The Very Dental Podcast Network

Alan Mead
The Very Dental Podcast Network

The Very Dental Podcast network brings you entertaining and relevant conversations with visionaries, clinicians and your friends in the dental space.

  1. Very Clinical: Getting People Really Numb with Mohamed Abo-Basha

    -2 J

    Very Clinical: Getting People Really Numb with Mohamed Abo-Basha

    In this second episode of the great Very Clinical/Very Dental Studen Podcast crossover, Zach and Kevin discuss with Mohamed Abo-Basha how to get confident with local anesthesia.   They dive into anesthesia techniques, the best way to numb different teeth, the use of various anesthetics, and troubleshooting methods for when you miss!    Episode index:   04:34 Dental School Hangout Spots 07:59 Discussion on Anesthesia Techniques 22:34 Challenges with Anesthetic Techniques 23:13 Kevin's Approach to Tooth 19 25:41 Standing Up for Anesthetic Administration 28:50 Troubleshooting Anesthetic Issues 35:20 Advanced Injection Techniques 38:26 Efficient Use of Anesthetic Time Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even  their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!

    43 min
  2. -3 J

    Very Dental Student: Back to School with Zach and Kevin!

    In this episode of the Very Dental Student Podcast, Mohamed is joined by Kevin and Zach in an exciting crossover with the Very Clinical Podcast! Kevin and Zach take a walk down memory lane talking about dental school stories. After that, they discuss a range of topics including detailed insights on current clinical protocols for posterior restorations, and their thoughts on materials like amalgam and composite. They also share practical advice on the importance of isolation, rubber dams, and the evolving technology in dental materials.    Episode Index:   03:39 Good Memories from Dental School 06:43 Bad Memories from Dental School 11:32 Dental School Practices: Then vs. Now 19:40 Rubber Dams in Dental School 21:08 Isolation Techniques: Rubber Dam vs. Isovac 23:37 Sectional Matrices and Posterior Restorations 24:31 Kevin's Approach to Posterior Restorations 27:00 Zach's Approach to Posterior Restorations 30:35 Amalgam and Glass Ionomer Usage 35:16 Future of Direct Restorations and 3D Printing   Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even  their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!

    42 min
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    Very Dental: Michael Anderson on Leveraging AI for Productivity

    In this episode of The Very Dental Podcast, Alan welcomes back frequent guest Michael Anderson from the Wonderist Agency!   They dive into how AI tools like Gemini, Chat GPT, Claude and Descript can significantly enhance productivity in the dental space as well as your whole life! From generating show notes and job descriptions to revolutionizing dental charting and patient interaction, Michael discusses the practical applications and future potential of AI.   The conversation also touches on the ethical considerations and transformative impact of AI in both professional and personal realms.   Some links from the show: The Wonderist Agency Google Gemini Chat GPT Anthropic's "Claude AI" Descript AI Episode index: 02:27 Discovering Descript for Show Notes 05:08 Michael's Journey with AI 09:37 Practical Applications of AI Tools 16:09 Future of AI in Dental Practices 27:50 Exploring AI's Potential in Content Creation 29:27 Ethical Concerns and AI in Education 33:29 The Smart Speaker Phenomenon and AI Adoption 35:23 Practical Applications of AI in Daily Life 39:21 AI Tools for Dentists and Marketing 45:51 Creating Authentic Content with AI Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even  their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!

    51 min
  4. Very Clinical: Dr. Meena Barsoum is Hard (DS) Core!

    12 NOV.

    Very Clinical: Dr. Meena Barsoum is Hard (DS) Core!

    In this episode of the Very Clinical Podcast, Kevin and Zach welcome back Dr. Meena Barsoum from Chicago to delve into the advancements of the PrimeScan 2 and the DS Core platform.   They discuss the intricacies of DS Core, including its cloud-based storage, digital data aggregation, and practice-enhancing features like enhanced sharing and AI-powered crown design. The conversation also covers the benefits of integrating cloud-based solutions into dental practices, the future of AI in dentistry, and the practical improvements these technologies bring to daily workflows.    Some links from the show: Primescan 2 CDOCS Episode Index: 01:46 Discussing Worst Movie Sequels 05:33 Introduction to DS Core 06:55 DS Core Features and Benefits Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even  their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!

    32 min
  5. AME: On Time Travel and Political Polling

    11 NOV.

    AME: On Time Travel and Political Polling

    Alan navigates the post-election landscape, reflecting on the inaccuracy of political polling and how the personal practice of writing emails to his future self has made this whole election season more interesting.  Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even  their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!

    14 min
  6. Very Clinical: Introducing the Primescan 2 with Dr. Meena Barsoum

    5 NOV.

    Very Clinical: Introducing the Primescan 2 with Dr. Meena Barsoum

    In this episode of the Very Clinical Podcast, hosts Zach Meiners and Dr. Kevin "Hair" Fryer dive into the world of digital dentistry with special guest Dr. Meena Barsoum.   The conversation features a detailed overview of the newly introduced PrimeScan 2! They highlight its wireless, cloud-based capabilities that facilitate efficient scanning without being tethered to local hardware. Meena shares his experience implementing the PrimeScan 2 in his practice, demonstrating the benefits of digital patient records for diagnostics and communication. The trio also discusses favorite movie sequels, baseball heartbreaks, and tips for enhancing patient acceptance through innovative technology. Some links from the show: Primescan 2 CDOCS Episode Index: 01:34 Baseball Memories and Heartbreaks   05:39 Favorite Movie Sequels   08:15 PrimeScan 2 Features and Benefits   18:14 Digitizing Dental Practices   24:30 Challenges and Solutions in Digital Dentistry   30:44 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser   Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even  their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!

    32 min
  7. 4 NOV.

    Very Dental: The Era of Smart Curing Lights is Here with Kevin Walburg

    In this special Michigan-centric episode of the Very Dental Podcast, Alan is joined by Kevin Walberg from Garrison Dental Solutions. They discuss the launch of Garrison Dental's groundbreaking new product—a curing light named ‘Loop’. Kevin reveals the technology and development behind this curing light, which includes features like self-calibration and real-time adjustment based on distance from the tooth. The Loop ensures consistent power output and improves curing accuracy, addressing common issues dentists face with traditional curing lights. The episode also touches on the evolution of dental products and the practical challenges in everyday dental practices. The Loop is available starting today! Garrison is offering Very Dental listeners a discount to go take a look at the Loop. If you use the code "SO1124MEAD" for 10% off of any "non light curing" product and $100 credit off a future purchase if they buy a curing light! Some links from the show: Garrison Dental Solutions The Loop, Garrison's new smart curing light! Episode index: 00:34 Meet Kevin Walburg from Garrison Dental Solutions   02:23 History and Evolution of Sectional Matrices   03:24 Challenges with Curing Lights in Dentistry   05:36 Importance of Curing Light Maintenance   12:17 Innovative Features of the new Loop from Garrison Dental Solutions   19:38 Curing Light Precision   20:49 Price Range of Curing Lights   22:23 Self-Analyzing Curing Lights   23:09 Smart Curing Light Features   24:05 Calibration and Power Adjustment   30:35 Upcoming Events and Demonstrations   34:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even  their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!

    38 min
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