The Dental Hacks Podcast

In this episode of The Very Dental Podcast, Alan welcomes back frequent guest Michael Anderson from the Wonderist Agency!   They dive into how AI tools like Gemini, Chat GPT, Claude and Descript can significantly enhance productivity in the dental space as well as your whole life! From generating show notes and job descriptions to revolutionizing dental charting and patient interaction, Michael discusses the practical applications and future potential of AI.   The conversation also touches on the ethical considerations and transformative impact of AI in both professional and personal realms.   Some links from the show: The Wonderist Agency Google Gemini Chat GPT Anthropic's "Claude AI" Descript AI Episode index: 02:27 Discovering Descript for Show Notes 05:08 Michael's Journey with AI 09:37 Practical Applications of AI Tools 16:09 Future of AI in Dental Practices 27:50 Exploring AI's Potential in Content Creation 29:27 Ethical Concerns and AI in Education 33:29 The Smart Speaker

In this episode of the Very Clinical Podcast, Kevin and Zach welcome back Dr. Meena Barsoum from Chicago to delve into the advancements of the PrimeScan 2 and the DS Core platform.   They discuss the intricacies of DS Core, including its cloud-based storage, digital data aggregation, and practice-enhancing features like enhanced sharing and AI-powered crown design. The conversation also covers the benefits of integrating cloud-based solutions into dental practices, the future of AI in dentistry, and the practical improvements these technologies bring to daily workflows.    Some links from the show: Primescan 2 CDOCS Episode Index: 01:46 Discussing Worst Movie Sequels 05:33 Introduction to DS Core 06:55 DS Core Features and Benefits Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little

Alan navigates the post-election landscape, reflecting on the inaccuracy of political polling and how the personal practice of writing emails to his future self has made this whole election season more interesting.  Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderis

In this interesting episode of the Group Function Podcast, Dr. Mead hosts two guests from the dental industry. Julie Charlestein (CEO of Premier Dental) and Paul Mondock (president of Septodont Americas) join Alan to discuss the collaboration between their companies that led to the development of BufferPro—an innovative new buffering delivery system for dental anesthesia.   The conversation covers the benefits of buffering anesthesia, such as reduced patient discomfort, faster onset, and more profound anesthesia. The new BufferPro product promises simplicity and efficacy, featuring stable, single-use, individually packaged units compatible with all current anesthetics. The guests explain how this elegant solution will transform everyday dental practice.   Some links from the show:  Premier Dental Traxodent Septodont Paroject BufferPro (press release)   Episode index: 00:33 Meet the Guest Hosts: Julie Charlestein and Paul Mondock 00:57 Al's favorite Premier Dental and Septodont products 03:12 T

In this episode of the Very Clinical Podcast, hosts Zach Meiners and Dr. Kevin "Hair" Fryer dive into the world of digital dentistry with special guest Dr. Meena Barsoum.   The conversation features a detailed overview of the newly introduced PrimeScan 2! They highlight its wireless, cloud-based capabilities that facilitate efficient scanning without being tethered to local hardware. Meena shares his experience implementing the PrimeScan 2 in his practice, demonstrating the benefits of digital patient records for diagnostics and communication. The trio also discusses favorite movie sequels, baseball heartbreaks, and tips for enhancing patient acceptance through innovative technology. Some links from the show: Primescan 2 CDOCS Episode Index: 01:34 Baseball Memories and Heartbreaks   05:39 Favorite Movie Sequels   08:15 PrimeScan 2 Features and Benefits   18:14 Digitizing Dental Practices   24:30 Challenges and Solutions in Digital Dentistry   30:44 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

In this special Michigan-centric episode of the Very Dental Podcast, Alan is joined by Kevin Walberg from Garrison Dental Solutions. They discuss the launch of Garrison Dental's groundbreaking new product—a curing light named ‘Loop’. Kevin reveals the technology and development behind this curing light, which includes features like self-calibration and real-time adjustment based on distance from the tooth. The Loop ensures consistent power output and improves curing accuracy, addressing common issues dentists face with traditional curing lights. The episode also touches on the evolution of dental products and the practical challenges in everyday dental practices. The Loop is available starting today! Garrison is offering Very Dental listeners a discount to go take a look at the Loop. If you use the code "SO1124MEAD" for 10% off of any "non light curing" product and $100 credit off a future purchase if they buy a curing light! Some links from the show: Garrison Dental Solutions The Loop, Garrison's new smar

