Digital Dentistry Decoded

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Digital Dentistry Decoded brings you inside conversations with leaders shaping the future of dental technology. Join Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny as he explores how innovations like AI, 3D printing, and advanced imaging are transforming patient care and practice workflows. Hear candid insights from the innovators themselves on emerging trends, clinical applications, and what's coming next. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just getting started with digital tools. This podcast decodes the rapidly evolving world of digital dentistry to help you stay ahead of the curve.

  1. I Have Used Every Scanner on the Market. Here's What Nobody Tells You.

    3 DAYS AGO

    I Have Used Every Scanner on the Market. Here's What Nobody Tells You.

    Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny has tested over 30 intraoral scanners, and in this episode he reveals what the industry won't tell you about investing in digital dentistry. Ahmad joins Dr. Luken de Arbeloa on the DSD Quarterback Dentist podcast to cut through the marketing noise and give dentists the honest breakdown they actually need. From a $25,000 3D printer that ended up collecting dust to the real reason only 10% of dentists ever go beyond scan-and-send, this conversation covers the digital dentistry investment decisions that matter most. Ahmad shares his top five intraoral scanners currently in clinical use (including CEREC Primescan, Shining 3D Elite, TRIOS 5, Medit i900, and Alliedstar), explains why education should always come before any equipment purchase, and discusses the CAD software barrier that still holds most clinicians back. Whether you're just starting out with digital dentistry or trying to figure out what comes after the scanner, this episode is for you. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 - Teaser and Opening 00:29 - Welcome and Guest Introduction 02:17 - How Pain Led to Creating iDD 03:17 - Ahmad's Origin Story in Digital Dentistry 04:36 - The 3M True Vision Moment That Started It All 05:53 - Misinformation Still Plagues the Industry 06:56 - Education as Your First Investment 08:43 - Real Stories of Costly Equipment Mistakes 09:28 - From E4D to CEREC, Why Ahmad Owns So Many Scanners 10:44 - The $25,000 EnvisionTEC Printer Mistake 12:16 - Getting Objective Advice from Trusted Sources 13:15 - 30+ Scanners Tested and Reviewed 14:05 - Ahmad's Top 5 Intraoral Scanners for Clinical Use 15:48 - Alliedstar, Best Value Scanner on the Market 17:16 - iTero's Role in Interdisciplinary Dentistry 18:14 - The Course That Changed Ahmad's Career 19:17 - Digital Dentistry Is an Evolution, Not a Revolution 20:19 - From 20 Minutes to 30 Seconds, Scanning Mastery 21:44 - Why Digital Dentistry Shouldn't Be a Separate Specialty 23:35 - First Course Recommendation for Beginners 25:02 - Soft Tissue Management and Scanning Technique 26:24 - Different Pathways, Smile Design vs CAD/CAM vs Aligners 27:08 - Make Your Impression Material Expire 27:55 - Building Your Digital Roadmap 30:22 - Why Only 10% of Dentists Go Beyond Scan-and-Send 32:00 - The Smartphone as Your Most Powerful Digital Tool 33:24 - Diagnose Your Practice Before Buying Equipment 34:35 - The Intraoral Scanner Is Your Gateway to Digital 35:28 - 3D Printing, 70-80% of Dentistry Can Be Printed 36:33 - CBCT, Facial Scanners, and Beyond 37:02 - Ahmad's Final Thoughts on Digital Investment 38:20 - In-House Manufacturing vs Lab Partnerships 39:30 - 3D Printing vs Milling, Choosing the Right Output Device 39:54 - The CAD Software Barrier Nobody Talks About 41:43 - Why Digital Dentistry Has Never Been This Exciting 42:43 - Reducing Stress Through Digital Workflows 43:14 - Closing Thoughts and What's Next 🔗 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE iDD Scanner Reviews: https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/category/intraoral-scanner-reviews/DSD Quarterback Dentist Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalSmileDesignOfficial 📲 Let's be social! Follow iDD on the following platforms:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/instituteofdigitaldentistryInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/idigitaldentistry/LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/company/instituteofdigitaldentistryTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@idigitaldentistryTwitter/X - https://twitter.com/iDigitalDentist 📍Institute of Digital DentistryAt the forefront of digital dentistry education - your digital dentistry journey starts here!https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/ 📚 Join iDD's Free Academy and get instant access to over 40+ Free digital dentistry courses and eBook PDFs!https://idd.to/freeacademy 💻 Check out our online course bundles:https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/bundles/ 🎙️Listen to our 'Digital Dentistry Decoded with iDD' podcast on your favorite streaming platform now! #IntraoralScanner #DigitalDentistry #DentalTechnology

