The Dental Brief Podcast

Dental Billing Process and ReportingJosh Smith attended the University of Georgia and graduated from UGA’s Terry College of Business in 2009. After college, he quickly joined a dental group. Based out of Savannah GA, he developed a flawless dental billing process which was used in all the group’s practices. Josh Smith is an expert in Dental Billing Process and Reporting.His process raised the entire group’s collections from $9.7 million to $12.25 million in just 22 months! Without the addition of any offices, collections grew 26% and collections percentage skyrocketed from 88% to 98% in that 22 month period.With this success, Josh and two other co-founders birthed Dental ClaimSupport — an industry leading firm that eliminates insurance strain and ensures dentists collect what they produce.To learn more about Dental Claim Support, Click Here *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/

Dedicated to helping others grow, Paula Quinn brings 30 years of clinical dentistry, public speaking and consulting to practices and hygiene teams. Paula comes to the dental world with an elaborate wealth of information on the importance of interoffice communication and working towards team goals. Her background and experiences, in and out of the dental practice, give her a unique skill set that brings value to each of her patients, and her mentoring, speaking, and consulting engagements.Paula started her journey as a dental assistant and front office administrator while putting herself through hygiene school at Indiana University. Upon completion of her dental hygiene degree, Paula moved to Arizona where she continued her education receiving her anesthetic and laser certificate as well as her Bachelor of Science Dental Hygiene at Northern Arizona University. Paula continues to volunteer at the CASS Clinic and lectures at various schools about the importance of dentistry and dental hygiene.Ms. Quinn stays abreast of new developments in the field by attending courses related to neuromuscular disorders, sleep apnea, business management, team development and aesthetic supported hygiene at the Las Vegas Institute and others. She is immersed in the dental industry as a member of the ALD, ADHA, & AzDHA.Aside from owning her own dental practice and several small businesses, Paula is also a practicing dental hygienist, partner and coach at Next Level Consultants and an international educator and speaker for Invisalign & Biolase.To learn more about Next Level Consultants, Click Here *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/

Gum Inflammation is a Major Contributor to Heart and Cardiovascular Disease. We discuss inflammation treatment options and much more!Brandi Hooker Evans is an experienced team trainer, motivational speaker, and an engaging continuing education provider. Brandi has been a clinical dental hygienist since 2007. She uses her master’s degree in health education as well as specialized adult learning tactics to help dentists and their teams achieve their highest potential as professionals.Brandi’s training approach is encouraging and efficient, additionally her enthusiasm is contagious! Dentists and their teams swiftly adopt the skillsets and mindsets needed to achieve healthy patients and practices, all while being healthy providers!To learn more about Stellar Outcomes, Click HereLearn more about Gum Disease and its effects on Heart Health *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/

Dr. Wally Renne is Vice President of Clinical Strategy at Desktop Health and founder of the MOD Institute (Modern Optimized Dentistry) of Charleston, S.C., where he leads all learning and innovation initiatives at the organization. He is a contributing member of MOD Aesthetics, the private practice arm of MOD.Dr. Renne also recently served as a Professor and Assistant Dean of Innovation and Digital Dentistry at the Medical University of South Carolina and earned several national and regional awards for his efforts both pre-clinically and clinically. An active dental researcher, he has published more than 30 studies on scan and milling accuracy using various systems. Dr. Renne also has several patents including a patent for a platform of long-term antimicrobial dental materials.To learn more about Desktop Health go to: desktophealth.com *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/

Cindy Rogers is a practicing hygienist who co-founded rootUon.com. She is the producer and co-host of the Dental Alements Podcast as well as a dental practice and compliance consultant who specializes in OSHA, HIPAA, infection control and employment law.What is rootUon?We are a community of like-minded dental professionals who bring new innovations and services to the dental community. Through collaboration, we are able to provide a wide array of services to dental practices while also providing mentorship to both new graduates and seasoned professionals.  If you would like to reach out to Cindy, Click HereTo learn more about rootUon, go to: rootuon.com *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/

