Dentistry Uncensored With Howard Farran

Dr. Wiltbank attended Dental School at Oregon Health and Sciences University, graduating in the class of 1998. He returned to school at the University of Texas, Health Sciences Center at San Antonio, where he completed a residency in Endodontics, class of 2007. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. He is a member of and volunteers in leadership for the American Association of Endodontists in the capacity of a representative to the American Dental Association’s Codes Maintenance Committee and to the American Association of Dental Consultants. He is also a member of the American Dental Association and the Oregon Dental Association. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Holtzclaw is board certified by both the American Board of Periodontology and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed journal articles, textbook chapters, and books. As a matter of fact, Dr. Holtzclaw recently authored the very first textbook ever published on pterygoid dental implants. Dr. Holtzclaw is a past recipient of the Excellence in Research Award from the International College of Dentists and is one of only 10 clinicians recognized by the American Academy of Periodontology as an “officially recommended speaker” for craniofacial reconstructive surgery. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Eva Grayzel is a nationally recognized motivational storyteller. With twenty-five years of experience in the spotlight, Eva’s expertise in interactive storytelling techniques is incomparable. Exuding the kind of onstage charisma that cannot be taught, she delivers a proven method to educate and inspire audiences. A late-stage oral cancer diagnosis threatened to hijack her ability to talk the talk. After regaining her vocal chops, she crafted a thought-provoking story of survival, taking what could have been a tragic end and turning it into a powerful new beginning. Eva conveys the realities of her journey, emphasizing relatable and meaningful life lessons. The power of her personal story is the motivation behind creating a model to teach story development for building business. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Panagakos received his DMD from UMDNJ-New Jersey Dental School (now Rutgers University School of Dental Medicine) and his PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UMDNJ-Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in 1992. Dr. Panagakos joined the West Virginia University School of Dentistry in August 2018, as the Associate Dean for Research. In January 2019, he was appointed Vice Dean for Administration and Research, and on July 1st, 2020 was appointed as Interim Dean. Dr. Panagakos is the co-author of over 77 peer-reviewed scientific research articles and is the co-editor of three dental science textbooks. His areas of interest include the role of inflammation in oral and overall health, and the impact of nutrition on oral health and wellness. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Tim graduated in 1997 and purchased his first practice two years later. He was quick to embrace consumer advertising, at that time only just legalized, tooth whitening and clear aligner therapy, also only just available in the UK. Using contacts practicing in other countries, Tim incorporated practicing models unusual in the UK to build a $1M single principal practice. More recently, he has expanded his businesses, growing his team and bringing in additional dentists. His business was left heavily exposed due to the debt incurred in expansion when shut down by UK regulators in their Covid-19 response at the end of last March. Tim talks about how he has brought his practice back to profit. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

A resident of sunny Arizona, Dr. Jessica Brereton Peterkin is the proud owner of Breton Family Dental, comprehensively serving multi-generational families in Midtown Phoenix. Dr. Peterkin is an inaugural class graduate of Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine - Illinois where she obtained a Doctorate of Dental Medicine. Her resume also boasts a Masters in Biomedical Sciences (Midwestern University) and a B.S. Chemistry with honors from her HBCU Alma Mater, "The Great" Bethune-Cookman University of Daytona Beach, Florida. She has been practicing dentistry for over 8 years in various dental settings including public health, pediatric, Indian Health, geriatric, and mobile. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Ashley Stein is a Board Certified Naturopathic Medical Doctor (NMD) in Arizona. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering at Boston University, but quickly learned that medicine is much more than surgeries and pharmaceuticals. Growing up loving both nature and medicine, she went on to attended medical school in Arizona where she earned her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine at SCNM. Dr. Stein loves to treat the whole person and strives to find the root cause of every patient’s condition. She incorporates evidence-based medicine with ancient wisdom to provide an individualized health plan, helping you not only get well, but also provide the right tools to continue to thrive and optimize your longevity. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Reinhardt is a general dentist who developed a special interest in orthodontics. In 2004 he introduced Invisalign in his practice and became an Elite Provider in 2007. In 2015 he was the first Canadian dentist to win the Invisalign Summit Shootout held at the Invisalign Summit in Las Vegas. In 2016, he founded The C.L.E.A.R. Institute to answer the increase demand of education by dentists in understanding and integrating clear aligner orthodontics in their dental practice. With the soon to be launched C.L.E.A.R. e-Learning platform, Dr. Reinhardt maintains his vision to bring every dentist as comfortable talking and using clear aligners as they are with any type of restoration. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Mitch Tuchman spent this first half of his career as a Silicon Valley software entrepreneur. He then entered investment management with Apex Capital, LLC where he oversaw a $200 million technology portfolio. He founded the first robo-investment firm, MarketRiders, in 2008. By 2012, Tuchman noted that robo-investing needed a “human touch” and he partnered with Scott Puritz to form Rebalance. They recruited an all-star Investment Committee with Princeton Economics Professor Burton Malkiel, author of the classic investment book, A Random Walk Down Wall Street; Dr. Charles Ellis, the former longtime chairman of the Yale University Endowment; and Jay Vivian, the former Managing Director of IBM’s $100+ billion retirement investment funds. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Joshua McLean practices in Denver, Colorado at his office, Cherry Creek South Dental, which he purchased January 2nd 2020. The long established practice is focused on restorative dentistry along with a soon to be opened in-office Whitening Studio. He is a 2005 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. After a GPR at Maimonides Medical Center he practiced in Manhattan for 7 years and then relocated to Denver with his wife and cat. He recently welcomed a son in September 2020. He enjoys the challenges of practice ownership and the personal growth that results. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Mr. Koch joined Henry Schein in 2018 and is Senior Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein’s Global Dental Group. He is responsible for overall leadership of the Global Dental Group, including strategic direction, management, and business performance as well as sales, marketing, operations, business development, and technology solutions. He also leads Henry Schein One and is responsible for the Company’s comprehensive portfolio of practice management software, patient relationship management solutions, and patient demand generation solutions for dental practices. In addition, he is a member of the Company’s Executive Management Committee. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

