You’ve spotted the signs—wear, scalloping, fragmentation, maybe even a low AHI—but what does that really mean?

When the data doesn’t match the symptoms, how do you move forward?

And how do you integrate airway into full mouth rehab without compromising function, stability, or predictability?

In this episode, Jaz is joined by Dr. Aston Parmar to explore the real-world application of airway dentistry. They discuss how to help patients own their problem, why sleep testing matters, and how airway influences diagnosis, treatment planning, and long-term outcomes.

Protrusive Dental Pearl

Nasal Breathing and Simple Screening

Key Takeaways

Highlights of this episode:

Want to learn more?

Watch part 1 of this episode: PDP262 – Implementing Sleep, Airway and Myo to Restorative Dentistry Part 1

Also, check out Stop Blaming Bruxism with Dr. Sandra Hulac – PDP142

🦷Master Airway Dentistry in Practice
Join Dr. Aston Parmar’s course on 8th May in Cardiff

👉 Book via: www.dentalsleep.co.uk

🦷 Ergonomics Day – Dentistry Without Back Pain!

Join us Saturday, 13th June, Heathrow with Dr. Anikó Ball, world-leading ergonomics expert! Learn proper posture, positioning, and techniques to prevent back problems while practicing dentistry.

💺 Hands-on workshop with a mobile dental chair
📸 Live camera demo on a big screen
💻 Can’t attend in person? Join online with live stream & replay

🎟 Early bird tickets even include a full event video!

👉 Grab your spot now!

#PDPMainEpisodes #CareerDevelopment #OrthoRestorative

This episode is eligible for 1.25 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcome C

AGD Subject Code: 730 – Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology

Aim

To provide dentists with a practical understanding of airway-focused dentistry, including sleep assessment, risk-based treatment planning, and the integration of airway considerations into full mouth rehabilitation.

Dentists will be able to:

What do you actually do once you’ve screened a patient for airway or sleep-disordered breathing?

You suspect sleep apnea—but since we can’t diagnose it as dentists, how does that influence the care you provide?

What do you do with that information, and who should you be working with to help your patient?

And what if you want to implement airway into your practice—but you’re not in the right environment to do so?

In this episode, Dr. Aston Parmar joins Jaz to break down how to implement airway in everyday dentistry. Together, they explore what happens after screening, how it influences treatment planning, and how dentists can work with other professionals to deliver better care.

 Protrusive Dental Pearl

Use the Mallampati Score as a quick chairside airway screen: have the patient open wide and stick out their tongue. Grade 1 = low risk; higher grades indicate greater Sleep-Disordered Breathing risk. 

⚠️ In TMD patients, limited opening can give falsely high scores. 

✅ Always interpret alongside history and full exam.

Key Takeaways

Highlights of this episode:

Want more? Check out Airway Dentistry with Jeff Rouse – PDP229

🦷 Ergonomics Day – Dentistry Without Back Pain!

Join us Saturday, 13th June, Heathrow with Dr. Anikó Ball, world-leading ergonomics expert! Learn proper posture, positioning, and techniques to prevent back problems while practicing dentistry.

💺 Hands-on workshop with a mobile dental chair
📸 Live camera demo on a big screen
💻 Can’t attend in person? Join online with live stream & replay

🎟 Early bird tickets even include a full event video!

👉 Grab your spot now!

#PDPMainEpisodes #CareerDevelopment #OrthoRestorative

This episode is eligible for 1 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcome C

AGD Subject Code: 730 – Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology

Aim: To provide a practical, data-driven framework for identifying airway-related risks, understanding myofunctional therapy, and integrating sleep screening into routine dental assessment.

Dentists will be able to –

2. Understand the role of myofunctional therapy in improving airway function and orthodontic stability.

3. Apply simple chairside screening methods to identify patients who may require further airway assessment.

Are AI receptionists here to take over your practice?

How do they actually work, and what can they do—or not do—for your team?

Could they make life easier for staff without replacing humans, or are they just a gimmick?

In this episode, award-winning dentist and marketing expert Dr. Grant McAree joins Jaz to break down AI receptionists. Together, they explore what an AI receptionist really is, how it integrates with your practice, and the compliance and legal considerations every dentist should know.

