On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast Dr. Eric Smorch and Dr. Kevin Maeda!  Dr. Eric Smorch grew up in S.E. Michigan, about 30 mins south of downtown Detroit. Family is very important to him, being the 3rd sibling of 4, and having 4 nephews/nieces. He's a diehard sports fan/geek, specifically Detroit teams, and wanted to be professional MLB player as a kid. Having done his Undergrad studies at Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, MI 2014-2018, studying biomedical sciences and Spanish, he then finished dental school 2018-2022 at University of Louisville School of Dentistry.  Dr. Kevin Maeda completed his undergrad at Pepperdine, then graduated from the UCLA School of Dentistry. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, making it a priority on a daily basis to see his baby nephews and a new baby niece who is on the way. Along with enjoying spending time with his fiancé and her family as well, he also enjoys sports, especially talking fantasy football with Dr. Smorch.    In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - Where each went to school and the process of their senior years preparing for a residency program - Their process in selecting Loma Linda for their Residency - Whether or not the doctors ever considered DSO's as an option after graduating - What the rotations are like, what rotation they're on, and what they've done in the past 3 months - Where the doctors see themselves in the future - What the doctors enjoy in their free time   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast Dr. Nazila Bidabadi! As the chief cosmetic dentist at Soft Touch Dentistry, Dr. Bidabadi’s reputation for dental excellence has earned her a position as a clinical instructor at the Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, which she has held now for over a decade. Her cosmetic dentistry expertise has entrusted her to evaluate each Harvard dental student before they can proceed. In addition to being on-staff at Harvard, she was a mentor for the Boston University School of Dentistry. In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - Where Dr. Bidabadi went to school and when she graduated - When she opened her second office - Her experience finding a Dental Hygenist - Teaching at the Harvard University School of Dentistry - The rise in orders of mouth guards - How she adopted new workflows and technology into her practices   Learn more about Dr. Bidabadi and her practice here!   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast Dr. Michael A. Miyasaki! Michael A. Miyasaki, DDS, is a 1987 graduate of USC's School of Dentistry and practices general dentistry in Sacramento, California. He considers his practice a typical family practice and often sees three generations of families. He also lectures internationally on restorative materials and techniques, endodontics, orthodontics, dental lasers, facial aesthetics, occlusion and dental implants. He is the Director of Education for the Pacific Aesthetic Continuum, the Chief Education Officer for the Academy of Minimally Invasive Implantology, the Chief Dental Officer at Vista Apex Dental Materials and consults with many other manufacturers. He enjoys sharing with his colleagues in hopes of improving their professional fulfillment and their patient’s satisfaction. In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - How Dr. Mike first became interested in Dentistry and where he graduated from - His first job out of Dental School - A preview of the upcoming live CE event course: Grow Yourself Into a More Successful Practice — with Dr. Mike Miyasaki - Some of Dr. Mike's favorite materials to use in restorative cases - A case study of patient "Mrs. Jones" - Setting up for the clinical steps of a case like "Mrs. Jones"   Check out the event here and register here!   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast the CEO of Vista Apex Materials, Scott Lamerand! After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse, Scott joined Bisco as a research chemist. At the time, Bisco was a small dental material’s company leading the market in dental adhesives, where he not only was exposed to the science behind restorative dental materials but also the commercialization process and a look into the dental world from the eyes of KOL’s.  Afterwards, he decided to round out his educational background by earning my MBA at Kellogg-Northwestern University.  The diverse experiences Bisco provided allowed him to contribute to future companies in many ways.  After a few years, he found himself utilizing his business and product development skills in a market manager role with P&L responsibility for $120 million.  Things were going well, then the phone rang and Dr. John Kanca asked if he would be interested in starting a company making adhesives.  That was the day Apex was born.  In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - Vista Apex's new line of products - How these products help deliver better dentistry - Common problems with bonding to Zirconia - Sequence of events on how to use products to get a pristine surface for bonding - How Keating uses Vista Apex products in the lab - Upcoming Live events where clinicians have the opportunity to learn about Vista Apex's products from top tier, world-renowned clinicians, Dr. Michael Miyasaki and Dr. John Kanca! Links to events coming soon!   Click to find out more about Vista Apex products and upcoming events!   Dr. Kanca was also on the Dental Up Podcast before! Check out the episode here.   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome back to the podcast Dr. Don Fowkes! Having done over 60,000 restorations with Keating Dental Lab, Dr. Fowkes is back to share his knowledge, expertise, and stories with the Dental Up crowd. Be sure to check out the first time he was on by visiting here! In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - How Dr. Fowkes found Keating Dental Lab, and his method for choosing labs in general - His thought process and decision making when working on cosmetic cases - Choosing materials - Transitioning from CEREC to Carestream - A Case of Two Centrals - For the football fans, Oregon v. Georgia!   You can find out more about Dr. Fowkes and his practice by visiting his Yelp and Facebook pages.   