In this episode , I sit down with one of my greatest mentors, Dr. Rick Roblee – a global authority in esthetic dentistry, advanced orthodontic techniques, and interdisciplinary therapy.

Discover how comprehensive care transforms patient outcomes and why ideal dentistry goes beyond the smile.

About the guest:

After graduating from Baylor College of Dentistry (BCOD), Dr. Roblee quickly became renowned for his work in Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry in Dallas, Texas. In order to be able to give his patients the highest level of comprehensive care, he decided to return to BCOD and study graduate orthodontics. He is now recognized around the globe for his work in esthetic dentistry, orthodontic techniques and interdisciplinary therapy.

He has given more than 500 professional presentations in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, Europe, Australia and Japan on these topics. He is also a leader in several exciting new areas of dentistry including Surgically Facilitated Orthodontic Therapy (SOFT) and Airway Centered Growth and Development. He is the author of numerous publications and videos, including a landmark textbook entitled “Interdisciplinary Dentofacial Therapy: A Comprehensive Approach to Optimal Patient Care” (Quintessence Publishing Co., Inc.).

He is an active member in numerous prestigious dental organizations, including the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics and the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry.  He is a distinguished leader in esthetic dentistry and is a valued member and past President of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, an exclusive organization limited to only 100 worldwide leaders in the field. He is honored to be only the second orthodontist to ever serve in that role.

Dr. Roblee is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a distinction that less than 20% of practicing orthodontists actually receive.  He has served as an associate clinical professor at Baylor College of Dentistry in both the restorative department and the orthodontic department. While maintaining a full-time practice in Fayetteville, Dr. Roblee continues to be instrumental in the development of web-based collaborative software to facilitate his comprehensive approach to healthcare. In creating the first interdisciplinary digital network for clinical records through his company in 1997, TeamLINKS.com, Dr. Roblee provides a vehicle for exceptional patient care through the collaborative value of shared images, treatment planning and patient services.

In addition to “talking teeth” to anyone who will listen, Dr. Roblee is passionate about growing heirloom tomatoes, cheering on the Razorbacks, traveling and spending time with his family. 

Learn more about at:

https://robleeortho.com/

In this episode of Coffee Break with Coachman, Kirk challenges me with the 3 most important questions in dentistry—and I don’t hold back. We explore why I believe the golden age of dentistry is still ahead and how the profession is evolving to focus on prevention, longevity, and systemic health.

Join us as we discuss how the leaders in the field are shaping a better future for dentistry, making it less reactive and more proactive for both professionals and patients.

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https://digitalsmiledesign.com/

About our co-host:

Kirk Behrendt is a renowned consultant and speaker in the dental industry, known for his expertise in helping dentists create better practices and better lives. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Kirk has dedicated his professional life to optimizing dentistry's best systems and practices.
Kirk has been a featured speaker at every major dental meeting in the United States. His company, ACT Dental, has consistently been ranked among the Top Dental Consultants in Dentistry Today's annual rankings for the past ten years. In addition, ACT Dental was named one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States by Inc Magazine, appearing on their Inc 5000 list.
Kirk's motivational skills are widely recognized in the dental industry. Dr. Peter Dawson of The Dawson Academy has referred to Kirk as "THE best motivator I have ever heard." Kirk has also assembled a trusted team of advisor experts who work with dentists to customize individual solutions that meet their unique needs.

Learn more at:

https://www.actdental.com/

In this special episode of Coffee Break with Coachman, part of the live webinars from the highly anticipated Kois & Coachman Course taking place in Miami this March 2025, Christian Coachman sits down with the renowned Dr. Arash Hakhamian!

Dr. Hakhamian, a celebrated cosmetic and implant dentist, CEO of Dentulu, and an innovator in mobile dentistry and Teledentistry, shares his incredible journey—from groundbreaking advancements in dental technology to his inspiring global efforts to bring free dental care to underserved communities.

Dr. Arash gives us an exclusive sneak peek at what he’ll be lecturing and presenting in Miami during the course.

For more information about the course:

Optimizing Clinical Outcomes with Kois&Coachman Miami 20-21 March 2025

https://digitalsmiledesign.com/optimizing-clinical-outcomes-with-kois-coachman

About the guest:

Dr. Arash comes from a family of medical doctors and dentists and as such sees the mouth and oral health as one integral piece of a connected system affecting and working with other parts of the body. The longstanding tradition of community service and philanthropy exemplified by previous generations in his family motivated Dr. Arash to continue his heritage helping better the lives of others through the practice of medicine within the field of dental surgery.

