Everyday Oral Surgery

Once you learn how to use it properly, the precordial stethoscope is a must-use tool. To help explain why, we are joined by Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Justin Clemow, who shares his personal technique of using the precordial stethoscope and the barriers that may arise when using it for the first time. We also discuss the benefits of using the instrument, how it’s affected Dr. Clemow’s other medical processes, some tips for how to use it correctly and the possible mistakes to be wary of, and a review of the pros and cons of using the precordial stethoscope. To end, Dr. Clemow walks us through his c-sponge preference, and we learn about his favorite books, movies, and television series.         Key Points From This Episode:Welcoming Dr. Justin Clemow as he details his work history and current practice setup. Dr. Clemow’s technique when using the precordial stethoscope. The barriers to getting used to this technique. Exploring the benefits of using the precordial stethoscope. How using the precordial stethoscope has changed Dr. Clemow’s other processes. Tips for making it easier to use the precordial stethoscope, and pitfalls to be wary of. The pros and cons, and why Dr. Clemow always has his precordial stethoscope on him. Why he prefers using the c-sponge. His answers to our rapid-fire questions.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Justin Clemow on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-clemow-a4b0ab78/Dr. Justin Clemow Email — Clemow.justin@gmail.comMetroHealth — https://www.metrohealth.org/Sedation Resource — https://sedationresource.com/The Little Book of Common Sense Investing — https://www.amazon.com/Little-Book-Common-Sense-Investing/dp/1119404509S.W.A.T. — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6111130/Suits — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1632701/Old School — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0302886/Tombstone — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108358/KLS Martin — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/   KLS Martin 35% Discount Code — StuckiFavs Dr. Stucki’s KLS Martin Instrument List & Instruction Video — https://www.klsmartin.com/dr-stucki-instruments Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059 

Dr. Dallen Mill, MD Anesthesiologist discusses the pros and cons of Precedex and Remifentanil, including their effects, side effects, and safe usage. He also explores an innovative non-pharmaceutical approach to calm children before surgery. Dr. Mill shares his professional training, alternative medications, and the value of close case reviews. He mentions the use of KLS Martin instruments for oral surgery and recommends reading books to help pediatric patients during anesthesia. Additionally, he discusses listening to books and playing hockey as strategies to enhance anesthesia skills.

