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In this episode, Dr. Schmidt talks with Susan Cotten, a dentistry oral cancer coach and founder and CEO of Oral Cancer Consulting. She developed The Cotten Method, an oral cancer screening metod and dental oral cancer office system. She describes how she found her mission to advocate for great utilization of oral cancer screening methods in dental offices as a way of saving lives. Early detection is key and she describes in detail the techique for screening and incorporating this process into a dental team's workflow.

In her career, Cotten has performed over 60 thousand oral cancer screenings. She is the Dental Lead for the Alliance for HPV Free Colorado, an instructor for National Network for Healthcare Hygienists, an RDH Advisory Board member at The Oral Cancer Foundation, and director with Dental Codeology Consortium.

Cotten is a 2018 recipient of the Sunstar RDH Award of Distinction, recipient of the Colorado Dental Hygienists’ Association Ethyl Covington Award and Outstanding Contribution Award. Susan founded MAD (Make A Difference) for Healthy Smiles as a 2010-2011 member of Donny Osmond’s Make a Difference program and received Volunteer of the Year from the Oral Cancer Foundation in 2011.

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In this episode, Dr. George Schmidt connects with Dr. Laila Hishaw, a trailblazer in the area of mentorship and belong. She shares an important program she's developed that seeks to bring more diversity to dental school. Dr. Hishaw is on a mission to elevate excellence and equity in dentistry through mentorship and inclusion strategies through her lectures, workshops, and executive leadership consulting. Listen now.

In the latest episode, Dr. Schmidt talks with Samuel B. Low, DDS, MS, MEd, professor emeritus at the University of Florida College of Dentistry and associate faculty member of the Pankey Institute. They discuss a wide range of subjects including periodontics, laser dentistry and implant placement. They also address techniques for caring and working with Boomers to Gen Z, and how to create strong connections with people. Low will lead several courses at AGD2024, July 17-20 in Minneapolis.
Low is also a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and past president of the American Academy of Periodontology. He is currently on the board of directors of the Academy of Laser Dentistry. Low provides dentists and dental hygienists with the tools for successfully managing the periodontal patient in general and periodontal practices and is affiliated with the Florida Probe Corporation. He was selected Dentist of the Year by the Florida Dental Association and Distinguished Alumnus by the University of Texas Dental School, and he is a recipient of the Gordon Christensen Lecturer Recognition Award. He is a past president of the Florida Dental Association and a past American Dental Association trustee.
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In this episode of the AGD Podcast Series, George Schmidt, DMD, FAGD, talks with Maggie Augustyn, DDS, a practicing general dentist and dental practice owner, whose work includes a focus on wellness and emotional strength to help lead healthy and fulfilling lives and careers. She speaks and writes extensively on these topics and during this podcast shares some of her approaches to finding self acceptance and other tools to accomplish personal and professional goals. Listen now.

In the latest episode, AGD podcaster Dr. George Schmidt talks with James Klim, DDS, about ways to incorporate cosmetic and restorative dentistry into their practices. Dr. Klim shares strategies for managing complex cases and utilizing advanced dental technologies to enhance smile outcomes and improve patient outcomes. Dr. Klim is an internationally recognized speaker, author, manufacturing consultant, beta tester, and biofunctional and aesthetic CAD/CAM dentistry teacher. He discusses the techniques and life lessons that help him find meaning in his work, shares his knowledge about the field, and ensures that he delivers the care his patients deserve. Dr. Klim is the founder and director of the Klim Institute/ CADStar CAD/CAM Learning Center.  His practice facilitates post-graduate education for dentists worldwide, emphasizing 3D/CAD/CAM digital dentistry and 3D x-ray Cone Beam diagnostics.

AGD Podcast host George Schmidt, DMS, FAGD, talks with Jeffrey L. Gurian, DDS, known as the “Doctor of Happiness,” and one of the only dentists with a long-standing career in comedy, about surviving a career in dentistry utilizing positive thinking and humor. Dr. Gurian, who is the keynote speaker for this year’s AGD scientific session, has performed and worked with some of the biggest stars in comedy, from Rodney Dangerfield, Joan Rivers, and Andrew “Dice” Clay to Bill Burr, Nick Kroll, and John Mulaney. He is a motivational speaker and bestselling author on happiness, mindset, and changing negative thinking to positive thinking. In this podcast, he explores some of the topics he’ll cover in July, such as balancing a dentistry career while staying connected to your “inner child” and creating your own “happiness center.”