

Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert
Dental Digest Institute & Dr. Melissa Seibert: Dentist
The Dental Digest podcast is a show dedicated to discussing the latest trends, topics, and innovations in the field of dentistry. The podcast was created and is hosted by Dr. Melissa Seibert, a practicing dentist, and features interviews with leading experts in the field of dentistry, including dentists, researchers, educators, and industry professionals.
Topics covered on the show range from clinical techniques and technology to practice management and marketing strategies, with a focus on providing actionable insights and practical advice for dental professionals at all stages of their careers.
The Dental Digest podcast is available on all major podcast platforms and is a valuable resource for dental professionals looking to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices in the field of dentistry.
Topics covered on the show range from clinical techniques and technology to practice management and marketing strategies, with a focus on providing actionable insights and practical advice for dental professionals at all stages of their careers.
The Dental Digest podcast is available on all major podcast platforms and is a valuable resource for dental professionals looking to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices in the field of dentistry.
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Sep 8, 2023 • 28min
190. Peter Milgrom, DDS - Are Sealants Better Than Silver Diamine Flouride (SDF)?
DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off olsenna.com Olsen Facebook Olsen Instagram Olsen Linkedin Olsen Youtube https://www.oneplacecapital.com/ Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Dr. Peter Milgrom is Professor of Oral Health Sciences and Pediatric Dentistry in the School of Dentistry and adjunct Professor of Health Services in the School of Public Health at the University of Washington. He directs the Northwest Center to Reduce Oral Health Disparities. He holds academic appointments at Case Western University, University of Rochester, and University of California, San Francisco. He maintains a dental practice limited to the care of fearful patients and served as Director of the UW Dental Fears Research Clinic. Dr. Milgrom's work includes research on xylitol, the effectiveness of fluoride varnish and iodine in preschoolers, clinical efficacy and safety of diammine silver fluoride, motivational strategies to increase perinatal and well child dental visits in rural communities, and studies of cognitive interventions in pediatric and adult dental fear. The NIH, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, HRSA, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation support his work. Dr. Milgrom is author of 5 books and over 300 scientific articles. His latest book, Treating Fearful Dental Patients, was published in 2009. Dr. Milgrom was Distinguished Dental Behavioral Scientist of the International Association for Dental Research for 1999. In 1999, and again in 2000, his work was recognized by the Giddon Award for research in the behavioral sciences in Dentistry. He received the Barrows Milk Award from IADR in 2000, recognizing his work for public health including the development of the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program in Washington State. In 2003, Dr. Milgrom received a Special Commendation Award from the National Legal Aid and Defenders Association and the University of Washington Medical Center Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award. In 2010, he received the Aubrey Sheiham Research Award for his work on xylitol. He serves on scientific review committees for the NIDCR, NIMHHD, NINDS, Center for Scientific Review at NIH and as a consultant to the FDA. In 2005, Dr. Milgrom was appointed the SAAD Visiting Professor of Pain and Anxiety Control at the King's College Dental Institute, University of London, UK for a six-year term. In 2008 he was awarded the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa from the University of Bergen, Norway in recognition of his work in social and behavioral dentistry. In 2012, he received the University of California, San Francisco Dental Alumni Gold Medal for his contributions to Dentistry. In 2012 he was also awarded the Norton Ross Award for Excellence in Clinical Research by the American Dental Association. In 2013, he was appointed to the Council of Scientific Affairs of the American Dental Association. In 2014, he received the Irwin M. Mandel Distinguished Mentor Award from the IADR. In 2015, he served as HMDP Expert in Dental Public Health for the Singapore Ministry of Health. Dr. Milgrom received his DDS from the University of California, San Francisco in 1972 and had a previous position at the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. In the last few years, Dr. Milgrom has spoken to dental associations in Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Philippines, and USA and at major universities in USA and abroad.

Sep 1, 2023 • 34min
189. Richard Price, DMD, PhD - Should We Preheat Composite?
Richard Price, DMD, PhD discusses warming composite for dental restorations and its impact on material adaptation. They also explore the dangers of LED lights in dentistry and the importance of eye protection. Additionally, the podcast covers the technique of layering composite in dentistry and the challenges of long-term color stability.

