
Protrusive Dental Podcast
The Forward Thinking Dental Podcast
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Apr 1, 2024 • 17min
4 Ways and 6 Great Reasons to Document Your Dentistry – IC046
Discover the 4 methods for documenting dentistry, including camera choices and portfolio building. Explore the reasons why documentation is vital, from tracking changes to medico-legal aspects. Learn about the power of documentation in dentistry for patient communication and professional fulfillment.

Mar 25, 2024 • 47min
NEVER Write Notes Again! How I Use AI for Awesome and Efficient Dental Records – PDP181
Discover how AI technology is revolutionizing note-taking in dentistry, with tools like Digital TCO that transcribe your spoken notes efficiently. Learn about 'Jaz Mode,' a beta feature that compiles notes as you speak, offering a glimpse into innovative note-taking methods. The podcast explores the impact of AI on dental record-keeping and the benefits of streamlining processes for better patient care.

Mar 22, 2024 • 44min
Adhesive Dentistry for Beginners – PS002
"How long should I tell my patients their posterior composites will last?" - what a great question from dental student Emma Hutchison!
As part of our new Protrusive Students segment we'll be bringing you monthly episodes packed with valuable insights, tips, and tricks specifically tailored to dental students like Emma.
https://youtu.be/PP1XICgI-lg
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Whether you're navigating clinical rotations, honing your skills in phantom head, or gearing up for those daunting exams, we're here to support you every step of the way. And kicking off this segment, we're diving headfirst into the topic of adhesive dentistry!
Link for further reading regarding the longevity of direct restorations – A retrospective clinical study on longevity of posterior composite and amalgam restorations - PubMed (nih.gov)
The Art of Treatment Planning – The Art of Treatment Planning: Dental and Medical Approaches to the Face and Smile: Amazon.co.uk: Romano, Rafi: 9781850971979: Books
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Highlights of the episode:00:00 Adhesive dentistry03:41 Bonding systems07:00 Self-etch vs. total-etch vs. selective-etch14:38 Post-operative sensitivity16:10 Communicating risk with patients17:42 Polymerisation shrinkage19:38 The snowplow technique21:13 Instruments23:19 Consent25:30 Longevity28:05 Risk factors37:37 The next episode
If you liked this episode, you will also like PDP077 I Can’t Believe This Sticks
Click below for full episode transcript:
Jaz's Introduction: So welcome to Protrusive Students Episode 2. In Episode 1, we introduce you to Emma Hutchison, who's the Protrusive Student. I'll be releasing one episode with her every month to answer questions from a dental student's perspective. And every month, we will release some of her revision notes, which are absolutely epic.
Jaz’s Introduction:I'll check them myself on the Team Brandsim. All of these notes are going to go in the Crush Your Exam section of Protrusive Guidance. Protrusive Guidance, if you're brand new through a podcast is our little family. It's our little home on the internet via the web browser, or even it's native app via Android, iOS.
All dentists and students can join it, but if you want to verify yourself as student, you have to email student@protrusive.co uk. So when you apply to join the network, which is on protrusive.App. Once you apply, you fill in some details, you explain that I'm a student, and then you should email student at protrusive. co. uk with some proof that you're a student.
That way we will add you to our secret space called Protrusive Vault. So as part of your benefit of being a student on Protrusive Network. You had access to a paid space. There's also student clinical videos, which we'll be adding soon, as well as more episodes, just like this one.
Hello, Protruserati. I'm Jaz Gulati. Protrusive Students is part of the Protrusive Dental Podcast. If you are a dental student, don't hoard this, share it with your colleagues. Eventually they're going to find out anyway. So you might as well be the person who shared it with them. I'm hoping that on Protrusive Guidance, we can help you on your journey.
Look, there's almost a thousand dentists so far on Protrusive Guidance, and these are the nicest and geekiest dentists in the world. And by being someone who is a keen learner, who listens to this podcast, right? Not everyone does, right? Only those who self select themselves as a keen learner listens to stuff like this.
And so it's time for you to meet your tribe and start learning and growing together. Now in this episode, which was supposed to be released in February, but life got busy with kids. It's actually Adhesive Dentistry. Questions from Emma Hutchison all around the topic of adhesive dentistry. Like for example, some of the things we're going to cover is the longevity of composites.
This is such a fundamental thing.

