Ep. 715 - Optimizing Root Canal Shaping: Efficiency and Safety with RootFlex
Today we’re diving into a real game-changer in endodontics—the RootFlex File System by Morita. This system was built for speed and efficiency, letting you shape canals with as little as two files. And here’s the kicker: the ultra-sharp tip not only cuts faster , it stays sharp longer—so in many cases, you can shape the canal with just one file. Our guest today, Dr Henrique Bassi, is a world respected endodontist from Brazil.
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Ep. 714 - Airway & TMJ: The Competitive Edge for Your Practice and Career
Today’s episode is all about expanding your expertise and setting yourself apart in the ever-evolving world of dentistry. As a general dentist, you have the opportunity to transform your practice by sub-specializing in airway and TMJ conditions—two critical areas that are often overlooked but deeply impact patient health. Our guest today is Dr Stephanie Vondrak. She owns and operates a private practice in Elkhorn, Nebraska. Dr. Vondrak is a prime example of how expanding a practice with specialized services in airway and TMJ disorders can elevate the standard of care across all phases of restorative dentistry. In doing so, she has not only enhanced patient outcomes but also found immense fulfillment in her career.
Thanks to our episode sponsors:
NSK America - https://www.nskdental.com/
Shining 3D- https://www.shining3ddental.com/
GUM - https://www.sunstargum.com/us-en/
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Ep. 713 - From Blocks to Furnace: Unlocking Same-Day Zirconia Success
Zirconia crowns in a single visit? Dr. Mike Skramstad shows us how it’s done. From mastering digital workflow to choosing the right zirconia blocks and furnaces, he shares his go-to strategies for strength, esthetics, and efficiency. Plus, when does he go direct — and when does he go same-day indirect? Stick around — this episode is packed with pearls you can use tomorrow. Dr. Skramstad is a resident faculty member at Spear Education, an advanced continuing education center in Scottsdale, AZ. He also maintains a successful restorative practice in Orono, MN focusing on Esthetic, Implant and CAD/CAM Dentistry.
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Ep. 712 - When Patients or Employees File Complaints: What Dentists Need to Know
Beyond our primary goal of protecting patients and employees from transmissible disease, there’s another crucial consideration: the potential for patients or employees to weaponize agencies like the Department of Public Health, OSHA, or your state dental board as a form of retaliation against you or your practice. While this is thankfully rare, it’s essential to be prepared for the potential challenges such situations might bring. Joining us today to shed light on this topic is Dr. Karson Carpenter, a dentist and expert consultant on infection control and OSHA compliance in the dental setting. Dr. Carpenter is the founder and CEO of Compliance Training Partners, a company dedicated to helping dental practices stay compliant and navigate investigations related to infection control violations.
Thanks to our episode sponsors:
Shining 3D- https://www.shining3ddental.com/
VOCO America - https://www.voco.dental/us/
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Ep. 711 - Equipment, Layout, and Posture: Your Guide to Operatory Ergonomics
From body awareness and maintaining a neutral posture, to minimizing unnecessary reaching, to making smart decisions about your equipment and operatory layout—ergonomics can make the difference between a long, pain-free career and one cut short by injury or chronic discomfort. Joining us is Stephanie Botts, a dental hygienist with over 17 years of experience and a Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist. She’s here to share how being mindful of good ergonomics is the key to maintaining our comfort, workflow efficiency, and career longevity.
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