Aug 25, 2023 • 36min
188. Nate Lawson, DMD, PhD & Joana Cunha-Cruz, DDS, PhD - The Power of the Practiced Based Research Network
Practice Based Research Network DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off olsenna.com Olsen Facebook Olsen Instagram Olsen Linkedin Olsen Youtube https://www.oneplacecapital.com/ Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin https://www.kokicheducation.com Joana Cunha-Cruz, D.D.S., M.P.H., Ph.D., has joined the faculty of the UAB School of Dentistry to foster research collaborations and support the work of the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN). As a Professor and Director of Practice-based and Community-based Research, she will also serve as National Director of Communications & Dissemination for the National Dental PBRN (NationalDentalPBRN.org) and the Assistant Director of its South Central Region. Her appointment is in the Department of Clinical & Community Sciences, Division of Behavioral & Population Sciences. Cunha-Cruz is a public health and clinical researcher with more than 10 years of public health academic experience. She uses oral epidemiology, behavioral and implementation sciences and evidence-based practice methods to understand and improve dental practices and systems for better health and health equity. "I am thrilled that Dr. Cunha-Cruz has joined our team." said Gregg Gilbert, D.D.S., M.B.A., Distinguished Professor and chair of the Department of Clinical & Community Sciences. "With her background in the public health and clinical research arenas, as well as her expertise in strategic partnerships, she will help us enrich our collaborative research efforts within the department, school, and university, as well as nationally. We are delighted to welcome her aboard." Cunha-Cruz earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the State University of Pernambuco and holds Master's and PhD degrees in Public Health – Epidemiology from the State University of Rio de Janeiro. She joins UAB from the University of Washington Schools of Dentistry and Public Health in Seattle, WA, where she conducted NIH-funded community-based and practice-based studies and taught epidemiology and critical appraisal of the literature. Nathaniel Lawson DMD PhD is an Associate Professor and the Director of the Division of Biomaterials at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. He graduated from UAB School of Dentistry in 2011 and obtained his PhD in Biomedical Engineering in 2012. He has served as an investigator on over 75 research grants, published over 200 articles, abstracts, book chapters, and periodicals related to dental materials. His research interests are the mechanical, optical, and biologic properties of dental materials and clinical evaluation of new dental materials. He was the 2016 recipient of the ADA Stanford New Investigator Award, the 2017 3M Innovative Research Fellowship, and the 2020 Mentor of the Year Award from the American Association of Dental Research. He has lectured nationally and internationally on the subject of dental materials. He also works as a general dentist in the UAB Faculty Practice.

Aug 18, 2023 • 51min
187. Pat Allen DDS, PhD - Grafting Recession Defects
DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off olsenna.com Olsen Facebook Olsen Instagram Olsen Linkedin Olsen Youtube https://www.oneplacecapital.com/ Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin https://www.kokicheducation.com As a former full-time Professor of Periodontics and current full-time private practitioner, Dr. Allen combines his recognized teaching abilities and clinical skills to present a practical multimedia course on current oral plastic surgical techniques. His passion for teaching and the structure of the courses allow participants to immediately apply the new procedures in their practices. Dr. Allen has served as President of the American Academy of Periodontology Foundation, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. Currently, he is the Periodontal Section Editor for the Journal of Esthetic Dentistry and serves on the Editorial Boards of the Journal of Periodontology and the International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Allen is the recipient of the Distinguished Alumnus Award from Baylor College of Dentistry Periodontics Residency Program, the Master Clinician Award from the American Academy of Periodontology, and the President's Award for Excellence in Dental Education from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. In 2019, he was honored with the AAP Gold Medal Award, the highest award bestowed by the Academy. He has published over 100 articles in the area of esthetic surgery and has presented numerous lectures and surgical demonstrations worldwide.

Aug 10, 2023 • 37min
186. Vince Kokich Jr, DDS - Fixed or Removable Orthodontic Retainers?
DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off olsenna.com Olsen Facebook Olsen Instagram Olsen Linkedin Olsen Youtube https://www.oneplacecapital.com/ Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin https://www.kokicheducation.com Dr. Kokich Jr. received his dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1996 and completed a general practice residency at the University of Washington Medical Center in 1997. He remained at the University of Washington for his orthodontic training where he obtained his Masters in Orthodontics in 1999. Since then he has remained on faculty in the Department of Orthodontics as an Affiliate Assistant Professor while maintaining a private practice in Tacoma, Washington. He has received the Charles L. Pincus Research Award for Clinical Research from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and his current research and publications are primarily involved with esthetic, interdisciplinary dentistry. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists and a member of both the Angle Society and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He has written or co-written four book chapters as well as numerous scientific and review articles. Dr. Kokich Jr. has given over 240 lectures nationally and internationally on interdisciplinary dentistry and dental esthetics emphasizing comprehensive treatment planning and the importance of properly sequencing orthodontic, periodontal, and restorative treatment.