There are many benefits to being a systems-oriented practice, especially since being overly dependent on one specific person can backfire when they are sick or leave. So how can software be the solution to this problem? Back again for another episode, is Dr. Dexter Mattox, a skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeon with a deep passion for using technology to improve patient outcomes. Join the conversation as we dive into the IMVision software, including the four areas of impact for the automated implant coordinator, and Dr. Mattox's insights on ‘The Patient Radar.’ He underlines the value of having software in place in your practices, and how you can implement IMVision in your practice. For more, be sure not to miss out on this episode! Thanks for listening. Key Points From This Episode:What has stood out for Dr. Mattox in the recent episodes of Everyday Oral Surgery (EDOS).He tells us about IMVision software and the drive behind it.The dropped balls of the automated implant coordinator. Dr. Mattox explains the four areas the automated implant coordinator helps with.He explains the process of ordering an implant and the aim of IMVision.The importance of not dropping leads; Dr. Mattox talks about ‘The Patient Radar.’ Being a systems-oriented practice; how the software solves various scheduling issues. How you can figure out if this type of software could work for you and your practice. Dr. Mattox expresses his passion for the use of software in oral surgery. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Dexter Mattox on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/dextermattox/Dr. Dexter Mattox SOMSA —https://www.seoralsurgery.com/meet-us/dexter-mattox-dmd-md/ IMVision — https://imvisiondental.com/ IMVision Implant Manager — https://imvisiondental.com/#:~:text=IMvision%20empowers%20implant%20coordinators%20by,rise%20in%20your%20implant%20numbers Medicine Review: Pulmonary physiology, pathology, and management (with Dr. Andrew Jenzer) — https://www.buzzsprout.com/1404670/14271153-medicine-review-pulmonary-physiology-pathology-and-management-with-dr-andrew-jenzer.mp3 Dr. Stucki's Favorite KLS Martin Instruments — https://www.klsmartin.com/dr-stucki-instruments KLS Martin PROMO CODE: StuckiFavesEveryday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) is dedicated to improving the care of surgical patients as well as safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment. As a surgeon, ACS membership forms an integral part of your profession, and becoming a fellow allows you to draw on an abundance of professional development resources, educational opportunities, and community connections to help you succeed. In today’s episode, Dr. Dan Hawkins, an oral maxillofacial surgeon and assistant professor at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Dentistry, sheds some light on what it takes for single- and dual-degree surgeons to become Fellows of the ACS (FACS) and what the practical benefits are, including continued interdisciplinary collaboration with other surgical specialties. We also discuss the importance of seizing every opportunity to learn and keeping an open mind when deciding whether to go into private practice or academics, plus so much more!Key Points From This Episode:A brief overview of Dan’s training and his current practice setup.What the American College of Surgeons (ACS) is and what is required to become a fellow.Three reasons that Dan joined the ACS and how you can benefit from FACS.Advice for young surgical residents deciding what to do with their careers.Why Dan suggests keeping an open mind about going into academics.Pros and cons of the academic setting for oral maxillofacial surgeons.Recommended reads, daily practices that benefit Dan as a surgeon, his preferred surgical instruments, and more!How being a lifelong learner can be advantageous for your career.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Dentistry — https://dentistry.vcu.edu/Dr. Daniel Hawkins Email — hawkinsdaniel45@gmail.comAmerican College of Surgeons — https://www.facs.org/American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) —  https://www.aaoms.org/Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) — https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-serviceFinancial Freedom Rx: The Physician’s Guide to Achieving Financial Independence — https://financialfreedomrx.org/Yellowstone — https://www.paramountnetwork.com/shows/yellowstoneDr. Stucki's Favorite KLS Martin Instruments — https://www.klsmartin.com/dr-stucki-instrumentsEveryday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Welcome to this special medical review episode of Everyday Oral Surgery. Today, we are joined once again by the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Andrew Jenzer, DDS. Dr. Jenzer is here to walk us through all things related to pulmonary physiology and pathology, and the various methods of management and care. We begin with the basics of pulmonary problems that may arise in patients before moving on to a detailed discussion about the relationship between applied physiology, oxygen, and math. Then, we dive into the world of PFTs, explore common pulmonary disease states, and our guest details what every medical professional needs to know about pulmonary embolisms. Be sure to take notes for this one!Key Points From This Episode:For this special medicine review, we welcome Dr. Andrew Jenzer, DDS back to the show. The basics of pulmonary issues that may arise in patients. A detailed discussion on applied physiology, oxygen, and math. Recommendations for the amount of oxygen that should be delivered via nasal cannula.  Pulmonary function tests; the ins and outs of PFTs.  Exploring common pulmonary disease states, starting with asthma. Defining and treating bronchospasms and laryngospasms. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – what it is and how to handle it. What all medical professionals need to know about pulmonary embolisms. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Save 35% on my favourite instruments - KLS MartinDr. Andrew Jenzer — https://surgery.duke.edu/profile/andrew-clark-jenzer Dr. Andrew Jenzer Email — Andrew.jenzer@gmail.comKLS Martin — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/   KLS Martin 35% Discount Code — StuckiFavs Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059 

In the past 12 to 18 months, there has been an abundance of dental surgery innovations that are bound to be the new base of learning and understanding to carry us forward. One such case is the innovation in dental implant placement on mandibular fibula reconstruction. We are joined today by Daniel Hammer, DDS, FACD, and FACS, to gain a better understanding of what this change means for the future of dental surgery. After Dr. Dan explains why he’s so passionate about oral and maxillofacial surgery, he then details which patients are suitable for dental implants, common surgical challenges and how to overcome them, innovations worth noting from the past 18 months, and his graft-to-implant placement process. We also explore the paradigm shifts that have recently occurred in the industry, how successful mandibular fibula reconstructions generally are, how guided-operations systems will lead us to a better future, and everything you need to know about navigating implant failure.  Key Points From This Episode:A warm welcome to today’s returning guest, Dr. Dan Hammer. Why Dr. Dan is so passionate about oral and maxillofacial surgery.Assessing which patients are suitable for dental implants. Surgical challenges and other things to be aware of in mandibular fibula reconstructions. Recent changes in surgical trends, and current innovations worth noting. The time Dr. Dan takes between the graft and the implant placement. The tissue level of the implants that he uses.  Exploring the success rate of mandibular fibula reconstructions.Navigating implant failure. How Dr. Dan spends his downtime. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Save 35% on my favourite instruments - KLS MartinDr. Dan Hammer on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-hammer-488809167/ Dr. Dan Hammer on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/drdanhammer Dr. Dan Hammer on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/dan.hammer.31  Naval Medical Center San Diego — https://sandiego.tricare.mil/ University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry — https://dental.pacific.edu/dental Uniformed Services University — https://www.usuhs.edu/  ‘Episode 83: Dan Hammer’ — https://www.buzzsprout.com/1404670/9631043-dr-dan-hammer-experience-as-a-single-degree-fellowship-trained-head-and-neck-surgeon-in-the-armed-forces.mp3 The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck — https://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive/dp/0062457713 KLS Martin — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/  KLS Martin 35% Discount Code — StuckiFavs Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email —

