Protrusive Dental Podcast

Dr. Joe Bhat and Neel Jeiswal discuss the medico-legal implications of dental implant failures at 6 months post-restoration. They cover topics like patient management, effective communication, collaboration between dentists, and handling upset patients. Insights on implant complications in bruxism patients and the importance of communication and research in dental procedures are also shared.

Jaz is joined by Dhruti Mysore from Plymouth University to discuss themes of student-life balance, 'Just-in-Time' learning for post-graduate development, preventing burnout, the power of a supportive network, and of course, Occlusion and Facebows. The podcast also covers topics like evolving dental techniques, continuous learning in dentistry, career development, balancing work and personal life, and seeking support from online dental communities.

Hear how Aidan went from anxious about exodontia to now feeling confident and enjoying his oral surgery list. https://youtu.be/cYl6zYMsRY8 Watch IC049 on Youtube We cover the themes of career progression, overcoming procedural fears and decision making early in our careers. At the end, Aidan shares a clever way to deliver saline when washing out sockets! Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below! Highlights of this Episode:00:00  Intro 01:47 Imposter Syndrome02:45 Aiden’s Story05:16 Daunting Experiences with Stubborn Canine06:48 How Aiden would approach things now07:33 Dental Pearl - 6 second rule09:56 What happened during COVID?18:08 After the Ipswich post, what happened?25:04 Aiden’s advice for young dentists 29:53 Lesson about photography35:13 Whole tooth extraction vs. sectioning?36:26 Sectioning School39:31 Outro Sterile Saline Pods Check out Sectioning School and the entire collection of masterclasses for just $450 Check out the First Video of Sectioning School for Free: https://youtu.be/mgVXGN_uiyg Case 1 of Sectioning School Occlusion Online Summer Sale - £100 OFF Expires 3rd June Click below for full episode transcript: Jaz's Introduction: Naturally when we qualify as dentists, we're not the most confident in a lot of procedures, especially oral surgery. It's a common theme, and obviously it depends on where you qualified from and how much surgical experience you had, but a common theme is being scared of extractions. Like, I've definitely been through it, I've talked about it a lot in terms of the power of sectioning teeth. [Jaz]But today I speak to a young dentist, Aidan, who went from being scared to now being really confident. And he's still a young dentist, about five years out, and he's found himself in an environment where maybe 50 percent of his diary is extractions. And this is what he wanted. This is what he designed. So listen to this interference cast today to explore Aidan's journey. There's a few little exodontia tips thrown in there and a really cool tip right at the end about how to actually get saline into your socket a really clever way, which I didn't know about, and I think is going to blow your mind. So if you want to hear that tip, you have to go all the way to the end. Hello, Protruserati, I'm Jaz Gulati, and welcome back to an interference cast. This is kind of like the non clinical arm of the podcast, although this is probably one of the most clinical ones that we've done. This one doesn't have premium notes. It doesn't have CPD, but this is a really warm episode when it comes to being inspired about someone's journey and the steps they take and learning about how someone came to a decision. Like I love something that Aidan says that he recognizes that he's not the best at multitasking and he really enjoys the idea of having focus and oral surgery ended up becoming a focus of his and this young dentist is now pursuing an implant masters and how one thing leads to another. So this is a really cool journey to unpack. So I hope you enjoy it. And if you gain something from this episode, don't forget to hit that like button. If you're watching on YouTube, if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, thanks so much for always coming back, really appreciate it. Do make sure you are subscribed so you don't miss an episode. It also helps Protrusive to grow. So I'd really appreciate that. Now let's join the main episode. [Aidan]I feel a bit like an imposter today. I feel like I've not really, I've just done what I've loved and enjoyed, and I've not really felt there's anything particularly that's special about it. [Jaz]I disagree completely. Aidan, I think everyone's got a unique story and you're going to be amazed about how many young dentists will just get some ideas. So, I mean, let's just say we've kicked off . Aidan? Yes. Welcome to the Protrusive Dental Podcast, my friend. How are you? [Aidan]Thanks, Jaz. Yeah,

