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The Clinical Hacks on Dentures (CHP08) Jul 23, 2019

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The Clinical Hacks had to reach out for help talking about dentures. Apparently Zach, Mac and Kevin aren't red hot on full uppers and lowers. So they found someone who is! Dr. Russell Schafer joins the guys to explain how he does it and how he's simplified it to make it profitable and even (gasp) enjoyable!

Links from Russell:

Russell's lab: Cynosure Dental Lab, Tim Lane

FB group: Oral Architects of Removable Prosthodontics

Composite vs. Ceramic Smiles with Dr. Arthur Volker (DHD112) Jul 22, 2019

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You've got a patient that wants to change their smile. So how do you know what material you're going to use? Dr. Arthur Volker joins Alan to talk about the decision tree he uses to help determine which direction to go!

Artie is teaching anterior composites in Chicago at Cosmedent's CEE! His course is called "POWERlooking: Anterior Direct Composite Course and it's this coming November 14-15! Artie will be teaching anterior composite techniques from simple to complex and you don't want to miss it! Learn color theory, smile design, texture, polishing, simple class IVs all the way to layered composite veneers from a master who's also a great teacher and a great guy! Go check it out at dentalhacks.com/Artie!

Dr. August De Oliveira Made Easy (DHP249) Jul 19, 2019

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How old is Dr. August De Oliveira? Cut him in half and count the rings![/caption]

Dr. August De Oliveira joins Jason and Alan to talk about dental implants, writing books, DentalTown, 3D printing, CEREC, Facebook groups and claiming to invent stuff that was really just you buying a 3D printer on Amazon. August is one of our favorite guests and we finally got him for a full, hilarious hour! From our early days together on DentalTown to August's conquering of the stage at Voices of Dentistry, this wide ranging interview has something for EVERYONE!

Some links from the show:

August's CEREC Du Jour thread on DentalTown

Al's Dental Haiku thread

CAD-Ray and the Medit i500

Al's crown work flow stuff: Template and Temptray, Traxodent

August's latest course

August's books: Guided Implantology Made Easy, Implants Made Easy, Dental 3D Printing Made Easy

Dentiq Software

The Dental Hacks Nation closed Facebook group has 27,000 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!

Dr. Arthur Volker is teaching anterior composites in Chicago at Cosmedent's CEE! His course is called "POWERlooking: Anterior Direct Composite Course and it's this coming November 14-15! Artie will be teaching anterior composite techniques from simple to complex and you don't want to miss it! Learn color theory, smile design, texture, polishing, simple class IVs all the way to layered composite veneers from a master who's also a great teacher and a great guy! Go check it out at dentalhacks.com/Artie!

Go Hack Yourself

Alan: Dropbox Desktop app

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If you would like to support the podcast you can check out our Patreon page! Although the show will always remain free to download, our Patreon supporters get access to special bonus content including (at least) one extra podcast episode every months! 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 Hacks Nation.

Adding a Microscope to your Practice with Dr. Jihyon Kim (DHD111) Jul 17, 2019

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Dr. Jihyon Kim was destined to use a microscope in her dentistry. In today's episode she explains how she started using a microscope in a genetics lab in undergrad and moved forward from there. Jihyon and Alan discuss the pros and cons of microscope dentistry and how to make it part of your office's culture.

Some links from the show:

Jihyon's Instagram

Jihyon's website

Jihyon's Youtube channel

The Dental Influencer Alliance

Is occlusion the most confusing part of dentistry? Would you like someone to simplify it for you? I'm pretty sure Dr. Frank Spear can help. Demystifying Occlusion will be held this August 15-16th on the Spear Education campus in Scottsdale! Find more information at dentalhacks.com/demystifyingocclusion!

The Clinical Hacks on Dental Labs (CHP07) Jul 16, 2019

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Welcome to season 1, episode 7 of the Clinical Hacks Podcast!

In this riveting episode, we discuss what dental labs we use and why.

Highlights include:

- Kevin discusses how lab work is only about 10-15% of his crown and bridge, solidifying that he's better than the rest of us, but when he does use a lab, he uses Keating Dental Arts

- Mac has a crush on the Dental Guys podcast and uses the lab they promote Dental Crafters

- Zach is the guy who uses the local lab a few miles away #buylocal

- Who pays the most for a Zirconia crown? Surely not the guy who prides himself as being Dr. Value

- Kevin scans (possibly in a speedo) and describes how a digital work flow goes with lab work.