William (Bill) P. Magee Jr. D.D.S., M.D., is a plastic and craniofacial surgeon who founded Operation Smile in 1982 with his wife, Kathleen S. Magee, and serves as the organization's Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Magee has trained and mentored thousands of physicians worldwide. A featured guest on many network television programs, Dr. Magee is also a sought-after keynote speaker for corporate and national meetings. Dr. Magee received a D.D.S. from the University of Maryland, M.D. from George Washington University Medical School, served his general surgery residency at the University of Virginia Medical School, and received the Fulbright-Hays Scholarship Grant to study in Paris, France with Dr. Paul Tessier in 1975. He then received his plastic surgery training at the Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com 

Dr. Victor Lloro, DDS, PhD, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. He is the co-founder and R&D consultant at Astradentium Health Technologies. Ivan Lloro has two Master's of Science degrees in electrical engineering and space studies. He is the co-founder and CEO of Astradentium Health Technologies. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Nagesh Gidwani has been practicing in Phoenix since 1984, after completing his Masters degree in Oral Pathology and a rotation in Oral Surgery. He also serves on the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners as a consultant. As a general dentist, Dr. Nick (as his patients call him) performs most procedures, but focuses on root canals, crown and bridge and cosmetic dentistry. He also does a lot of teeth whitening, leaving his patients with bright smiles and happy faces. Dr. Nick also teaches at the prestigious Midwestern University Dental School and enjoys imparting his dental skills to dentists of the future. Away from work, Dr. Nick enjoys travelling with his family (especially to South East Asia and Europe), playing the guitar, and reading. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com 

Howard joins Dr. Neil Park on the Chairside Live Dental Insights Podcast to talk about the business of private practice dentistry and what it's like to run a media company like Dentaltown. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Gian Pietro Schincaglia received his Dental degree from the University of Ferrara in Italy and his Periodontal Certificate from the University of Southern California. Since 2003 he has been a Diplomate of The American Board of Periodontology and in 2006 he received his PhD degree in bone biology from the University of Ferrara. From 2007 to 2014 he was Associate Professor in Periodontology and Director of the Graduate Program in Periodontology at the University of Connecticut. He is currently the Chair and Post Graduate Program Director of the Department of Periodontology at WVU. He has been published extensively in peer-review journals. His research activity is focused on implant immediate loading, peri-implant mucositis, periodontal regeneration and bone biology. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Howard recently gave a virtual lecture to the McGill University Dental Practice Management Club about the current state of dentistry and understanding the business side of the profession. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Thomas Nabors has been creating some of the most beautiful smiles in Nashville for over 20 years. He is one of less than 420 accredited cosmetic dentists in the world. He has been a teacher and lecturer for cosmetic and total health dentistry all over the United States and was a co-founder of the first laboratory in the U.S. dedicated to salivary diagnostics, OralDNA Labs. He is a leader in emerging field of tele-density, creating a simplified approach to getting low stress, common sense dental health care advice, virtually. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Hamid R. Abedi, DDS, MS, MBA, earned his dental degree from The Royal London Hospital, in 1991; his MS in the Endodontic Specialty at Loma Linda University in 1995; and his MBA from UC Irvine. Dr. Abedi is an Assistant Professor at Loma Linda University, Department of Endodontics. He enjoys teaching endodontics and has lectured extensively in his specialty field both in the United States and abroad. He has served on the Professional Standards, Peer Review, and Ethics Committees for the American Association of Endodontics. Dr. Abedi still works 10-15 days a month chairside. Thomas comes to Cornerstone with over 36 years in the health care industry. Most recently Thomas was the Senior Leader of all Specialties and Hygiene at Pacific Dental Services for 10 years. He also held Sr. Executive Positions at Nobel Biocare. Thomas holds a bachelor’s degree in health care management from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and Advanced Certificates from Harvard in Leadership and Corporate Strategy. He is a member el

Dr. Travis Campbell is a full-time practicing dentist. He started his practice from scratch after graduating from Baylor College of Dentistry (2009) and has grown this single dentist practice to be in the top 1% in the country. Having made the typical mistakes as a new business owner, he has worked diligently to learn how to become a highly capable business owner. He has a passion for helping others avoid the typical dental business pitfalls and become highly successful business owners, in addition to being Doctors. While Dr. Campbell has become well known for his knowledge/experience in dental business management and efficiency, he is best known for his understanding of dental insurance. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com