Class II’s are only easy when they are small (but not too small), supragingival, easily accessible with straight-forward anatomy. In other words, about 1% of the Class IIs we encounter - because the vast majority I see are subgingival, wide, with awkward root concavities and tricky access. I went from using sectional matrices 97% of the time to now just using them 30% of the time - this is thanks to a circumferential matrix I started to use last year which is a game changer. I now do not need to use a wedge in most scenarios (something I used to think was a crime!) and have been using the ‘contact opening technique’. Meet Dr Sunny Sadana, who has brought the Greater Curve system to the UK and taught me a lot about efficiency with direct restorations. We also discuss fee-setting and patient communication - this part of the video is only available for those on our Protrusive Guidance network. https://youtu.be/QF3b8V_29Vw Watch PDP188 on Youtube Protrusive Dental Pearl  Pre-wedging; use this technique before beginning any restorative work on the tooth you are working on, this will allow a greater field of view to work in. It also helps suppress the papilla to get better access to the caries. This can all be achieved by numbing the area first and wedging with adequate enough pressure for there to be separation. It also reduced iatrogenic damage and is also worthwhile considering using a wedge-guard/fender wedge. Check out the DRE Composite Course Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below! Access the CPD quiz through our app on https://www.protrusive.app, either on your browser or by downloading our mobile app. For the full educational experience, our Ultimate Education Plan gives you access to all our courses, webinars, and exclusive monthly content. Join us on Protrusive Guidance, our own platform for dental professionals. No need for Facebook anymore! 😉 If you liked this episode, you will also like PDP104 Back to Back Class II Secrets (Sectional Matrix Troubleshooting) Click below for full episode transcript: Jaz's Introduction: The humble wedge gives us so many benefits when it comes to class II. Like, going back to basics, you put a wedge in for your class II, and it ensures that the matrix is right up against that cavity margin. So, wedging is important. Jaz’s Introduction:The other benefit, of course, is that it gives you some separation. And this helps to accommodate for the actual width of the matrix span, so that once you finish your restoration, you remove the wedge and hopefully the teeth will rebound and you'll have a contact. Another benefit of wedges is actually suppressing or depressing that papilla. It allows you to manage those deeper cavities with much more ease. So as you can see, I'm a fan of wedging and I even invest in all sorts of different types of wedges and those low profile diamond wedges for those trickier and deeper scenarios. So why is this episode on doing your class two restorations without a wedge? Isn't that a little bit crazy? Hello Protruserati, I'm Jaz Gulati and welcome back to your favorite dental podcast. So let me tell you, it was like a paradigm shift. It was a big shift in my thinking when I started to use this technique without a wedge because the wedge has so many benefits, but how many times have you introduced the wedge and seen that your matrix band has completely now moved away from your contact? You have an open contact now. And sometimes a bit like the ring, the wedge can distort your matrix. So if there is a way to do good quality class three restorations and get a contact and get a seal without needing to use a wedge, then that is worth exploring. And that's exactly what we're doing today. My guest, Dr. Sunny Sadana is a major fan of the greater curve matrix band. He's a distributor in the UK. Now, many of you in the States watching, listening to this.

Dr Zohaib Khwaja discusses the semi-indirect technique for toothwear cases, including chairside palatal backings. They also talk about the Dahl technique, restoring worn posterior and anterior teeth, and the benefits of finding centric relation. This episode provides valuable insights for dental professionals looking to enhance their skills in restorative dentistry.

Dental professional Prav Solanki discusses the use of AI in dentistry, highlighting software like LeadFlo, DigitalTCO, and CareStack. They dive into CRM systems, patient communication, treatment planning, and the importance of visual tools like SmileCloud and Pearl AI radiographs. Learn about enhancing patient trust, communication, and management with cutting-edge dental technology.

