In this episode, Tim and Arash discuss the complexities of clinical dentistry, particularly focusing on the selection of dental crowns and materials. They explore the importance of digital dentistry and CAD-CAM technology, emphasizing how these innovations can make dentistry more enjoyable and efficient. The conversation also delves into the reasons behind the popularity of zirconia crowns and the need for dentists to understand the properties of various materials to make informed decisions in their practice. In this conversation, Arash "Ari" Hosseini and Tim dive into the rise of 3D printing and AI in dentistry, emphasizing how these technologies are revolutionizing workflows and improving patient care.

02:50 - Dr. Arash Hosseini

14:34 - How Games change the 3D Dentistry

21:15 - Leveling up

26:47 - Understanding Dental Materials

34:50 - Tim’s Take on Zirconia and Favorite Material

48:00 - Hybrid in Dentistry

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ariata_dental/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arash-hosseini-b54b67130/

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds

In this engaging conversation, Tim Anderson and Dr. Kevin Fryer discuss the importance of relationships in both personal and professional life, the onboarding process for associates in dental practices, and the role of technology in enhancing dental procedures, particularly in endodontics. They share insights on how Kevin and Tim discuss advanced techniques in single-visit root canal procedures, particularly focusing on crown preparation, root canal cleaning and shaping, and the integration of CAD/CAM technology. They explore the reverse core buildup technique, the efficiency of the Comet EndoPilot system, and the importance of time management in dental practices. The discussion emphasizes the patient experience and how modern technology can enhance efficiency and satisfaction in dental care.

@06:39 - Who Is Kevin?

@14:45 - How Technology Evolves Dentistry and Endo

@29:40 - Handling Tooth Decay

@42:11 - Making Endo Quicker

@52:00 - Patient Experience

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Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/kevinwfryerdds/

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds

In this episode, Dr. Tim Anderson interviews Dr. Adam Holder, a general practitioner who shares his journey of starting a dental practice from scratch. They discuss the challenges faced by new dentists, the importance of finding joy in clinical work, and the evolution of Adam's practice style. Adam and Tim explore the challenges and joys of dentistry, focusing on aesthetic procedures, team leadership, and personal satisfaction. They discuss the importance of identifying what brings joy in practice, the necessity of letting go of certain responsibilities, and the value of taking time off to spend with family. The dialogue emphasizes that success in dentistry can be defined in various ways, and that finding contentment in one's career is essential for overall happiness.

@02:35 - Dr. Adam Holder

@16:06 - Joy in Dentistry's Clinical Aspect

@26:02 - Things Adam Hates Doing in Dentistry

@37:35 - New Year, Continuing Goals (Letting Go of Procedures and Taking Time Off)

@46:42 - It’s OKAY to Be Satisfied

Connect with Dr. Adam Holder/ Carver Dental
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carverdental/

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds

In this episode of the Digital Smile Podcast, Tim interviews Emma Arnold, a dental assistant who has transformed her role within her practice through digital dentistry and smile design. Emma shares her journey from a basic dental assistant to becoming an expert in 3D printing and ExoCAD design. The conversation highlights the importance of team growth, opportunities for learning, and the impact of technology in modern dentistry. Emma discusses the workflow of creating trial smiles and the collaborative process with her dentist, Dr. Alley, emphasizing the significance of mentorship and hands-on experience in developing skills. The episode concludes with a call to action for dental professionals to recognize and nurture the potential within their teams.

1:58 - About the Guest: Emma Arnold

12:43 - Catalyst of Change

19:51 - 3D Printing Career

34:27 - Workflow for Trial Smile

42:17 - Fundamental Design Concepts

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmajustine_/

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds

In this episode, Dr. Tim Anderson shares personal updates and discusses the barriers to integrating technology in dentistry. He reflects on the impact of personal life events, particularly the health challenges faced by a close friend and emphasizes the importance of understanding the cost of technology, overcoming the learning curve, and involving the team in the integration process. Tim advocates for mentorship, community support, and the need to redefine one’s identity beyond being just a dentist.

