Dentistry Uncensored With Howard Farran

You'll hear why Dr. Volker joined Dentaltown, how to get into cosmetic dentistry, and why to continue your education.   Dr. Volker graduated from the Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery. He is the Chairman of the New Dentist Committee and a member of the Continuing Education Committee for the New York State Academy of General Dentistry.  Dr. Volker is a Diplomate of the World Congress of Minimally Invasive Dentistry, and is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and the American College of Dentists. He is a clinical attending at the Coler-Goldwater Specialty Hospital and Nursing Facility on Roosevelt Island, and is in private practice in New York, with an emphasis on cosmetic and minimally invasive dentistry. Dr. Volker has published articles and lectures on such topics as cosmetic dentistry, minimally invasive dentistry, dental materials and dental implants   DentCare Dental 4701 Queens Blvd Suite 407 Sunnyside, NY 11104   (718) 937-6750

Why recent grads have no implant training, what they can do about it, and how VIZSTARA fits into that equation.   Dr. Elian is a former assistant professor and head of the Division of Implant Dentistry at New York University College of Dentistry (NYUCD) Department of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry. Renowned for his expertise in the evaluation and retreatment of implants, Dr. Elian completed his DDS degree and postgraduate studies in prosthodontics and implant dentistry at NYUCD.     Dr. Elian was director of the Fellowship Program in Implant Dentistry and the director of Experimental Research at NYUCD. He consults on product development for industry manufacturers and is an inventor and expert in both cell culture and tissue engineering. An international instructor, Dr. Elian is a visiting professor at the University of Chietti, Italy, and Tong Ji University, China, as well as Honorary Professor at El Instituto de Investigaciones Craneo Dento Maxilo Facial de la Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud in Argent

Dr. Park talks about the origins of MegaGen, the first revolution of implantology, and why a second one has already happened.   Dr. Kwang Bum Park graduated Kyung Pook National University, School of Dentistry of Korea in 1985. He finished his residency in periodontics in 1988. After three years of academic teaching and research at Kyung Pook National University, he has been practicing periodontic and implant surgery since 1993. He founded a private dental institute ‘Perio-Line,’ and trained hundreds private practitioners on the topic of clinical perodontics and implant dentistry. He was a visiting scholar at the UCLA School of Dentistry, Department of Periodontics in 2000. In 2001, as a founding member, he started a dental hospital network called ‘MIR Dental Network’ which now compises of 21 large multidisciplinary dental hospitals throughout the Korea. He is presently CEO and Chairman of an implant manufacturing company ‘MegaGen’ which he started in 2002. He is the director of MINEC Dental Education Center w

Dr. John C. Kois DMD MSD, director of the Kois Center in Seattle, WA, explains that just because you have a new toy doesn't mean you're good at using it. He also addresses his 'hitman' mentality of the past and his joyous 'healer' attitude today.    Dr. Kois received his D.M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine and Certificate in Periodontal Prosthodontics with a M.S.D. degree from the University of Washington, School of Dentistry. He maintains a private practice limited to Prosthodontics in Tacoma and Seattle and is an Affiliate Professor in the Graduate Restorative Program at the University of Washington. Dr. Kois continues to lecture nationally and internationally, is a reviewer for many journals and is the co-Editor in Chief for The Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry. Dr. Kois is the recipient of the 2002 Saul Schluger Memorial Award for Clinical Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, and received a Lifetime Achievement Award from both the World Congress

Patients trust you do take care of their whole mouth. You shouldn't think of yourself as just a general dentist; you are an oral physician!   Dr. Isaac Tawil shares the inspiring words that remind him to always do great work.   345 Kings Highway, Brooklyn, NY 11204 (718) 236-1234   Dr. Tawil received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from New York University College of Dental Surgery and has a Masters degree in Biology. He also has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology.   Dr. Tawil has received his fellowship with the International Congress of Oral Implantology, and the Advanced Dental Implant Academy and recognition for Outstanding Achievement in dental implants from the Advanced Dental Implant Academy. He has also received an advanced periodontal training certificate from Harvard school of Dental Medicine, as well as, the President's Service Award for his volunteer work in places like Honduras, Tijuana, and Lima Peru. He volunteered his time along with several other dentists to provide dental care and implant

