Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert
Dental Digest Institute & Dr. Melissa Seibert: Dentist
The Dental Digest podcast is a show dedicated to discussing the latest trends, topics, and innovations in the field of dentistry. The podcast was created and is hosted by Dr. Melissa Seibert, a practicing dentist, and features interviews with leading experts in the field of dentistry, including dentists, researchers, educators, and industry professionals.
Topics covered on the show range from clinical techniques and technology to practice management and marketing strategies, with a focus on providing actionable insights and practical advice for dental professionals at all stages of their careers.
The Dental Digest podcast is available on all major podcast platforms and is a valuable resource for dental professionals looking to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices in the field of dentistry.
Topics covered on the show range from clinical techniques and technology to practice management and marketing strategies, with a focus on providing actionable insights and practical advice for dental professionals at all stages of their careers.
The Dental Digest podcast is available on all major podcast platforms and is a valuable resource for dental professionals looking to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices in the field of dentistry.
Episodes
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Feb 12, 2024 • 28min
211. John Timothy Wright DDS, MS - Antimicrobials for Caries Prevention, Biofilm, Diet, Chlorhexidine
Guest Dr. John Timothy Wright discusses antimicrobials for caries prevention, biofilm, diet, and Chlorhexidine. Topics include optimizing oral hygiene regimen with various antimicrobials, exploring fluoride types, and the use of APF fluoride gel in dental treatment.
Feb 6, 2024 • 32min
210. John Timothy Wright DDS, MS - Resin Infiltration and Sealants for Caries Management
Dr. John Timothy Wright discusses caries management, demineralization, and remineralization in restorative dentistry. Topics include resin infiltration, sealants, and the importance of clean margins in dental procedures. The podcast debunks myths about anaerobic bacteria and emphasizes evidence-based practices in dental care.
Jan 31, 2024 • 26min
209. Tal Morr, DMD, MSD - Managing Unhappy Patients & Building Your Reputation
Tal Morr, DMD, MSD, a specialist in aesthetic dentistry, discusses managing unhappy patients in aesthetic restorative dentistry. They explore the benefits of analog dentistry and debunk misconceptions about digital dentistry. They also touch on financing services for dentists, the future of digital dentistry, and materials used in dental restorations.
Jan 23, 2024 • 37min
208. Tal Morr, DMD, MSD - Choosing the Right Dental Lab
Tal Morr, DMD, MSD, specialist in Aesthetic, Implant, and Complex Restorative Dentistry, discusses the advantages of using dental labs and lessons learned in dentistry. He talks about building a strong reputation in the dental industry, challenges in taking over a practice, staying motivated, and the art of interviewing patients.
Jan 15, 2024 • 37min
207. Mark Latta, DMD, MS - Bonding to Old Composite
Dr. Mark Latta discusses the success factors in a clinical situation, advancements in dentistry and composite technology, challenges faced by clinicians in material selection, clinical trial failure, bonding to old composite, and the effects of saliva contamination on dental adhesives.
Jan 8, 2024 • 46min
206. Mark Latta DMD, MS - Universal Adhesives, Etching, How to Read Literature
Mark Latta, a seasoned researcher and former dean of Creighton University School of Dentistry, joins host Dr. Melissa Seibert to discuss the optimization of universal hese and bonding techniques in adhesive dentistry. Topics include the value and limitations of clinical trials and laboratory research in dentistry, the difficulties of comparing bond strength between different labs, achieving adhesion of acrylic-based adhesive systems to enamel, different phosphoric acid conditioning techniques, and the variations between acrylic monomers in composite materials and dentures.
Jan 1, 2024 • 35min
205. Betsy Bakeman, DDS, FAACD - Esthetic Crown Lengthening Masterclass
Dr. Betsy Bakeman, Accredited by the AACD, shares her expertise in esthetic crown lengthening. Topics include achieving symmetry without reflecting a flap, different aesthetic crown lengthening techniques, and the use of blades and the KB1 chisel in the procedure.
Dec 26, 2023 • 33min
204. Betsy Bakeman, DDS, FAACD - Anterior Guidance: Myth or Evidence Based?
Dr. Betsy Bakeman, Accredited by the AACD, discusses responsible aesthetics and risk assessment in dentistry. She explores facial gender treatment planning and lip shape's influence on tooth display. The challenges of matching a single central incisor and the importance of photography in dentistry are also discussed.
Dec 19, 2023 • 52min
203. Bill Strupp, DDS, FAACD - Managing Complex Esthetic Cases
Dr. Bill Strupp, an Accredited Fellow with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, discusses managing complex esthetic cases. Topics include diagnosis and treatment planning, managing speech in restorative cases, determining the vertical dimension of occlusion, and the importance of central relation in full-mouth rehabilitation.
Dec 8, 2023 • 39min
202. Drew McDonald, DDS, MS & Jim Otten, DDS - The Occlusion TMJ Connection
Dr. Drew McDonald and Dr. Jim Otten discuss the importance of charging for diagnostic services in dental practices, the need for dentists to be comfortable discussing money, and the value of providing a higher level of care. They also highlight the importance of holistic care for patients, learning from mistakes, and having an open mind in order to grow.