Surgeons often do not maximize the benefits of implant reps and are missing out on an incredible opportunity for growth. Today on Everyday Oral Surgery, Ronald Poe of the Straumann Group joins us to discuss how we can better utilize our implant reps. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Ronald’s incredible career, the importance of creating good relationships with your implant reps, how in-office visits build trust, big clients versus small clients, and working with traveling specialists. We even delve into the importance of communication between surgeons and implant reps before Ronald encourages surgeons to be open with their reps and lean on them. Finally, we are reminded that this relationship is mutually beneficial and should be maximized at all times! To hear all this and be inspired to keep a positive mindset, press play now!Key Points From This Episode:Introducing today’s guest, Ronald Poe. A brief overview of Ronald’s current career and previous bodybuilding career. The benefits of cold plunging and why Ronald loves it. How to create good relationships with implant reps as a dental surgeon. Why Ronald does lots of in-office visits and the importance of building trust with reps. How he handles a lack of referrals from surgeons. The big corporate clients Ronald works with and how that differs from smaller clients. How an implant rep can help traveling specialists. The importance of constant communication between surgeon and implant rep. Why Ronald wants surgeons to be open with and lean on their reps. Our guest answers our rapid-fire questions and shares some advice about mindset. Quotes:“There’s a lot of value [implant reps] can bring to the table if we can partner up.” — Ronald Poe [0:09:34]“At Straumann, we have so many tools for practice growth.” — Ronald Poe [0:12:21]“There are so many different things that a rep can actually help a practice with.” — Ronald Poe [0:27:13]Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Save 35% on my favourite instruments - KLS MartinRonald Poe on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-poe-35876344/Ronald Poe on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/ronaldepoe/Ronald Poe Email Address — ronald.poe@straumann.comRonald Poe Phone — 901 286 7161Straumann Group — https://www.straumann.com/group/za/en/home.htmlKLS Martin Stucki Faves List —KLS Martin Discount Code — StuckiFavs Email KLS Martin — usa@klsmartin.comKLS Martin — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/The Infinite Game — https://www.amazon.com/Infinite-Game-Simon-Sinek/dp/073521350XBetter Call Saul — https://www.netflix.com/title/80021955Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Sur

