“One of the reasons I got involved in dental implant education is that I didn’t want dentists to get discouraged that they would have failures early on in their implant career and then shy away from doing these procedures,” –Joseph Leonetti, DMD, FAAID, DABOI/ID, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon.

As an internationally known teacher and mentor in oral surgery and implant dentistry, Dr. Joseph Leonetti, shares his advice to new dentists looking to become involved in the field. With over 25 years of experience placing implants, one of the biggest pieces of advice he gives is to analyze any deficiencies prior to surgery. It’s very common for new dentists to jump right into surgery before properly studying their case. Often times, this can lead to unhappy patients and the feeling of failure.

Throughout this podcast, you’ll have a better grasp of the best technology for a starting dentist, discover hands-on opportunities to learn about implant dentistry, and realize the importance of finding a mentor in your community. Listen in!

The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual participants and not necessarily that of the AAID.

Links from this Episode:

• To learn more about Dr. Leonetti and his practice, visit https://www.mloms.com.
• To register for the Dental Surgery and Implant Placement Cadaver Workshop, visit https://www.aaid.com/education/Cadaver-Course.html
• To register for Dr. Leonetti’s pig jaw workshop at the AAID Annual Conference visit: https://www.eventscribe.com/2019/AAID-Annual/ 

"We want to make the program very easy to execute with as little spending as possible for the dentists," – Carol Neiger, President and Owner of Neiger Design.

Dental Implant Awareness Month is coming up in September and the AAID has never been more excited to share these personalized resources for your practice and patients to spread the word about implant dentistry. Carol Neiger, President and Owner of Neiger Design, has been working diligently with her team to create customizable materials that AAID dentists can use to bring awareness to their community.

Podcast Host, Dr. Danny Domingue, talks with Carol and her social media assistant, Austin Godwin, on their strategy, how it’s going to help AAID dentists’ SEO, and more ways to get involved in the program. Listen in!

The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual participants and not necessarily that of the AAID.

Links from this Episode:

• To learn more about Carol Neiger and her company visit https://www.neigerdesign.comor contact her directly at [email protected]
• To learn more about the AAID Consumer Site visit http://www.aaid-implant.orgor the AAID LifeSmiles blog at https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog

“When dentists sign up for these hugely expensive, lengthy [marketing] plans…I think it’s a mistake,” Dr. Roger Levin.

For over 30 years, Dr. Roger Levin has been helping dentists increase their practice production and improve their well-being. He is one of the topmost sought-after consultants in the industry and has served over 30,000 dentists worldwide and written over 4,000 practice management articles. As a third-generation general dentist, it’s evident Dr. Levin’s passion for helping other dentists succeed is second-to-none.

In this podcast, Dr. Danny Domingue and Dr. Levin transparently discuss some of the best ways to analyze and market your practice, the best communication vehicles, and how to keep your head game strong. Listen in!

The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual participants and not necessarily that of the AAID.

Links from this Episode:

• To learn more about Dr. Levin and his business, contact him at [email protected] or visit his website at https://levingroup.com/ or call 410-935-4766
• Interested in becoming an Associate Fellow with the AAID, visit: aaid.com/credentials

“I’d love to have part of your brain. You’re like a walking encyclopedia,” – Dr. Danny Domingue.

If you want to learn something new about implants, this podcast is for you. Dr. Danny Domingue and this week’s guest, Dr. Cimara Fortes Ferreira, talk about her extensive knowledge and research in bone regeneration, third dentition, and the treatment of peri-implant diseases. Their conversation ventures into topics like experimental implant technology, custom abutments vs. stock, and the best advice to someone trying to get into implant dentistry.

Dr. Ferreira is an Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee where she spends her time researching, educating, and leading the Implant Center program. She earned her PhD in Periodontology and Implantology from the Federal University of Santa Catarina in Florianopolis. Listen in!

The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual participants and not necessarily that of the AAID.

Links from this Episode:

• To get in touch with Dr. Ferreira, contact her via email at [email protected]
• Interested in becoming an Associate Fellow with the AAID, visit: aaid.com/credentials

“The AAID is an amazing platform that gives you the opportunity to learn both aspects (implant dentistry and prosthodontics) and helps you grow and learn from such great mentors that are always more than willing to clear your doubts, help you with cases, and are always ready to lend a hand when you need it,” Dr. Minaal Verma.

For the first time in AAID history, Dr. Domingue is podcasting with someone internationally…and for good reason. This week’s guest, Dr. Minaal Verma, is one-of-a-kind. Her dental journey began by attending dental school in India, which led to her meeting implant dentistry superstar, Dr. Shankar Iyer at the AAID India MaxiCourse. Dr. Verma realized that prosthodontics and implant dentistry go hand-in-hand so she continued her dental journey by completing dental school a second time at the University of Detroit and then finished prosthodontics school at Rutgers University.

But that isn’t all. Dr. Verma was then introduced to another implant dentistry superstar, Dr. Jaime Lozada, through the rigorous “Advanced Dental Education Program in Implant Dentistry” at Loma Linda University where, together, they conducted and were recognized for their research on Dynamic Navigation.

Listen to this episode to find out where Dr. Verma is headed next, learn about Dynamic Navigation and a breakdown of other technologies, and the best practices to take to become involved in the exciting field of implant dentistry.

The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual participants and not necessarily that of the AAID.

