The Very Dental Podcast Network

The Clinical Hacks welcome Dr. Matthew Standridge (aka: The Ketodontist) Highlights include: Matt gives us his bio! We talk MEAT We talk Powerprox and our friend Rick DePaul And Gerety orthodontics Matt does not shoot from the hip Matt teaches with 3D Dentists on digital orthodontics Aligners work, if you know how to use aligners… We talk about the ortho/restorative link Join our Clinical Hacks Facebook group!

Dr. Chris Salierno joined Jason and Alan at the Chicago Midwinter 2019 for a silly conversation involving bad posture and cash covered in glitter. It's really funny, but more than that it gives me hope that we're not that far away from a time that the Dental Hacks can record live with interesting guests at a meeting near you! Keep the faith, dear listeners! We're almost there! So what’s the solution for simple, consistent zirconia polishing in the mouth? Our friends at Microcopy Dental get it. They’ve created a line of intra oral, single patient use zirconia polishers that are just right. Their simple two-step zirconia polishing system comes in cups or points. It’s easy to use and fits into any workflow. Single patient use means you’ve always got a fresh polisher and there’s no risk of cross contamination. If you want to up your zirconia polishing game you need to check them out at dentalhacks.com/zpolishers!

Dr. Deren Flesher joins the Dental Hacks to talk about mobile dentistry as well as using your position in dentistry to create opportunities outside of the dental office! Deren has a thriving startup practice but has always wanted to own and run businesses besides dentistry. Our conversation is wide ranging about all kinds of businesses! Some topics we discussed are: Deren owns some Papa John's Pizza joints! What does Deren consider "the dental bubble?" What kind of dentists should look for opportunities outside dentistry? How did Deren get into mobile dentistry? How has he incorporated it into his schedule and how is it different than his startup? Deren enters the cannabis industry! He's involved with a grow operation as well as supply chain/delivery! How does someone find opportunities "outside the bubble?" Dentistry is the fuel to Deren's business expansion! How does Deren build connections with potential business partners? How does he "cross pollenate" business ideas? Does Deren aspire to be "nonclinical?" Some links from the show: Interested in Senior Dental Care (the company Deren works with)? Email Deren at derenflesherdds@gmail.com. Dryshield (he won't work without it!) Septodont Paroject Dental Hacks Deals!: Dental Hacks Medit i500 deal! (starting at $17k + lab credit, rebate gets bigger the more our group takes advantage!) Email us at info@dentalhacks.com and use "Medit" in the subject line or tab Jason on Facebook or text "Medit" to (804) 885-2233! Enova Illumination has an amazing Dental Hacks discount on loupes and lights. Get that information at:  https://form.jotform.com/210247991392056 Be sure to get your Dental Hacks pricing at Crazy Dental by using coupon code: DHN10 The Dental Hacks Nation closed Facebook group has 29,000 members! Head over there to interact with other Dental Hacks listeners, guests and Brain Trust members every day, all day! Remember…if you don’t have anything “dental” on your FB page, we might decline your membership request. So IM the group or email us at info@dentalhacks.com!  Continuing Education in the time of pandemic has gotten interesting. And Cosmedent is here for it! They’ve figured out a way to bring their amazing, hands on courses and instructors to you...but now done remotely! For instance, Dr. Corky Willhite will be giving his incomparable “Ultimate Esthetics with Composite: The Basics of Layering to Advanced Techniques” course on February 25-26th! Every patient can't afford porcelain, and most people don't want their teeth "drilled down." Composite provides fully functional restorations whether it's a Class IV, diastema closure, shade change, adding length, or many other changes. How does it work? The course goes from 9am-1pm on Thursday and Friday. You can purchase just the course or (and this is what you should do) you can get the course AND all of the course materials that Corky will be using in the hand on exercises! You’ll even have a chance for one on one interaction with Corky to make sure you’re really getting it. If you’re looking to up your composite esthetics game there is no one better to learn from than Dr. Corky Willhite! And Cosmedent’s virtual live courses are a game changer. Be sure to check it out at dentalhacks.com/ultimateesthetics! Our friends at YAPI have a bundle that they call “the Works” that can do a LOT of stuff! Intraoffice communication, paperless forms, patient reminders, managing reviews...it really is THE WORKS! It will replace multiple services you’re already paying for and it will likely cost you less!  And even bigger news! YAPI is having an AMAZING Black Friday sale staring November 27th going all the way through cyber week! You’ll save $25/month on “The Works” package for an entire year AND they’ll waive the set up fees! This is a deal that should not be missed...starting on Friday, November 27th going all the way through Cyber week! Check out all that YAPI can do for you at dentalhacks.com/YAPI. It’s a funny name, but it’s serious software! Go Hack Yourself Jason: compounded topical anesthetic gel Alan: Fender wedge, Garrison Compositight Fusion 3D Interproximal Wedges If you have any questions or comments for us please drop us an email at info@dentalhacks.com or find us (and like us!) at www.facebook.com/dentalhacks. If you like us, why not leave us a review on iTunes? It helps us get found by like minded people and might even help us get into “What’s Hot” in the iTunes store! Go to this link and let the world know about the Dental Hacks! Finally, if you aren’t an Apple person, consider reviewing us on Stitcher at: stitcher.com/podcast/the-dentalhacks-podcast! If you would like to support the podcast you can check out our Patreon page! Also be sure to check out the Dental Hacks swag store where you can find t-shirts, stickers coffee mugs and all sorts of other things that let the world know you’re a part of the Dental Hacks Nation.

