, Croatia). Numerouspublications in scientific magazines. She underlines the importance of minimally invasive techniques.Dr. Pohl gains energy and motivation from her satisfied patients, as well as from a small number of hard working anddedicated young colleagues that she mentors.She is a member of the AAP (American Academy of Periodontology), EDA (European Dental Association), CroatianPeriodontal Association, Croatian Dental Chamber, Croatian Medical Association, Bayerische Zahnärztekammer.Dr. Pohl also speaks 3 languages: German, English & Italian.
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In today’s episode we are at the Zest Dental Solutions Warehouse in Carlsbad, CA talking to Tom Stratten, President and CEO and David Painter, Chief Strategy Officer. We are discussing the products, tools and education about implants that Zest provides.
Listen in as Tom and David talk to us about what Zest is all about, how they are helping dentists and patients alike make the right decision between dentures and implants, the pros and cons of both and how to keep the bone viable down the road.
If you want to learn more about this company or just about implants please sit back, tune us in and listen to an informative ride through Zest, its products, philosophies and how connect with Tom and David for answers to any questions you might have.
In This Episode:
[00:27] - On today’s episode we are at the Zest Dental Solutions warehouse in Carlsbad, CA.
[00:54] - Getting acquainted with Tom and David.
[03:24] - What do they want the dental community to know about Zest and Zest’s products?
[06:44] - How is Zest expanding to give dentists the products they need for success?
[10:14] - Tom talks about a staging process for dental implants and evolving the locator product.
[13:33] - How do dentist quantify the need for implants to the patient? What is Zest doing to education about implants?
[20:45] - What does the clinician need to understand about Zest products? Can we ask questions and get answers quickly?
[23:45] - David talks about the profitability of the overdenture versus the implant.
[25:42] - What is the life cycle a patient goes through with their dental work?
[28:13] - What fears do patients have about implants? What are the emotional impacts?
[30:58] - Zest is producing products and tools to give patients and dentists options.
[33:29] - Which type of bank account is more important to your patient? The emotional, ego or financial?
[36:04] - What does the future look like for Zest Dental Solutions?
[40:45] - What is the best way to contact Zest?
Links and Resources:
Zest Dental Solutions
ADA
AAID
EAID
The purpose of our work, Where are you headed? Some careers are about checking boxes, while other people set up to draw new boxes that didn’t exist before. This group is for people who want to do work that matters. It might be a more difficult route, but it’s worth it. The work of leveling up involves pushing past perceived limitations, understanding that they’re not real. And it involves surrounding yourself with people on a similar journey. “What’s required here?” is the question we were taught to ask. “What is the opportunity here?” is a totally different question. It’s about contribution and forward motion, not simply compliance. For people in a hurry to learn and contribute, the range of learning opportunities are abundant and all around. You can learn more, and more quickly, than ever before. I’m glad your here on this journey together. To disrupt the status quo! That is the theme behind the Dental Implant MBA Conference. How to be disruptive with your practice and your marketing. How to break away from the average and how to make a real difference with your implant practice and life’s work. The old path, the traditional path is not the way to succeed. You must become disruptive in your field to make a difference. If you are ready to level up and do your best work, then it’s time to sign up for the Dental Implant MBA 2.0 conference and Lets make something great together. Thanks for listening, see you next time. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dental-implant-mba-20-conference-tickets-62089090140#
Dental Implant MBA 2.0 Conference *Buy Tickets here:* https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dental-implant-mba-20-conference-tickets-62089090140 *Topics:* Full Arch Implant Dentistry Digital Dentistry Facebook Friends and More! Speakers and Hosts Ramsey Amin, DDS- Dental Implant Exchange Danny Domingue, DDS- Implants in Black and White Mark Bishara, DDS-Canadian Implant Dentistry Network Philip Gordon, DDS- Dental Implant Practices Date: October 4-5, 2019 Location: Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa Cost: $499 $399- Early Bird through Aug 31st CE 16 hrs
I decided to do a solo show today and I wanted to discuss the Mona Lisa. She has been the topic of many studies and debates for centuries. Listen in to learn more about her sordid past! I start with the Mona Lisa to illuminate the secrets that are kept in business.
Tune in today to learn some of the basic business principles, how leadership and management differ, and why you should consider joining the Dental Implant MBA Conference in September. This episode is short and sweet but jam packed with valuable insights for managing your business and brand.
In This Episode:
[00:31] - Does Mona Lisa need implants? Tune in today to learn Phillip’s view on body image and art.
[01:39] - Get comfortable being uncomfortable - today’s marketing tip!
[01:48] - Do you ever wonder about how the Mona Lisa hangs on the wall? Do you care?
[02:21] - Phillip provides the scandalous history of the Mona Lisa painting.
[05:06] - Why is Mona Lisa smiling? Does she have a secret?
[05:19] - McDonalds, dental implants, and business management. What do they have in common?
[05:26] - The right leadership, with the right management will change lives.
[06:02] - Ray Crock was a leader in business and his values are the keystones of building a strong business.
[06:48] - Avoid the commodity healthcare track and consider being a dental freelancer.
[07:30] - Do you want to be cheap and busy or distinct and unique?
[08:05] - Why is being unique in the industry so difficult?
[09:07] - Your clients deserve your best work. Join the Dental Implant MBA Conference!
Links and Resources:
Ray Kroc
Dental Implant MBA Conference
Michael Scherer, today’s guest, has a fascinating perspective on how people get into implant dentistry: by an interest in tools and mechanical things. Most people who listen to the podcast, he guesses, particularly enjoyed playing with Legos while growing up. (Do you think he’s right about this? Did you love your Legos? Are you generally mechanically inclined, with an affinity for tinkering around with tools?)
After his clinical practice, Michael wanted to dig back into academics. This led him into prosthodontics residency, after which he took a faculty position in Nevada. This, he explains, cemented his love of implant dentistry. Given his vast experience in the industry, Michael also has some fantastic insight into the secrets to implant dentistry. It’s not just about being there and showing up—but also knowing that you need to invest in yourself.
Michael and I will also dig into 3D printing, the importance of finding something that you want to improve on in your practice, the top ROI device for his dentistry practice, what Michael thinks of the future of dentistry, how hiring an in-house lab tech can help make procedures more affordable and accessible for patients, and much more. This was a fantastic conversation that I found both educational and inspirational, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Today’s Guest:
Michael Scherer, DMD, MS
Sonora Modern Dental
Michael Scherer on LinkedIn
In This Episode:
[00:47] - Michael offers some insight into his background and the Northern California town where he works. He also talks about where he did his training, and how he got into the teaching that he does now.
[07:29] - What was Michael’s implant training like? Where did he dive into high-end training?
[15:20] - Michael talks about his work and experiences with Zest Dental Solutions, as well as his book Lost Your Teeth But Not Your Appetite?
[20:45] - Philip makes a point about the value of learning to master overdenture.
[22:36] - What’s the latest in the overdenture world? How would Michael recommend that people introduce their practice to the Zest process?
[27:44] - We hear about the speaking and courses that Michael is doing these days.
[35:53] - What advice would Michael give to someone interested in getting new technology like a 3D printer or getting started in digital dentistry?
[43:12] - Michael shares his thoughts on bringing a laboratory technician in-house rather than outsourcing those aspects of his practice.
[47:14] - Philip digs into how bringing a lab tech in-house can benefit a practice, including by making procedures more affordable for patients.
[49:43] - Michael talks more about the value of patient-centered care, which Philip had been talking about previously.
[51:51] - We learn that Philip is always trying to push and challenge himself by learning new things. This, he explains, is why he created the podcast and Facebook group.
[53:52] - What else would Michael like to share with listeners? What’s coming up for him that he’s excited about?
Links and Resources:
Michael Scherer, DMD, MS
Sonora Modern Dental
Michael Scherer on LinkedIn
Zest Dental Solutions
Lost Your Teeth But Not Your Appetite? by Michael Scherer
Michael Scherer’s Fast Track Dental CE Courses
Rick Ferguson on Implant Educators
Let’s talk about dental implant continuing education for the general dentist! I’m often asked what the best courses are for a general dentist to learn implantology. The short answer is to take all of the courses you can, but the longer answer depends on other things including what you already know, your current abilities, and the current state of your practice.
The rules of the marketplace have fundamentally shifted, and the gatekeepers aren’t as powerful as they used to be. Now, anyone can break into implantology if it’s something they want enough. And now that this shift has happened, the biggest obstacle to your success is in your head. It’s time to get past that and write your own story!
Now let’s get into specific. My recommendation for a general dentist getting into implantology is to take multiple paths over a long period of time. A specific suggestion that I highly recommend on the business side is my own Dental Implant MBA program. You’ll learn how to develop, market, and master your implant practice through this series of courses. (Also, check out my mini-course on dental implant funnel marketing.)
If you’re not sure whether implant dentistry is something you’re interested in, try a short weekend course. I recommend Glidewell Dental’s Restorative Driven Implant Solutions Utilizing the Latest Technology course, or Implant Dentistry 101 from Implant Direct. Both of these are great introductory courses for implantology.
Once you’re ready for a comprehensive course with implant training, I recommend Implant Pathway. This takes a big amount of material and delivers it within a shorter, more consumable package. I believe it’s the best implant training that there is for beginners! For a longer, in-depth course and credentialing with the AAID, I highly recommend a MaxiCourse. If you want something that’s all online, look into DentalXP's Online Implant Fellowship Program. It’s a challenging, rigorous course that will leave you top-level implantology knowledge.
That’s a lot of suggestions, and there are a lot more courses. I hope this episode has helped give you a place to start! If you need advice or opinions on these or other courses, please feel free to reach out to me directly.
In This Episode:
[00:13] - Philip welcomes listeners back to the show, and explains that this episode will be about dental implant continuing education for the general dentist.
[01:03] - We hear about the importance of creating a different story if what you’re doing now isn’t working.
[01:55] - The rules have fundamentally shifted in a way that lets anyone break into implantology, Philip explains.
[03:01] - Philip shares an inspirational story, and explains how it applies to the dental industry.
[04:37] - We get into CE courses for implantology for the general dentist, with Philip offering his recommendations.
[05:51] - Philip offers two recommendations for short courses to figure out whether implant dentistry is right for you: Restorative Driven Implant Solutions Utilizing the Latest Technology or Implant Dentistry 101.
[06:27] - We hear Philip’s recommendation for the next course once you decide that implant dentistry is something you want to pursue: Implant Pathway.
[07:27] - Philip recommends the AAID MaxiCourse for a longer, more in-depth course into dental implantology.
[08:21] - For a comprehensive, all-online course, try the Online Implant Fellowship Program from DentalXP.
[09:09] - There are tons of other courses that there isn’t time to dig into, Philip explains. The ones he has recommended, though, are the basics that will get you started.
Links and Resources:
Hernán Cortés
Dental Implant MBA
Restorative Driven Implant Solutions Utilizing the Latest Technology from Glidewell Dental
Implant Dentistry 101 from Implant Direct
Implant Pathway
AAID
AAID MaxiCourse
DentalXP's Online Implant Fellowship Program
Chip Vagnoni from the ACTEON Group joins me today. He wears many hats at the company, he points out in our conversation, but officially he’s Marketing Manager for ACTEON North America. The focus of our chat today will be on the Piezotome Cube device, one of the many different products sold through ACTEON.
As we’ll learn today, Chip is actually a physical therapist by training. From there, he got into sales through physical therapy products, and eventually ended up in product management. In 2007, he shifted into the dental realm when he started working at ACTEON.
And now, onto the Cube! I got to try it out, and was amazed by it and knew I needed to have Chip on the show to talk about it. As we’ll discuss today, the Cube is both soft-tissue friendly as well as powerful enough to cut bone, which was an issue with previous generations of this kind of tool.
Chip will dig into why the Cube is a great choice and a better option than doing things the old-fashioned way. After procedures using the Cube, patients experience about 50% less pain and swelling than after traditional methods of surgery. This less-invasive method lets patients get back to what they want to do faster! He’ll also explore some of the common procedures that the tool is great for, and explain that it isn’t only for extractions.
Today’s Guest:
Chip Vagnoni on LinkedIn
The ACTEON Group
In This Episode:
[00:32] - Chip explains his role at ACTEON North America.
[02:27] - We hear about Chip’s background, which actually isn’t in dentistry. He also talks about where ACTEON is headquartered.
[05:21] - We dive into the Piezotome Cube, with Chip explaining what it is for people who aren’t familiar with it or how it works.
[07:30] - The Cube triples the power in the previous device that ACTEON had, Chip explains, and offers specific numbers.
[08:58] - What would Chip say to someone who thinks that the Cube might not offer an advantage over the old-school way?
[11:14] - Chip talks about some of the common procedures that a dentist could use this tool for.
[13:40] - Philip and Chip chat about the types of people in the market who would benefit from the Cube.
[16:29] - We hear about what kind of tips there are for the Cube, and a bit about the kits.
