Dentistry Uncensored With Howard Farran

"Today is going to be my favorite podcast of all time. You were so motivational to me, so inspirational to me!" -Howard     What is TRAC Research? Are sugar substitutes good, or bad? Why are dentures coming back? Listen now as Rella Christensen, RDH, PhD covers all these topics and more.    In 1960, Dr. Christensen received a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of Southern California, and practiced dental hygiene for over 25 years. She co-founded Clinical Research Associates (CRA Foundation) in 1976, and for 27 years directed this well-known dental products testing institute. Subsequently she served as Chairman of its Board of Directors. Currently she is the team leader of a non-profit institute dedicated to in-depth and long-term clinical studies of restorative materials, preventive dentistry, and dental caries, known as Technologies in Restoratives And Caries Research (TRAC Research). She has presented over 1040 dental continuing education programs, totaling over 5200 hours, at U.S. an

According to Howard, "We need a thousand more Von Grows". You'll agree once you hear how he's impacting the dental industry--all from his Provo, UT dental studio.     Von began working in the industry in 1995, at Dentech Dental Lab. He served a mission for his church in Santiago, Chile for 2 years. After that, he moved to Utah, and worked at Utah Valley Dental Lab for 3 years under the tutelage of Mark Willes, studying cosmetic dentistry, and full mouth rehabilitation. In 2006, he began to take a lot of continuing education. Early influences include: Matt Roberts, Naoki Aiba, Michel Magne, Russell DeVreugd, and Nondas Vlachopoulos. Today, he is the founder of the Dental Technicians Guild, owner of Dark Horse Dental Studio, and Damaged Goods. Son of a factory worker, proud father of 4, passionate about dental technology, but mostly the people in it. He is committed to raising the bar of Dental Technology.    von@DarkHorseDentalStudio.com / 801-653-3430   LINKS:  www.facebook.com/darkhorsedentalstudio  https://

"Yoga is a moving meditation." Listen to Dr Hennington explain THE RIGHT WAY to prepare for your day.    David Hennington has been a solo practitioner in Georgetown, Texas since 1991. He has practiced various styles of yoga regularly for over 15 years and in 2012 was certified as a yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance (RYT-200).   LINKS: www.TradeWinds.com   ARTICLES: http://ecodentistryblog.com/2013/03/13/start-your-day-the-yoga-way-at-the-green-dentistry-conference/     doc@tradewindsdental.com / 512-863-6888 x25

Jill Kring Carter explains why you should acknowledge the little problems at your practice and how to work solve them.   LINKS: WWW.PRACTICEPRUDENCE.COM http://practicemanagement.dentalproductsreport.com/management/how-should-i-pay-my-rdh   www.kickyourapps.com CONTACT: 717-951-9313

Dr. Rasner, a full-time clinician and industry veteran with over 30 years' experience, talks debt, success, and The Protocol Book: What To Do When.   LINKS: www.realizingthedream.com www.dentaltown.com/Dentaltown/OnlineCE.aspx?action=RESULTS&st=rasner www.speareducation.com www.strupp.com www.misch.com www.goldsteingarber.com www.pikosinstitute.com   CONTACT: 1055 N Pearl St, Bridgeton, NJ 08302 (856) 455-7785

Dr. Hyman explains why he constantly invests in his professional future, and how he--and those around him--succeed.   LINKS: www.DrMarkSpeaks.com www.digi-doc.com www.pankey.org www.jamesonmanagement.com www.dentistry.unc.edu/foundation/awards.cfm   CONTACT: W: 336-282-8850 C: 336-456-6728   DRMARK@DRMARKSPEAKS.COM

People aren't searching for what you think they're searching for. Learn how to think like a patient when building your online presence.   LINKS: www.smartboxwebmarketing.com www.buttdrugs.com www.google.com/adwords   CONTACT: www.SmartBoxWebMarketing.com 1-888-741-1413

  "I learned business by putting myself around winners." Listen to Alan Miller explains the AMD story, and the amazing community on Dentaltown.   LINKS: www.AMDLasers.com www.Dentaltown.com   CONTACT INFO: Alan M. Miller President AMD LASERS Toll Free 866-999-2635  Direct 317.202.9530 ext 101    Email alan@amdlasers.com 

"I scan ALL MY PATIENTS." --Dr. Neal Patel. Listen as he explains exactly why 3D Cone Beam is so cool.   LINKS:   DrPatel@infinitesmiles.com   www.InfiniteSmiles.com  

The vast majority of Americans with sleep apnea are still undiagnosed. Dr. Avi Weisfogel explores, in depth, the care and support that every sleep dentistry patient needs in order to live happier.   LINKS: www.AASM.org   www.SLEEPMED.com   www.DSMELITE.com   ARTICLES: Dr. Glassman's HOWARD SPEAKS podcast   ApneaLink Plus CONTACTS: AVIWEISFOGEL@GMAIL.COM   DRBGLASS@GMAIL.COM dentalsleepmasters@gmail.com

