The Dental Handoff

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly is joined LIVE from SmileCon by Dr. Robert L. Skinner! Dr. Skinner describes his experience at SmileCon and explains why everyone in the dental industry should attend an ADA event. 

How to contact Dr. Skinner:

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In this week's Dental Handoff LIVE from SmileCon, Dr. Kelly interviews Dr. Gordon Christensen, who shares his years of experiences and insights for both patients and practices.

Gordon J. Christensen is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Practical Clinical Courses (PCC), Chief Executive Officer of Clinicians Report Foundation (CR), and a Practicing  Prosthodontist in Provo, Utah.  Gordon and Dr. Rella Christensen are co-founders of the non-profit CLINICIANS REPORT  FOUNDATION (previously named CRA). Currently, Dr. Rella Christensen is the Director of  the TRAC Research Division of the CR Foundation. Since 1976, they have conducted  research in all areas of dentistry and published the findings to the profession in the well-known  CRA Newsletter now called CLINICIANS REPORT.  Gordon's degrees include: DDS, University of Southern California; MSD, University of  Washington; PhD, University of Denver; and two honorary doctorates.  Early in his career, Gordon helped initiate the University of Kentucky and University of Colorado  dental schools and taught at the University of Washington.   Currently, he is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Utah, School of Dentistry. Gordon has  presented thousands of hours of continuing education globally, made hundreds of educational  videos used throughout the world, and published widely.   Gordon and Rella's sons are dentists. William is a Prosthodontist, and Michael is a General  Dentist. Their daughter, Carlene is an administrator for a dental distributor company.  He is a member of numerous professional organizations.  

Gordon is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics, a Fellow and Diplomate in the  International Congress of Oral Implantologists, a Fellow and Diplomate in the Academy of  Osseointegration, American College of Dentists, International College of Dentists, American  College of Prosthodontists, Academy of General Dentistry (Hon), Royal College of Surgeons of  England, and an Associate Fellow in the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.  Some of his other memberships include: American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry; International  Association of Dental Research; Academy of LDS Dentists; American Academy of Restorative  Dentistry; American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics; Academy of Operative Dentistry;  International College of Prosthodontists, and other organizations. 

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In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly shares her hour-long LIVE podcast from this year's SmileCon by the American Dental Association! Dr. Kelly shares insights from her years in dentistry and dental hygiene, her time as a podcaster in the dental space, and takes questions from the audience!

Where to Find Dr. Kelly:

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In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly is joined by Dr. Emily Letran is a special interview LIVE from SmileCon! Dr Emily Letran is a serial entrepreneur, CEO of multiple dental practices, and private coach to many professionals. Originally a refugee from Viet Nam, she overcame tremendous challenges to finish her BS at UC Riverside, phi beta kappa, in 3 short years and her DDS/MS degree from UCLA in the same 4 years. As an international speaker, she has been on TEDx , shared stages with countless business leaders, and traveled the world to share her expertise in business and personal growth in North and South America, Europe, Australia, Africa, and Asia. She has been featured on several magazines, Dental Town, The Profitable Dentist, Global Woman, as well as the media, Yahoo!Finance, Forbes, USA Today, and FOX. She is an Amazon Bestseller and contributing writer for several professional publications including Dentistry Today and DentalIQ.

Dr Letran is the Founder of Exceptional Leverage Inc., a global coaching and consulting firm helping healthcare professionals and business owners decrease stress, increase net profits, and create more impact by giving back to their communities.

Dr. Letran is launching 2 TV channels and a magazine, “High Performance Professionals” and “The Magnetic Mom.” She also hosts ACTION To WIN seminars across the country to provide easy access and support in business implementation. Her newest project, ACTION To WIN Academy, is dedicated to fast track business education and management for doctors across all verticals. Her passion is to transform education and elevate the entrepreneurial journey for healthcare professionals.

With all her accomplishments, Dr. Letran’s favorite line of introduction is “The Best Mom In The World.” She is proud to raise a dentist, a pharmacist, and a writer. Dr Letran believes part of our legacy is to raise strong children who will follow our footsteps to create a better, brighter future. Dr. Letran shares her insights from her years in the dental industry in this insightful conversation!

Contact Dr. Amy Letran: www.DrEmilyLetran.com email: [email protected]

Where to Find Dr. Kelly:

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In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly is joined by Erika Spring, RDH!

Erika Spring is a clinical dental hygienist by heart and has served her profession in various roles over the last 30 years. Currently serving Zyris, as their Education Manager she holds education and the future of dentistry as a priority to serve the dental profession. She retains adjunct faculty status at Coastal Carolina Community College, and serves EMS North America as an SDA Trainer for Guided Biofilm Therapy.

In 2020, Erika was instrumental in further implementing GBT into the curriculum to be the first dental hygiene program in the US to adopt this cutting edge technology. Leadership and innovation go hand in hand- her quest for quality patient care, practice performance and practitioner satisfaction stems from surrounding herself with leaders in the dental industry.

Erika is an alumnus of Coastal Carolina Community College, receiving her undergraduate degree and setting the stage for a passionate career in clinical dental hygiene. It was not long before Erika pursued higher education, receiving a Bachelors’ degree in Dental Hygiene, and concluding with a Masters’ Degree in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University.

With an interest in helping dental teams and students dig beyond their clinical skills, she became a certified DISC Behavioral Consultant. Her love for education, innovation and her natural leadership abilities have allowed her to take transformative approaches in her career through clinical patient care, as a full-time educator, and through Spring Innovative, her cultivating consulting platform. Erika’s mission is to educate tomorrow’s hygienists through today’s innovations and help shape the future of dentistry by “Educating Tomorrow’s Hygienist Today!”