[20:25] - When you buy the Cube, what does it automatically come with?
[22:19] - Chip talks about whether they have any training events or recommendations for people who don’t want to go in totally blind.
[24:37] - Is there anything else that Chip wants to cover that he and Philip haven’t talked about yet? And how should people get started with the Cube?
[25:52] - Chip mentions some of the large events that ACTEON will attend in 2019.
Links and Resources:
Chip Vagnoni on LinkedIn
The ACTEON Group
Acteon North America on YouTube
Piezotome Cube
Air-N-Go Easy
Implant Pathway
Zimmer Biomet Dental
Today, I’m delighted to welcome my friend Tony Fiorello from Tatum Surgical in Florida onto the show! Tony and I have traveled together all over the world to various events, and he’s here to break down Tatum Surgical for listeners. As you’ll learn today, Tony didn’t enter the world of dentistry the traditional way. Instead, his road to his current position involved a career with Harley Davidson, a brain injury, and the career-changing moment that he saw a dental surgery change a woman’s life.
During our conversation, I think you’ll understand how Dr. Tatum’s perspective had contributed to Tatum Surgical’s success. Tony reports that Dr. Tatum says that he doesn’t make implants to sell, but rather to treat patients. Isn’t that powerful? As you may have guessed from that snippet, Tony (along with Tatum Surgical) is concerned about integrity and doing things well, not just making money.
Tony explains why implants are a better business plan than surgical instruments: if your quality is high enough, someone will never need to buy another surgical instrument from you again. Implants, on the other hand, are an ongoing market. You’ll also learn all about the various implants that Tatum Surgical offers, which you can also learn about on the company’s website.
Tune into the episode to get a deep view into this amazing company. You’ll learn about practical details of implants and instruments, but also gain an insight into the company’s inspirational ethics and devotion to genuinely serving people.
Today’s Guest:
Tony Fiorello on LinkedIn
tatumimplants@verizon.net (Tony’s email)
Tatum Surgical
(888) 360-5550 (Tatum Surgical)
In This Episode:
[01:37] - Tony explains his position at Tatum Surgical, which he has held since 2008. He also talks about his background, and how he got to where he is today.
[08:43] - We hear a powerful story of the day that convinced Tony that he wanted to work at Tatum Surgical.
[14:11] - Tony talks about needing to tell his wife that he had given up his job at GE to work at Tatum Surgical instead.
[16:19] - We learn more about Tony’s climb up the ranks at Tatum Surgical, where he started off knowing relatively little about the company and field.
[19:26] - Tony digs more into what the company was like when he joined it in its early days, and how it has changed over the years.
[21:11] - How was Tony able to find his niche and make such an impact?
[23:15] - Tony talks more about Dr. Tatum’s perspective on making implants.
[26:11] - We hear more about what Tatum Surgical offers and what they’re putting out these days.
[28:10] - We learn about two specific products from Tatum Surgical: the tapered implant and the integrity implant.
[31:35] - Tony talks about his involvement with the FDA and its EU equivalent, and the value of integrity.
[33:39] - We learn more about several of the specific instruments and products offered by Tatum Surgical.
[38:36] - Philip steps in to talk about the importance of “investing in your instruments like you do your education.”
[41:50] - We hear more about Tatum Surgical’s Mentor Meetings and why their group is different from others.
[46:52] - After Dr. Tatum is done teaching, what will the company look like moving forward? What will the transition look like?
[51:04] - Tony shares some of his personal philosophy, which places high value on being a good person.
[51:57] - Tony talks about a digital design they’re working on now, then shares where listeners can find him to learn more about Tatum Surgical.
Links and Resources:
Tony Fiorello on LinkedIn
tatumimplants@verizon.net (Tony’s email)
Tatum Surgical
(888) 360-5550 (Tatum Surgical)
Mike Foley, owner of Emerginnova, joins me today to talk about ceramic zirconia implants. If you’re not familiar with it, Emerginnova is the US distribution company for the ZERAMEX Ceramic Dental Implants. As a listener to the show, you’re probably very familiar with titanium implants, but I think this conversation will be an eye-opening look into the world of ceramic zirconia implants.
Mike has been in the dental implant business for 15 years, and jokes that once you get into it, you can’t get out. In our conversation today, you’ll hear all about how he got started with ceramic zirconia implants specifically. And if you’re confused by the term and wondering whether these implants are ceramic or zirconia, don’t worry, you’re in good company and this is a common question. The answer is that ceramic zirconia implants are both. Tune in to learn all about the details of the process of making these implants.
You’ll also learn today about the process for placing these implants, and whether there’s anything specific that dental surgeons need to understand about them compared to traditional implants. Mike will talk about whether you need to use a specific lab or whether any highly qualified lab will do. You’ll also learn how to get started, whether you want to try just one or fully jump in, and how much the initial investment costs.
Today’s Guest:
Emerginnova
Zeramex
Michael Foley on LinkedIn
In This Episode:
[01:29] - Mike gives some background on himself and his career path, and explains what he does now with his company Emerginnova.
[05:02] - Philip responds to Mike’s story of how he got into implant dentistry, and points out some of the reasons that people fall in love with the field.
[05:55] - What’s unique about the material in Mike’s ceramic zirconia implants, and what exactly is it?
[07:58] - We learn more about how ceramic zirconia implants are made.
[10:27] - Is there a surface treatment that goes on the implants, or are they ready to go at the point that Mike has described?
[12:02] - Mike talks about the main differences in placing and restoring these implants compared to other types of implants.
[15:57] - We learn whether there’s a maximum torque that you can get upon insertion that surgeons need to understand, and what the concern is with fatigue or failure.
[17:23] - Mike goes into more depth about the VICARBO screws that he mentioned previously.
[19:53] - Are there certain labs that Mike has partnered with, or is any qualified lab up to the task?
[20:26] - We learn more about applications of use, such as whether we can do full-arch restorations or we’re still in the singles phase.
[23:52] - Mike talks about the two different implant systems that his company is advocating these days.
[26:51] - Zirconia is incredibly hard and inflexible, Mike points out, without micromovement. He talks about the benefits and downside of this property.
[28:23] - How can listeners get started in this, get more training, get a kit of implants, and get going?
[30:38] - Mike walks listeners through how to get started if they’re ready to jump in and don’t feel like they need the training or experience he has been talking about.
[31:52] - Mike lists the best ways for listeners to learn more or get in touch with him.
[33:03] - We hear more about Mike’s company, including what he has available and what people will find on his site.
Links and Resources:
Emerginnova
Zeramex
Michael Foley on LinkedIn
IAOCI
VICARBO screws
Let’s analyze the word general. It’s the opposite of specific. It means average, non-specific. Now let’s look at general dentistry. It’s easy for the public to think all general dentists are the same and it’s therefore easy for the market place to commoditize this sector of healthcare service.
You can see now how many dental offices are much like McDonald’s franchises or Starbucks. If they all appear the same to the general public and if a dentist, is a dentist, is a dentist, then what other choice do people make their decision from other than local convenience of geographic location, availability of hours, and price.
The other option is to become specific, even super specific. I have noticed that the riches are found in the niches. The more specific you can be to serve a certain client who is willing to pay you a Quality price for a quality service, then this is the way to be able to charge a fair price for your services and for providing more fulfilling dentistry.
The specific procedures that you want to be known for should be based upon not only your talent but also your passions. It’s when you combine your passions with your skills when you’re able to do something special. People want to be treated special and are willing to pay for that experience. Not being everything to everybody is ok and actually better. Instead let’s try to become something very valuable to someone who wants your services and is going to pay premium for them. That’s where we can make our biggest impact. If your passion and skills are implant dentistry then you are in the right place.
How do you become specific is the next question? We have to learn to make better things for specific people. Putting yourself in this category of one will enable you to understand and solve the problems they face and provide solutions and services they want. Let’s do something remarkable together. Thanks for reading, see you next time.
If you are ready to level up, sign up for the Dental Implant MBA Continuum Course and Lets make something great together.
www.dentalimplantpractices.com
I hear the question asked all the time, “What is the best dental implant to place for a general dentist”. I always see the question answered form a surgically driven response. Today I would like to take a wider look at the question and an even wider look at the answer.
A lot of what implant companies tell the clinicians and their marketing message is that their implants are superior and that once a clinician starts using their implants that to switch to a different Implant would be too difficult.
I would like to make the assumption that all implants made at a respectable manufacturing facility with a respectable process can and do work.
So why do Dentists choose a dental implant system to start with and satay with that company line. Most dentists choose implant systems based on where they received their training.
If the industry of labs, dentists, Educators, and manufactures are all using a couple of systems that have open connections and parts then this will create a network effect. It becomes easier and cheaper, and more useful to all parties to have industry standards so that processes and systems can become streamlined and universal.
I would also encourage dentists to look at who developed the system. Not all companies were built on the idea of general dentists training and using their products and continue to be dedicated to that idea and concept moving forward.
The final thing I would encourage dentist to look at while evaluating implant companies is: Are the implant companies that sell the systems private entities or publicly traded?
I recommend Dentists Choose their Implant systems based of multiple criteria:
- Surgical usefulness
- Restorative usefulness
- Network Effect with Connection Compatibility
- Price
- Training available
- General Dentist Friendliness
- Customer Care and Reliability
- Manufacturing and Shipping
My top Dental Implant companies based on this evaluation process in No particular order:
- Hahn Implant from Glidewell- Developed by Jack Hahn
- Bio Horizons Implant from Henry Schein- Originally Developed by Carl Misch
- Tatum Implants from Tatum Surgical- Developed by Hilt Tatum
- Implant Direct Implants from Danaher- Originally Developed by Jerry Niznick
www.dentalimplantpractices.com
Today’s guest is Charles Schlesinger, DDS, FICOI. Charles is a dental implant practitioner and educator who has lectured domestically and internationally, and has been awarded as one of Dentistry Today’s Top Educators for several years running. He’s an expert in such topics as advanced restorative, implantology, and cadaver-based implant and grafting. When he’s not lecturing, he maintains a private practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Charles’ name has been showing up everywhere for me lately, and I’m delighted to have him on the show. He’ll share his story and talk about where he did his studies, as well as how he got to where he is today. Given his expertise in dentistry, you would think this was his lifelong passion, but in fact he took a winding route to get here. He worked in immunology research for a couple years, then transitioned into teaching high school biology, before finally moving into dentistry.
As you’ll hear today, Charles believes that every dentist is capable of placing implants if they really want to. If this is an area that interests you, he recommends finding a beginning course from an instructor you like to learn more about the area. If you don’t feel ready after the end of that course, you can build from there. Once you’ve gotten your feet wet and want to take the next steps, look into The CD Schlesinger Group to learn more.
If you’re further along in your career and ready for something new, you might want to get involved in teaching and education. As an expert in this himself, Charles offers several potential paths that someone at this stage could take. Tune into the episode to hear his recommendations! We’ll also chat about the importance of differentiating yourself and where Charles will be offering courses this year, and Charles will offer some closing words of encouragement.
Today’s Guest:
Charles Schlesinger, DDS on LinkedIn
The CD Schlesinger Group
In This Episode:
[01:13] - Charles takes a moment to share the story of how he got into dentistry, which wasn’t his original intended field of work.
[05:54] - We hear about Charles’ decision to branch out into his own practice, and how his career has progressed from there.
[10:13] - A lot of people can probably relate to Charles’ story and path, Philip points out.
[11:20] - One of the unique aspects of dentistry is that you have the ability to be a jack-of-all-trades but also pick and choose what you want to do, Charles explains.
[13:18] - For people who are early in their implant dentistry career, where could somewhere learn more about implants?
[20:02] - Philip seconds Charles’ recommendation to take a small course to see if implant dentistry is right for you.
[22:12] - Charles offers advice for someone who’s taken the first step and has placed a couple dozen implants and wants to go to the next level.
[29:40] - For someone who’s further along in their career and wants to look into getting involved with education, how could they get involved with that?
[38:04] - Philip recommends finding what you’re passionate about, documenting those cases, and telling a story.
[39:30] - Charles recommends finding something about what you do that differentiates you from everyone else.
[41:26] - Where will Charles be teaching various courses in 2019?
[45:17] - People can get in touch with Charles through his website, The CD Schlesinger Group.
Links and Resources:
Charles Schlesinger, DDS on LinkedIn
The CD Schlesinger Group
chuck@thecdschlesingergroup.com
Glidewell Laboratories
Perio Institute
Yankee Dental Congress
Idaho AGD
New Mexico AGD
The CD Schlesinger Group “Education” page
Dr. Dorfman graduated from the University of Southern California in 2000. She is the founding Dentist here at Dentistry for Kids and Adults. She is a co-founder of a dental software that improves communication between team members and patients allowing for a safer and efficient dental care delivery. She is also a published author and speaker. Dr. Dorfman loves spending every minute of her free time with her husband and their kids, Mila and Lenny.