They also dive into the bigger picture—who these systems are really for, how patient interactions are managed, and a live demonstration of an AI receptionist in action that shows exactly what it can—and can’t—do for your practice.

Key Takeaways:

YouTube Highlights:

Unlock the future of patient consultations! 🎯

Join my free course and learn how to use smart glasses + flamingo camera to give patients a live guided tour of their mouth—showing cracks, stains, and all the details in real time.

✅ Step-by-step setup

✅ Compatible with all loupes

✅ Tips to maximize patient trust and conversion

✅ PDF guides and tutorials included

DM me FLAMINGO on Instagram or Click Here to enroll before I start charging! Don’t miss out on this wow-factor technology.

Check out RoboReception—an AI receptionist and lead tracker that captures interactions and streamlines practice workflow.

If you want to dive deeper into AI, check out Practical AI for Dentistry – Save Time, Achieve More

#InterferenceCast #BeyondDentistry

This episode is eligible for 0.75 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcomes A

AGD Subject Code: 550 PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN RELATIONS

Aim

To understand the role, capabilities, compliance requirements, and practical integration of AI reception systems in dental practices.

Dentists will be able to –

Can you claim parking expenses as a dentist?

What about a coffee machine for your practice—could that really be deductible?

Or investing in a MSc in Implantology—does that count as a tax write-off?

In this episode, chartered accountant Sebastian Stracey joins Jaz to answer all those “am I naughty if I claim this?” questions that dentists and associates always wonder about. Together, they cover what’s truly deductible, what isn’t, and some surprising exceptions you might not expect.

They also dive into the bigger picture—how principals and associates really compare in terms of income, stress, and responsibility—and Seb shares insights that might change the way you view your career path.

Protrusive Dental Pearl

Check out our free Financial Resilience Webinar Replay on Protrusive Guidance, where Dr. Sunny Sadana and I discuss associate contracts, case acceptance, investing, and fee setting.

Key Takeaways:

Highlight of this episode:

Get expert financial guidance for individuals and businesses with Humphrey & Co—your trusted partners in taxes, planning, and business success

Learn strategies for career security, smart investing, and building wealth—watch Personal Finances for Dentists (IC068)

#PDPMainEpisodes #BeyondDentistry

This episode is eligible for 0.75 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcomes B.

AGD Subject Code: 550 – Practice Management and Human Resources

Aim: To outline common allowable and non-allowable expense claims for dentists and highlight the importance of documentation, communication with accountants, and financial planning.

Dentists will be able to –

Can AI really help you communicate better with patients?

What if you could audit your own consultations and discover which words, pauses, and stories increase treatment acceptance?

Dr. David Amador joins Jaz for a fascinating episode exploring how AI can transform the way we interact with patients. From auditing conversations to radiographic interpretation, they break down practical applications that improve both communication and patient care.

They also discuss how storytelling, patient trust, and ethical use of AI all come together to boost treatment acceptance — showing that AI isn’t here to replace us, but to make us better.

Key Takeaways

Highlight of the episode

AI isn’t the future — it’s your next teammate.

Imagine: while you focus on patient care, AI records your consults, summarizes them, audits your communication, and helps interpret radiographs.

Plaud.ai makes note-taking automatic. Overjet makes diagnostics and patient communication crystal clear.

Check out Midtown Dental Studio — where cutting-edge technology meets genuine care. 

If you found this episode valuable, don’t miss PS015: Communicating Fees, Treatment Plans, and More

#InterferenceCast #CareerDevelopment #Communication

This episode is eligible for 0.75 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcomes A and B

AGD Subject Code: 550 – Practice Management and Human Relations

Aim: To explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to audit communication, enhance storytelling, and improve patient conversion while maintaining patient-centered care.

Dentists will be able to –

What is a prompt, and how do AI models actually work?

Which AI tools should you be using in dentistry?

Is it safe to put patient details into AI—and how can it help you save time and reduce stress?

In this episode, Dr. Daz Kasperek joins to make AI in dentistry tangible, even if you’ve never used it before. Together, we cover the basics: from getting started with prompts and AI models to understanding ethical considerations and practical ways AI can streamline your workflow.