Dr. David Hornbrook joins Alan in this throwback episode to talk about lab communication and digital workflow. David is convinced that the key to becoming a better dentist is communicating and having a good relationship with your dental lab.  David is REALLY glad to be back to in person teaching! David explains how he became such a lab and materials focused clinician "Knowing exactly what they're doing in the lab has made me a better dentist." Do you invite your lab to ask for more information and critique your work? Digital workflow isn't an invitation to be sloppy. PVS is way better for someone who doesn't pay attention to details What's the benefit of visiting the lab? Do you know who is creating your restorations? Your lab techs know what kind of dentist you are! Let's go to Lab Day in Chicago! Do you do CE with your lab tech(s)? Are we moving to implants too quickly? Bridges are legitimate treatment in a lot of cases and implant are not always the best choice. The greatest trick for strengthening a zirc

Zach and Kevin are once again joined by Dr. Tarun Agarwal and Dr. Alan Mead to talk about things we've changed our minds about. Tarun brings another surprise to the guys when he talks about how he's changed his mind about retirement savings!  Some links from the show: 3D Dentists Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo r

Mohamed is joined by Alan Mead to talk about how the choices you make in the very beginning of your career have a very heavy influence on the rest of your career.  Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpo

Al is joined once again by Dr. Dawn Grimes. She was on a couple months ago and we didn't get to some of the stuff that Al wanted to talk about...so we're here for round 2! One of these things is the lie that we tell ourselves about time. See if this one seems familiar to you: "Once x is done, I will have more time for y." And no matter what, once you free up some time, other things will grow to fill that time. Some of what we discussed: Evaluating wasted/sunk time Why the Matrix movies are not action movies at all  "There are days that I just want the steak." We don't want reality and we often won't see reality Instagram and overtreatment You're going to have to replace things over time Root canals don't cause cancer "Blushing pulp" "That tooth didn't hurt until you worked on it." Better case acceptance = don't care if they do the treatment Play hard to get You cannot care more than the patient does Patients aren't doing care for their dentist. Don't work on patients that are "doing it for you." Diagnose

Kevin and Zach are joined by Dr. Tarun Agarwal and Al to talk about what he's changed his mind about in businss. Tarun offers the idea that you should self finance your patient...you should be the bank. This goes against A LOT of advice you'll hear in other places. It's a great conversation from an interesting guy! Some links from the show: 3D Dentists Marathon Candy Bar Sugar Babies Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -

Social media is a blessing and a curse. Yes, it's self administered poison and yes, it can be bad for your mental health. So...you should quit. Or never start. But...if you choose to use it, you should curate what you see. Al gives some tips on this. Al's Doomscrolling Playlist https://www.instagram.com/kennyg/ https://www.instagram.com/evidence_based_endo_memes/ https://www.instagram.com/mrdavehill/ https://www.instagram.com/tonybaker/ https://www.instagram.com/leelochip/ https://www.instagram.com/danlamorte/ https://www.instagram.com/mrnigelng/ https://www.instagram.com/iamj3po/ https://www.instagram.com/tropicalfishnyc/ https://www.instagram.com/vintagevibe/ https://www.instagram.com/foodartchefs/ https://www.instagram.com/pastrychef_am/ https://www.instagram.com/cedricgrolet/ https://www.instagram.com/amauryguichon/ Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download.