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Mark is a board certified periodontist who maintained a specialty practice in Lone Tree and Denver, CO. In addition to his periodontics training at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio, he completed an internship in oral and maxillofacial surgery and practiced for several years as a general dentist. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Periodontics at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine where he has served as a Course Director in both clinical and didactic courses. He has been involved with research efforts throughout his professional career and served as a Snoasis Clinical Advisor since the company's inception. Mark received his B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Texas at Austin and a M.S. from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio. He completed his D.D.S. degree at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine.
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Progressive Dental is a full-service practice consulting firm in Clearwater, FL that specializes in helping dental clinicians increase acceptance rates for targeted high dollar procedures through the creation and implementation of customized marketing campaigns.
Bart grew up in Palm Harbor, FL with a family that had a passion for dentistry. His father, Dan Knellinger DDS, has a practice and has been a pillar of the community for over 30 years. His mother, Jennifer Knellinger, has worked by Dr. Knellinger’s side in the office every year since they began seeing patients and is the catalyst behind the growth of the practice. Bart has three sisters, Stacey Verkler, Carol Bou-Sliman, and Jill Schmidt. Stacey is also a dentist and is in practice with Dr. Knellinger. Carol is a new graduate from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry and is in practice with Drs. Knellinger and Verkler. Jill is an accomplished attorney in the Tampa Bay Metro area.
When Bart graduated high school he did not take the same path as his family. His dream was to be an entrepreneur and he believed the most important skills he needed to hone were creative thinking, communication, and determination. There is no better way to manifest all of those aptitudes than to put yourself in a situation in which you have no choice but to succeed.
https://www.progressivedentalmarketing.com/
Dental Implant MBA conference opening lecture by Philip Gordon DDS given on Sept 15th 2018. Visit the website www.dentalimplantpractices.com for more information on how to become more successful with dental implants.
Global Implantology Summit
https://gi-summit.com/register/
Our mission is simple: Learn, Do, Teach, and share knowledge. Our vision is that more dentists and dental specialists provide implant services, which are rapidly becoming the standard of care. If you are an expert wishing to further your knowledge, or a dentist interested in surgery or the restorative aspects of treatment, this venue will expand your skills. A plethora of knowledge, experience, educators, lectures, and supply chain members awaits you. Whether you’re placing implants, restoring implants, are part of the support staff, or involved with the laboratory aspects of treatment, this meeting will expand your knowledge and skills and improve the scope of your practice.
Dr. Kianor Shah is a 37-year-old practicing Dentist and an Entrepreneur from Southern California. As a traveling healthcare provider, Dr. Shah has practiced in more than 300 offices. As a businessman, Dr. Shah has built numerous co-brand, private label, and Peer-to-Peer partnerships in the Healthcare Industry.
Dr. Shah is a seasoned educator in clinical topics of Head and Neck Anatomy, Biophysics, Surgical Extractions, and Oral Implantology. Dr. Shah addresses domestic and international financial executives annually with Healthcare Industry forecasts and advises Financial Technology companies.
Dr. Shah completed his undergraduate studies at Western Illinois University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in 2000. Dr. Shah graduated in 2006 with a Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Southern Illinois University. He has finished an M.B.A. at Brandman University in International Business in 2016.
His participation as a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, Fellow of the California Implant Institute, and Fellow of the International Academy of Dental-Facial Esthetics has culminated in his Mastership and Diplomate status of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Dr. Shah has been in various roles as an Inventor, founder, owner, Chairperson, CEO, President, Managing Director, Partner, Associate, and Consultant for a variety of domestic and international related business matters.
In addition to his expertise practicing General Dentistry, Dr. Shah practices in the fields Prosthodontics, Periodontics, Endodontics, Pedodontics, Orthodontics, and Oral Surgery. Dr. Shah reads, writes, and speaks English, German, and the Farsi languages.
Dr David Resnick earned his DDS from the University of Minnesota Dental School in 1992. Prior to entering dentistry, Dr. Resnick was a certified surgical technician who assisted in a wide variety of surgical procedures, including craniotomies, knee and hip replacements, organ harvesting, and mandible/maxilla trauma cases. He currently lectures on topics including implant prosthetics, surgical asepsis and bone grafting procedures.
Dr. Resnick is an Honored Fellow and Trustee of the American Academy of Implant Dentisry and a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry. He maintains a private in Minnesota, with a focus on implantology and IV sedation services. Prior to entering dentistry, Dr. Resnick was a certified surgical technician who assisted in a wide variety of surgical procedures, including craniotomies, knee and hip replacements, organ harvesting, and mandible/maxilla trauma cases. He currently lectures on topics including implant prosthetics, surgical asepsis and bone grafting procedures. He maintains a private in Minnesota, with a focus on implantology and IV sedation services.
Prior to Proceed Finance, Mr. Roehr was President and Chief Financial Officer of Cabela’s Inc. [CAB:NYSE], guiding the company through a time of unprecedented sales growth and retail expansion, and rocketing them past the $1B valuation mark. Included in Mr. Roehr’s leadership at Cabela’s was his role as Founder, Chairman of the Board, and CEO of World’s Foremost Bank, the wholly-owned regulated credit card bank utilized by Cabela’s to issue and manage their co-branded Cabela’s VISA credit cards and related consumer rewards program.
Matt Winstead succeeds his father, D. Thomas Winstead, in the leadership of the laboratory. Matt graduated with a BS Degree in Management from Samford University in 2004 and became a Certified Dental Technician in 2011 specializing in Complete Dentures.
He actively serves on the board of directors for the Huntsville Community Free Dental Clinic and S-Ray Inc., an ultrasonic technology firm.
Mr. Winstead has lectured to numerous dental societies and dental schools including NOVA Southeastern University, GRU College of Dental Medicine, UAB School of Dentistry, Mississippi Dental Society, and UT Memphis College of Dentistry.
Prior to his leadership in the laboratory, Matt was an elite triathlete and professional cyclist.
Mr. Winstead has been a child sponsor through Compassion International since 2003 and participates in personal and corporate support of Compassion Student Centers in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz Bolivia.
Dr. Mark McOmie is originally from Salt Lake City, Utah. He attended The University of Utah. While attending the University of Utah, Dr. McOmie worked as a lab technician for several years. He then furthered his education at the highly regarded University of Louisville School of Dentistry graduating and entering private practice in 1998. Dr. McOmie has presented research at the Kentucky Dental Association, International Association of Dental Research and American Association of Dental Research. Member of the Tennessee Valley Dental Study Group, Chattanooga Area Dental Society, Tennessee Dental Association, and the American Dental Association.
John Williams, Vice President - US Sales at Neoss
Location: Greater New York City Area
Education: 1970 1974 BS in Biology at Fairleigh Dickinson University
About Neoss:
"Convinced that existing implant systems were too complex, their idea was to create a much simpler and more rationalized solution. Through persistent effort and close collaborations they created a high-quality, optimized implant system. With a limited number of components, the Neoss Implant System has unique design features and a host of excellent advantages for everyone.
This ingenuity lies in the patented implant design optimizing stability in all bone qualities and conditions and eliminating the need for separate one- or two-stage designs. The minimal platform concept utilizes only two implant platforms to support diameters in the range 3.25–6.5mm. This also greatly simplifies surgical and prosthetic instrumentation aiding communication within the team and increasing efficiently. The benefits are clear: reducing patient treatment time, optimizing inventory control and superior outcomes for patients."
Dr. Dorfman graduated from the University of Southern California in 2000. She is the founding Dentist here at Dentistry for Kids and Adults.
She is a co-founder of a dental software that improves communication between team members and patients allowing for a safer and efficient dental care delivery. She is also a published author and speaker.
Dr. Dorfman loves spending every minute of her free time with her husband and their kids, Mila and Lenny.
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Practical Dental Solutions, LLC
18635 Soledad Canyon Road, Suite 108
Canyon Country, CA 91351
+1 844 6MY-YAPI (669-9274)
+1 949 535-1349 - Fax
inquiry@yapicentral.com
I get about 5-10 messages a day from people asking me which implants to buy, which CBCT to use, which surgical guides to use and other questions.
I thought possibly by setting up a group of general dentist friendly partnerships I could help introduce good products and organizations with people who would be a good fit. The partners that I would be introducing into this GPO, group purchasing organization, that we are starting would be organizations, labs, implant companies, and manufacturers that are all relevant to implant dentistry, and are friendly to use for the general dentist,. I was tired of seeing DSO‘s getting discounts on products and the general dentist still struggling to make overhead and struggle to find quality systems at a good price that were willing to teach and train general dentists and not just specialists.
Join the Group Purchasing Organization
The general dentist has to worry about the specialist groups and the DSO groups and I thought why not a group for the general dentists. I also want it to be objective and have it be non-specific to just one implant company or just one process so there could be multiple options available. I want to help link and partner with good organizations, implant manufacturers, labs, and other ancillary products that will help bring good value and create long-lasting connections for general dentist learning to place dental implants.
Implantology can be an expensive field, whether with time away from your office taking CE, whether it’s the expense of the instrumentation and kits, whether it’s the expense of the increase overhead of products, or increased technological equipment like CTCT. I wanted to make sure the dentists that were serious about implants could put their time and money wisely into products and services that I could guarantee would work for them and then I could also show them how to integrate them into their practice successfully. I feel if I can save someone time and money and help them make introductions to companies while still providing a non-biased opinion that I could do some service for the implant community and so the group purchasing organization partner program has come from that idea.
The program is going to be a yearly subscription of $100 per month or $1000 per year upfront which will then provide discounts on implant products, CE Courses, and other services that a dentist would need in order to run a successful implant business. In addition to that there will be upcoming webinars and CE opportunities outside of the initial concept. This will also allow me the ability to continue to refine and create more content and relevant aspects for learning and sharing. I hope to continue to further push the limits of implant dentistry for the general dentist while giving back to people looking to get into implant dentistry. Thanks for all the support you have given to dental implant practices so far and I hope the group purchasing organization will have some value towards you and help provide a missing link with you and your practice.
Thanks, and best of luck.
Philip Gordon
Join the Group Purchasing Organization
Introducing GuidedSMILE CHROME - DIGITAL, FULL-ARCH GUIDED RECONSTRUCTION
GuidedSMILE was developed for dentists who desire a preplanned, predictable guided All-On-X style surgery. This amazing service delivers anchored bite verification, anchored bone reduction, anchored site drilling, accurate anchored provisionalization, and a method of transferring all surgical and restorative information for the final restorative conversion phase. Most cases simply require a CT scan and traditional records. Call to discuss your case. The process, the product, the surgery is straightforward!
GuidedSMILE CHROME is a 4-Guide System
1 Pin guide - Utilizes teeth or tissue to deliver the Fixation Base (CR/CO SLM)
Dentate
Pin Guide is fully seated on the patient's existing dentition. Once verified via the two occlusal windows, the horizontal sites are drilled and anchored. Anchor pins are fully seated, verified and the guide is removed.
Edentulous Pin Guide is a digital duplicate of the patient's existing denture. This tissue-supported guide is inserted, patient closes, and the anchor sites are drilled, anchored, verified, and the guide is removed.
2 Fixation Base - Use for bone reduction, anchoring the osteotomy guide and prosthetic
Once teeth are removed and tissue is flapped, the Bone Reduction Guide is inserted, anchored, and bone is levelled to the meet the labial and lingual frame of the guide. This guide floats above the bone, and therefore should not be impinged by undercut.
3 Osteotomy Guide
This guide is rigidly fixed with the pins, yet floats around the bone. Standard protocols are followed to drill sites and place implants.
4 PMMA
Superior to conventional denture pick-up systems, this anchored GuidedSMILE nano-ceramic provisional transfers the CO/CR as determined by pre-surgical records. Implant abutment positions, anchor sites, tooth position, smile, and tissue space are all pre-set.
5 RAPID Appliance - The method of communicating GuidedSMILE to the articulator for the Final
RAPID Appliance is ROE's special pick-up device, a clear duplicate of the PMMA. This allows the doctor to capture a second record to hold until final conversion. Once the patient is ready for the final, perform a pick-up impression, with tray adhesive on the tissue side, using medium PVS. Send this pick-up to ROE and we will
GuidedSMILE Osteotomy Preparation Options
Option 1 - GuidedSMILE-FG - All GuidedSMILE cases are utilize a Fully Guided Kit (as seen above) - ROE works with nearly all systems available today.
Option 2 - GuidedSMILE-FH - Free-Hand - includes a location reference on the bone reduction frame to optimize implant location for PMMA pick-up, and a removeable reference inset to provide a maximum range for site preparation. Left image: notice the round divot references indicating implant general location. Right image: boundary insert used to ensure location of implants is within PMMA parameters.
GuidedSMILE Work-Up Protocol
Step 1:
- Complete our on-line Rx to provide ROE with complete case information: upload DICOM / Photograph (full face, full natural smile) as 'Documents' through this Rx web page: LINK web site portal
- Send master casts, bite registration (CO and/or CR), and/or digital impressions, study casts – print UPS label here.