00:57 Life Update

12:08 Overcoming Barriers in Dentistry

20:44 Embracing Change in Your Career

21:47 The Importance of Delegation

22:08 Overcoming Learning Curves

24:21 Leveraging Free Education

26:18 Involving Your Team in Technology Integration

27:58 Time Management and Delegation

29:41 The Role of Mentorship

33:58 The Power of Digital Technology

37:16 Finding Your True Identity Beyond Dentistry

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds

Hussain Basir, co-founder and chief product officer of Sprintray, shares the journey of how the company started and the evolution of 3D printing in dentistry. The conversation highlights the importance of design in dental technology and the impact of 3D printing on digital workflows. We explore the story of how Sprintray's success is rooted in curiosity, continuous improvement, and a relentless pursuit of making things better.

02:08 - Hossein Bassir (Co-Founder: Sprintray) 3D Journey

16:38 - Branding the Company

20:30 - Imagination to Reality

29:12 - Trying to gain support and experimenting and improving

37:36 - Hardware and 3D Printers

Connect with Hossein Bassir

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hosseinbassir

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds

In this conversation, Dr. Tim Anderson and Dr. Alan Mead discuss the power of magnification in dentistry and the impact it has on clinical skills. They also talk about their shared love for cycling and the benefits of having hobbies outside of dentistry. Dr. Mead shares his experience with owning multiple microscopes and how they enhance his clinical practice. They also touch on the importance of good lighting and the use of cameras in dental microscopy. In this conversation, Alan Mead and Tim discuss the benefits and challenges of using microscopes in dentistry.

@02:11 - Mountain Bike Story

@10:19 - What are our bikes

@17:18 - Microscopes

@28:00 - Polishing

@31:45 - Learning Curve in Microscopes

Connect with Dr. Alan Mead

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/very_dental_podcast

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

Connect with Dr. Tim Anderson

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds

"Loops are great, and I would argue that you can't do dentistry without them." 

Dr. Alan Mead practices at Mead Family Dental in Saginaw, Michigan. A graduate of the University of Minnesota in 1997, he is passionate about podcasting, and dental microscopes. As an aficionado of dental operating microscopes, Dr. Mead believes that powerful magnification and lighting significantly improve his work, especially in hygiene operatories. 

In this episode, Dr. Alan Mead, discusses the importance of magnification and lighting in dentistry. He shares his journey with loupes and magnification, exploring key factors to consider when choosing loupes, such as depth of focus, field of view, and declination angle. The conversation also touches on the rise of ergonomic loupes and their impact on posture and ergonomics. Alan shares his experience with different magnification levels and encourages listeners to go bigger than they might think.

@02:16 Dr. Alan Mead - Magnification Progression

@18:27 Ergonomic Loupes

@22:22 Starting with Loupes

@27:11 Loupes Are Good, Lights Are King

@33:14 Eye-Opening Experience

Connect with Dr. Alan Mead

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/very_dental_podcast

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds

In this episode, Dr. Thomas Welk, an orthodontist, dives into all things aligners. We discuss case selection for clear aligners, including green, yellow, and red light cases. Dr. Welk emphasizes the importance of patient compliance and setting realistic expectations for aligner treatment. Patient selection and good communication are key to achieving successful outcomes with clear aligners. The discussion also covers evaluating ClinCheck and key factors to consider, such as unrealistic movements, attachments, and Bolton discrepancies.

@02:02 Dr. Thomas Welk 

@12:49 Aligners and case selection.

@25:16 Invisalign and ClinCheck.

@32:58 Team workflow.

@44:23 Cases and techniques with aligners.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomwelk

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

Connect with Dr. Tim Anderson

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds

"It’s one of those situations where the anxieties of patients limit our capabilities to provide amazing care. But when you eliminate that barrier for them to say yes, it opens the door for them to get the care they want and need."

Dr. Josh Nagao is a distinguished dentist who earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from The Ohio State University, graduating at the top of his class. With advanced surgical training and a passion for dental surgery, particularly implant placements and complex reconstructions, he serves as a faculty member at Implant Pathways.

In this episode, Dr. Nagao and I emphasize the transformative role of photography in dentistry. He encourages practitioners to see the bigger picture by documenting the full smile instead of focusing solely on individual teeth. Dr. Nagao shares essential tips for improving dental images, highlighting how effective photography enhances communication, treatment planning, and patient education. By capturing comprehensive visuals, dentists can better advocate for their patients and elevate their practice.

@01:43 Dr. Josh Nagao's Journey

@13:34 Continuing Education Programs

@16:08 The Importance of Photography

@32:03 Dental Photography and Team Workflow

@45:33 Beyond Intraoral Photography

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joshuanagao/

About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.