AAID Podcast

"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!

After working 14 hours a day as a construction worker, Dr. Vance Costello thought, "I'm going to do something else." Trusting his ability to work with his hands, he entered into hygiene school with his wife. Realizing the need for restorative dentistry, Dr. Costello went back to school to become a dentist. Now a major success story, Dr. Costello runs three practices in Louisiana. As the only dentist in his parish, Dr. Costello works hard to put his patients first and provide the highest quality care.

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. Costello and his practice, visit http://neladental.com/
• To contact Dr. Costello directly, email [email protected]
• Interested in becoming an Associate Fellow with the AAID, visit: aaid.com/credentials

"The future of implant dentistry will transition to bone guided surgery more than prosthetic guided surgery," Dr. Gilbert Tremblay.

Becoming an implant dentist was a no-brainer for AAID Northeast District Trustee, Dr. Gilbert Tremblay. Shortly after completing his studies, Dr. Tremblay started a course in Canada dedicated to dental implants. Then, at his first AAID Annual Conference, Dr. Tremblay took first place in the Table Clinics. That then led to speaking at an AAID meeting…which then led to a Journal of Oral Implantology article. It was a no-brainer to the world that Dr. Tremblay landed right in the field he was always meant to be.

Dr. Domingue uncovers Dr. Tremblay's plan B when troubleshooting, whether or not dentists need to use a bone graft, and his take on zygomas. To see Dr. Tremblay and several other world-class practitioners speak live, be sure to attend the AAID Northeast District Meeting where they "Focus on: Full-Arch Solutions."

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. Tremblay and his practice, visit http://www.cliniquedentairetremblay.com/en/team.html
• Focus on Full-Arch Solutions in Montreal, Canada: click here for more information or to Register
• Looking for Dr. Tremblay's article in the Journal of Oral Implantology, Read it here

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.

"It all started at a poker table when a fella mentioned we could replace three inside partials with endosteal implants. And boy did that set me off," Dr. O. Hilt Tatum.

Dr. O. Hilt Tatum has won almost every award the AAID has to offer and is recognized world-wide for his accomplishments in implant dentistry. Not only has Dr. Tatum solved some of the most complicated dental implant cases, but he has also overcome many near-death experiences. From falling off a horse to multiple heart attacks, Dr. Tatum won't let anything get in the way of his dream to expand the knowledge and education of implant dentistry.

Take a trip down memory-lane as Dr. Danny Domingue and guest-host, Dr. Vance Costello interview the dental implant legend, Dr. O. Hilt Tatum.

Recorded live from the 67th Annual Conference in Dallas, TX.

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. Tatum and his business, visit http://www.tatumsurgical.com/index.php
• To learn more about the San Juan, Puerto Rico AAID MaxiCourse®, visit https://www.aaidmaxicourse.com/maxicourse/puerto-rico-maxicourse/
• Interested in becoming an Associate Fellow with the AAID, visit: aaid.com/credentials

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.