- Send MSGA - Master Surgical Guide Agreement with first case (required to begin)
- Required - GuidedSMILE Work Authorization required for all cases (on line or White Paper)
- Optional - Esthetic & Funct'l Checklist include please if ROE is significantly changing tooth arrangement, or a new denture set-up is needed.
Step 2: Meet ROE on line for implant and guide planning (allow 5 days after receiving all materials) Link
Step 3: Sign and return the TPA Treatment Plan Report – via fax or scan and email
Step 4: Receive the GSI Surgical Information Form to order parts and review surgery – via email
Step 5: Receive guide (ROE will ship within 10 days of the signed TPA Treatment Plan Report)
Notes on preparring for and capturing the CT Scan
If your patient is dentate, follow the above steps, and capture a CT scan with the patient opened biting on cotton rolls.
If patient is edentulous, and the existing denture fits well and the tooth arrangement is accepted, convert into a scan appliance (instructions page 6). Perform a dual scan using the protocol in our manual. If edentulous patients needs to establish tooth position and vertical, begin conventional denture steps to create a scan appliance.
We are always available to discuss your case. Call 800 228 6663 and ask for the CT Department and reference GuidedSMILE.
Digital Impression:
ROE accepts all digital impressions. Here are your options:
3Shape - must use 3Shape Communicate - ROE's email is trios@roedentallab.com to open a connection
Cadent iTero - must use Cadent's portal, just search for ROE to add connection
E4D - either use the Model Export function in Romexis to export files to the desktop and upload through our portal along with your DICOM, or use DDX (not dependable)
Sirona - either export a DXD file to your desktop and upload through our portal for ROE to convert, or us Cerec Connect to upload to ROE
3M TDS - must us 3M's portal
Carestream 3500, 3600 - export .stl to desktop and upload to our portal, or use DDX (not dependable)
Curriculum Vitae of Hilt Tatum, Jr., D.D.S.
Born April 22, 1934 -Opelika, Alabama
1951-53 - Auburn University
1953-57 - Emory University School Of Dentistry —D.D.S.
1957-59 - Marine Hospital, Savannah, Georgia —Dental Surgeon
1959-64 - Consultant –Marine Hospital, Savannah Ga.,
1959-63 - Staff, Memorial Hospital, Savannah, Ga.,
1960-78 - Private Practice, Opelika, Alabama
1961-79 - Staff, Lee County Hospital, Opelika, Alabama
1978-95 - Private Practice, St. Petersburg, Florida
1979-95 - Staff, Edward White Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida
1982-85 - Chief, Oral Surgery Department, Edward White Hospital
1990-95 - Director, Edward White Hospital Implant Residency Program
1985-Present - Associate Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Implantology, University of Lille II Medical School (France)
2006-Present - Clinical Professor of Oral Implantology, Department of Periodontology, Temple University School of Dentistry
1980-83 - Visiting Lecturer, Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgery, School of Dentistry, University of Florida
1985-95 - Visiting Lecturer, Implant Maxi-Course at New York University/Brookdale Hospital
1987-95 2006-Present - Visiting Lecturer, Implant Maxi Course, School Dentistry, Medical College of Georgia
1987-93 - Visiting Lecturer, Department of Oral Implantology, School of Dentistry, Harvard University
1992-95 - Visiting Lecturer, Implant Maxi Course, School of Dentistry, Howard University
2008-Present - Visiting Lecturer, Implant Maxi Course, OAGD-AAID Implant MaxiCourse
2011 - Visiting Lecturer, Implant Maxi Course, Vancouver MaxiCourse
2011 - Visiting Lecturer, Implant Maxi Course, University of Las Vegas MaxiCourse
1998-Present - Director of Tatum Institute
2003-Present - Co-Director of Implant Maxi Course, School of Dentistry, University of Puerto Rico
2005-Present - Senior Faculty, Boston Implant Institute
1988-Present - Editorial Board, Journal of Oral Implantology
Diplomat American Board Oral Implantology, Past President and Director
Fellow American Academy Implant Dentistry, Past President
Fellow American College of Dentists
Fellow International College of Dentists
Presented Over 2000 Podium Presentations in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America.
Multiple Professional Publications
1970 - Originator of Bone Expansion Techniques for implant placement
1970 - Introduced Autogenous Bone Grafting into implantology
1974 - Originator Sinus Lift Operation
1975 - Originator Sinus Graft Operation
1978 - Designed first 2 stage titanium root form system in the USA
1982 - Developed a Vascularized Osteotomy Concept
2003 - Originator of “NIRISAB” Concept
Honors:
1989 - Gold Medal of Paris (France)
1995 - Gold Medal of Lille (France)
1995 - Isiah Lew Research Award, Research Foundation of American Academy of Implant Dentisstry
1997 - Honorary Life Member, Association of Dental Implantologists, (UK)
1997 - Gershkoff Award, American Academy of Implant Dentistry
2001 - Henri Warbourg Medal, Faculty of Medicine, Lille II Medical School (France)
2003 - Robert James Award, Loma Linda University (USA)
2003 - Legion of Honor, President of France
Dr. Kenneth Judy is a 1964 graduate of Georgetown University and a 1968 graduate of New York University College of Dentistry. During and after his pre-doctoral studies, Dr. Judy was the recipient of several research fellowships. He then trained in surgical prosthetics with Dr. Isiah Lew at the New French and Polyclinic Medical School and Health Center in New York. Dr. Judy has authored over one hundred research and clinical articles, editorials and textbook chapters. He has lectured extensively nationally and internationally.
Dr. Judy is a Clinical Professor of Implant Dentistry at New York University as well as a Clinical Professor in the Periodontal department at Temple University. He is a staff member of the Dental Implant Center at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York and maintains a private practice in New York.
Dr. Judy serves on the Deans Advisory council of Columbia University School of Dentistry and on NYU’s School of Nursing. Dr. Judy is a member of over sixty organized dentistry, editorial, research, prosthodontic, and dental implant and organizations. Since 1979, Dr. Judy has served as chairman and then co-chairman of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), the world’s largest dental implant society.
Dr. Resnik is a one of the original faculty and founding members of the Misch Institute since 1988 and worked alongside Dr. Carl Misch for over 30 years. He is internationally known as a leading educator, clinician, author and researcher in the field of Oral Implantology and Prosthodontics. He received his dental education from the University of Pittsburgh along with his specialty degree in Prosthodontics, Surgical Fellowship in Oral Implantology, and a Master’s degree in Oral Implantology/Radiology. Currently, Dr. Resnik is a Clinical Professor of Oral Implantology and Periodontics at Temple University in Philadelphia, Adjunct Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine Department of Graduate Prosthodontics, faculty at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh and the Surgical Director and Chief of Staff of the Misch International Implant Institute. He is a consultant to numerous implant companies and laboratories. Dr. Resnik is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He is a frequent lecturer, both domestically and internationally, along with being a leading researcher and author in the field of Oral Implantology. Dr. Resnik is the author of the recently released leading textbook in Implant Dentistry “Avoiding Complications in Oral Implantology” by Elsevier Medical Publishing. He maintains a private practice in Pittsburgh, PA limited to Oral Implantology.
Dr. Mark Bishara graduated from the UWO Medical Biophysics program and was selected as a gold medal recipient for being the top graduate of his academic program. Following this, he continued his studies at the University of Western Ontario dental school. Although he enjoys all aspects of dentistry, he has a very special interest in all surgical procedures including implant placement and full mouth rehabilitation. He also excels in working with children and looks forward to seeing families grow with him in our Bowmanville Dental office. With appearances on rogers TV and as proud member of the Bowmanville rotary club, Dr Mark looks forward to helping others in the community for years to come with our free dental day initiative hosted twice a year. In his spare time he enjoys playing basketball, painting on canvas and spending time with his wife and daughter Emily and son Jason. Some of his art work is featured in the office.
Dr. Mark Bishara is also active as a lecturer with the Toronto Implant Academy on dental implants and is a published author on topics such as PRF treatment and dental implants, as well as his contributions with the Canadian Implant Dentistry Network on FB and Homepage.
https://www.cdnimplants.com/
Welcome to AAID's Podcast! The Academy aims to foster informal discussions about the world of implant dentistry, mirroring the collaborative spirit of our members in our podcast. Hosted by Dr. Daniel Domingue and Dr. Justin Moody, the podcast explores topics and issues encompassed in the implant practitioner's world. If you have feedback about the podcast or would like to be a guest on the show, please email podcast@aaid.com.
The Neodent system is the market leader in Latin America and holds more than 56% of the Brazilian market share.
The system is known for its innovations, quality and technology. In Brazil, Neodent is a premium system, where we pay a premium price for it. Here in US, due to the exchange rates, the system is offered in its premium quality but for a value price.
Technically, Neodent evolved much through the years. Like most systems, we started with the external hex connection and moved up to the internal hex one. But what makes us stand out the most is definitely our Morse taper connection. It offers a lot of clinical advantages, especially when placed as recommended, such as bone and bone crest maintenance (with maintenance of the gingival papillae), higher mechanical stability (less risks of prosthetic screws getting loosen), a virtually "bacteria free" interface and preservation of the biological width, with a proper biologic seal with the dental-gingival fibers attaching to our abutments. That means protection for your bone-implant interface, with a well-defined probing depth and therefore a natural barrier against the excess cement flowing into the sulcus, on your cement-retain restorations. That also reduces the risk of peri-implantitis, since our implant surfaces are never exposed and instead, are covered by bone, sealed by dental gingival fibers and with no bacterial flow through the connection gap.
Neodent also provides a hydrophilic surface called Acqua, which promotes more BIC in less time, improving the overall early osseointegration.
The exterior designs of our implants are meant for gripping and giving the opportunity of immediate load in different bone densities. Also, regular, short, narrow, cylindrical, tapered, hybrids, zygomatics... They are all offered through the system so that we can always solve our diverse range of clinical situations.
Grant Bullis, director of implant R&D and digital manufacturing at Glidewell Laboratories, began his dental industry career at Steri-Oss (now Nobel Biocare) in 1997. Since joining the lab in 2007, Grant has been integral in obtaining FDA 510(k) clearances for the company’s Inclusive® Mini Implants, Tapered Implant System and Custom Implant Abutments. In 2010, he was promoted to director and now oversees all aspects of CAD/CAM, implant product development and manufacturing for more than 1,000 implant and prosthetic components at the lab. He has an MBA from the Keller Graduate School of Management.
Alfred Heller, DDS, M. S., has placed more than 20,000 implants since 1969. He earned his DDS (1962) and M. S. (1974) from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. He is an Honored Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). He also served on the Admissions and Credentials Board of AAID for seven years. In 1980, he founded the Midwest Implant Institute (MII). He is Board Certified in Oral Implantology by the American Board of Oral Implantology. Additionally, Dr. Heller has served as President of the American Board of Oral Implantology(ABOI).
The Midwest Implant Institute (MII) is built on a foundation of presenting material from introduction level to the most advanced in implant surgery and related prosthetics, all while the students perform surgery on their own patients. Over 1000 Externs of MII have continued to bring their own patients to perform live surgery. Dr. Heller has lectured on topics regarding all aspects of implant dentistry for over 30 years within the institute and for multiple other implant oriented organizations in all corners of the United States of America.
Dr. Heller's participation with implant research has enabled him to advance and develop the field of implant surgery. Dr. Heller has completed two FDA studies associated with dental implants and bone grafting materials. Dr. Heller has taught hands-on dental implant surgery post-graduate courses in eight American dental colleges. He and the Midwest Implant Faculty teach all different implant modalities as Dr. Heller believes that, "Bone dictates the type of implant to be used that will best serve the patient."
https://midwestimplantinstitute.com/
http://www.mayishare.website/
Osstell is the global leader in implant stability measurement and osseointegration progress monitoring. Osstell was formed in 1999 to commercialize an invention using Resonance Frequency Analysis (RFA) to determine the clinical status of a dental implant.
Osstell’s proprietary and patented technology helps its customers, dentists around the world, to make dental implant treatments safer, and to increase patient confidence and comfort, by measuring the stability of implants objectively and non-invasively using the ISQ scale (Implant Stability Quotient). More than 880 scientific publications confirm the benefits of the technology, its clinical value, and the use of the ISQ scale for dentists in their daily practices. Osstell is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden – the birthplace of dental implants.
www.Osstell.co
Dr. Dunson completed his undergraduate studies with a degree in biology in 1987. After, he entered the dental program at the University of Southern California (USC), where he received a Doctorate in Dental Surgery (DDS) in 1991. He then attended Columbia University’s general dentistry residency program at Harlem Hospital in New York. After completing the residency, Dr. Dunson returned to Georgia, and in 1992, he began practicing as an associate in Atlanta. At the same time, he served as a resident at Loma Linda University (LLU) in California, receiving his graduate certificate from in oral implantology in 1997. He also has an IV and oral conscious sedation certificate from Miami Valley Medical College in Dayton, Ohio, making him one of the select few restorative dentists in Georgia who are certified and licensed to do IV sedation. Dr. Dunson started his own practice as a general, restorative and cosmetic dentist in Stone Mountain, Georgia in 1996. Dr. Dunson remains actively interested in the latest developments in his discipline and is involved in the following:
Private Practice, Atlanta Georgia.
