The Dental Up Podcast

Dr. Donald I. Rothenberg, DMD is our guest this week on the Dental Up Podcast. We sat down with Dr. Rothenberg and talked about his upbringing and initial start in dentistry. We are given insights on the somewhat harsh financial side of dentistry for many young dentists today. We also chat about his preference in using the Bicon Dental Implants and why he recommends them to his patients. In this Episode you’ll hear us talk about: - Dr. Rothenberg’s upbringing and what influenced him to become a dentist. -His insights into the financial side of dentistry. -His experience in starting his practice and how he ended up in Marblehead, MA -Why he enjoys using Bicon Dental Implants   For more information on Dr. Rothenberg please check out his site at https://www.rothenbergdmd.com Check out their Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/MarbleheadDentalImplants/timeline

Dr. David W. Eggleston, DDS is our guest this week on the Dental Up Podcast. We sit down with Dr. Eggleston and chat about his experience on the legal side of Dentistry as a “Dental Specialist”. He explains how legal cases are viewed in the Dental Industry and dives into the process from beginning to end.  We also talk about his 50+ years experience in the Dental Field and his passion for fitness. In this Episode you will learn about: -What encouraged him to pursue a career in dentistry. -What made him get involved on the legal side of Dentistry. -We chat about his almost two full pages of recognition and awards. -Some common mistakes dentists should stop doing. For more information on Dr. Eggleston please check out his website at http://www.eggleston.com/dentists/david-eggleston Check out some of Dr. Eggleston’s Fitness Adventures by checking out his blog athttp://blog.eggleston.com

Dr. Timothy Elloway, DDS is our guest on this very personal episode of the Dental Up Podcast. We talk to Dr. Elloway and get his thought process and first-hand experience on the Paradise Wild Fire Disaster that happened earlier this month. Unlike our other episodes, this episode has no structure, no questions, just a one-on-one conversation between Shaun Keating and Dr. Elloway.   For more information on Dr. Elloway check out his website at https://www.dentistparadiseca.com  

Our guest on this week’s episode of the Dental Up Podcast is Dr. Alan Mead DDS. We sat down with Dr. Mead and chatted about his current project The Voices of Dentistry Podcast Summit. We also discuss his Dental Career and how he balances several projects while practicing full time. We talk about what it took to start this yearly summit, and what VOD will be bringing to the table in early 2019. In this episode you will learn about: -What inspired Dr. Mead to pursue a career in Dentistry. -What it takes to put on an event like VOD. -We chat about his introduction to podcasting.   For more information on The Voices of Dentistry Podcast Summit 2019 click here: https://voicesofdentistry.com To learn more about Dr. Mead and his practice click here: http://meadfamilydental.com

On this week’s episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we have Dr. Thomas Hirsch  DDS stop by and chat with us about  Improving existing Dental Technology and procedures. We talk about what inspired him to create the ISOLITE® Dental Isolation System and the initial struggle of starting a company on the side while practicing Dentistry full-time. In this episode you will learn about: - What inspired Dr. Hirsch at 16 years old to pursue a Dental Career. -What launched ISOLITE® Brand. -His opinion on surgical guides. -His thoughts on outsourcing certain cases. For more information on Dr. Thomas Hirsch check out his practice website https://www.themalibudentist.com For more information on The ISOLITE® Dental Isolation System visit https://www.isolitesystems.com Mention the Dental Up Podcast for a discount Special by clicking the tab down below or calling 855.749.5880 and requesting more information.

On this week’s episode of the Dental Up Podcast we have Dr. Wade Kifer, DDS stop by and chat with us about the value of establishing a practice-lab partnership. He explains why having a solid communication with your dental lab makes the workflow/process a lot easier and efficient. In this episode you will learn: - Why prepping your work and case properly helps the process go by faster. - Choosing the right Dental Lab. - Figuring out what works best for you; Doing everything in house   or working with a Dental Laboratory. -Why he loves working with ISOLITE For more information on Dr. Kifer and his practice feel free to click here: https://www.nwafamilydentist.com

On this week’s episode of the Dental Up Podcast we have the honor of having Dr. Felicia Fontenot, DDS stop by and chat about being the first Mescalero Apache Dentist and how it’s important for her to apply her Public Health Skills to create a wide-scale Oral Healthcare Prevention Programs for Native Communities. In this episode you will learn about: - What motivated Dr.Fontenot to pursue a career in Dentistry. -What it means for her to be the first Mescalero Apache Dentist. - Dr. Fontenot talks more in depth on why it’s important for her to give back to the community that watched her grow.  Learn more about Dr. Felicia Fontenot,DDS by clicking here: http://caih.jhu.edu/training/scholars/dr-felicia-frizzell-dds-mhs Learn more about the Mescalero Apache Tribe by clicking here: https://mescaleroapachetribe.com

On this week’s episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we have Dr. Tiffany DuShane, DMD stop by and chat with us about Restorative Dentistry. We dive deep into what inspired her to follow a Dental Career and why Restorative Dentistry has become her primary focus and passion.  In this episode we talk about: -What inspired Dr. DuShane to pursue a career in Dentistry.  -What was the process of starting her practice with zero initial patients. -What inspired her to choose the name of her current practice. -Her thoughts on the use of new technology in today’s dentistry. -Why Restorative Dentistry has become her main focus. -Final advice for dental students.  For more information on Dr. Tiffany DuShane, DMD and DuShane Dental Arts please visit http://www.dushanedental.com

Our guest on this week’s episode of the Dental Up Podcast is Dr. Derrick J. Hinkle, DDS. He sits down with us and chats about the importance of establishing and maintaining a humble mindset and as a result creating a strong patient connection.  In this episode we talk about: - Dr. Hinkle’s initial influence in pursuing a Dental Career. - How a humble mindset helps establish a stronger patient-dentist connection. -We get to know a little more about his practice and influence in the surrounding communities. Learn more about Dr. Hinkle and his practice by checking out their website at http://hinklefamilydentistry.com/home/4532037  

On this week’s episode of the Dental Up Podcast we have Dr. Angela Ruff, DDS stop by and chat with us about the Importance of Enhancing Patient Care by adapting to new procedures and the latest technology.   In this Episode we talk about: What life event inspired her to change from a pharmaceutical career to a dental career. The Importance of adapting to new technology. Knowing when to buy and when to observe. Her interest in the X-Guide™ Machine For more information on Dr. Angela Ruff, DDS and her practice, feel free to visit her website at: https://www.ascotaesthetics.com