    44 min
  2. Is iPad Scanning the Next Major Market Trend? A Conversation with Medit’s Matt Mock

    30 JAN

    Is iPad Scanning the Next Major Market Trend? A Conversation with Medit’s Matt Mock

    Is iPad scanning about to reshape the intraoral scanner market? In this episode of Digital Dentistry Decoded, Dr. Ahmad sits down with Medit's Matt Mock to find out. Matt Mock, Senior Director of Education Marketing at Medit, joins Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny for an in-depth conversation about where digital dentistry is headed. They discuss Medit's remarkable transformation over the past year, their shift from hardware-focused company to software solutions provider, and what the i900 Mobility's iPad-based approach signals for the broader industry. The discussion covers a lot of ground, from the surprising utilization gap between 3D printers and mills in dental practices, to the new Ortho Suite with AI-powered treatment planning that had orthodontists buzzing at AAO. Matt shares candid insights on why scanner accuracy has become largely commoditized, the technical realities of Wi-Fi scanning, and the design philosophy behind Medit Link Express's streamlined interface. Dr. Ahmad and Matt also dig into what's coming from Medit in 2026, including new diagnostic features, software innovations, and some hints at future hardware developments. Plus, they tackle the most common questions dentists have been asking about iPad scanning. Whether you're a Medit user curious about what's next or simply interested in where intraoral scanning technology is headed, this conversation delivers practical insights straight from the source. Read the full blog post: https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/podcast/s04-e04-is-ipad-scanning-the-next-major-market-trend-with-medits-matt-mock/ 00:00 Introduction and Medit's Year in Review  02:35 The Digital Dentistry Ecosystem Beyond Scanning  04:56 3D Printers vs Mills: The Utilization Gap  08:17 3D Printed Crowns and the Materials Question  12:40 Training Your Team for Digital Workflows  15:12 Medit Ortho Suite: AI-Powered Treatment Planning  21:22 Lat. Ceph Tracing and 3D Treatment Objectives  27:12 Has Scanner Hardware Reached Its Ceiling?  30:39 New Imaging Technologies: OCT and Beyond  31:50 Medit i900 Mobility: iPad Scanning First Impressions  39:34 Wi-Fi Setup and Router Requirements Explained  45:22 Apple Chips vs Windows Laptops for Scanning  47:27 Medit Link Express: Simplified Software Design Philosophy  52:22 i900 Mobility FAQs with Matt Mock  54:04 Future iPad Features and Apps Coming to Mobility  56:52 What's Coming from Medit in 2026  1:00:36 Closing Thoughts Subscribe for weekly digital dentistry insights, honest scanner reviews, and the latest industry news. 📲 Let's be social! Follow iDD on the following platforms:  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/instituteofdigitaldentistry  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/idigitaldentistry/  LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/company/instituteofdigitaldentistry  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@idigitaldentistry  Twitter/X - https://twitter.com/iDigitalDentist 📍Institute of Digital Dentistry At the forefront of digital dentistry education - your digital dentistry journey starts here! https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/ 📚 Join iDD's Free Academy and get instant access to over 40+ Free digital dentistry courses and eBook PDFs! https://idd.to/freeacademy 💻 Check out our online course bundles: https://instituteofdigitaldentistry.com/bundles/ 🎙️Listen to our 'Digital Dentistry Decoded with iDD' podcast on your favorite streaming platform now! https://idd.to/podcast #MeditI900Mobility #iPadScanning #IntraoralScanner #DigitalDentistry #MeditScanner #DentalTechnology #DigitalDentistryDecoded #iDD

    1h 1m
  3. 5 Digital Trends Transforming Dentistry in 2026 with Rune Fisker from 3Shape

    16 JAN

    5 Digital Trends Transforming Dentistry in 2026 with Rune Fisker from 3Shape

    Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Rune Fisker, former VP of Product Strategy at 3Shape and current Executive Advisor, about the top digital dentistry trends for 2026. The discussion covers five key areas: AI agents entering clinical workflows, generative AI in daily practice, intraoral scanning reaching the standard of care status, the rapid rise of 3D printing technology, and the challenges of connecting dental ecosystems. Fisker shares insights on adoption barriers, material limitations, and integration challenges while reflecting on 2025's developments and predictions for the year ahead.