Dr. Shawn Van de Vyver joins Alan again to talk about all things digital! How does a software upgrade make a camera better? What's the best way to get into digital workflow? Chairside "same day" crows are still owned by CEREC, but if you aren't milling, Shawn thinks the Medit makes a ton of sense! How is Shawn using his Amazon Alexa (Echo) to make his office work better? Shawn's single unit zirconia is $7! Who should be milling? Who shouldn't be? Some links from the show: Join the Medit i500 buyers deal! Email us at info@dentalhacks.com and put "Medit" in the subject line or private message Jason on Facebook! Flik button IFTT Echo Dot XOcademy.com Shawn's Dental Hacks Nation banners:   So what’s the solution for simple, consistent zirconia polishing in the mouth? Our friends at Microcopy Dental get it. They’ve created a line of intra oral, single patient use zirconia polishers that are just right. Their simple two-step zirconia polishing system comes in cups or points. It’s easy to use and fits into any workflow. Single patient use means you’ve always got a fresh polisher and there’s no risk of cross contamination. If you want to up your zirconia polishing game you need to check them out at dentalhacks.com/zpolishers!    

We start off talking about some of our weirdest/worst dental school clinical performances... find out why Artie is known as the Terminator! Then we move into hot minimally invasive dental chat. WTF is minimally invasive dentistry? Artie has lots of digital toys and he's not afraid to use them. Ortho + composite >>> Ortho by bur Digital smile design is the next level for sales/motivation. When does Artie do a resin makeover vs. orthodontics? Is minimally invasive dentistry still way too invasive for you?   Check out the chapter Artie wrote on a book about Microinvasive Dentistry Thanks for listening,  check our the Clinical Hacks Facebook Page and we'll catch you next week!

Memorie Valentine RDH joins Alan to talk about prevention. Specifically, how well does our profession do with helping patients do a good job at home? Does dentistry do a good enough job with this? Why don't we have the "oral hygiene instruction" room in every dental office? Why do we clean teeth/do oral hygiene instruction every 6 months instead of a short OHI visit every couple months? Al and Memorie think we can do better! What do you think? Let us know via email at info@dentalhacks.com or tell us in the Dental Hacks Nation Facebook group! So what’s the solution for simple, consistent zirconia polishing in the mouth? Our friends at Microcopy Dental get it. They’ve created a line of intra oral, single patient use zirconia polishers that are just right. Their simple two-step zirconia polishing system comes in cups or points. It’s easy to use and fits into any workflow. Single patient use means you’ve always got a fresh polisher and there’s no risk of cross contamination. If you want to up your zirconia polishing game you need to check them out at dentalhacks.com/zpolishers!    