Links from this Episode:

• Interested in contacting Dr. Verma? Connect with her by emailing [email protected]  
• Interested in becoming an Associate Fellow with the AAID, visit: aaid.com/credentials
• Interested in implant-specific education and networking? Join us at the 68th AAID Annual Conference in Las Vegas! https://www.eventscribe.com/2019/AAID-Annual/

“I thought it was a hot topic 10 years ago” – Dr. Erin Elliott

Dr. Erin Elliott, a national speaker and educator on Sleep Apnea, discusses several important facts dentists should know in order to better serve their patients and potentially save lives. According to Dr. Elliott, snoring is not something people should recognize as their “norm.” Yet, 25% of American married couples sleep in separate rooms due to snoring. What’s more, is that dentists can be the first line of defense against Sleep Apnea due to the fact that “oral appliances are effective as first-line therapy in mild to moderate cases.”

Listen to this eye-opening podcast to hear more interesting facts about Sleep Apnea and how you can integrate it within your practice.

Recorded live from the Voices of Dentistry Conference in Phoenix AZ by Dr. Danny Domingue.

Links from this Episode:

• To learn more about Dr. Elliott and her lectures, visit https://3d-dentists.com/
• Information about Dr. Elliott’s practice can be found at https://sleepapneanw.com/
• For more about the AAID visit aaid.com

“You treat people right, you do the right thing. You treat your patients like family and the money will come,” – Dr. Ben Beach.  

We hear it over and over…”Implants are the future.” Dr. Ben Beach and his wife graduated with podcast host, Dr. Danny Domingue, from the LSU Dental School. Dr. Beach has built a practice with six locations and created a team as passionate about helping patients as he is. After designing a top-notch business model and getting his practices to run like a “well-oiled machine,” Dr. Beach realized he wanted to take his career to the next level: Implants.

“If you’re not learning new stuff, you get bored.” Upon hearing his patients’ requests for implants, Dr. Beach dove head-first into implant dentistry and doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon. Listen to this podcast for the best advice for starting in implant dentistry, what makes a group practice successful, and a breakdown of various machinery for placing implants. To learn more about Dr. Beach and his practice, visit https://shreveportbossierdental.com/

Recorded live from the 67th Annual Conference in Dallas, TX by Dr. Danny Domingue.

The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual participants and not necessarily that of the AAID.

There is no right path into implant dentistry. For some, finding ways to get involved with the profession occurs automatically after dental school, while for others, implant dentistry finds them. This is the story of Dr. Chris Barrett a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry from Denver, CO to his current practice in Rapid City, SD. Through the power of social media, handwritten letters, and networking, Dr. Barrett went from not knowing a soul in implant dentistry, to training with some of the biggest leaders in the profession.

Listen to Dr. Barrett’s journey into implant dentistry, how he connected with the key players, and opportunities to fully understand the field.

Recorded live from the 67th Annual Conference in Dallas, TX by Drs. Danny Domingue and Vance Costello.

The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual participants and not necessarily that of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry(AAID).

Links from this Episode:

• To learn more about Dr. Barrett and his practice, visit www.the-dentalimplantcenter.com.
• Interested in becoming an Associate Fellow with the AAID, visit: aaid.com/credentials

"You got your forceps and your generator, and you go out into the jungle and extract like 50 teeth." - Dr. Mike Wehrle.

What started as a missionary work, transformed into an implant treatment and restoration facility in the heart of Mexico. Dr. Wehrle saw the extreme need for dental care in the Mexican community and the need for implantologists to gain more experience and knowledge in patient care. By linking the two obstacles, the Wehrle Implant Immersion Course is able to provide implant treatment at little-to-no cost and attract many well-known dental implant companies and leaders.

Hear what makes this facility so special, why a membership with the AAID is so important, and get ready for a few laughs along the way!

Recorded live from the 67th Annual Conference in Dallas, TX by Dr. Danny Domingue with guest host, Dr. Joel Gonzalez

The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual participants and not necessarily that of the AAID.

Links from this Episode:

• To learn more about Dr. Wehrle and his practice, visit https://wiic.org.
• To contact Dr. Wehrle directly, contact [email protected]
• To contact Dr. Gonzalez directly, contact
• Interested in becoming an Associate Fellow with the AAID, visit: aaid.com/credentials

Focus on Full Arch Solutions continues the tradition of trend-setting, technologically advanced, practical implant education. Register now!

American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) 

Founded in 1951, the Academy is the first professional organization in the world dedicated to implant dentistry. Its membership includes general dentists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, periodontists, prosthodontists and others interested in the field of implant dentistry. As a membership organization, we currently represent over 5,500 dentists worldwide.

Want to be a guest on the podcast? Email us at [email protected].

Subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Podcasts, SoundCloud and, of course, check out our website at www.aaid.com/podcast.

"I think implants are the future…I feel on fire after this lecture and am excited to go back and take what I know”  - Dr. Rebecca Sonick

From traveling to Sweden for implant training, to fleeing Katrina in New Orleans in the middle of finals, to working with medically complex patients, Drs. Michael and Rebecca Sonick (father and daughter) and Dr. Domingue understand what it means to go for your dream. Their journeys into implant dentistry and continually learning new technologies have fueled their passion for the industry.

Listen to the latest episode of the AAID Podcast to hear their stories, be inspired by the digital dentistry trends, and the meaning of human connection in dentistry.

Recorded live from the 67th Annual Conference in Dallas, TX by Dr. Danny Domingue.

The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual participants and not necessarily that of the AAID.

Links from this Episode:

• To learn more about Dr. Sonick and his practice, visit https://www.sonickdmd.com/
• Interested in becoming an Associate Fellow with the AAID, visit: aaid.com/credentials

American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) 

Focus on Full Arch Solutions continues the tradition of trend-setting, technologically advanced, practical implant education. Register now!