EXPERT solutions for Dental Practices and Dental Professionals to Diagnose and Treat Temporomandibular (TMJ) disorderDr. Shirazi graduated from Howard University College of Dentistry, inWashington D.C. in 2000 and earned a Masters degree in Oriental Medicinefrom SAMRA University in 2006 and is also a board licensed Acupuncturist.He has completed over 2000 hours of continuing education in TMD and facialpain, craniomandibular orthopedics, and sleep disordered breathing.  He hasalso completed a hospital mini-residency in oriental medicine at the ChinaBeijing International Acupuncture Training Centre which is the onlyorganization the World Health Organization (WHO) has authorized to teachinternationally on acupuncture and herbology, and another at Kyung HeeUniversity and Medical Center, the top medical hospital and medical researchschool in Korea.In 2011 through 2016, he became a board licensed RPSGT;Sleep Technologists are licensed to conduct and score sleep studies. He is thefounder of the Bite, Breathe and Balance Podcast, dedicated to themultidisciplinary approach to treating craniofacial pain and sleep disorders inadults and children. Dr. Shirazi is the director of state of the art privatepractices, The TMJ and Sleep Therapy Centre of Conejo Valley and LosAngeles, that are limited to the treatment of TMD, craniofacial pain, Sleepbreathing disorders, and craniomandibular orthopedics.His practice is part ofthe TMJ and Sleep Therapy Centre international family, one of over 65Centres throughout the world, and is located in the beautiful hills of ThousandOaks and Brentwood CA. Personally, Dr. Shirazi enjoys hiking and campingin the state parks, traveling, and speaking. He is married to the love of his lifeKimberly Shirazi, and have welcomed their first son, Maximus. They live inthe Santa Monica Mountains, where they are very close to nature.To learn more about TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre go to: tmjandsleeptherapycentre.com *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/

Upon completing his specialty program in pediatric dentistry at Boston University, School of Graduate Dentistry, Dr Kramer joined the faculty. He served as Assistant Chief of Pediatric Dentistry and was appointed Assistant Chief of Dentistry at Kennedy Memorial Hospital.Whether you’re a solo practitioner, starting or joining a group practice, you must know where you are heading and what the end game is.If you visualize your practice goals, shaping the journey is more likely.Practice transitioning includes many phases from commencement, to growth and finally, to exit strategies. To learn more about Kramer Dental Consulting go to: kramerdentalconsulting.com *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/

Upon completing his specialty program in pediatric dentistry at Boston University, School of Graduate Dentistry, Dr Kramer joined the faculty. He served as Assistant Chief of Pediatric Dentistry and was appointed Assistant Chief of Dentistry at Kennedy Memorial Hospital.  Whether you’re a solo practitioner, starting or joining a group practice, you must know where you are heading and what the end game is. If you visualize your practice goals, shaping the journey is more likely. Practice transitioning includes many phases from commencement, to growth and finally, to exit strategies.   To learn more about Kramer Dental Consulting go to: kramerdentalconsulting.com *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/

Ms. Stephanie Botts has been a full-time clinical dental hygienist for over 13 years. She is a Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist providing both in-office and virtual ergonomics consulting and coaching to dental professionals. She also provides CE to dental and dental hygiene associations on the topic of ergonomics. Her experience as a clinical dental hygienist and ergonomics expert has allowed her to recognize the unique challenges of practicing pain free in the dental setting. Stephanie believes that with learning effective strategies to optimize proper ergonomics both inside and outside the operatory, dental professionals can practice pain free and ensure career longevity.To learn more about Posture Pros go to: posturepros.net *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/

Morgan is a graduate of the University of Arizona school of business. Following graduation, he was commissioned as an officer in the United States Navy and served for over ten years as a Naval Aviator flying carrier-based F/A-18 Hornets. During that time he deployed to Persian Gulf and flew combat missions over Iraq in support of Operation Southern Watch. He also served as a flight instructor and landing signal officer for newly winged Naval Aviators transitioning to the Hornet, training pilots to in air-to-air combat and landing on aircraft carriers.After leaving the Navy, Morgan obtained a master's degree in Accounting with a concentration in taxation from Metropolitan State University of Denver. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and currently serves as the President of HDA Accounting Group leading a large staff of professional accountants and administrators delivering a variety of financial accounting and tax services. Morgan regularly conducts business consulting for over 400 dentists in 45 states helping them analyze financial statements and identifying strategies for profit improvement.Today we discuss Dental Finance in-depth.To learn more about HDA Accounting Group go to: hdagroupdental.com *****  SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/   CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w   WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/