- Sleep labs? NTI's? Biteguards..we touch on those also

If you want to interact with us, head over to the closed Facebook Group Clinical Hacks

We want to produce episodes about the questions you have, it's a great place to post a clinical topic, you don't even have to post a photo!

Meditation is for Normal People with Dr. Dawn Kulongowski (DHD110) Jul 15, 2019

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Dr. Dawn Kulongowski joins Alan again to help dentists understand that is a tool that anyone can use to reduce stress and anxiety and help center their life! You'll learn that meditation isn't for people who have it together...it's for people that want help putting it together!

Some links from the show:

Peaceful Practice (her coaching business)

Stress Management and Mindfulness for Dental Professionals (her amazing Facebook group!)

How to Grow a Dentist with Vin Cardillo (DHP248) Jul 12, 2019

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Jason and Alan are joined by DSO luminary Vin Cardillo of Maeva Dental Advisors! Vin has been an integral part of the growing trend of DSOs spreading throughout the United States and he understand the industry from top to bottom! We discuss the history of DSOs (and where Vin fits in there), changes and growth and perhaps more importantly what kind of dentist makes a good fit with the DSO model. You might be surprised to know that perhaps most dentists aren't cut out to be leaders of this kind or organization and quite a few that get into it are really struggling. Vin gave us some amazing inside information and he's a true resource for any dentist considering multiple practice ownership! His company has recently rebranded from Dental Management Innovations to Maeva Dental Advisors, so be sure to look at both links for the most up to date contact information!

Some links from the show:

If Alan attempted DSO management

You need to check out Cosmedent's latest virtual course from the incomparable Dr. Corky Willhite! He's teaching his Transitional Bonding course (which he discussed on the Dental Hacks podcast here and here) and you can now watch it in your PJ's on the couch! Check it out at dentalhacks.com/virtualCorky!

Go Hack Yourself

Jason: The Dictionary of Body Language: A Field Guide to Human Behavior by Joe Navarro

Alan: Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou

Smithson on Specialization (part 2) Jul 11, 2019

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"You get the rough with the smooth."

--Dr. Jason Smithson on having a specialty

Alan and Jason continue their conversation about specialization. This episode is where we get to the good stuff where we really dig into the pros and cons of specialization and how generalists that long to be known for a particular kind of work might have it wrong! Jason debunks some of Alan's preconceived notions about how having a referral base makes a patient choosing treatment almost automatic. And Alan is mildly crushed.

Also we discuss the excruciating problem of having a 20+ year old practice/patient base and the ups and downs of having a "history" with people. Finally, we open the door to a potential next podcast to talk about an ideal way to do group practice. This is a really good one. Don't miss a minute!

Al on Facebook Groups (DHD109) Jul 10, 2019

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Al goes solo to talk about Facebook groups. Not Facebook groups in general, though. He dives deep specifically on Dental Hacks Facebook groups. He talks about: Dental Hacks Nation

DHN2: Electric Boogaloo (docs only)

Clinical Hacks

Alan Mead Experience

Finally, the newest of the Dental Hacks affiliated Facebook groups...Dental Hacks Listeners. If you're someone who listens to the Dental Hacks podcasts on a regular basis, this is the group for you! We're going to to try and moderate it in such a way that it's truly just the people that listen to the podcasts. If that's your cup of tea...be sure to go request an invite!

Microcopy Dental is celebrating 30 years of Neodiamonds and they're inviting new and old users of Neodiamond single patient use diamonds to send them stories and photos about Neodiamonds! You can win a trip to Atlanta to see where Neodiamonds are made as well as some awesome Atlanta attractions! So submit your stories and photos to dentalhacks.com/ndstories for your chance to win!

The Clinical Hacks on Crown Materials (CHP06) Jul 09, 2019

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Zach, Mac and Kevin spend a little time talking about the materials they're using to crown teeth! They discuss:

What's the go to for single unit posteriors (Mac and Zach are mostly zirconia, Kevin = Emax)
Anterior cases?
Bonding or cementing?
bridges?
What's your move when someone needs a crown but can't or won't?
Does Mac have a heart?
Can Zach explain the "ZAM crown?"

If you like what you're hearing be sure to head over to the Clinical Hacks Facebook page!

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