Dr. Hakhamian teaches advanced surgical techniques, dental implants, bone grafting as well as business management and marketing to dentists around the world and is licensed by the State of California as a continuing education provider. He was chosen in 2018 as one of the top 40 dentists under 40 and again in 2019 as the best cosmetic dentist in Los Angeles by LA Magazine. He is currently serving as CEO of Dentulu, a technology company providing mobile dentistry and Teledentistry services.

Learn more at:

https://doctorarash.com/

In this special edition of Coffee Break with Coachman, Dr. Christian Coachman hosts the highly anticipated course featuring the renowned Dr. Dean Kois. Together, they explore strategies to optimize clinical outcomes through precision, expertise, and innovation in dentistry.

Learn from Dr. Kois' exceptional journey—Prosthodontic specialist, international lecturer, and educator at the esteemed Kois Center—as he shares insights on restorative, aesthetic, and implant dentistry.

For more information about the course:

Optimizing Clinical Outcomes with Kois&Coachman Miami 20-21 March 2025

https://digitalsmiledesign.com/optimizing-clinical-outcomes-with-kois-coachman

About the guest:

Dr. Dean E. Kois received his Doctorate in Dental Medicine (DMD) from Nova Southeastern University, College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Kois went on to specialize in Prosthodontics receiving a Certificate in Prosthodontics with a Master’s of Science degree (MSD) from the University of Washington, School of Dentistry, and then completed a 2- year surgical Implant Fellowship (FID) at New York University, College of Dentistry. His memberships to professional organizations includes the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, American College of Prosthodontists, Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics, Washington State Society of Prosthodontists & King County Dental Association. Dr. Kois continues to lecture nationally and internationally as well as publish extensively on various topics in dentistry. He is also currently serving on the editorial advisory boards of the Compendium and Inside Dentistry. He maintains a private practice limited to restorative, aesthetic and implant dentistry in Seattle. In addition, he continues to work with restorative dentists at the Kois Center, a didactic and clinical teaching program.

On this edition of Coffee Break with Coachman, we're diving into the most anticipated course of the year: Optimizing Clinical Outcomes with Kois & Coachman!

Join Dr. Christian Coachman as he hosts an exclusive live webinar with Dr. Marta Revilla-León, a distinguished leader in digital dentistry and key speaker for the course.

Discover why this course is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, featuring the legendary Dr. John Kois on stage with Dr. Coachman—potentially one of Dr. Kois' last appearances!

Dr. Revilla-León, Faculty and Director of Research at the Kois Center, shares insights into her groundbreaking work in digital workflows, 3D printing, AI in dentistry, and much more. Don't miss her expertise and a behind-the-scenes preview of the course.

For more information about the course:

Optimizing Clinical Outcomes with Kois&Coachman Miami 20-21 March 2025

https://digitalsmiledesign.com/optimizing-clinical-outcomes-with-kois-coachman

About the guest:

Dr. Marta Revilla-León serves as Faculty and Director of Research and Digital Dentistry at the Kois

Center. She holds a PhD in Prosthodontics and Digital Dentistry from ACTA University in Amsterdam, an MSD in Prosthodontics from the University of Washington in Seattle, and a Master’s in Esthetic Dentistry from Complutense University of Madrid.

Dr. Revilla-León has authored over 200 peer-reviewed publications in the last 5 years, addressing topics such as facial and intraoral scanning techniques, virtual patient integration, digital implant workflows, advanced 3D printing of polymers, metals, and ceramics, CAD software, and the application of artificial intelligence in dental practice.

In addition to her role at the Kois Center, Dr. Revilla-León is Affiliate Faculty in the Graduate Prosthodontics Programs at both the University of Washington in Seattle and Tufts University in Boston.

Previously, she dedicated 17 years to private practice and served as Assistant Program Director for the General Dentistry Program at Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas.

In this episode, I sit down with my long-time friend, Dr. Miguel Stanley, the visionary founder of the Slow Dentistry Global Network. With members in over 60 countries, this nonprofit organization is revolutionizing patient care by prioritizing safety and experience.

We dive into the importance of Slow Dentistry—something every dentist should be discussing—and explore Dr. Stanley's passion for integrating cutting-edge technology, biological and functional dentistry, and regenerative medicine to transform healthcare.