Diplomate, The American Board of Implantology, Implant Dentistry.
Honored Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
National Secretary, American Academy Of Implant Dentistry
Chairman, AAID Foundation
National Advisory Board, Smile Source
Founder & Director, The Atlanta Academy for Reconstructive Dentistry
Dr. Adam Kimowitz is a Lecturer at Rutgers School of Dental medicine, where he is also the President elect of the Alumni Association. Dr. Kimowitz also frequently lectures on the topics of Implant Surgery and Prosthetics, 3D Diagnostic Imaging, and CAD/CAM dentistry. Dr. Kimowitz is the founder and president of the Grassroots Dental Study Club, an educational and philanthropic organization dedicated to the advancement of the profession of dentistry through education and charity. Dr Adam Kimowitz is an active member of the American Dental Assocation, Academy of General Dentistry, AAID, ICOI, Academy of Cad/Cam Dentistry, and has is the President Elect of the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine Alumni. His peers have also recognized Dr. Adam Kimowitz as an Expert by being voted a NJ Top Dentist in the field of implant and cosmetic dentistry.
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Dr. Isaac Tawil received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from New York University College of Dental Surgery and has a Masters degree in Biology from Long Island University.
Dr. Tawil is the current President of AIE Advanced Implant Educators. Dr. Tawil has received his Diplomate from the International Academy of Dental Implantology as well as his fellowships with the International Congress of Oral Implantology, the Advanced Dental Implant Academy and recognition for Outstanding Achievement in dental implants from the Advanced Dental Implant Academy. He has received the President’s Service Award for his volunteer work in places such Honduras, Tijuana, Dominican Republic, China and Lima Peru. Dr. Tawil is a member of American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Academy of Osseointegration, the American Dental Association and the New York State Dental Association. Dr. Tawil lectures internationally on advanced dental implant procedures using the latest technology, including in China, Thailand Peru, Korea, Singapore, Japan, The Dominican Republic and Mexico. Dr. Tawil also teaches live surgical seminars in his office and abroad, as well as hands on courses globally. He has been featured in Inside Dentistry magazine, The Roundtable discussion group and has been published in several magazines including Tips and Catalyst. He has several webinars on Dental XP and Osseonews. Dr. Tawil has held Main Podium session and hands on workshops with AAID, AIMB, SENAME, SSER, ESCD, and IADI.
He maintains a general private practice in Brooklyn, NY, where he focuses on implant therapy. Dr. Tawil is also on faculty at Vizstara educational facility in Englewood, NJ. His interests are in advanced implant techniques and immediate placement.
- Diplomate, International Academy Dental Implantology
- Fellow, International Congress of Oral Implantology
- Fellow, Advanced Dental Implant Academy
- Presidential Service Award for Outstanding Achievement
- Faculty at Vizstara Institute, Englewood, NJ
- President, Advanced Implant Educators
- IV Sedation, Einstein Medical College, 2012
- Private Practice, Brooklyn, New York
Susan Wingrove, RDH, BS, dynamic innovator, writer, International speaker, & 2016 Sunstar RDH Award of Distinction recipient. Co-designer of the Wingrove Titanium Implant Set, ACE probes, & Queen of Hearts instruments (PDT, Inc.) Susan is member of the American Dental Hygienist’s Association, International Federation of Dental Hygienists, Western Society of Periodontology, & Academy of Osseointegration. Published author for multiple journals, Scientific Panel for ACP Clinical Practice Guidelines, as well as current textbook: Peri-Implant Therapy for the Dental Hygienist: Clinical Guide to Maintenance and Disease Complications, Wiley / Blackwell. Resides in Missoula MT. sswinrdh@gmail.com / wingrovedynamics.com
Dr. Maurice A. Salama completed his undergraduate studies at the State University of New York at Binghamton in 1985, where he received his BS in Biology. Dr. Salama received his DMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, where he later received his dual specialty certification in Orthodontics and Periodontics, as well as implant training at the Branemark Center at Penn. He was awarded the George Coslet and Richard Chase Scholarships at the University of Pennsylvania during his post-doctoral studies. Dr. Salama is currently on the faculties of the University of Pennsylvania and the Medical College of Georgia as Clinical Assistant Professor of Periodontics.
Dr. Salama has completed an ADA accredited hospital-based General Practice Residency at Maimonides Medical Center in New York City. In 1988 he had the opportunity to further broaden his clinical horizons through externships at Hebrew University in Jerusalem and Beth Israel Hospital in New York City. His very unique background includes specialized training in Orthodontics, Periodontal Surgery, and Implant Dentistry.
Dr. Salama is an active member in the American Academy of Orthodontics, the American Academy of Periodontics, the Academy of Osseointegration, Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity, Thomas P. Hinman Dental Society, Georgia Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. He also served as the Dental Expert for Fox (WAGA) TV in Atlanta, Georgia on a weekly basis. The dual nature of his specialty training makes Dr. Salama a frequent author of dental literature, and a sought-after lecturer nationally and internationally.
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Dr. Jack Hahn earned his DDS from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, and completed postgraduate coursework at Boston University, New York University, the University of Michigan, and the University of Kentucky. A pioneer in the field of implant dentistry, Dr. Hahn has been placing and restoring implants for 45 years. Dr. Hahn developed the NobelReplace® dental implant system for Nobel Biocare (Yorba Linda, Calif.), and oversaw the design of the Hahn™ Tapered Implant. Recipient of the Aaron Gershkoff Lifetime Achievement Award in implant dentistry and the Venue and LEAD magazine Healthcare Leadership Award, Dr. Hahn was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry in June 2015. He lectures to dentists around the world and maintains a private practice in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Placed First Dental Implant-1970
Founded Midwest Implant Institute with Duke Heller-1980
Developed the Steri-Oss Dental Implant System (purchased by Nobel Biocare)-1986
Developed Replace Select (first tapered implant)-1996
Introduces Hahn Tapered Implant- 2015
1970- Placed First Dental Implant
1976- American Academy of Implant Dentistry- Credentialed (written and oral examination)
1980- Founded Midwest Implant Institute
1984- American Board of Oral Implantology and Dental Implantology (ABOI)- Diplomat
1986- Developed the Steri-Oss Dental Implant System for Denar (purchased by Nobel Biocare)
1987- American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)- Fellow and Diplomat
1987- Began a 15-year Titanium Study
1989- Began a 12-year Hydroxyappetite Study
1996- Invented and Developed the REPLACE SELECT Dental Implant
1998- A.D.A. approved immediate extraction replacement and immediate loading based on Hahn’s Clinicals
2003- Nobel Direct one-piece Implant Clinical Study
2003- Appointed Board Examiner for the American Board of Oral Implantology and Implant Dentistry 2003- Academy of Ossiointegration (AO)- Fellowship
2004- Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)- Fellow
2004- Recipient of the Aaron Gershkoff Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), in New York City
2005- Appointed by the American Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) with the Perio Institute for Implant Dentistry
2006- Performed live surgical demonstration in India, as part of the Nobel Biocare World Tour
2007- Taught a three day Dental Implant course, with hands on training and live surgery in Moscow, Russia
2008- Participated as a Panelist and Presenter for Nobel Biocare Worldtour in San Palo, Brazil
2009- Taught a two day Dental Implant course, with live surgical demonstration, in Singapore
2010- Taught a two day, live surgical Dental Implant course in, Shanghai, China
2011- Lectured, with hands-on participation, in a Dental Implant Bone Grafting course in, St. Petersburg, Russia
2011- Began Clinical Studies of my updated “Replace” Dental Implant
2013- Relocated my Dental Implant Practice to Blue Ash, OH.
2014- Dr. Hahn was named Chief Editor of "Inclusive Dental Magazine"
2015- Developed the "HAHN IMPANT" and the "HAHN Surgical and Prosthetic Kits"
This Podcast will focus on key areas in case presentation that have helped dental practices from across the country increase the acceptance of large, comprehensive cases and improve their overall productivity and profitability.
- Understand the reasons why patients walk away with incomplete treatment and learn how to effectively to overcome those obstacles
- Establish areas of focus to level up case presentation systems through tools, time and teamwork to help more patients say “yes” to the treatment they want and need
- Identify skills to build value and understanding that help patients move forward with comprehensive care
Carrie Webber is Chief Communications Officer and owner of Jameson, a dental management, marketing and hygiene coaching firm that helps dentists and teams become more productive, more profitable and ultimately more fulfilled in their practicing lives. Carrie works with dentists and teams on business building concepts to improve team performance, case acceptance and practice growth while also spearheading creative initiatives on behalf of Jameson for the dental community. Webber is a contributing author to several publications and blogs on the topics of marketing, customer service and business development as well as a presenter on these topics to dental professionals. For more information on Carrie and Jameson’s comprehensive management and marketing services, visit www.jamesonmanagement.com or call 877.369.5558.
Implant selection and positioning can be confidently addressed with thorough, prosthetically driven treatment planning. The appropriate size and spacing of dental implants in the posterior is determined by carefully assessing the anatomy of the ridge, the restorative space available, and the long-term needs of the patient.
The edentulous span must be evaluated to identify the appropriate implant size for each site. First, the mesial-distal distance between the teeth adjacent to the edentulous space is measured. Then, the implant sizes are determined, allowing for 1.5 mm of space between the shoulder of each implant and the neighboring tooth, and 3 mm between adjacent implants. Buccolingually, allow for 1–2 mm of bone on each side of the implant.
Dr. Paresh Patel is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry and the Medical College of Georgia/AAID MaxiCourse. He is a clinical instructor at the Reconstructive Dentistry Institute. Dr. Patel has placed more than 5,000 implants, has published numerous articles in leading dental journals, and has worked as a lecturer and clinical consultant on dental implants and prosthetics for several leading companies
A Diplomate of the ICOI, Dr. Patel maintains private practices in Lenoir and Mooresville, North Carolina. Contact him at pareshpateldds2@gmail.com or implantsbyparesh.com.
During this Podcast, you will hear:
- The pros and cons of removable vs. fixed implant restorations
- Provisionalizing fully edentulous implant cases
- Converting overdentures to fixed restorations
- The advantages of newly developed implant designs in full-arch indications
- Digital treatment planning and when to consider guided surgery
- Immediate extraction and implant placement for full-arch restorations
- The use and clinical benefits of PMMA temporaries
- Immediate conversion of the patient’s denture at the time of implant placement
- Why the BruxZir Full-Arch Implant Prosthesis?
Dr. Timothy Kosinski graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry and received a Master of Science degree in biochemistry from Wayne State University School of Medicine. An adjunct clinical professor at UDM School of Dentistry, he serves on the editorial review board of numerous dental journals. Dr. Kosinski is a Diplomate of the ABOI/ID, ICOI and American Society of Osseointegration, and a Fellow of the AAID, ACD and ICD
He has a Mastership in the AGD, from which he also received the Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition award in 2009 and 2014.
Discussing protocols that will provide competence and confidence in placing dental implants and achieving optimal restorative outcomes.
Basic situations a general dentist is likely to see for single unit implant patients.
The fundamentals of single implant placement
Diagnosing and treatment planning single-unit cases
Posterior, single-unit implant prosthetics — the two-appointment implant restoration
Proper extraction techniques for future implant sites
Socket grafting — a simple but essential tool for general dentists
Considerations for anterior implant placement
Types of implants to use and types of crowns.
Here we will cover How to Integrate dental implants into your practice and into the bone. We want to break down the barriers in implant dentistry for the general dentist. Dr Philip Gordon in Leawood Kansas covers the biggest hurdles facing general dentists, the Initial cost of training and the implant kits and supplies, the lack of training available and CBCT access, and the fear of the unknown with new procedures. Dr. Gordon wants to push the progress in the field of implantology for the general dentist.
Dr. Philip Gordon grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, and has lived here most of his life. He received his bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Missouri in Columbia. His desire to learn about anatomical processes and biological sciences with the exposure to his father’s dental office early in life are what influenced his process to attend dental school. He then attended the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry Dental School where he received his DDS degree. Since then he has received hundreds of hours every year in Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry to stay on the forefront of the latest and greatest dental techniques and advancements.
Dr. Philip Gordon wants to establish great relationships with his patients and give them the best dentistry available. He enjoys all dental procedures, but has particular interests and emphasis in cosmetic smile design, surgical procedures, and implant dentistry. Dr. Gordon and his wife, Lorie, have two young boys, Ben and Jack. They enjoy traveling and spending time with family. Dr. Gordon’s commitment to excellence and service is part of what makes our office the best place for cosmetic and general dentistry.
