Richard Akin
Oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Louisiana, experienced educator and clinician focusing on surgical technique, instrumentation, and training dental teams.
Top 3 podcasts with Richard Akin
Ranked by the Snipd community
Dec 15, 2025 • 47min
Pro Tips on Posterior Immediate Implants and Custom Healing Abutments, with Dr. Rick Akin
Dr. Richard Akin, an innovative oral and maxillofacial surgeon from Louisiana, shares his expertise on immediate posterior implants and custom healing abutments. He highlights the evolution of his chairside techniques with bulk-fill composite for better tissue shaping. Akin stresses the importance of soft-tissue management and collaboration with restorative teams to enhance patient outcomes. He also delves into case selection nuances, the significance of wide-platform implants, and shares practical tips on grafting and surgical precision for achieving optimal results.
Mar 18, 2026 • 54min
Reading the Socket: How Extraction Sites Teach Better Surgery
Dr. Richard Akin, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and educator, shares surgical insights. He discusses how extraction sockets reveal burr marks, bone cracks, flap tension, and root shape. Short, practical takes cover visualization, when to extend flaps, managing loose bone fragments, effective instrumentation, and the vital role of skilled assistants and continuous self-assessment.
Mar 16, 2026 • 56min
No One Cares How Much You Know Until They Know How Much You Care: The Science of Empathy (with Dr. Rick Akin)
Dr. Richard Akin, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and educator focused on empathy and clinician–patient communication. He explores why warmth often matters more than technical skill. Short practices like 90 seconds of focused listening, using a patient’s name, and sitting at eye level can build trust. The conversation also covers empathy fatigue, protecting clinicians, and simple habits to sustain compassionate care.