Dr. Daniel Neves, an Orthodontist, answers tricky orthodontic questions from the Protrusive Community. Topics include root canal timing for Orthodontics, concerns with bisphosphonates, closing diastemas restoratively or orthodontically, TADs for jaw issues, root resorption, recession cases, and more

Dr. Mahrukh Khwaja, a positive psychologist and Dentist, discusses mental health in dentistry, including strategies to avoid burnout and stress. Topics include seeking professional help, reducing suicidal and burnout rates, cognitive reframing, toxic work cultures, and signs to look out for. Emphasizes the importance of daily resilience training and creating a positive team culture.

THIS is the most impactful interview podcast I have published in almost 6 years of podcasting. Do you resent bringing your work home with you (treatment plans, letters, CT scans)? Do you struggle with work-life balance? Do you have days where you feel unfulfilled? The honest advice and mindset from Jorge Andre Cardoso might just change your career and YOUR LIFE. This is the real deal, Protruserati! https://youtu.be/GJExz_vEH2w Watch IC048 on Youtube As Stress Awareness Month continues, we're taking a close look at the challenges dentists encounter, from making clinical choices to achieving work-life harmony.  Protrusive Dental Pearl: Explore Jorge Andre Cardoso's Cementation Guide. This resource allows you to access specific protocols tailored to your needs by simply selecting the type of abutment, retention type, and the cement restorative material you plan to use. Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below! Highlights of this episode: 02:39 Protrusive Dental Pearl 03:41 Catching Up with Jorge Andre Cardoso 05:50 Jorge Andre Cardoso’s Introduction 08:32 Practice Ownership: From Stress to Success in Dentistry 13:17 Balancing Clinical Work and Life 19:38 Education and Work-Life Balance 22:34  Embracing Diversity in Dental Practices 24:19 The Importance of Foundational Knowledge in Dentistry 30:27 Maximizing Practice Efficiency and Personal Fulfillment 37:44 Learning More with Jorge Andre Cardoso For those interested in attending the Conscious Leadership Course this October or November, please act quickly. Visit Soft Bites online to learn more from Andre and Manuela and secure your spot. If you are interested in joining a Protruserati cohort - please indicate your interest in Protrusive Guidance.  Got stress management tips of your own? Share them in the comments! just tell us about what was the most impactful thing that you gained from Andre in this episode. Access the CPD quiz through our app on https://www.protrusive.app, either on your browser or by downloading our mobile app. For the full educational experience, our Ultimate Education Plan gives you access to all our courses, webinars, and exclusive monthly content. Join us on Protrusive Guidance, our own platform for dental professionals. No need for Facebook anymore! 😉 If you love this episode, be sure to watch Dentistry is STRESSFUL with Manuela Rodrigues Click below for full episode transcript: Jaz's Introduction: Protruserati, this might be the most important episode I've ever, ever, ever made. I'm not exaggerating. It is Stress Awareness Month and what me and my guest, Jorge Andre Cardoso, what we cover is just amazing. Mostly him, his brilliance just exudes. And we cover such hard hitting themes that if there was one episode this year of Protrusive that you listen to or watch, make it this one. [Jaz]And please, please, please share it with everyone you care for in dentistry. Because the themes that we cover are things like bringing your work home with you. Do you suffer with that? I have for many years, I still do, out of choice. But for some people, they don't want that. They don't want that to be a feature of them as a dentist. They don't want to have to spend their time treatment planning while their children are waiting. We also talk about the frustrations of there being so many different ways to do things in dentistry. Like you ask one colleague and they give you some advice and then when you ask the second colleague, that's when you've shot yourself in the foot because now you're getting conflicting advice. You are confused and that's stressful. We also cover themes like how much holiday should we be taking and how many days per week should an ideal dentist, how should a day look like, actually choreographing your day to minimize stress. And in my opinion, stress is a funny thing. Like, we know we need it.

In this podcast, Jaz and Emma dissect a routine oral health exam, including dentures, dental composite knowledge, and details of success in dentistry. They discuss what a check-up looks like, personal touch in exams, defining a healthy mouth, and various muscle assessments. Topics include patient history, soft tissue evaluation, periodontal exam, magnification importance, and building confidence in dentistry.