Dr. Peyman Raissi DDS AKA Dr. Peyray as he is more affectionately known in the Social Media, is one of the biggest rising stars in Dentistry today. Don’t let his young age fool you, Graduated from the University of Tennessee, he began his career with Affordable Dentures and Implants in Nashville TN. In just a few weeks he went from the new young graduate dentist in town to the biggest producing Implant Dentists in the corporate. In 2015, he ranked Nashville office within the corporate the Number 1 office out of 220 for placing and restoring the most number of implants. He has placed over 1000 implants, performed over 220 full arch rehabilitation using dental implants, over dentures and fixed hybrid bridges. Dr. Peyray has been trained by some of the most respected dentists in the world while completing over 900 hours of Dental CE education specific for implant surgery, bone and tissue grafting, prosthodontics as well as IV sedation. In 2016 His passion to keep pushing himself to conquer new challenges led him to build his very own dental practice from the ground up and call it “My New Smile Dental” in Nashville, Tennessee which focuses on Implants and full mouth rehabilitation.
Dr. Raissi proudly serves on the clinical advisory board for Zest Dental solutions, tests out new implant related products before they’re introduced to public and gives his professional opinion. He has contributed case series for Biohorizons Implants and Teeth Express Magazine. Dr. Raissi co-hosts a podcast called the Millennial Dentist that focuses on the new generation and the experienced dentists, interviews famous speakers to focus on dentists role for the future world of dentistry. With his few thousand of dentists followers online, Dr. Peyray regularly performs Live implant educational surgeries for domestic and international dentist overseas using media apps and social media.
Peyman is very involved in organized dentistry. He received his fellow in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (FICOI), a fellow in American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics. He has passed the written exam for American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) and is on his route to become the youngest dentist to receive the Diplomat Status from the Board of Oral Implantology. He is also a member of number of organizations including American Dental Association, Tennessee Dental Association, Nashville Dental Society, Academy of Osseointegration, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and Academy of General Dentistry.
She is native to the Northland, she graduated from NKC high school in 1982. Dr. Sonia Q. Scheerer earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry in 1993. She served in the United States Navy active duty for 10 years. Her tour consisted of Marine deployments, the Naval College in Rhode Island and overseas in Naples, Italy. She was the #1 selectee for out service endodontic residency training for the US Navy. Dr. Scheerer earned her Master of Science and Certificate in Endodontics from the University of Detroit Mercy in 1999. Her scientific research project was selected in the top ten for the American Association of Endodontists for graduate students and was published in the Journal of Endodontics in January 2001. After the Navy, she returned home to Kansas City North where she started up her private endodontic practice for 12 years in Zona Rosa area and taught part time at UMKC dental school. She and her husband moved to Beaver Lake 2013 where she worked part time at the Veterans Health System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville and ran her own endodontic practice downtown Rogers, AR. Kansas City is home so home is where she returned early December 2016. Dr. Scheerer was born in Tacoma, Washington. Her parents were born in Puerto Rico, and she is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Scheerer and her husband, Wayne, have been married 32 years. They have a son, a daughter and four grandkids. Their son, Nick is an active duty Air Force electrical lineman. Nick is stationed at Scott Air Force base. Dr. Scheerer’s daugher, Lauren, is a Speech Pathologist and is married to Danny Hawkins. Lauren and Danny live in Kansas City, so does Dr. Scheerer's mother, siblings and most of her family. Her hero remains her father, Romulo Quinones; he went to be with the Lord almost 6 years ago. He was a Purple Heart and Bronze Star medal recipient while serving 30 years in the US Army. Dr. Scheerer's grandson, Gavin Scheerer was diagnosed with leukemia this year. Please keep our Gavin in your prayers for complete healing and remission.
Darwin Bagley, C.D.T., A.S., is Senior Director of Technical Services at Attachments International. He is also part of the tech team with Implant Direct. has over 30 years of experience in the dental technology field. He has lectured worldwide to Universities and dental study groups on attachment and implant reconstruction. Mr. Bagley is involved with the hands-on prosthetic cources given at the Implant Direct educational center in Las Vegas.
Mr. Bagley has authored newsletters, Attachments & Impalnts Reference Manual and technical articles published in professional journals.
Implant Concierge is a propriety web-based technology that provides dentists and other industry professionals with a centralized, HIPAA compliant tool used to communicate, streamline, and coordinate CBCT solutions and guided implant surgical services. Implant Concierge is your Virtual Treatment Plan Coordinator delivering real time updates on your case and accurate financial summary within minutes! Located deep in the heart of Texas in beautiful San Antonio, Texas our 3D Case Coordinators take great pride in offering a true concierge-style customer service experience.
Implant Conciergecan be used by restorative dentists, oral surgeons, and other dental team members involved in a case. Implant Conciergecoordinates the actions of your implant case by improving communication between your dental implant team.
Founded in 2006, Implant Concierge™ has assisted thousands of dentists with their CBCT, radiology and CAD/CAM surgical guide, and restorative needs. Implant Concierge™ can handle any case – from simple to complex. We are committed to developing our service and reputation through innovation and trust.
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Dr Gluckman completed his dental training at the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg in 1990. After spending a number of years in general practice he completed a 4-year full time degree in Oral Medicine and Periodontics at the University of Stellenbosch in Cape Town, which he completed with distinction (cum Laude) in 1998. He was intimately involved in the development of the postgraduate diploma in Implantology at both the University of Stellenbosch and later at the University of Western Cape.
He is currently in full time private practice in Cape Town. He is the director of the Implant & Aesthetic Academy, which is a private post graduate training facility in South Africa currently providing a complete postgraduate training program in Implantology in South Africa. The Academy is accredited by The University of Frankfurt. He has been involved in Implantology training for 18 years.
Dr Gluckman was the author of a monthly Implantology Corner for the South African Dental Journal and is the immediate past president of the South African Society for Dental Implantology and on the board of the Southern African Association of Osseointegration (SAAO). He has served as the Secretary of the South African Society of Periodontics. He has lectured extensively nationally and internationally and is a member of Dentsply / Friadent’s Master Speakers Program. He is on the experts’ panel of the international educational website Dental XP and is on the Dental XP scientific board. He is on the Editorial board of the South African Dental Journal as well as the Indian Journal of Prosthodontics and is an Associate of the College of Medicine and Dentistry of South Africa.
His special interests are immediate placement/ immediate load as well as soft tissue aesthetics and periodontal plastic surgery, autogenous bone augmentation especially bone harvested from the palate and three-dimensional bone augmentation.
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Ady Palti, DDS, Baden Baden/Germany, currently professor at New York University College of Dentistry and clinical professor at Boston University Dental School Center of Implantology and at Temple University Philadelphia Department for Periodotology & Implantology. He is past president of the German Society of Oral Implantology (DGOI) and past President of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI).
Ady Palti lectures worldwide and publishes on new technologies in oral implantology - main focus on 3D technologies and immediate loading.
Private practice in Baden-Baden Germany limited to implantology and esthetic dentistry. He is involved in development of surgical instruments, implant design, membranes and augmentation materials since 1980.
Director of the International Academy of Implantology (IAI )in Baden Baden, Clinical Director of the Videnti Clinic in Baden Baden focusing on Implantology and Esthetic Dentistry.
Dr. Samuel Lee has earned double doctoral degree in Dentistry. He has earned Doctor of Medical Science (4-5 years full time doctoral degree) from Harvard University, and Doctor of Dental Surgery (4 years) from UCLA School of Dentistry. He is a Diplomate of American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry, and limits his dental practice in Implant Surgery and orthodontics.
After completing his bachelorʼs degree in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at UCLA, he continued his studies at UCLA School of Dentistry for his doctor of dental surgery degree. While attending dental school, he has taught Biochemistry for 3 years. He loves teaching and enjoys developing new technologies. As a dentist, he practiced implant dentistry and orthodontics in a private practice in Buena Park, California, for 7 years. He and his family moved to Boston area to further his study at Harvard School of Dental Medicine for his specialty certificate in Periodontology, and to earn Doctor of Medical Science from Harvard University. Currently, he concentrates on research and development in Dentistry, and he runs private practice in Burlington, MA.
He has won the 1st Place Table Clinic Presentation Award at many prestigious organization: The 2008 American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), the 2007 American Orthodontic Society (AOS), and the 2007 International Congress of Oral Implantologists(ICOI).
He is the inventor of "Crestal Window Sinus Grafting Technique," and own the patent on his sinus instruments. He currently teaches internationally on his sinus techniques and TAD to specialists, general dentist, and dental schools. He also developed new method of dental x-ray, and he owns that patents related to this techniques. He is the president of International Academy of Dental Implantology, and focus his career in teaching and research.
Precision One Medical was established in late 2009 and is headquartered in Oceanside California in a 30,000 square foot facility. Each member of the ownership team has been involved in the dental and medical manufacturing sectors for over twenty years. The experience levels in these areas don’t end at ownership. The Manufacturing and Quality teams have equally substantial experience in medical manufacturing methods and systems.
The approach to the manufacturing strategy is to provide our customers with a partner to meet their demand needs. Precision One Medical applied lean manufacturing principles within the operation from the company’s origin. We work with the customer to understand the requirements and build the system capacity to fit those needs. This assures on-time delivery, exceptional quality, and the ability to make demand adjustments as changes occur within the customer forecast. Our emphasis is on establishing long-term agreements to solidify a stable financial foundation by creating price stratification for the product base. This eliminates price standard variances based on demand fluctuations and the expense of having the customer purchasing group generate and analyze quotes and purchase orders.
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Zoll-Dental was founded in 1990 when our president, Karl Zoll, left his position as the director of research and development at the largest US manufacturer of dental instruments. After almost two years of development, the Zoll-Dental line was born. Working on the strength of our designs (such as our Featherweight® handles) and our commitment to our customers, Zoll-Dental has built a strong following, one practice at a time.
Zoll-Dental chose to develop relationships with individual practitioners. By selling directly, Zoll-Dental can offer a greater variety of instrument patterns, in a larger variety of handle styles. Selling directly also offers us the opportunity of working with the practitioners in order to help them find the best instruments for their individual needs, rather than merely trying to sell them the best-selling patterns based on market trends.
Zoll-Dental is also able to offer a full service center for all of your instrument-repair needs. If your practice's instruments need retipping or resharpening, Zoll-Dental will provide you with highest-quality service. From Prophy on up to Oral Surgery, Zoll-Dental has you covered.
As a small, family-run business, Zoll-Dental strives to combine the wide selection of a large company with the personal attention to detail that only a small business can offer. When you call Zoll-Dental, you can easily reach a member of the Zoll family. If you have a technical question, or even if you just want to say hello, we are always available to speak to you.
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Dr. John C. Minichetti, General Dentist, Director of Implant and Reconstructive Dentistry of Englewood, has years of experience in cosmetic dentistry, implantology, and prosthetic reconstruction. Dr. Minichetti graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where he finished first in his class. He then completed a postdoctoral specialized training program at the Mount Sinai Medical Center. He has been the recipient of numerous awards, including those for oral medicine, pharmacology, and oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Dr. Minichetti has published many scientific articles and received his fellowship in several academics. He is a faculty member of Englewood Hospital and Mount Sinai Hospital, and formerly was at Fairleigh Dickinson University. He is also an attending on staff at Englewood Hospital for over 20 years. Besides his outstanding academic and clinical skills, Dr. Minichetti is committed to his practice and patients foremost.
Dr. Minichetti has trained with some of the world’s most prominent dental specialists. He is rapidly becoming known as Bergen County’s leading dentist for people who want to relax through their dental treatment. Dr. Minichetti is affiliated with these associations:
Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry
Fellow of the Int’l Congress of Oral Implantology
Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology
Fellow of the Academy of Implant Dentistry
Fellow of the Int’l Academy for Implant Dental Facial Esthetics
President – Bergen County Dental Implant Group
American Dental Association
New Jersey State Dental Association
Past President of AAID
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INDICATION: KOVANAZE is indicated for regional anesthesia when performing a restorative procedure on Teeth 4-13 and A-J in adults and children who weigh 40 kg or more. Patients may not experience the same sensations of numbness or tingling of the lips and cheeks associated with injectable anesthetics.
Kovanaze provides regional anesthesia with 96% efficacy in teeth #5-12, 64% in #4 and #13*, therefore Kovanaze offers a needle-free alternative to the majority of anterior maxillary injections. Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)Kovanaze® is comprised of two well-known and well-established pharmaceuticals administered as a nasal spray. Tetracaine hydrochloride, the active pharmaceutical, is an ester local anesthetic that blocks sodium ion channels required for the initiation and conduction of neuronal impulses. Oxymetazoline hydrochloride is a sympathomimetic that exerts its local decongestant effects in the nose by stimulating adrenergic receptors, thus eliciting vasoconstriction of dilated arterioles and reducing nasal blood flow.
