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Dr. Tom Shackleton, Dr. Joel Fransen, and Dr. Richard Mounce discuss surgical versus non surgical retreatment planning considerations in endodontics with a small digression at the end about taking art photos of holiday cocktails. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.

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Dr. Joel Fransen, Dr. Tom Shackleton, and Dr. Rich Mounce discuss the opportunities and challenges of practicing endodontics in a remote location such as Whitehorse in the Yukon Territories. Trading JT and JB for future draft picks is also discussed. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.

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Dr. Joel Fransen, Dr. Tom Shackleton, and Dr. Rich Mounce discuss trigeminal neuralgia (origins, diagnosis, treatment) and an untoward injection causing a significant anxiety attack. Also featured is a short discussion of musical preferences among the host, and the upcoming Christmas concert at Eagle Summit Dental Group in Eagle River, AK. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.

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Dr. Tom Shackleton returns to the podcast along with Dr. Joel Fransen and Dr. Rich Mounce to discuss strategies for optimizing endodontic diagnosis, clinical techniques and patient management. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.

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Dr. Joel Fransen and Dr. Rich Mounce discuss where, how and why to set up an Endo or general dental practice. The conversation touches on practice marketing, scheduling, staff management, patient conversations and financial policies. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.

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Dr, Joel Fransen and Dr. Richard Mounce discuss a host of small tips and clinical tricks that align with basic principles to make endodontics safer and more predictable. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.

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Dr. Joel Fransen and Dr. Rich Mounce describe the deleterious effects of professional burn out, its avoidance, and solutions for keeping at the top of your game. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.

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Dr. Richard Mounce discusses the Do's and Dont's of dental record keeping. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.

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Dr. Rich Mounce discussed the pulpal diagnosis of asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis, pulpal diagnosis, and its importance to the foundation of restorative dentistry. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.

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Dr. Joel Fransen and Dr. Rich Mounce discuss their purchase of lasers answering the why, how and when of their laser use. Included is a brief introduction to the famous English football player Gary Lineker and one hosts loyalty to Tottenham Hotspur football club. 

Hotel Calcification is a clinically oriented endodontic podcast for both the endodontist and the general dentist. Two endodontists and a GP limited to endodontics and orofacial pain talk through techniques, tips, and the subjects that seldom appear in ordinary CE—from access and shaping to surgery, retreatment, and antibiotics. The discussion is free-flowing, often disagreeable by design, and independent of sponsors or commercial agenda. The goal is simple: practical ideas you can use in the operatory the next day, delivered with humor and without pretension.