RIPEGLOBAL Podcast

Special Edition Podcast - Interview with the legendary Dr Peter Dawson 

"Dr Dawson was one of the Founders of the L.D Pankey Foundation and a giant in the global world of dentistry. It was a blessing to get to know him, sitting in his private study and talking with him about the lessons he learnt during his dental journey. It was a privilege for all those who got to know him." 

Tune in to this touching podcast as Dr Michael Melkers speaks with the late great Dr Dawson about his contribution to the world of dentistry.

In this episode, Dr Lincoln Harris is joined by Dr Pawel Paszkiewicz. With a strong interest in digital prosthodontics, Dr Pawel carries out complex procedures in prosthodontics, full-mouth rehabilitations, and minimal-invasive aesthetic dentistry. 

During this podcast, Lincoln and Pawel discuss the integration of technology in dentistry including present and future possibilities. Pawel highlights the benefits the digital control of cases, how to take great imagery without needing the expensive equipment, and how to get the best results from all of the current digital technologies available.  Whilst digitalising dentistry is a constantly occurring, it is important to remember how these advancements will help the patient- whether it makes it faster, more comfortable, less expensive or more repairable. 

Want to hear more? Lincoln Harris and Dr Pawel Paszkiewicz are presenting at the RipeGlobal Midwinter Meeting Online event in June 2020. 

The Midwinter Online event is designed to enhance your skills via fast-paced presentations from world-class dentists. These presentations are specifically planned for young professionals and graduating students to advance the knowledge and ensure you have the confidence to perform a number of more difficult procedures and resolve patient issues with ease. Dr Pawel will be presenting 2 online lectures:

Find out more about Dr Pawel and the Midwinter Online event at https://www.ripeglobal.com/midwinter-2020

In April, Dr Lincoln Harris was joined by Dr Matthew Casey- a general dentist from Townsville, Australia. During the episode, they discuss how they have dealt with slowing down while their businesses are closed, learning from their business failures and how past obstacles have shaped their current business decisions- particularly how unsuccessful decisions were long-term beneficial.

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In this episode, Dr Lincoln Harris is joined by Dr. Ryan Dunlop, owner of Better Life Centre Imaging and Lab, and Better Life Centre- a comprehensive sedation and implant general dentistry practice in Fresno, CA. The conversation deep dives into full arch dentistry, the advancement of technologies in his practice, and how the progression of digital technologies have influenced the efficiency and time spent on each case. He discusses full mouth rehabilitation,  the evolution of his 3D printing and delivering same-day solutions for patients. 

In this podcast, Dr. Michael Melkers is joined by Dr Alain Gagnon, a talented general dentist with a focus on periodontal surgery. Dr Alain shares his personal journey and working in the field of periodontics. Throughout the podcast, Dr Michael and Dr Alain delve into the interesting topics of sharing and receiving feedback, camera setups, the evolution of the process in taking dental pictures, and being inspired by fellow dentists within the industry.

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In this episode, Dr Michael Melkers is joined by Dr Lee Ann Brady. Dr. Lee Ann Brady is a privately practicing dentist and nationally recognized educator, lecturer and author. With an extensive history in leadership, she is currently Director of Education of the Pankey Institute. Dr. Brady has also developed a vast library of online instruction at leeannbrady.com and restorativenation.com. She practices in Glendale Arizona, is a member of the editorial board for the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, Inside Dentistry and Dentaltown Magazine.

During the conversation, Dr Michael and Dr Lee share talk about different topics of technical and non-technical sides of dentistry, dental health, past experiences, teaching, and practicing clinical dentistry. Michael and Lee also share some entertaining stories and personal anecdotes from over the years that helped shape their dentistry paths and how there are no boundaries that can stop you from achieving your goals. 

In this episode, Dr Michael Melkers is joined by Dr Lane Ochi. Dr. Ochi has lectured to national and international audiences on the subject of aesthetic restorative dentistry and occlusion, presented prestigious awards, and maintains a full-time private practice in Beverly Hills with an emphasis on physiologic and aesthetic reconstructive dentistry. His patients include Academy Award winners and some of the most recognized names in the entertainment business. 

During the podcast, Ochi and Melkers dive into the current dental topics that many dentists face in the everyday practice. The conversation covers topics of teaching occlusion, restoration, the truth behind citing research, analog vs digital technologies in the dentist work, and much more.  #ripeglobalpodcast #ripeglobal #drmichaelmelkers #drlaneochi #occlusion #digitaldentistry #dentistry #dentallife #dentist

In this episode, Dr. Lincoln Harris is joined by OHT Katelyn Murray. Katelyn is an Oral Health Therapist with a range of dental experience, from adult restorative to general dental hygiene procedures. Katelyn works with Lincoln at the Harris Dental Boutique and shares experiences in her different roles throughout the years. Their conversation covers a range of topics from working together, the benefits of OHT's and the vital role good dental assistants play in a dental practice. 

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