They also explore the bigger picture—how AI can improve efficiency, enhance patient communication, and give clinicians more time to enjoy life outside the clinic.

 Protrusive Dental Pearl: A free AI tool called Dental Disrupt Smile Simulator lets you upload a smile photo and instantly generate a realistic smile makeover simulation for patient discussions. It runs as a custom GPT inside ChatGPT, created by Dr. Jason Lipscomb

Key Takeaways:

Episode Highlights:

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t miss “NEVER Write Notes Again! How I Use AI for Awesome and Efficient Dental Records – PDP181.”

#PDPMainEpisodes #CareerDevelopment 

This episode is eligible for 1 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcomes A and C.

AGD Subject Code: 550 PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN RELATIONS

Aim: To provide dental professionals with a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) in dentistry, including its practical applications, limitations, and ethical considerations, to improve efficiency, patient communication, and clinical workflow.

Dentists will be able to:

Are you struggling to get your resin work looking flawless?

Wondering how to polish your composites so they shine like a pro?

Curious about practical tips you can implement immediately to level up your smile makeovers?

In this episode, Dr. Charles Brandon shares three game-changing secrets for mastering composite resin. From practical techniques you can apply right away to a conceptual tip that will completely transform the way you polish, Charles leaves no stone unturned.

Get ready for an episode packed with actionable advice, insider knowledge, and inspiration from a dentist whose resin work is truly next-level. Whether you’re refining your layering skills or aiming for that perfect finish, this episode is a must-listen.

Protrusive Dental Pearl: Level up your resin veneers with the Perio Bur (code and more info here)— a long diamond bur for the slow-speed 1:1 handpiece that gives unmatched control, crisp shaping, and beautiful texture. If you use only one bur for finishing composite, make it this one.

Check out this  video of Perio bur in Action on a Real Resin Veneer Case → protrusive.co.uk/periobur

Key Takeaways

YouTube Highlights:

Level Up Your Skills

Practice at home with a simple AliExpress setup (~$200) including a 1:5 & 1:1 handpiece plus micromotor.

Take it further with Dr. Charles Brandon’s composite veneer Masterclass and master the full process from design to finish.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out Minimal Preparation Veneers – PDP219.

#PDPMainEpisodes #AdhesiveDentistry #CareerDevelopment

This episode is eligible for 0.75 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcomes  C.

AGD Subject Code: 780 ESTHETICS/COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Aim: To equip dentists with practical techniques, workflows, and mindset strategies for delivering high-quality aesthetic dentistry using composite veneers, from patient communication and trial smiles to layering, polishing, and continuous skill development.

Dentists will be able to –

Cost:
Access to this CE activity is included with an active Protrusive Guidance membership. Current membership pricing is available at www.protrusive.app.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Memberships may be cancelled at any time. Access to CE activities remains active until the end of the current billing cycle. Subscription charges are non-refundable once processed. Full details are available at www.protrusive.app.

Are you a high-earning dentist… living paycheck to paycheck?

Do you ever feel financially stretched – despite earning well?

Are you trapped in dentistry’s “golden handcuffs”?

And what would your life look like if you worked because you wanted to… not because you had to?

In this rare solo episode, Jaz steps away from occlusion and restorative dentistry to talk about something just as important: personal finances and career security for dentists.

After going deep down the money rabbit hole — reading books like Rich Dad Poor Dad, The Simple Path to Wealth, and I Will Teach You To Be Rich — Jaz shares how his upbringing, early career decisions, and financial education shaped his beliefs about wealth, freedom, and dentistry.

This isn’t financial advice.
It’s a mindset shift.

And for many dentists, it might be the most important episode you hear this year.

Your day list reflects your earning power.

The work you do each day quietly sets the limits of what you can earn.

Exams and single-surface composites create one kind of ceiling; comprehensive cases, ortho, rehab, sedation, and complex restorative work create another.

Upskilling changes that ceiling and gives you far more control over your financial future.

Want more mindset shifts like this?
AskJaz — your on-demand dental brain — is built into the Protrusive App.