Dr. Smilanich received his DDS from the University of Minnesota in 1983 and maintains a private practice in Minneapolis Minnesota where he is the director of the Minneapolis Implant Institute. For over thirty years he has successfully restored thousands of implants and in1992 he became one of the first doctors to be accredited by the Academy of Osseointegration. His work with innovative prosthetic systems, immediate fixed provisionalization, and restoring collapsed vertical dimension in cases of bruxism and parafunction has been shared with colleagues in didactic lectures as well as hands on, workshop, and residency formats. Dr. Smilanich’s candid evaluation of what techniques are the simplest, most predictable, and most profitable in real time private practice, have made him a popular speaker on restorative techniques for over 25 years. He also serves as a consultant for several laboratory, biomedical, and pharmaceutical companies and continues to contribute to innovation in the field of implant rehabilitation.
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As a 3rd generation dentist practicing in his home town of East Aurora for 29 years, Dr. Westermeier is recognized as a leading cosmetic and restorative dentist by both the community and his peers. Extensive training in the very best modern dentistry has to offer, has enabled Dr. Westermeier to enjoy a great reputation and a successful practice in a fabulous new facility which you must see to believe.
Scott Westermeier and Maria Miecyjak have a plan to change the world of dentistry, better serve patients and improve your profits the simplest way possible.
When done efficiently and effectively, dental implants can be the most profitable part of your dental business. But, how do you increase implant patients?
“We had all of this knowledge and ability, we just didn’t have enough people asking for the service,” recalls Scott. “We stumbled through this idea of hosting seminars, did some things well and some things not-so-well, but eventually we realized we were on to something.”
It was that realization that led to the creation of the Ultimate Seminar Blueprint. This step-by-step blueprint has been proven time and again to bring in $50,000 to $100,000 new business each time it is implemented.
“Think of it like a cake recipe,” says Maria. “Without a recipe, you’ll eventually figure out how to make a cake, but by following a recipe you are guaranteed success the first time.”
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-Graduated from the Carol Davila University of Medicine in Bucharest Romania in 1992
-In 1993, established a private clinic, limited to implants, oral rehabilitation, and aesthetic dentistry in Netanya, Israel
-Highly experienced in the field of implant dentistry and oral rehabilitation
-Serves as a guest and keynote speaker at international conferences and professional workshops worldwide and has spoken on 4 continents
Dr. Yahav is a serial entrepreneur whose practical way of thinking combined with creativity have enabled him to develop a variety of efficient professional tools, accessories, and materials for implants and the surgical field, including the invention of" Biphasic calcium sulfate" (BondBone®, 3D Bond™, And Bond Apatite®. 4 matrix™) He also serves as an advisor for international companies in this very progressive field.
Dr. Yahav is currently the CEO of Augma Biomaterials
The Teeth Tomorrow® Network for Advanced Implant Dentists is the first and only organized implant franchise network with the sole focus of delivering a screw-retained, full arch zirconia bridge as a final product. Its Network member practices are committed to this life-changing procedure and membership is limited to 250 exclusive practice territories. The Teeth Tomorrow® protocol is based on proven clinical and marketing techniques developed by Dr. Michael Tischler, one of the world’s leading authorities on full-arch restorations.
Network doctors utilize the established Teeth Tomorrow® clinical, laboratory and marketing protocols; working together to share knowledge and further the success of the Teeth Tomorrow® brand while setting the gold standard as top dental practices for full arch restoration. The network enables members to expand their advanced prosthetic and restorative practice through success-proven protocols, inclusive doctor/staff training, an exclusive market within a designated territory. Network member practices receive customized national marketing, advertising, public relations, and administrative support on an on-going basis from The Teeth Tomorrow® professional team. Network membership is only available to carefully selected Advanced Implant Dentists.
Michael received a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the Georgetown University School of Dentistry in Washington, D.C., before joining Tischler Dental in 1989. Dr. Tischler brings dental implant, bone grafting and gum surgery experience to the dental practice, in addition to prosthetic and cosmetic makeover dental procedures. Dr. Tischler lectures throughout the country to his colleagues and has had many articles published on the principles of implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and bone grafting in major dental journals.
www.Teethtomorrow.com
mt@tischlerdental.com
www.tischlerdentallab.com
www.zirkonzahn.com
nSequence is a full-service digital and conventional dental lab.
Located in the heart of the Sierra Nevada Mountains between Reno, NV and world renowned Lake Tahoe, nSequence Center for Advanced Dentistry offers the perfect environment for our day to day business activities, as well as a spectacular education center within our facility. nSequence is a short ten minute drive from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport for our visitors.
The conference room and education center is set up for an exceptional hands-on learning experience for all dental professionals. In the education center, attendees will find 20 fully functioning state of the art dental workstations set up and ready to use for any aspect of dentistry. The fully equipped operatory is set up for hands-on learning with the most sophisticated dental equipment on the market today. Any hands-on learning procedure can be showcased throughout our education center on three high definition plasma screens, as well as through web cam capabilities for webinars.
The Center has a full service, high end implant and esthetic dental laboratory. In 2008, we have made great strides in taking the laboratory “digital”, with many of the restorations being fabricated by CAD/CAM technologies.
nSequence has a 3D Diagnostic Imaging Center, which uses an i-CAT®, 3D imaging system, offering dental professionals the best treatment planning solutions available on the market today. This imaging system provides dental specialists with the most accurate views of oral and maxillofacial structures, which leads to more successful treatment plans and predictable surgical outcomes. Dentists can send their patients to our Diagnostic Imaging Center with utmost assurance that nSequence will work closely with all clinicians in planning the proper treatment plan for the patient’s case.
http://www.nsequence.com
Mike was raised in Arvada, but Wheat Ridge is now my family’s home. His wife’s name is Bonnie and they have four children: Emma, Betsy, Carissa, and Jared. His family is rounded out by our dog, Macie. His favorite times are spent with loved ones and He never miss a chance to cheer for the Broncos!
Mike love volunteering through my church, especially when Hes able to offer dental services to those in need. Mike donates my time and expertise through Denver Dream Center and provided dental services to Hope House of Colorado, Stout Street Foundation, and Father Woody’s Haven of Hope. He also donate dental hygiene products to local schools and shelters.
Mike followed my grandfather and older brother into dentistry and attended Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska for his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. While in dental school, he spent three months in the Dominican Republic as a student dentist, to provide care to the underserved. After graduation, Mike completed a general practice residency at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Omaha.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Diplomate, American Board of Oral Implantology
Diplomate, International Congress of Oral Implantologists
American Academy of Facial Esthetics
Associate fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry
Master, Misch Implant Institute
American Dental Association
Colorado Dental Association
Metropolitan Denver Dental Society
Mentor, Kois Center of Seattle, WA
Dr. Philip Gordon grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, and has lived here most of his life. He received his bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Missouri in Columbia. His desire to learn about anatomical processes and biological sciences with the exposure to his father’s dental office early in life are what influenced his process to attend dental school. He then attended the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry Dental School where he received his DDS degree. Since then he has received hundreds of hours every year in Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry to stay on the forefront of the latest and greatest dental techniques and advancements.
Dr. Philip Gordon wants to establish great relationships with his patients and give them the best dentistry available. He enjoys all dental procedures, but has particular interests and emphasis in cosmetic smile design, surgical procedures, and implant dentistry. Dr. Gordon and his wife, Lorie, have two young boys, Ben and Jack. They enjoy traveling and spending time with family. Dr. Gordon's commitment to excellence and service is part of what makes our office the best place for cosmetic and general dentistry.
As the US subsidiary of Vatech Inc, Vatech America is committed to providing the industry with innovative dental x-ray imaging solutions while maintaining a primary focus on ultimately enhancing the quality of patient care.
From the world’s first 3-in-1 digital X-ray system to the latest in high resolution, low radiation CBCT devices, Vatech America is the clinician’s preferred vendor for their diagnostic imaging endeavors.
Since undertaking its global expansion four years ago, Vatech has ranked No. 1 in terms of the market share growth in the dental radiography industry in each of 10 counties with branch offices, 2 regional headquarters (Europe and Asia), and over 70 countries with local business partners. A factory in Shanghai, China has been established as an export base with the anticipation of the future growth in the medical equipment market in China.
Currently, Vatech’s market share ranks No. 1 in Taiwan, Singapore and Korea. The company is ranked No. 2 in Germany and Japan, two major medical equipment markets in the world. The commitment to hard work and the dedication of the Vatech family will sustain the business operation over the next 100 years.
Recent business growth, 200 engineers, 500 officers, and hundreds of employees will maintain the mission and become the industry role model with continued dedication in research and development.
http://www.vatechamerica.com
Dental malpractice defense attorney Jeff Tonner. Since 1988, Jeff has limited his practice to helping dentists. He has written two books, Malpractice: What They Don’t Teach You In Dental School, and Ideal Charting For General Dentists.
Jeff lectures here in Arizona and across the nation on risk management, record keeping, and other dental topics.
Jeff has defended over 3,000 dentists before the dental board and hundreds of dental malpractice court actions. He drafts and regularly reviews dental-legal contracts, including office leases, asset purchase agreement and both employee and independent contractor agreements.
He also is involved with dental practice sales and transitions, as a broker for Western Practice Sales.
Jeff founded The Dental Advocate. His Ideal Charting for General Dentists system contains progress-note templates, consent forms, Update & Alert bulletins and other legal aids -- an unprecedented and proactive approach to keeping dentists out of trouble
Jeff graduated from Indiana University in 1977 and DePaul University Law School in 1981, where he was a member of the law review.
http://thedentaladvocate.com
Casey Hayes started with Hayes Handpiece Company in 2003 as the owner of the Kansas City franchise. He then moved to Chicago in 2005 to develop the Chicago market for Hayes corporate and set up a Midwest repair operation and distribution center. As Vice President of Sales, Casey’s responsibilities include sales representative training, franchise education, customer service and territory development, and product education and sales.
http://www.hayeshandpiece.com/
Tom Stratton joined Implant Direct in January of 2013 as the Executive Vice President, Global Sales and Business Development. In December 2013 Tom moved into the role as President. He has 24 years of dental industry experience, and prior to Implant Direct, he was the president of DEKA Laser Technologies Inc. Earlier in his career, Tom was the General Manager at DENTSPLY Implants (formerly DENTSPLY Friadent CeraMed) and Vice President, Global Sales and Marketing at Zimmer Dental (formerly Sulzer Dental). Tom received his bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from the University of St. Thomas.
http://www.implantdirect.com
After graduating from the University of Washington School of Dentistry, Dr August de Oliveira completed a GPR at the VA Sepulveda in Los Angeles where he learned how to place dental implants. Dr de Oliveira has been a CEREC Basic and Advanced trainer since 2004 and lectures nationally for Sirona on Conebeam technology and Guided Surgery. He has beta tested CEREC, Galileos as well as the Opti and CEREC guides. Dr de Oliveira has served as the lead clinician for Implant Direct Sybron and has been involved in the development of Guided Surgery Programs such as Blue Sky Plan, Anatomage, and Cybermed. Dr de Oliveira has authored two implant books, "Implants Made Easy" and "Guided Implantology Made Easy." Dr de Oliveira is a forum moderator for Dentaltown.com's Implantology and Mini Implants sections. He maintains a private practice in Encino, California 4 days a week.
http://digitalenamel.com
Dr. Richard Miron, BMSC, MSc, PhD, DDS, is a Post-Doctoral Researcher in the Department of Periodontology at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He completed his undergraduate degree in Medical Science and a Masters in Cell Biology at the University of Western Ontario in Canada, a PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of Bern, Switzerland and a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Laval, Canada. He has previously performed numerous short stay post-doctoral research fellowships at the University of Wuhan in China in 2011, 2012 and 2014 and has since co-supervised numerous Master and PhD candidates as an external visiting scholar. His main research interests involve enamel matrix proteins for bone and periodontal regeneration, bioactive growth factors, osteoinductive bone grafting materials and guided bone regeneration in implant dentistry. He has recently been awarded many internationally recognized top young investigators awards including the Andre Schroeder Research Prize from the International Team of Implantology (ITI) (2016), the Robert Frank Award for Basic Research in Dentistry (2015), the International Association of Dental Research (IADR) Young investigator of the Year in the field of Implant Dentistry (2015), the Canadian IADR Hatton Award recipient (2015), and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry Young Investigator Grant Award (2014).
The Miron research group focuses on tissue regeneration of both soft and hard tissues found in the intra-oral cavity. Tissue engineering strategies include the regeneration of bone, periodontal ligament, gingiva and cementum by means of bioactive growth factors, bone grafting materials, soft tissue regenerative agents, platelet concentrates, novel barrier membranes and dental implants. The scope of these investigations ranges from in vitro molecular biology to pre-clinical animal studies up to human clinical trials.