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we have a very special episode celebrating the 60th birthday of Keating Dental Lab's President & CEO, Shaun Keating, CDT as well as the 20 Year Anniversary of Keating Dental Lab! Shaun founded Keating Dental Lab in 2002, one of the biggest dental laboratories in America today. Established to improve industry standards for quality of craftsmanship and customer service, the dream really took off when Dental Town announced Keating Dental Lab as winners for the 'best crown & bridge lab' in the States years ago. Shaun emphasizes attention to detail in all aspects of the business and building positive relationships. This focus has served Keating Dental Lab very well. His lab’s eye for detail, personalized relationships and demand for the highest level of craftsmanship established Keating Dental Lab as a dominant force in the dental industry, developing the Keating Dental Zirconia (KDZ) family of restorative materials. As an established force in the industry, Shaun also prides himself on his devotion to serving his family and his community. He’s served as a Little League and Youth Football coach for years, while sponsoring several local charities. He frequently contributes restorative work to dentists who serve disadvantaged children, battered women, the mentally ill and traumatized. In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - How Shaun got into the field of Dental Technology - Where he went to school and his next jobs after - The summer of 2002: How he decided to start Keating Dental Arts - We're going to the ADA Smilecon 2022 show in Houston, Texas! - What drives and motivates Shaun to continue achieving more - Words of wisdom and how to tap into Keating Dental Lab's fount of knowledge   Give us a call any time at (800) 433 - 9833, and reach out to Shaun directly at ext. 205!   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we recorded onsite at the 2022 AGD Show in Orlando Florida live with Dr. Eric Wong, MAGD! Dr. Wong is a graduate of University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and was in private practice in Sacramento, CA for 20 years.  He is currently a supervising dentist at CSP Solano, where he has worked for 11 years after retiring from private practice.  He is currently the Division Coordinator over Continuing Education and has served on the PACE Council for 6 years, 3 years as the Chairperson. Dr. Wong is also a subject matter expert for DANB’s exam committee. He has served on the California Dental Board as an Expert Examiner, for Dental Licensure, RDAEF-licensure, and RDA licensure.  He provided training for Dental Board staff, as a Dental Consultant.  Dr. Wong has served in the Enforcement division providing Dental Expert testimony and report writing.  Dr. Wong is Past President of the California AGD as well as Sacramento-Sierra AGD. In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - What role Dr. Wong plays for the AGD and his future plans - How he originally got introduced to and started with the AGD - His unique practice! - A typical day in Dr. Wong's unique practice - How Covid affected his practice - His advice to the next generation of dentists entering the field   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we recorded onsite at the 2022 AGD Show in Orlando Florida live with Dr. Merlin P. Ohmer, MAGD! Dr. Ohmer, a native of Thibodaux, LA, graduated from Nicholls State University in 1975 with a bachelor of science degree in chemistry. He then earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1979 from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. After graduation, he spent three years on active duty in the United States Army. After his release from active duty, he practiced in Baton Rouge, LA, and was a member of the Louisiana and Florida National Guard until 1989 when he returned to active duty in the United States Navy Dental Corps as a Lieutenant Commander. He completed a one-year fellowship in oral surgery in 1984 at Naval Dental Center Great Lakes, IL. Dr. Ohmer served his country in the Navy in many assignments worldwide until his military retirement in 2016 as a Captain. Dr. Ohmer owned Dental Doctors of Florida for 6 years until merging his practice with Harbour Dental Care in March of 2022. In his spare time, Dr. Ohmer enjoys spending his free time outdoors; at the beach, hiking, and playing tennis. In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - Dr. Ohmer's time with the AGD; from how he started to his plans for the future with the AGD - How long he has been practicing - Transitioning from the Military to Private Practice - His treatment philosophy - Types of restorations Dr. Ohmer prefers - What advice he has for young dentists starting out in the profession   Learn about Dr. Ohmer and his practice, Harbour Dental Care!   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome Dr. Chethan Chetty! Dr. Chethan Chetty joined the family practice in 2000. He attended Occidental College and earned a Baccalaureate of Science degree in Kinesiology in 1996. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Southern California (USC) Ostrow School of Dentistry in 2000. Dr. Chetty received his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) in 2012, and completed his Masters in the AGD in 2017. Dr. Chetty believes in life-long learning and is committed to his dental community. In 2010, he completed a certificate program in orthodontics from the USDI . In his free time, Dr. Chetty enjoys spending time with his family. He and his wife, Avani, have two sons, Ishaan and Rushil, and a daughter, Diya. Dr. Chetty enjoys being involved in all of their activities. In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - CEREC (PrimeScan) and Medit Scans - Incorporating new technology into the office - Dr. Chetty's role in the AGD - His first introduction to Keating Dental Lab - What it takes to offer cutting edge Digital Dentistry - How family and dentistry drive Dr. Chetty to succeed   If you haven't already, be sure to check out Part 1 of this episode here!   Learn about Dr. Chetty and his practice, Eagle Rock Family Dentistry!   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome Dr. Chethan Chetty! Dr. Chethan Chetty joined the family practice in 2000. He attended Occidental College and earned a Baccalaureate of Science degree in Kinesiology in 1996. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Southern California (USC) Ostrow School of Dentistry in 2000. Dr. Chetty received his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) in 2012, and completed his Masters in the AGD in 2017. Dr. Chetty believes in life-long learning and is committed to his dental community. In 2010, he completed a certificate program in orthodontics from the USDI . In his free time, Dr. Chetty enjoys spending time with his family. He and his wife, Avani, have two sons, Ishaan and Rushil, and a daughter, Diya. Dr. Chetty enjoys being involved in all of their activities. In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - Dr. Chetty's start in dental - What it was like joining the family practice - Changes and the evolution of the practice as he took it over - His passion for Dental CE's - Finding the right person to bring into your own practice - Communication   Find out more on Part 2!   Learn about Dr. Chetty and his practice, Eagle Rock Family Dentistry!   Discover the Dental Up Podcast and subscribe on your favorite listening platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gfHeYc6WHsPfzVdoLQVV9 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dental-up-podcast/id999909601 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-dental-up-28030030/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keatingdental