Imagine being a patient who shows up for their appointment only to be turned away because the office's server was down. Now imagine if you're a software guy and this happens to you! That's the story with John Hammond, co-founder of Neem, a cloud based practice management software! Alan and John have a wide ranging discussion about the advantages of cloud based practice management! It's not the technology as much as the switching The Neem elevator pitch The pros and cons of cloud computing in dentistry Why has medicine jumped into cloud so easily? The key to Neem...painless migration Two options for imaging with Neem Making Neem intuitive Dental software is less sexy than a lot of other technology Intelligent forms that patient input built in Real time insurance eligibility Will cloud be in the majority in 10-15 years? (software has a shelf life) DSOs and the cloud Some links from the show: Neem dental software Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Pa

Kevin and Zach are joined by Dr. Tarun Agarwal and Al to talk about what he's changed his mind about. It will come as no surprise that T-Bone has changed his mind about surgery and implants! Specifically guided implant surgery! Some links from the show: 3D Dentists Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a fu

This throwback episode features how we introduced the Very Dental Student Podcast! Mohamed talks with Al for a couple minutes and then brings in Dr. Brandon Evert to talk to him about the transition from student to dentist! Original show notes: Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Very Dental Student Podcast! Alan introduces your host, Mohamed Abo-Basha, who is a D2 at University of Oklahoma! Al's tips for dental students: If you can swing it, many dental companies will sell stuff to dental students at a pretty great discount (think loupes, headlamps, etc.) Take advantage of your dental student email address! Then, Mohamed brings the one and only Dr. Brandon Evert on for an amazing interview! Brandon's take on dental school Learn what kind of student you are (morning person, night person) and learn how to organize a routine Comparing and contrasting dental school styles (case studies vs. route memorization) When did you first get patient contact? Brandon was heavy on reps in the sim lab (note from Al: t

"They always talk about how the independent dentists are providing better care than the groups are, the corporate dentistry. Well, that's not necessarily true. If you really study the tools that they have that the independent dentists have not yet adopted, most of the independent dentists are far behind the invisible DSOs and DSOs from a patient care and a technology adoption." Chip Fichtner, Large Practice Sales Alan is joined once again by Chip Fichtner of Large Practice Sales to talk about Invisible DSOs. Some of our topics included: How did Chip get in to IDSOs? Large Practice Sales only represents doctors! Why is dentistry a focus for investors? Consolidation in mortuary science, veterinary medicine and medicine and how they differ from dentistry The "Walmart-ization" of dentistry Technology and AI in IDSOs. Chip looks into his crystal ball Who will buy an average practice (not a large practice)? IDSO = full autonomy for owner dentists IDSOs and specialists...an interesting fit What does a "bad" experie

Alan is joined with Dr. Armen Mirzayan and Damien Bonner of CAD-Ray for a second round of discussion on digital dentistry! Damien explains a typical progression of someone moving into digital dentistry. Companies shouldn't sell digital products to dentists that aren't ready for them. Armen is a very cheap salesperson.  Buy your scanner from someone who knows something about scanners. CAD-Ray are terrible sales people but amazing support people. Armen on scan bodies One very cool thing about digital dentistry is that we can verify accuracy in ways that you can't in analog dentistry. Digital margins are tiny enough that we cannot manufacture to the tolerances that we actually see on the digital impression. The slop is in manufacturing more than digital scanning Photogrammetry and the accuracy of digital scanners over an edentulous scan. How to make an accurate scan for full arch implants Intraoral photgrammetry with the Shining 3D Aoralscan Elite This is going to start making smaller implant cases faster and c

Dr. Melissa Zettler joins Zach and Kevin to talk about things she's changed her mind about in life. And she's got two really good ones. Take the time off now. Don't wait. Over-the-top staff gifts can be a mistake.  Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist h

Al riffs on a stressful patient problem/story that occupied his brain for an entire day and how quickly it was forgotten for the next drama. It's worth remembering that the drama that's occupying your mind right now is something you probably won't even remember in a week. And that's a good thing. Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your

We interrupt our normal podcast schedule to bring you Friday's episode a couple days early! This special episode of the Very Clinical Podcast features Zach, Kevin and Al talking about playoff baseball! As it turns out, each of their respective baseball teams has made it into the playoffs, so the guys are celebrating October baseball!  As it stands, Zach's Kansas City Royals won their first game against the Baltimore Orioles while Al's Detroit Tigers started a three game run in Houston with a win! Will the Tigers move on to face Kevin's Cleveland Guardians/Indians? Enjoy some baseball playoff talk while the guys bask in the romance of fall baseball! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equip