The Dental Hacks return for 2021 with a powerhouse interview featuring Dr. Rob Ritter! Some highlights: Spear Summit 2019 highlights (where Jason and Alan met Rob in person for the first time) It's been just about a year since we've had major dental meetings...Rob's thoughts on how CE comes back and what changes Hot vaccine talk Rob discusses "The Protocol," a new small group comprehensive restorative "in office" course by Ritter and Ramsey! (two dates already sold out!) (Next date is November 5-6th, 2021) Dental partnerships...can they work? Office renovations...built to give a great course! Social media pros and cons...enjoy the journey, there is no destination The Peaceful Practice Podcast The lecturing lifestyle isn't as glamorous as it's cracked up to be Rob designed "The Protocol" to keep him off the road. Bring people that want to learn to him! Jedis vs. Sith Lords Which "x" should I buy? It depends on what you're going to do with it. Be honest about what you're using it for. Rob and Al talk about microscopes Rob on sticking to your vision Building a brand even in dental school Some links from the show: Rob Ritter's Instagram The Protocol (Rob/Chris's new in office course!) Dental Hacks Listeners group Hacking Dentistry with JLips Dental Hacks Deals!: Dental Hacks Medit i500 deal! (starting at $17k + lab credit, rebate gets bigger the more our group takes advantage!) Email us at info@dentalhacks.com and use "Medit" in the subject line or tab Jason on Facebook. Enova Illumination has an amazing Dental Hacks discount on loupes and lights. Get that information at:  https://form.jotform.com/210247991392056 Be sure to get your Dental Hacks pricing at Crazy Dental by using coupon code: DHN10 The Dental Hacks Nation closed Facebook group has 29,000 members! Head over there to interact with other Dental Hacks listeners, guests and Brain Trust members every day, all day! Remember…if you don’t have anything “dental” on your FB page, we might decline your membership request. So IM the group or email us at info@dentalhacks.com!  Our friends at YAPI have a bundle that they call “the Works” that can do a LOT of stuff! Intraoffice communication, paperless forms, patient reminders, managing reviews...it really is THE WORKS! It will replace multiple services you’re already paying for and it will likely cost you less!  And even bigger news! YAPI is having an AMAZING Black Friday sale staring November 27th going all the way through cyber week! You’ll save $25/month on “The Works” package for an entire year AND they’ll waive the set up fees! This is a deal that should not be missed...starting on Friday, November 27th going all the way through Cyber week! Check out all that YAPI can do for you at dentalhacks.com/YAPI. It’s a funny name, but it’s serious software! Continuing Education in the time of pandemic has gotten interesting. And Cosmedent is here for it! They’ve figured out a way to bring their amazing, hands on courses and instructors to you...but now done remotely! For instance, Dr. Corky Willhite will be giving his incomparable “Ultimate Esthetics with Composite: The Basics of Layering to Advanced Techniques” course on February 25-26th! Every patient can't afford porcelain, and most people don't want their teeth "drilled down." Composite provides fully functional restorations whether it's a Class IV, diastema closure, shade change, adding length, or many other changes. How does it work? The course goes from 9am-1pm on Thursday and Friday. You can purchase just the course or (and this is what you should do) you can get the course AND all of the course materials that Corky will be using in the hand on exercises! You’ll even have a chance for one on one interaction with Corky to make sure you’re really getting it. If you’re looking to up your composite esthetics game there is no one better to learn from than Dr. Corky Willhite! And Cosmedent’s virtual live courses are a game changer. Be sure to check it out at dentalhacks.com/ultimateesthetics! Go Hack Yourself Jason: Phonetag Alan: Night Stalker on Netflix If you have any questions or comments for us please drop us an email at info@dentalhacks.com or find us (and like us!) at www.facebook.com/dentalhacks. If you like us, why not leave us a review on iTunes? It helps us get found by like minded people and might even help us get into “What’s Hot” in the iTunes store! Go to this link and let the world know about the Dental Hacks! Finally, if you aren’t an Apple person, consider reviewing us on Stitcher at: stitcher.com/podcast/the-dentalhacks-podcast! If you would like to support the podcast you can check out our Patreon page! Also be sure to check out the Dental Hacks swag store where you can find t-shirts, stickers coffee mugs and all sorts of other things that let the world know you’re a part of the Dental Hacks Nation.

Dr. Shawn Van De Vyver is a polymath. He's a dentist, scholar and technology guru. Al spoke with Shawn about a plethora of topics that's super entertaining and informative! Today these guys focus on where they met, their toxic relationship with social media and buying used dental equipment. (spoiler: "free, just come pick it up is a red flag, bro). Shawn's thoughts...buying quality equipment means you only cry once (when you see the price tag) since it will last. Zach Meiners, we're looking at you. Some links from the show: Implant Seminars (where Shawn and Al met!) Keating Dental Lab Hovering Dental Ez dental chair So what’s the solution for simple, consistent zirconia polishing in the mouth? Our friends at Microcopy Dental get it. They’ve created a line of intra oral, single patient use zirconia polishers that are just right. Their simple two-step zirconia polishing system comes in cups or points. It’s easy to use and fits into any workflow. Single patient use means you’ve always got a fresh polisher and there’s no risk of cross contamination. If you want to up your zirconia polishing game you need to check them out at dentalhacks.com/zpolishers!    

Today's episode features Dr. Artie Volker talking composite veneers. First we steal a joke and "remember some gals" with Sports Illustrated swimsuit models of the past.   Spoiler alert...we didn't remember that well. How do you get involved with the artistic skill of resin bonding/veneers? We talk bioclear resins vs. cosmedent Chairside mock ups - one of the best ways to get case acceptance. When to do composite vs porcelain What composites work well for resin veneers? What courses should you take? If you want to discuss composite veneers, please join the Clinical Hacks Facebook Page and let us know what you think.

Dr. Jeni Perna is one of those people that likes systems in dental offices. She's an amazing Instagram follow and the office manuals she has created cover all kinds of systems. They're available here and you should definitely check them out! They are VALUE priced! We also talk a little bit about the phenomenon of ethical sales for people who have Instagram influence. It's a thing and Al has a little problem with buying stuff he finds advertised on Insta! Get Jeni's Manuals! Birddogs Pants (highly recommended) Sttoke Mug (3-ish stars) Brave New Look KN95 masks (would not recommend) So what’s the solution for simple, consistent zirconia polishing in the mouth? Our friends at Microcopy Dental get it. They’ve created a line of intra oral, single patient use zirconia polishers that are just right. Their simple two-step zirconia polishing system comes in cups or points. It’s easy to use and fits into any workflow. Single patient use means you’ve always got a fresh polisher and there’s no risk of cross contamination. If you want to up your zirconia polishing game you need to check them out at dentalhacks.com/zpolishers!