Would you treat someone for chlamydia over and over again without checking their partner? Maybe you shouldn't treat for perio disease without checking their partner either!   Dr. Burton Langer earned his dental degree from Tufts School of Dental Medicine. He received his Certificate in Periodontics and Masters Degree in Science from Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry in 1966.   He was a former Associate Clinical Professor of Periodontics and the Director of Post Graduate Clinical Periodontics at Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.   Dr. Langer was one of the first periodontists  trained in osseointegration by Professor Per-Ingvar Branemark in 1983. His development of new modalities of therapy, such as the early re-entry procedure for bone grafts, the ridge augmentation procedure, the subepithelial connective tissue graft and various flap procedures for implants, have become standard methods of treatment.     Dr. Langer h

"I would like to see every general dentist put an implant in a healthy person with good bone." Listen to Gordon Christensen explain part of his life mission.    Gordon J. Christensen is Founder and Director of Practical Clinical Courses (PCC) and Senior Consultant for Clinicians Report (CR) in Utah. PCC is an international continuing education organization that provides courses and videos for all dental professionals. CR offers unbiased research on thousands of dental products. Gordon's degrees include: DDS, University of Southern California; MSD, University of Washington; PhD, University of Denver; an Honorary Doctor of Science from Utah State University, and an honorary Doctor of Dental Education and Research from Utah Valley University. Gordon is a practicing prosthodontist in Provo, Utah. Gordon and Rella's sons are both dentists. William is a prosthodontist, and Michael is a general dentist. Their daughter, Carlene, is a teacher.   Gordon J. Christensen - Practical Clinical Courses 3707 North Canyon Road

Knowing how to perform a certain task really well is not enough to be considered a master. To master anything, learn the theory first and then the practice.   Dr. Smiler graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dentistry in 1964. He attended Boston University, Graduate School of Dentistry, earning a Masters of Science degree in 1968. Following an oral surgery internship and residency at Roosevelt Hospital, New York, he returned to California in 1969, establishing his oral surgery practice. Dr. Smiler has published numerous articles in dental professional literature and contributed to periodicals and text books. He lectures extensively and participates in symposiums both domestically and internationally at universities, academy meetings and implant conferences. He maintains a private practice in Encino, California.   www.smiler.net (818) 995-8601

Dr. Pikos shares in depth information about today's techniques, and tells how to learn the 'Why' of education.   Dr. Michael A. Pikos - Dr. Pikos is originally from Campbell, Ohio. He attended The Ohio State University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. He also graduated with honors from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. Dr. Pikos completed an internship at Miami Valley Hospital and residency training in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, Montefiore Hospital. He is a well published author who has lectured extensively on dental implants in North and South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. He is also the founder and CEO of the Pikos Institute. Since 1990 he has been teaching advanced bone and soft tissue grafting courses with alumni that now number more than 3000 from all 50 states and 32 countries. Dr. Pikos maintains a private practice which is limited exclusively to implant surgery in Palm Harbor, Florida.   Dr. Michael Pikos Pikos In

We hear dentists say "soft skills don't matter" or "If I just do good work, people will come see me". The fact is that if you believe some of the dentistry dogmas, you're hurting your practice!   Dr. Goodheart graduated from Fort Hays State University in Hays, KS with a degree in Medical Technology (Clinical Pathology Laboratory Tech). He moved from central Kansas to Kansas City and began working in a large medical reference lab, specifically microbiology and immunology. After five years, he ended up as department clinic supervisor and decided to look into dental school. He graduated from UMKC School of Dentistry and then completed a General Practice Residency at the Kansas City VA Med Center. He then purchased a practice in the Kansas City area and has been solo-practitioner in his office since 1995. He completed his Fellowship in the AGD in 2008 and most recently completed his MBA at Oklahoma State University.       6530 Raytown Road, Raytown, MO 64133 / tgoodheart@goodheartdental.com

"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

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  "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