In today's discussion, Dr. Kelly and Erika discuss how Erika found her passion for hygiene and utilizing new technologies, and how she helps others in the industry to embrace and incorporate new technologies into their practice.

Where to Find Dr. Kelly:

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In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly goes solo to give the listeners her insights on why it's important to embrace conflicts in your dental team. Conflicts can lead to healthy engagement if approached in the right way, and Dr. Kelly delivers her thoughts from her years of experience as hygienist, dentist and a business owner. 

Click here for the free handout mentioned in the episode.

Where to Find Dr. Kelly:

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In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly is joined by Erika Flateau, RDH!

Erika Flateau, RDH has been a full-time clinical dental hygienist for 20 years.  In this time, she has developed an approach to hygiene care that is relational-based and revolutionary.  She is regarded by dentists as having an unparalleled ability to connect with and engage patients as they discover their pathway to optimal health.  She is effective at confidently educating others in “coaching them up” to a greatest potential!

In this episode, Dr. Kelly and Erika discuss:

- How dental hygiene found Erika after she originally wanted to be a teacher

- Erika's technique that she uses to build trust with new patient

- Her advice to listeners who long to feel rewarded by their profession 

- The value of having the dentist come in to evaluate the findings of the hygnienist 

- Why you need to remember that you’re never going to get the same patient twice

- How to explain new findings to longer term patient 

- and much more!

Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. 

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In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly is joined by her friend and fellow hygienist Chrissy Harlow, RHD!

Chrissy is a seasoned dental hygienist who has a passion for patient education.  She is continuing to work on her personal education journey and is working towards her bachelors in dental hygiene.  She is currently working full time in a private office centered on patient care and helping to grow their Perio program.  In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and dogs, going for runs with friends, and drinking wine.

In this episode, Dr. Kelly and Chrissy discuss:

- Why Chrissy chose dental hygiene 19 years ago after originally wanting to be a pediatrician 

- Why she decided to go back to school with the goal of becoming speaker and consultant and the small steps she’s taking towards that goal everyday

 - Chrissy's advice to those experiencing drama in the office

 - How to build trust when joining a new dental practice

Contact Chrissy: [email protected]

Where to Find Dr. Kelly:

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In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly is joined by Laura Bettencourt and Danielle Avila of Diamond Dental Hygiene Career Coaching! Laura Bettencourt, BSDH, RDH, has more than 14 years of clinical experience in the New England Area. She is a cofounder of Diamond Dental Hygiene Career Coaching. Her expertise is in human connection, relationship building, career development, and team leadership. She has helped create and implement programs such as compliance, hygiene excellence, and periodontal protocols. As a mindset hygiene career coach, she thrives on guiding and empowering her clients to achieve the confidence and clarity they are seeking. She’s passionate about education, mentorship, and bringing a positive attitude to every aspect of life. Contact Laura: [email protected].

Danielle is a practicing hygienist of over 14 years. She has worked in the Greater Boston area in both private and corporate offices. She finds her passion in providing the best possible care to her patients. She loves to stay current with her continuing education and the latest innovations. Danielle is also the Co- Founder of Diamond Dental Hygiene Career Coaching. As a coach she enjoys seeing the transformation in her clients. Helping them to gain confidence and clarity in their careers, allowing them to shine! Contact Danielle: [email protected]

Where to Find Dr. Kelly: Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. 

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In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly is joined by her friend Jonathan Bonnano, the Founder of CULTURA and The Chief Psycho Podcast. Jonathan holds over a decade of healthcare experience working alongside senior leadership teams of reputable Fortune 100 companies and small to midsize start-up businesses in the disciplines of people operations and implementation management. 

Jonathan specializes in Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology and is responsible for designing sustainable solutions in the areas of talent, leadership, and cultural development. Jonathan operates by his commitment to leaving people better than he found them with a vested interest in improving workplace health and culture across all industries. Jonathan earned a B.S. in Business Administration, an M.S. in Management with an emphasis in Business, and is currently attending Grand Canyon University to obtain a Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology (Class of 2023) as an honorable member of Alpha Chi. 

When Jonathan is not working or studying, he enjoys spending quality time with his friends and family. Jonathan holds a strong admiration for technology, design, and architecture. While he did not pursue a career in these direct fields, if you know Jonathan, he will surely bring the style and savviness through every interaction!

In this discussion, Dr. Kelly and Jonathan discuss:

- How Jonathan got into dentistry after starting his career planning to become a plastic surgeon

- Jonathans' First leadership position at the age of 20, and how it allowed him to mature more quickly and fvaluate the type of leader he wanted to be

- Having the self awareness to realize there is a lot that goes on behind the scenes that you don’t know

- What helped make Jonathan the pivot from frustration to being open to learning and improving

- Focusing on where growth opportunities are after achieving mastery in one area

- How to create potential in your teammates even when you might not be seeing it in your own trajectory

- The importance of the “Trust Transfer” aka the Dental Handoff and including the patient in the process

- How his company Cultura helps instill a culture of trust and growth in dental practices

- Leveraging your people to create a competitive advantage

- How to be cool and gracious at the same time when it comes to growing as a leader

- The biggest difference he’s noticed in himself going through his PhD program.

And so much more!

Where to Find Dr. Kelly:

Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. 

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Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.co