Dr. Philip Gordon grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, and has lived here most of his life. He received his bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Missouri in Columbia. His desire to learn about anatomical processes and biological sciences with the exposure to his father’s dental office early in life are what influenced his process to attend dental school. He then attended the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry Dental School where he received his DDS degree. Since then he has received hundreds of hours every year in Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry to stay on the forefront of the latest and greatest dental techniques and advancements.
Dr. Philip Gordon wants to establish great relationships with his patients and give them the best dentistry available. He enjoys all dental procedures, but has particular interests and emphasis in cosmetic smile design, surgical procedures, and implant dentistry. Dr. Gordon and his wife, Lorie, have two young boys, Ben and Jack. They enjoy traveling and spending time with family. Dr. Gordon's commitment to excellence and service is part of what makes our office the best place for cosmetic and general dentistry.
Dr. Daniel Domingue was born and raised in Lafayette, LA. He graduated from St. Thomas More in 1999 and went on to receive his Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and his DDS degree from the LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans.
While spending three years in advanced training at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center in New York City, he served as Chief Resident of the Dental and Oral Surgery Department. His training included one year in Advanced General Dentistry and two years in Dental Implantology.
During these years, he was awarded the Certificate of Achievement from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry for outstanding leadership in Implant Dentistry, a Fellowship from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and an Associate Fellowship of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Domingue was also awarded Diplomate from the American Board of Oral Implantology, the highest award possible for a general dentist practicing implantology. He was also recognized as the youngest recipient of this award in the entire world.
Dr. Domingue was later given a Mastership and Diplomate award from the International Congress of Oral Implantology for his outstanding work in Implant Dentistry. Dr. Domingue is a member of the American Dental Association as well as the Acadiana District Dental Association. He is also an active member of the American Academy of General Dentistry.
After completing his residency program, Dr. Domingue married the love of his life, Megan, in Denver, CO. They decided to move back to Louisiana to settle down, practice dentistry, and raise their family. On August 2nd, 2012, he and Megan were blessed with their first-born baby girl, Elle Ann Domingue.
After practicing for three years in Lake Charles, Dr. Domingue accepted an offer from his uncle, Dr. Smith, to become a partner in his practice. This proved to be a great opportunity for he and his family to move back home as well as to join his uncle’s practice and carry on a tradition established more than 30 years ago.
Dr. Domingue and his wife are excited to be back in Lafayette with family, friends, food, and the rich culture.
Dr. Reznick is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He received his undergraduate biology degree from CAL-Berkeley, dental degree from Tufts University, and his medical degree from the University of Southern California. He did his internship in general surgery at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena and trained in oral and maxillofacial surgery at LA County - USC Medical Center. His clinical interests are in the areas of facial trauma, jaw and oral pathology, CT guided dental implant surgery, sleep disorders medicine, laser surgery and jaw deformities. He also has expertise in the integration of digital photography and 3-D imaging in clinical practice. Dr. Reznick frequently lectures at continuing education meetings, and has published articles in JADA, Journal of the California Dental Association, Oral Surgery-Oral Medicine-Oral Pathology, Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, Dentaltown, CE Digest, CEREC Doctors Magazine, Implant Practice US, CAD/CAM Dentistry and Gastroenterology. His advice and comments are frequently seen in Dentaltown Magazine and on Dentaltown.com. He is an administrator of the Dentaltown message boards and a moderator of the oral and maxillofacial surgery section. He was also one of the first contributors to Dentaltown’s online CE. Dr. Reznick is one of the founders of the website OnlineOralSurgery.com, which educates practicing dentists and dental students in basic and advanced oral surgery techniques. Dr. Reznick is also a consultant to a number of manufacturers and suppliers of dental and surgical instruments and equipment, and is on the editorial advisory boards of a number of dental journals. He is the director of the Southern California Center for Oral and Facial Surgery in Tarzana, California.
http://onlineoralsurgery.com/
Dr. Alfonso Pineyro was born and raised in Up-state New York. He received his training from Rochester Eastman Dental Center with a degree in Prosthodontists. He is trained in complex esthetics/cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Pineyro speaks fluently in Spanish and Italian. He is an avid sports fan, following baseball and soccer. Dr. Pineyro travels around the country teaching other dentists about implant dentistry. He enjoys traveling with his wife and daughter.
Timothy F. Walker, DDS, graduated from Creighton University School of Dentistry in 1985. From 1990-1995, he served as a dental officer in the U.S. Navy. He practiced dentistry privately from 1995-2009. He then had his residency in the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Oral Maxillofacial Radiology (OMR) program and, in 2012, graduated with a certificate in OMR and an M.S. degree. Since 2012, he has held a full-time faculty position at Creighton and also has a private practice in OMR.
Dr. Siamak Abai is a graduate of Harvard University’s Advanced Graduate Education program in Prosthodontics with a master’s degree in oral biology and prosthodontics. He earned his DDS degree from Columbia University, followed by two years of Advanced Education in General Dentistry training. He is the director of clinical research and development at the Glidewell International Technology Center, where he is involved in the advancement of guided implant surgery through an all-digital workflow. Dr. Abai is a lecturer for the UCLA School of Dentistry’s Advanced Prosthodontics residency program, and practices implant, reconstructive and esthetic dentistry in Irvine, California. His research and case presentations have been published in numerous leading dental publications. Contact him at Siamak.Abai@glidewelldental.com.
Bob Salvin is the founder and CEO of Salvin Dental Specialties, Inc, a Charlotte, NC based manufacturer of surgical instrumentation and biomaterials for implant dentistry.
Starting from the trunk of a really bad used car in 1981, he has built a business with global brand recognition, now doing business in over 110 countries. This year, Salvin Dental reached a milestone by acquiring a division of a publicly traded company.
Salvin Dental has been recognized multiple times as a Fast 50 privately held company by Bank of America and Price Waterhouse Coopers, and has been honored numerous times as a Best Place To Work employer. The company is a recipient of the North Carolina Governor’s International Trade Award.
Bob is an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner and a recipient of the Seattle Study Club Charlie English Community Education Award.
Bob’s entrepreneurial story has been featured in a number of publications including a chapter in Jeffrey Gitomer’s Amazon.com and New York Times best selling book, The Sales Bible.
Bob has been married to Susan Salvin, former director of the Presbyterian Children’s Hospital in Charlotte, for 27 years.
Dr. Moody grew up on a ranch just outside Crawford Nebraska where his family has called home for 6 generations. Graduating from Crawford High School in 1989 and attending the University of Nebraska at Lincoln studying Biological Sciences. In 1997 he graduated from the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center college of Dentistry with his doctorate. While in dental school he was awarded the National Disaster Medical System Appreciation letter for his efforts during the Oklahoma City Bombing, the Teledyne Removable Prothedontic outstanding student award, the Oral Pathology outstanding student award and completed a mini residency in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry department.
Learning didn’t stop after graduating from dental school, Dr. Moody knew that incorporating dental implants into his practice was the right thing to do for his patients. He attended the prestigious Misch International Implant Institute where he was awarded a fellowship and mastership. Once a month for a year he flew to Atlanta Georgia to attend the AAID maxi-course residency at the Medical College of Georgia. That education and countless other courses and seminars gave Dr. Moody the knowledge and experience to become one the leading dental implantologists in the United States. He has earned Fellow and Diplomate status in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, Fellow and Associate Fellow status in the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and is one of the youngest Diplomates in the American Board of Oral Implantology/implant dentistry. Dr. Moody is adjunct faculty at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and a Mentor at the Kois Center in Seattle Washington.
Providing quality dental care to rural America is a priority of Dr. Moody's, he is the owner of Horizon West Dental group which has multiple offices in western Nebraska providing state of the art dental care with the latest in technology by some of the most highly trained dentists around. In 2008 Dr. Moody limited his practice to the field of dental implants by opening the first Dental Implant Center in Rapid City South Dakota. Today there are multiple centers in the Midwest providing cutting edge dental implant care to thousands of patients. Understanding how important continuing education is to today's general dentist, Dr. Moody lectures across the country and around the world as well as providing hands on training from his state of the art South Dakota Dental Implant Center in Rapid City South Dakota.
Dr. Moody stays busy in his private practice and training dentists across the country and around the world. His real passion is for his family and friends. Christina, his wife of 20 years has been his biggest fan supporting his dreams and serving as business manager along with raising 2 amazing boys. Aaron is 19and is studying civil engineering at the University of Wyoming while Trent is 15 and already has an eye for business and the golf ball.
Gary Takacs’ passion is helping dentists develop their ideal practice. Specializing in the ‘business of dentistry’, his unique, in-depth knowledge of the components of a successful practice has helped thousands of dental offices thrive in today’s challenging business environment. Gary’s seminars, highly acclaimed audio and videotape programs, and his in-office consulting services have helped many dentists develop a more profitable and enjoyable practice.
A familiar presence on the dental lecture circuit, Gary frequently addresses dentists and team members at national dental meetings, regional seminars, and study club meetings here in the United States and internationally as well. His seminars are designed for the doctor and the entire dental team and are recognized for being both highly educational and entertaining. Attendees often comment that they learned more than they ever imagined and that Gary’s seminar was the most fun they have ever had at a dental meeting!!
Although Gary is not a dentist, he owns a dental practice in partnership with Dr. Paul Nielson. His practice is called LifeSmiles Dental Care and this practice serves as a learning and teaching laboratory for Gary to ‘test’ concepts that he can apply in his teaching.
In addition to maintaining an active speaking schedule, Gary has published over 350 articles on practice management topics in professional publications. His articles have been published in leading journals including Dentistry Today, AGD Impact, Dental Management, Dental Business Today, Dental Update, Dental Economics, Dental Practice & Finance and many state journals.
Gary is also the founder of Ride & Learn, and Race & Learn, perhaps the most unique continuing education programs in dentistry today. Ride and Learn combines Gary’s interests in continuing education and Harley Davidson motorcycles. A number of times each year Gary leads a small group of dentists on Harley Davidson motorcycle tours through some of the most scenic parts of the country. Each evening the group convenes for an evening of stimulating CE in the lodge. The Race and Learn courses are held at the world-famous Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving in Phoenix, Arizona and combine dental courses with high performance driving.
As CEO of Dental Intelligence, Weston oversees the strategic direction of the company and its products. He manages Dental Intelligence’s revenue growth and future expansion plans. He also dedicates a large part of his time to be intimately involved with our clients, the dentists, to fully understand their needs, wants and experience with Dental Intelligence’s products and solutions.
Weston has spent the previous 10 years as the principal partner in Lunsford Peck Certified Public Accountants providing services for medical and dental professionals with nearly 2,000 clients. Weston’s vision and desire to create value has emanated passion throughout the company.
“We are passionate about what we do… We trust in each other and in our abilities to create something special, something unique, and something impactful. We make incredible happen!”
Fred co-founded 1-800-DENTIST in 1986 after a successful career in advertising. Under his leadership, 1-800-DENTIST has matched millions of consumers with the right dentist. A popular speaker on the topic of dental marketing, Fred is the author of two bestsellers, “Becoming Remarkable – Creating a Dental Practice Everyone Talks About,” and “Everything is Marketing: The Ultimate Strategy for Dental Practice Growth.” His blog, GoAskFred.com, is a free resource, where he shares his expertise with the entire dental industry.
Howard Farran, DDS MBA is a noted international lecturer on faster, easier, more efficient dentistry. He has captivated audiences around the world with his innovative, informational and entertaining style. In his seminar entitled, “The Virtues of Profitable Dentistry” he gets down to the nitty gritty details of running a thriving family practice. He can show any dental team how they too can achieve their dreams and goals.
Dr. Farran graduated from UMKC dental school in 1987. He earned his MBA from Arizona State University in 1999. He received his MAGD in 1998. He received his Diplomate in the International College of Oral Implantology in 1998.
Dr. Farran has received wide-range recognition, such as being named Alumni of the Year by the University of Missouri in 1997, Arizona Public Health Dentist of the Year Award in 1995 by the Arizona Office of Dental Health, and the Arizona Award in 1989 from the Arizona State Dental Association for outstanding contributions made to the profession of dentistry efforts to fluoridate the water of Phoenix.
Dr. Farran is the founder and publisher of Dentaltown Magazine, which is mailed to more than 120,000 dentists in 43 countries each month. Dr. Farran is also the founder Hygienetown.com, Orthotown.com and the flagship site, Dentaltown.com where more than 140,000 registered dental professionals share information with each other on a daily basis!
Dr. Farran is the author of several dental practice management articles and multiple video series. His experience ranges from all aspects of practice management, including business planning, operations and finance, to e-commerce business and Internet marketing.
Bruce B. Baird, DDS has been named one of the nation’s most productive dentists. Comprehensive treatment planning, and full-mouth restorative care set him apart in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area. Recognizing his ability to help other dentists to achieve success, Dr. Baird partnered with Vicki McManus, RDH in 2004 to create Productive Dentist Academy. In the wake of the recent economic crisis, Dr. Baird went on to found Comprehensive Finance to provide better options for dentists seeking to extend credit to their patients.