Key Takeaways

Highlights of This Episode:

00:00 Why talk about money on a dental podcast?
04:12 Perspective and gratitude as dentists
10:45 The 45% paycheck-to-paycheck poll
16:20 Associates vs principals — the reality
22:34 Lifestyle creep explained
27:18 Golden handcuffs in dentistry
31:10 Growing up with financial scarcity
40:02 Investing in yourself early in your career
47:55 Index funds and financial resilience
55:20 The 20% happiness illusion
01:02:18 Defining your rich life
01:08:42 Action steps and reflection

#PersonalFinances 

This episode isnot eligible for CPD/CE points, but never fear, there are hundreds of hours of CPD waiting for you on the Ultimate Education Plan.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out IC022 – Income for Dentists and Jaz’s Top 10 Financial Literacy books inside Protrusive Guidance.

Have you ever wondered how hypnotherapy can help your dental patients?

Can it really reduce anxiety, manage chronic pain, or even stop habits like cheek biting?

How can dentists integrate hypnotherapy into their care without stepping outside their scope of practice?

In this episode, Jaz and Dr. Rita Pais break down how hypnotherapy works, who can benefit, and practical ways dentists can incorporate it into patient care.

They also discuss real patient examples, from dental phobia to awake bruxism, showing how a minimally invasive talking therapy can make a real difference in improving habits, reducing stress, and enhancing overall patient outcomes.

Protrusive Dental Pearl: How to Get Patients to Happily Accept a Mouth Prop – Use confident, directive communication paired with a simple analogy and a swallowing expectation to dramatically improve patient acceptance of mouth props.

Key Takeaways

Youtube Highlights

For dentists looking to refer patients, The Hypnotherapy Directory is one available resource, though it lists all types of hypnotherapy.

For patients or colleagues interested in hypnotherapy referrals or collaboration, check out: Rita Pais Hypnotherapy

If you loved this episode, make sure to watch Hypnotize Your Patients with 3 Quick Techniques – IC015

This episode is eligible for 0.5 CE credit (Self-instruction) via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcomes A and C.

AGD Subject Code: 340 ANESTHESIA AND PAIN MANAGEMENT (Anxiolysis)

Aim: To provide dentists with a practical overview of hypnotherapy applications in dentistry, including cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy (CBH), patient selection, and habit/pain management.

Dentists will be able to –

Cost:
Access to this CE activity is included with an active Protrusive Guidance membership. Current membership pricing is available at www.protrusive.app.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Memberships may be cancelled at any time. Access to CE activities remains active until the end of the current billing cycle. Subscription charges are non-refundable once processed. Full details are available at www.protrusive.app.

After watching this episode, you’ll understand exactly why owning your website matters. And here’s the good news: as a Protrusive community member, you can get 50% off your professional dental website – built specifically for associates who want to stand out.

👉 Claim your exclusive discount: protrusive.co.uk/website

Do you really need your own website as an associate, or is a strong Instagram profile enough? 

How do you build trust with patients before they even meet you? 

And how can you ensure you are visible to the patients who are now using AI tools like ChatGPT to find their next dentist? 

In this episode, digital marketing expert Rick O’Neill joins Jaz to discuss the evolving landscape of dental marketing. Together, they explore the “Zero Moment of Truth” and the 7–11–4 rule, explaining why a website is the only digital asset you truly own in a world of “rented” social media space. 

They also dive into the future of search, covering how to optimize your presence for both Google and AI, and why authentic video content is the ultimate tool for bridging the “belief gap” with prospective patients.

Key Takeaways:

Highlights of this episode:

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Activate your 50% discount and get your professional, patient-facing website up and running.

Check out my website to see what a modern associate website can look like.

Want more on building your dental brand? Don’t miss PDP037: Personal Branding for Dentists – Logos and Websites with Shaz Memon

#InterferenceCast #CareerDevelopment #Communication

This episode is eligible for 0.75 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcomes B and C.

AGD Subject Code: 550 PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN RELATIONS

Aim: To understand the role of personal and practice websites in modern dentistry and how associates and principals can use digital tools to build trust, credibility, and patient engagement.

Dentists will be able to –