Mar 19, 2024 • 43min
Managing Patient Expectations – What We Can Learn from Facial Aesthetics – PDP180
Learn about managing patient expectations in dentistry and facial aesthetics, focusing on communication and consent. Dr. Katherine Bell shares insights on personalized consent, patient education, and minimizing risks. Explore the importance of building trust through communication, balancing natural aesthetics, and addressing patient concerns. Navigate patient expectations by understanding motivations, timing of treatments, and the subjective nature of beauty.

Mar 18, 2024 • 19min
Protrusive Students Launch – PS001
In this episode, we're launching Protrusive Students, a segment dedicated to dental students while offering valuable insights for young and seasoned dentists. This section provides various resources including exam prep materials, clinical videos, and networking opportunities.
A key highlight of this episode is the introduction of Emma Hutchison, a dental student hailing from Glasgow. Emma shares her revision notes and resources aimed at helping students excel in their exams. Together, we're bridging the gap between academic dentistry and clinical practice, fostering a collaborative learning community among dental professionals.
https://youtu.be/Dx6xz1RAnSM
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Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below!
Highlights of this episode:
3:32 Introduction of Emma Hutchison
5:49 Emma Hutchison's Dental Journey and Background
10:54 Collaboration and Protrusive Student Notes
14:19 Protrusive Guidance
Alright, Protrusive Students, listen up! Here's how you can get involved and access exclusive student spaces, including the coveted 'Protrusive Vault', typically a paid feature within our network.
Head over to the protrusive.app on your web browser.
Select the community plan, which is completely free.
Fill out the screening questions to ensure authenticity. We're serious about keeping our community genuine – no bots or impersonators allowed!
When completing the information, simply indicate that you're a dental student.
Now, here's the crucial step:
5. After filling out the form, shoot an email to student@protrusive.co.uk. Attach proof of your student status, such as your student ID card or a university letter. Also, let us know your expected qualification date.
Once we verify your student status, you'll gain access to a wealth of resources and opportunities tailored to support your dental journey. Don't miss out – join the Protrusive Guidance Community today!
If you loved this episode, be sure to check out another episode for students! Occlusion Questions from Students – AJ005
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Jaz's Introduction: This is the launch of Protrusive Students. Now, the intended audience is students, but it's also suitable for young dentists, and even experienced dentists looking to reconnect with the foundations and the basics. Look, I've been doing this podcasting for a little while now, and the focus is always dentists.
Jaz’s Introduction:And when I speak to students, you guys are so keen for the content, you guys love it, but you guys do admit to me that sometimes the level that we're speaking at just goes above your head. So I really wanted to create a space just for students. So it's going to be the PS episodes, the Protrusive Student Episodes.
Now as part of Protrusive Students, I've also created a brand new zone within our network, Protrusive Guidance, just for students. But again, anyone can join if they wish. It's going to have a crush your exam section, student clinical videos, and an opportunity to network and liaise with students all over the world.
As per the values of Protrusive, you probably are the nicest and geekiest students in the world, so we deserve our own little place. Hello Protruserati, I'm Jaz Gulati, and this episode I have the great pleasure of introducing you to THE Protrusive student, Emma Hutchison. Emma's a dental student in Glasgow, and her chief mission is to provide you with revision notes and resources so you can truly crush your exams.
You see, what I've arranged with Emma is for episodes where she gets to ask questions from a student's perspective. When you've been experiencing and practicing for a while, you kind of forget the struggles of when you're learning something for the first time. I think part of the success of Protrusive is that I'm such an avid learner and learning is one of my highest values, so I always try to reconnect with that.

Mar 15, 2024 • 57min
AES 2024 – LIVE from Chicago – Occlusion and Comprehensive Dentistry
Join the dynamic exploration of occlusion and comprehensive dentistry at the AES 2024 Conference in Chicago. Dive into topics like diagnostic records, TMJ imaging, lip aesthetics, occlusion from different perspectives, and insights from dental giants. Get a peek into the challenges and innovations in digital dentistry and stay tuned for engaging interviews and reflections from the event.

