Ain't That the Tooth

The South Florida District Dental Association
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A biweekly podcast by the South Florida District Dental Association where we take you into our dental community with perspectives on all kinds of topics in and out of dentistry.

  1. 2D AGO

    A Wake-Up Call From the Future for Dentists

    Send us a text Join us today in a frank discussion with Drs. Chris Bulnes and James Wilson on the future of dentistry. Their article, titled the same as this podcast episode, appeared in the West Coast District Dental Association's Check-Up, its monthly newsletter, and in the ADA's Morning Huddle. It delivers a cautionary tale important for dentists today.

    32 min

  2. OCT 30

    Dentist Day on the Hill - It's Easy to Participate!

    Send us a text Today, we focus on planning and organizing participation in Dentist Day on the Hill, an advocacy event organized by the Florida Dental Association that brings dentists to the Capitol to educate legislators on dental issues. Jamie Graves, FDA Governmental Affairs Coordinator, joins to provide details on the why, what, when, and where. From logistics and scheduling meetings with legislators to the importance of building relationships and the significance of member involvement in advocacy efforts, we hope you will walk away with a better understanding of this member benefit. We hope to see you "on the hill."

    27 min

  3. OCT 10

    Preserving Our History, Expanding Access, Raising Awareness, and Making a Difference

    Send us a text Meet ADA Commons, the digital repository that collects and preserves national, state, and local publications and research for the dental community. If you’ve never heard of it, here is your chance to learn more about it with Digital Archivist & Publishing Librarian, Alisun DeKock, and Ellen Thieme, Digital Archives Assistant, ADA Library & Archives - and you might consider archiving your essential documents and research too. The South Florida District Dental Association welcomed the opportunity to place their newsletters and podcast recordings on this fantastic platform, at no cost, and is now reaching new audiences and potential new members.

    44 min

  4. SEP 12

    Special Needs Patients & The Blue Cloud with The Silver Lining!

    Send us a text Joining us today is Dr. Melissa Meincken, of the Miami Children's Surgery Center. The center is part of the Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers across the United States. They provide an extension of dental procedures to dentists in working with special needs pediatric patients. She will explain how they work hand in hand with dentists in the community to provide services for their patients.

    31 min

  5. AUG 21

    The American Dental Association – The Good, The Bad and Why You Can’t Live Without it.

    Send us a text Joining us today is the Executive Director of the Florida Dental Association, Drew Eason. Listen to this frank discussion on the American Dental Association’s challenge to stay relevant and why its existence is necessary.

    55 min

  6. AUG 6

    The Path From Dental School to Leadership

    Send us a text Today, we speak with Dr. Bert Hughes, Secretary of the Florida Dental Association. Dr. Hughes speaks frankly about his experience and the path for minority dentists from dental school to practicing to taking up the mantle of leadership in organized dentistry.

    47 min

  7. JUL 23

    Family, Community, and Mentorship

    Send us a text Meet the Phanords, a father and twin sons dental trio who place family values, community, and mentorship at the top of their priorities, creating a welcoming environment for their patients as well as future dentists. Listen as Dr. Roger Phanord and his sons, Drs. Kevin and Kyle Phanord discuss opening their practice to aspiring dentists and providing a space where they can grow.  Find them on Instagram and Facebook - phanorddental

    48 min

  8. MAY 7

    Mastering the Difficult Conversation

    Send us a text Today, our guest, Dr. Muhalab Al Sammarrie, will share his experiences and how he learned to work through difficult conversations. By listening to himself and opening up to understanding others, he will offer a series of thoughts and ideas that help difficult conversations end with better outcomes.

    44 min
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About

A biweekly podcast by the South Florida District Dental Association where we take you into our dental community with perspectives on all kinds of topics in and out of dentistry.

Information

  • Creator
    The South Florida District Dental Association
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    85
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Ain't That the Tooth
  • Show Website
    Ain't That the Tooth