Burning Mouth Syndrome is not a strictly surgical topic, but it’s something practitioners will often deal with. During this episode, Dr. Hayley Vatcher returns to the podcast to share her insights on this complex diagnosis and how best to treat it. Tune in as Dr. Vatcher draws on her years of experience to offer guidelines on identifying when patients are struggling with this condition and advising them on how to manage it. Starting with more conservative approaches, we explore different methods of dealing with Burning Mouth and reducing the symptoms, including nutritional and supplementary care, topical solutions, and more. Dr. Vatcher also breaks down key research into causes, management, and more. Thanks for listening in! Key Points From This Episode:Welcome to Oral Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hayley Vatcher.Defining Burning Mouth Syndrome, also referred to as Complex Oral Sensitivity Disorder (COSD).Neuropathic aspects of Burning Mouth Syndrome.How it is managed without surgery.Why Burning Mouth Syndrome is a diagnosis of exclusion.Ruling out the possibility of a vitamin deficiency instead of COSD.Why something that soothes an ordinary mouth will burn someone with COSD.The patient experiences of burning sensations elsewhere on the body or the skin.Treatment options for patients suffering with this condition.Why practitioners regularly start with a more conservative approach to treatment.Optimizing vitamin intake as a supplementary treatment. Noting that the symptoms are not visible to the eye within the mouth. Why the condition is most common in post-menopausal women. The possibility of whether other medicines can cause Burning Mouth. What has led to the lack of surgical intervention for this condition.Historical data that has shown a Vitamin B Complex to reduce symptoms.Research into different nutritional solutions. Why many of these patients have often already seen three to four other practitioners.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Save 35% on my favourite instruments - KLS MartinKLS Martin — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/KLS Martin Promo Code — StuckiFavsKLS Martin Email — usa@klsmartin.comDr. Hayley Vatcher on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/hvatcher/Dr. Hayley Vatcher Email — drvatcher@coafs.comAcademy of Orofacial Pain — https://aaop.org/Burning Mouth Syndrome: A Review and Update — https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jop.12101American Academy of Oral Medicine — https://www.aaom.com/Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Returning for another insightful episode, Dr. Ben Hechler is here to delve into the intricacies of throat packs, addressing the when, why, and how.  Join the conversation as we explore the various scenarios where a throat pack is warranted, when it's advisable to refrain from using them, and how to approach using throat packs in the different levels of anesthesia and sedation. We then dive into a discussion on the various techniques for doing throat packs, and hear our thoughts on navigating patients or patient groups who are high-risk or have severe gag reflexes. Tune in for a deep dive into throat packs with Dr. Ben Hechler.Key Points From This Episode:His thoughts on the topic of throat packs.Categories in which you would use throat packs.He explains what a definitive airway is.When he would not use throat packs. Throat packs for local anesthesia and sedation.We discuss the various techniques for doing throat packs.Our thoughts on using gauze versus the sponge. Patient demographics where using a throat pack is unadvisable (or high risk). How to approach patients who have severe gag reflexes. Last-minute book or movie recommendations from Dr. Hechler. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Save 35% on my favourite instruments - KLS MartinDr. Ben Hechler on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hechler/ KLS Martin — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/Suits — https://www.netflix.com/za/title/70195800 Trolls — https://www.dreamworks.com/trolls Elemental — https://www.pixar.com/elementalTurning Red — https://www.pixar.com/turning-red Coco — https://www.pixar.com/feature-films/coco Spiderman: Across the Spider-verse — https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/spider-man-across-the-spider-verse/umc.cmc.2zphwshxw2ejh2znevhod0u01 Sing 2 — https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/sing-2/umc.cmc.590s95h5e9b3mmn5fdt38m15c Puss in Boots 2 — https://www.dreamworks.com/movies/puss-in-boots-the-last-wishBoss Baby — https://www.netflix.com/za/title/80146758  Kung Fu Panda — https://www.dreamworks.com/movies/kung-fu-panda Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email —

In the world of anesthesia, Articaine is a product riddled with controversy. Whilst recent studies have proved that Articaine is relatively safe to use, many are still skeptical due to the previous narrative that Articaine has a higher chance of causing paralysis than Lidocaine and other anesthetics. So today, we sit down with Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Ben Hechler, to get to the bottom of Articaine’s safety by unpacking a few studies that were published in the last five years.  Our first study denotes that on an absolute scale, Articaine is not riskier to use than Lidocaine, and Dr. Ben explains why he agrees wholeheartedly. We also discuss anesthetic efficiency and discover that, once again, there is little to separate Articaine and Lidocaine. To end, both our host and guest detail how they use Articaine in their practices and Dr. Ben explains why every oral surgeon should be embracing Articaine instead of running away from it.Key Points From This Episode:Why we’ve chosen to speak about Articaine and we dive into our first case study. Dr. Ben explains what he likes about the study in question.How there’s no definitive proof that Articaine causes paralysis more than Lidocaine. The second article that we discuss explores anesthetic efficiency. How Articaine is slightly more effective than Lidocaine (within certain parameters).The way Doctors Ben and Grant use Articaine in their practices. Why Articaine should be embraced by all oral surgeons. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Ben Hechler on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hechler/   ‘Does the Use of Articaine Increase the Risk of Hypesthesia in Lower Third Molar Surgery? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis’ — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32976834/  ‘Anesthetic Efficiency of Articaine Versus Lidocaine in the Extraction of Lower Third Molars: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review’ — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30267700/ KLS Martin — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059