In this episode, Kevin Henry, editor in chief for DrBicuspid.com, speaks with Susan Wingrove, RDH, a dental hygienist with more than 40 years of experience, about the importance of various dental products, particularly Recaldent and MI Paste from GC America. They discuss how these products can benefit dental patients, the significance of matching products to individual patient needs, and the critical role of communication in dental care. Susan emphasizes the importance of understanding product instructions for optimal use and shares insights on how to enhance patient care through effective product recommendations.

In this episode, Kevin Henry interviews Dr. Marc Cooper, who discusses the challenges faced by dentists as they transition into retirement and the pervasive issue of ageism. Dr. Cooper emphasizes the importance of finding purpose after retirement and the role of elders in society. He shares insights from his book, 'Older to Elder,' and encourages listeners to embrace their wisdom and contribute positively to their communities. The conversation highlights the need for a cultural shift in how we view aging and the potential for elders to impact future generations.

Learn more about Dr. Cooper at https://www.requestingwisdom.com/ or https://www.drmarcbcooper.com/

In this episode of the DrBicuspid podcast, editor in chief Kevin Henry interviews Victoria Peterson, co-founder and CEO of the Productive Dentist Academy, at their 20th anniversary conference. They discuss the evolving role of dental assistants, the importance of delegation in dental practices, strategies for attracting and retaining talent, and the overall impact of a supportive team environment on patient care and practice success.

Learn more at https://productivedentist.com

In this episode, Kevin Henry is joined by Tija Hunter, Dana Watson, and Emme Sanders to discuss how dental assistants, office managers, and hygienists can end the year strong in 2024. Tija suggests being intentional about reviewing and improving systems, holding team members accountable, and not dropping the ball. Dana emphasizes the importance of communication between the office manager and the doctor, evaluating the year's progress, and setting goals for the end of the year. Emme advises hygienists to focus on maximizing their hygiene capacity, running unscheduled treatment plans, and creating capacity to serve patients at the end of the year. The episode concludes with a discussion about the upcoming COLLABricon event. Learn more at https://www.collabricon.com

In this DrBicuspid.com podcast episode, Kevin Henry and Rachel Wall discuss the value of dental hygiene and dental hygienists heading into the end of 2024. They address the rising cost of the dental hygiene department and the increasing salaries for dental hygienists. Rachel emphasizes the importance of dental hygienists being aware of and helping patients understand how their oral health affects their overall health. They also discuss the tension between hygienists and dentists, as well as the expanding role of dental assistants in some states. Rachel highlights the need for hygienists to embrace new technologies and stay on top of industry changes to remain relevant.

For more information, visit https://inspiredhygiene.com/

To know more about the upcoming virtual forum, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkd-yhpzsvGtxqDuGl0uMBZ0iXr31zQ9g3#/registration

In this conversation, Kevin Henry interviews Ashley Bond about revenue cycle management (RCM) in dental practices. They discuss the importance of every team member understanding RCM and their role in it. They also emphasize the significance of proper documentation, including detailed clinical notes, and the potential role of AI in assisting with documentation. The conversation highlights the importance of training and collaboration among team members to improve RCM and overall practice efficiency.

Learn more about Ashley at https://www.withwisdom.com/

DrBicuspid listeners can get 50% off their refining fee when they refine with Garfield by using the code DRBPOD-24. Visit www.garfieldrefining.com/drbicuspid to learn more and download your shipping label to get started today.

It's something that is tackled in so many dental practices every week. A patient walks into the practice having seen a perfectly white Hollywood smile wanting to have that kind of smile. However, that patient has periodontal disease and is much more concerned about whiter teeth than bloody gums.

So how do a dentist and the dental team approach this discussion? That's the topic I discussed with Dr. Jossen Gastelum, a cosmetic dentist with a practice in Scottsdale, AZ, on this episode of our podcast.

Connect with Dr. Gastelum on LinkedIn here ... https://www.instagram.com/doctorjossen/?hl=en

In this episode, Dr. Meredith Gantos discusses the importance of digital workflow in dental practices and shares her passion for cosmetic dentistry, digital workflows, and sedation dentistry. She highlights how digital dentistry increases precision, efficiency, and patient satisfaction. Dr. Gantos emphasizes the need to create a team culture that embraces digital technology and motivates team members to grow and learn. She also discusses the importance of investing time in training and calibration sessions to ensure a seamless workflow. Dr. Gantos recommends taking the leap into digital workflow and advises dental professionals to start small and gradually incorporate digital technologies into their practice.

Learn more about Dr. Gantos at https://www.gantosdentalgroup.com

A-dec offers resources and tools to help dentists make informed decisions when purchasing dental equipment, such as the ROI Calculator and information on the total cost of ownership.

Learn more at www.a-dec.com/

In this episode, Kevin Henry interviews Mariya Filipova, a serial intrapreneur and investor in oral-systemic health. They discuss the concept of intrapreneurship and the challenges of driving change and innovation in large organizations. They also explore the potential for growth and investment in the dental industry, particularly in the context of oral systemic health. Mariya highlights the importance of technology in bridging the gap between dentistry and medicine and mentions the Dental Health Awards, which recognize innovators in the dental space.

For more information ...

Apply here: https://www.digitalhealthhub.org/awards/2024/digital-health-awards

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfilipova/

Stay up to date on the latest: https://filipova.health/

Learn more about oral systemic health on Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/people/mariyafilipova/

The Deadline for Dental Health start-ups is August 16, 2024.

In this episode, sponsored by Garfield Refining, Kevin Henry interviews Beth Gaddis, editor in chief at Planet DDS, about the main priorities and trends in the DSO industry. They discuss the importance of technology, specifically AI in dental practices, and how it can improve patient education and treatment planning. They also talk about the role of automation in revenue cycle management and the benefits it brings to dental practices. Other topics covered include the impact of technology on patient communication, the importance of soft skills in team members, and the use of APIs to connect different systems in dental practices.

Right now, DrBicuspid listeners can get 50% off their refining fee when they refine with Garfield by using the code DRBPOD-24. Visit www.garfieldrefining.com/drbicuspid to learn more and download your shipping label to get started today!