    57 min
  4. TruAbutment Unveils T-Marker - iPad-Based Full-Arch Workflow Solution

    31/12/2025

    TruAbutment Unveils T-Marker - iPad-Based Full-Arch Workflow Solution

    Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Jay Kim, VP of Business Development at TruAbutment, discussing the company's 2025-2026 product roadmap and industry trends. Kim reveals TruAbutment's iPad-based T-Marker photogrammetry system, full workflow integration plans, and entrance into 3D printing materials. The conversation covers market conditions, scanner commoditization, the photogrammetry versus horizontal scanbodies debate, and AI integration in dental technology. Kim provides detailed explanations of upcoming products, including Dual Align Scanbodies, bite capture devices, and flexible printing materials, while discussing strategic positioning for practices at different full-arch case volumes.

    47 min
  5. Osteon Medical - The Truth About Full-Arch Digital Workflows

    28/11/2025

    Osteon Medical - The Truth About Full-Arch Digital Workflows

    In this episode, Ahmad speaks with Julio Rojas, Director of Product Development at Osteon Medical, about the development of the NEXUS iOS system—the first horizontal scan body solution for full-arch digital workflows. The discussion covers Osteon's origins as a university startup and specialized milling center, the technical challenges of achieving passive-fit restorations from intraoral scan data, and the market resistance faced when introducing the technology in 2020. Julio explains the accuracy requirements for digital full-arch cases, manufacturing considerations, and the recently launched Nexus Connect platform that opens the system to independent labs.

    46 min
  6. New Leadership, New Vision - Dentsply Sirona’s CEO Speaks to iDD

    30/10/2025

    New Leadership, New Vision - Dentsply Sirona’s CEO Speaks to iDD

    Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Dentsply Sirona's new CEO, Daniel Scavilla, and Max Milz at DS World 2025 in Las Vegas, marking CEREC's 40th anniversary. Scavilla discusses his transition from spine robotics to dental, drawing parallels between medical and dental digital adoption. The conversation covers major announcements, including CEREC on DS Core, new milling options (Primemill 2-motor and CEREC Go), 3D diagnostics capabilities, and AI integration. The discussion explores barriers to chairside dentistry adoption, the future of cloud-based platforms, and the coexistence of milling and printing technologies in modern dental practices.

    51 min
  7. Shining 3D Intraoral Photogrammetry Deep Dive - Clinical Workflows and Common Pitfalls

    30/09/2025

    Shining 3D Intraoral Photogrammetry Deep Dive - Clinical Workflows and Common Pitfalls

    Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Jorge Hernandez (National Sales Manager) and Jerico Elomari (Senior Application Engineer) from Shining 3D about their latest product developments and clinical applications. The discussion covers the Aoralscan Elite's intraoral photogrammetry technology, addressing specific clinical challenges, including blood interference with scanning and proper cleaning protocols for coded scan bodies. The guests detail new releases, including the Elite Wireless, AccuFab F1 DLP printer, MetiSmile MR with jaw tracking capabilities, and a nitrogen curing unit. The conversation explores practical implementation considerations, the importance of team training, current 3D printing applications in clinical practice, and future developments in digital dentistry workflows. Technical specifications, pricing, and troubleshooting methods are discussed throughout.

    57 min
  8. SprintRay Acquires EnvisionTec after Desktop Metal's Financial Collapse

    02/09/2025

    SprintRay Acquires EnvisionTec after Desktop Metal's Financial Collapse

    In this episode, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny interviews Amir Mansouri, CEO and co-founder of SprintRay, about the company's recent acquisition of EnvisionTEC's assets following its bankruptcy under Desktop Health. The discussion covers the strategic rationale behind the acquisition, immediate plans for supporting stranded EnvisionTEC customers, and SprintRay's entry into the dental laboratory market. Mansouri explains how the asset purchase includes patents, IP, and customer lists while avoiding liabilities. The conversation explores the differences between chairside and laboratory markets, cross-platform resin compatibility plans, and the future of both brands within the dental 3D printing industry. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:45 - The EnvisionTEC Story 00:04:16 - Acquisition Details 00:07:40 - Customer Support Plans 00:09:23 - Cross-Platform Compatibility 00:13:13 - Lab Market Strategy 00:17:53 - Brand Future 00:21:08 - Industry Consolidation 00:24:48 - What's Next 00:28:53 - Closing

    30 min
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Digital Dentistry Decoded brings you inside conversations with leaders shaping the future of dental technology. Join Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny as he explores how innovations like AI, 3D printing, and advanced imaging are transforming patient care and practice workflows. Hear candid insights from the innovators themselves on emerging trends, clinical applications, and what's coming next. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just getting started with digital tools. This podcast decodes the rapidly evolving world of digital dentistry to help you stay ahead of the curve.

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  • Creator
    Institute of Digital Dentistry
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Institute of Digital Dentistry
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    Digital Dentistry Decoded

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