Mar 13, 2024 • 47min
The Bioclear Philosophy of Adhesive Dentistry – Part 2 (Anterior) – PDP179
The podcast discusses managing black triangles with composite resin in periodontal patients and bonding to root dentine. They explore the debate between ceramic and composite materials, informed decision-making, heated composite restoration protocols, and Bioclear composite guidelines. They also highlight the importance of proper setup in dentistry procedures.

Mar 7, 2024 • 52min
The Bioclear Philosophy of Adhesive Dentistry – Part 1 (Posterior) – PDP178
Discover the innovative Bioclear system challenging traditional norms in dentistry. Explore the principles of cavity preparation and adhesion with insights from Dr. David Carroll and Diana McKenna. Learn about the unconventional techniques, advantages of the Bioclear approach, and the clinical protocol for posterior teeth.

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Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 33min
The Fast Modelling Technique for Efficient and Esthetic Posterior Composites – PDP177
Discover the innovative 'Espresso' technique for efficient posterior composites with Dr. Ahmed Tadfi. Learn about proper cavity design, matrixing, and composite handling tips. Follow Ahmed's journey and join the mission to save a life. Explore efficient techniques for successful and aesthetic composite restorations in dentistry.

Feb 22, 2024 • 39min
5 Ways to Stop Running Late – PDP176
‘Tell all my patients I’m running 20 minutes late..’ - sound familiar? If so, this episode is for you!
Punctuality goes beyond habit; it reflects our respect for others' time and professionalism. In this episode, we delve into mastering punctuality in dental practice, exploring the balance between patient care and schedule.
Join Nikhil Kanani as he unveils his five actionable strategies for refining workflows, improving communication, and boosting efficiency in your practice.
https://youtu.be/ixkHjJGKGl0
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Highlights of this episode:
05:28 Protrusive Dental Pearl
11:08 Nikhil Kanani Introduction
16:13 Preparation
20:33 Stick to your Time Allocation
25:39 Have a Protocol List
28:39 Work Simultaneously and In Flow with your Nurse
31:33 Use Templates/Pre-written Procedure Protocols
35:58 Learn more from Nikhil Kanani
Join the Nicest and Geekiest Community of Dentists in the World: Protrusive Guidance
If you loved this episode be sure to check out 10 Habits of Highly Successful (and Most Valued) Dentists – PDP042
Click below for full episode transcript:
Jaz's Introduction: I hate running late, like I rarely use that word hate, but I generally hate run late. My wife knows it very well because she sees in me that I am the most anxious. I'm the most worried when I'm running late for something, because for me, when you agree to meet someone or go somewhere for a certain time, it's like a promise that you've made.
Jaz’s Introduction:So in my values, not breaking that promise and being punctual is actually really important. Now, interesting thing that I think maybe Jordan Peterson said, or I read somewhere, was that this isn't like a blanket rule. Like, even with me, if I'm running late, I'm not happy. However, there are some things that I value more than other things.
So, for example, going to a party. Like, if I'm late to a party, I'm chill. I'm okay. Because parties aren't my highest values. Not anymore, they used to be, but that was a long time ago, right? So they're not my highest value. So if I have to do a few tasks or quick do a few emails before I have to go to a party, for example, and I end up running late for that party, it's okay with me.
That can sit okay with me. But if I've agreed to meet a friend at a cafe or some friends at restaurants, then you bet I'll be there on time, maybe even early. Because I value those kinds of encounters and those relationships. Now bringing about dentistry, a long time ago I made an episode called Six Signs That You're A Comprehensive Dentist.
And one of the signs was that you're running late a lot because you're trying to give your patient a lot of value. And you talk to them, and you nurture them and you answer all their questions and give them that little bit extra of yourself. And if that sometimes means you're a few minutes late. I think that's worth it.
But I have got to terms that in operative dentistry, we can sometimes run late and it's okay. You've got to accept that sometimes you underestimate the situation, especially when we have less experience. For example, that caries cavity, which was way bigger than you anticipated, or that extraction where you didn't actually notice that that mesial root had a bit of a curve on it.
So these little things, sometimes we underestimate it. Sometimes what happens is that the air abrasion sand needs changing, and the water needs changing at the same time, and your ID block didn't work,