Is it possilbe to work less days and make more money?  Can vacations boost productivity?  Should new graduates take out more loans to buy a practice?  Dr. Bill Blatchford answers these questions and more in this hour podcast interview with Dr. Howard Farran. Blatchford.comIf you are considering buying a practice or want to learn more, call Dr. Blatchford at 541-389-9088

Most dental offices think they have insurance under control, but often there are thousands of dollars slipping through the cracks.  Listen as Jill describes specific systems and training to maximize reimbursement and minimize accounts receivable. JillCoonInc.com Contact Jill at jill@jillcoon.com or 561.319.4743 Jill Coon on:FacebookTwitterYoutube Jill Coon's Bio: Jill Coon is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Business Consultant who has been in the dental field for 30 years. Jill is a dental virtual office manager who assists the dental practices across the country with their daily operations to allow practices to focus on patient care and customer service. Jill began her career in dentistry at the age of 16 as an oral surgery assistant. While studying for her degree in Science at Palm Beach Community College, she trained to become a dental assistant. Three years later, she became a full-time hygienist and has been practicing for 26 years. She has managed dental offices nationwide since 1997.  

Dr. Terry Shaw from Perth-Andover, in New Brunswick, Canada, has been placing composite since 1984.  Listen as he shares advice on composite bridges, composite crowns, composite rehabs, why you don't need pins with composite and why you don't need liners & bases under composite. Dr. Shaw's profile on the Dentaltown forums: dkdocterry One of Dr. Shaw's recent composite cases on the Dentaltown forums: http://www.dentaltown.com/MessageBoard/thread.aspx?s=2&f=101&t=241484&v=1

Dentistry is physically demanding. Whether you are a dentist, hygienist, manager, or dental assistant, improving your physical condition will enhance everything you do. John F Kennedy said, “Physical fitness is the basis of all forms of excellence.”  In this episode Dr. Uche Odiatu shares some of his best advice and motivation for dental professionals from years of experience. Dr. Odiatu's website: FitSpeakers.com

Dr. Sameer Puri is the founder of cerecdoctors.com and THE expert in CEREC CAD/CAM technology.  Listen as he and Howard discuss the benefits that CEREC brings to dental offices. cerecdoctors.com Dr. Sameer Puri's Dentaltown forum profile: Socalsam

Dr. Guy Moorman started dental school at Emory University in 1965 and has been going strong ever since. After 50 years of dentistry and a love for root canals, Dr. Moorman has advice for the new dentist who is about to do their first molar endo.

Judy Kay email address - JudyKay@PracticeSolutionsInc.net  Practice Solutions Inc. - PracticeSolutionsInc.net   Judy Kay Mausolf’s Ta-Dah Philosophy is about harnessing the power of passion, joy and celebration to bridge the gap between potential and performance. The philosophy embraces positive principles, practical practices, and proven pearls of wisdom to produce the results you desire! Research shows that the cost of lack of engagement and lost potential is: 22% loss of profitability, 21% loss of productivity, 45% higher turnover, 41% more patient safety incidents, 37% more absenteeism and 41% less quality of care! Judy Kay teaches dentists and managers how to grow their practices by becoming better leaders, getting their teams to work together and delivering service with more passion and fun. She provides your team with what they need to know on how to have a better attitude on a daily basis. She works with you and your team to develop communication skills that are critical to your success. She teach

Edward J. Zuckerberg, D.D.S.,F.A.G.D. is a 1978 Graduate of NYU College of Dentistry. He owned his own practice in Dobbs Ferry, NY from 1981-2013 and has always been an early adopter of technology, introducing his first PC in the office in 1986 and completely fully networking his home based office with high speed internet access in 1996. Dr. Zuckerberg’s  early adoption of technologies including digital radiography, CAD/CAM & creation of a paperless office caught the attention of Industry leaders who enlisted him to lecture, write articles and beta test new technologies.  The advanced technology in the home helped launch his son, Mark's, the founder of Facebook, interest in computers.  With his wife of 35 years, Karen, a retired Psychiatrist, they also have 3 daughters, Randi, former Marketing Director at Facebook and now CEO of Zuckerberg Media, Donna, who recently received her Classics Ph.D at Princeton & Arielle, who is working for a tech startup in San Francisco as a Product Manager.  Dr. Zuckerbe

Shaun Keating has been doing dental lab work since Junior High when his brother was a senior at USC dental school.  This inspired him to become a lab technician and eventually found the award winning dental laboratory, Keating Dental Arts.  What's unique about Shaun is his willingness to get on Dentaltown.com and help dentists improve their impressions, preps, and even practices.  Shaun cares about the dentists he works with and the quality of dentistry that passes through his lab.  Listen as Howard and Shaun dive into these topics and more in this hour of the Howard Speaks Podcast. KeatingDentalArts.com Shaun's Dentaltown.com username: keats Full Transcript (PDF)

When Tanner Milne realized that there was no commercial real estate broker in the Phoenix valley who specialized in helping dentists, he created Menlo Group CRE.  Since then he has brokered over 1000 real estate transactions for dentists and advises them on leases, renewals, purchases, and new builds.  Listen in on this episode to avoid some of the biggest mistakes dentists make in commercial real estate.   MenloCRE.com tanner@menlocre.com 480-659-1777 ext 104