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About the guest:

Dr. Miguel Stanley is the founder of the Slow Dentistry Global Network, a non-prot organization

Learn more at https://miguelstanley.com/

In this episode of "Coffee Break with Coachman," Dr. Christian Coachman interviews his uncle, Dr. Carlos Coachman, a pioneer in periodontics, temporomandibular dysfunction, and Biological Dentistry.

Dr. Carlos shares his unique approach to oral health, which respects each patient’s individuality by considering internal and environmental factors that impact well-being. Using minimally invasive and non-toxic techniques, he combines laser technology, ozone therapy, and anthroposophic medicine to provide comprehensive care.

Emphasizing patient involvement, Dr. Carlos guides patients on self-care and habit transformation as essential elements for achieving lasting health and quality of life. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on the future of patient-centered, biological dentistry.

Learn more about it:

https://www.odontologiabiologica.com.br/odontologiabiologica

Biological Dentistry Course with Dr Carlos Coachman:

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Join us as we dive into TMD and interdisciplinary collaboration with Dr. Suzie Bergmann, a trailblazing dentist with 30 years of experience in clinical care, consulting, and advocacy for patients with trigeminal neuralgia and TMDs. As one of the first dentists to give a TED Talk on ‘Why is healthcare disjointed?,’ Dr. Bergmann shares insights on the critical role of teamwork in patient care.

About the guest:

Dr. Suzie Bergman is an Adjunct Associate Professor for Pacific Northwest University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Bergman is a Fellow of the TMJ Foundation, a global consortium and online fellowship program for oral and maxillofacial surgeons, where she serves as Selection Chair, Advisor and Honorary Program Faculty. She is also a visiting scholar at Oregon Health Science University in the department of Neurosurgery, where she is a co-investigator in research surrounding the differential diagnosis of Trigeminal Neuralgia and Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD’s). She has 30 years’ experience spanning clinical care, post-doctoral education, consulting, research, and advocacy for patients suffering from TMD’s and chronic overlapping pain conditions (COPC’s). Dr. Bergman is a member of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain (AAOP), the International Association of Dental Research (IADR) and UCSF’s Pain and Addiction Research Center (PARC). She is a tenured instructor for McGann Postgraduate School of Dentistry, where she developed a TMD curriculum entitled “Twenty-First Century TMD Protocols.” She has lectured for numerous medical and dental schools domestically and internationally. Her current consulting focus is around medical, dental, and behavioral health integration. She received her DDS degree from West Virginia University and holds certificates from University of Kentucky and University of Michigan’s Orofacial Pain Shadowing Programs.

Listen to Dr. Suzie’s TED talk:

https://youtu.be/8ybiFvUPwAo?si=OQEHvF4UgveaIJcy

Follow Dr. Suzie:

IG: http://www.instagram.com/drsuzberg

FB: www.facebook.com/suziebergman

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzie-bergman-8a525430/

Sustainability is a hot topic — and this isn't just another trend! Our planet is in crisis, and we have a responsibility to act. To share what you can do as a dentist to reduce your footprint on Earth, I bring along my friend Dr. Markus Tröltzsch, co-founder of Greenviu. Being environmentally friendly isn't about politics — it’s about leaving this shared home in a much better place.

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On this episode of Coffee Break with Coachman, I sit down with my dear friend Dr. Todd Scheyer to dive deep into the future of Collaborative Dentistry and explore what lies beyond—Collaborative Healthcare. Join us as we discuss how working together can revolutionize the way we care for our patients

About the guest:

As a member of the dental team at Perio Health Professionals in Houston since 2001, Dr. E. Todd Scheyer, DDS, MS, enhances smiles, improves wellness and replaces missing teeth.

Dr. Scheyer earned his bachelor’s degree in biology with honors from Arizona State University. He then graduated magna cum laude and received several clinical and research awards from the dental school at the Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr. Scheyer then went on to receive his certificate in Periodontics and Conscious Sedation, along with his master’s degree in biomedical science, from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, where he focused on perio-prosthetic reconstruction and periodontal regeneration.

Dr. Scheyer served on the board of trustees for the American Academy of Periodontology, is the past-president of the Southwest Society of Periodontists, and the Texas Society of Periodontists.

Dr. Scheyer serves as a lecturer for the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston. He has been involved with cancer fundraising and awareness for more than 10 years.

https://www.periohealth.com/meet-the-doctors/dr-scheyer/

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