Aug 5, 2023 • 46min
185. Dr. Jason Smithson & Dr. Ricardo Mitrani - Spear Summit Part 2
DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off olsenna.com Olsen Facebook Olsen Instagram Olsen Linkedin Olsen Youtube https://www.oneplacecapital.com/ Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Jason Smithson is an internationally renowned cosmetic and reconstructive dentist formerly of London's Harley Street Medical District, he is now based in St Agnes, Cornwall where he offers dentistry, dental-education and medico-legal expert witness services World-class crowns, veneers and direct composite resin artistry are delivered with uncompromising standards bespoke to the patient's individual requirements. He is considered to be the 'Dentist's Dentist' and regularly treats other dentists; many of whom travel from throughout the UK to see him. Dr Smithson is an 'In Demand' presenter and is perhaps the most prolific in the UK. He is considered by his peers to be an authority on aesthetic dentistry and has presented to audiences on every continent over the past 10 years. He is a true innovator and pioneered the use of Dental Operating Microscope in teaching Direct Resin Artistry to other dentists in the UK; he is the author of numerous articles and a book on crowns in aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Mitrani has authored many scientific articles and chapters in textbooks on implant prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry. He has given more than 500 lectures in 30 countries, maintains a private practice in Mexico City limited to prosthodontics and implants, serves as an instructor in Spear Seminars, frequently contributes to Spear Digest, and develops numerous lessons for Spear Online. A member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the International College of Dentistry, Dr. Mitrani also serves on the editorial boards of numerous peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry and the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry. He holds academic affiliation at the National University of Mexico and serves as affiliate associate professor at the University of Washington. Dr. Mitrani received his D.D.S. degree from the UNITEC University of Mexico City. He then obtained a certificate in prosthodontics and M.S.D. in dentistry from the University of Washington, where he served as the graduate prosthodontics program's assistant director in 2001.

Aug 2, 2023 • 40min
184. Richard Price DMD, PhD - The Danger of Under-curing Composite
DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off olsenna.com Olsen Facebook Olsen Instagram Olsen Linkedin Olsen Youtube https://www.oneplacecapital.com/ Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Dr. Richard Price is a Prosthodontist and Director of Digital Dentistry in the Faculty of Dentistry at Dalhousie University. He received his BDS from the University of London, England and his DDS from Dalhousie's Faculty of Dentistry. He completed his specialty in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Michigan in 1984 and in 2001 he completed his Doctorate in Oral Technology and Dental Materials at the University of Malmö, Sweden. He is actively involved in research on dental resins, curing lights and teaching light curing. He has made numerous presentations, authored more than 160 peer-reviewed articles, and co-authored the chapter on Light Curing in the 7th edition of Sturdevant's textbook 'Art and Science of Operative Dentistry'.

Jul 22, 2023 • 1h 8min
183. Jeff Rouse, DDS; Rebecca Bockow, DDS; Greg Kinzer, DDS, MSD - Spear Summit
DOT olsenna.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083386410139 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cevi_dental/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cevi-dental/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cevi_dental Jeffrey S. Rouse, D.D.S. maintains a private practice in San Antonio, Texas and practiced with Drs. Gregg Kinzer and Frank Spear in Seattle, Washington. In 2017, he became a member of the Resident Faculty at Spear Education in Scottsdale, AZ. He was also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio from 2004-2019. After graduation from dental school in San Antonio, Dr Rouse completed a 2-year General Practice Residency at the University of Connecticut Health Science Center. He practiced family dentistry for twelve years before returning to school. Dr Rouse received his specialty certificate in Prosthodontics from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2004. He is a member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, the American College of Prosthodontists, and past president of the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Rouse has written numerous journal articles including a portion of the "Annual Review of Selected Dental Literature" published each summer in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. He has a textbook published in 2016 by Quintessence titled "Global" Diagnosis: A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning written with his teaching partner, Dr. Bill Robbins. Furthermore, he has contributed chapters on porcelain veneers and anterior ceramic crowns to three editions of a dental textbook. Dr. Rouse lectures nationally and internationally on a wide variety of topics ranging from dental esthetics to airway prosthodontics. For his entire career, Dr. Kinzer has been committed to furthering the art and science of dental education. He is highly recognized lecturer both nationally and internationally and continues to serve as an Affiliate Assistant Professor in the department of Graduate Prosthodontics at the University of Washington. In addition, he is the Director of Curriculum and Campus Education at Spear Education in Scottsdale, AZ., where he also resides as full time faculty. Dr. Kinzer is a member of many professional organizations including the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, where he sits on the Executive Council. He serves on the editorial review board for several recognized dental publications and has written numerous articles and chapters for dental publication. He has been honored with the American College of Prosthodontics Achievement Award and most recently has been awarded the 2018 Saul Schluger award for clinical excellence in diagnosis and treatment planning. Dr. Bockow is a board-certified orthodontist and periodontist. She lectures internationally on topics ranging from interdisciplinary treatment planning to airway and sleep disorders, skeletal growth and development, and corticotomy-facilitated orthodontic therapy. Upon completion of her dental degree at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, Dr. Bockow practiced as a general practitioner in the Seattle area for two years. She ultimately decided to return to school and completed her dual training in orthodontics and periodontics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her master's in oral biology during dual residency. Dr. Bockow serves as an instructor in Spear's Interdisciplinary Treatment of Esthetic Dilemmas seminar and has also served as an affiliate assistant professor at the University of Washington in the Department of Orthodontics. She maintains a private practice in the Seattle area limited to orthodontics and periodontics.

Jul 9, 2023 • 45min
182. Vince Kokich Jr., DDS - Next-Level Orthodontics
DENTAL ONLINE TRAINING link DOT: Use DENTALDIGEST for 10% off Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Dr. Kokich Jr. received his dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1996 and completed a general practice residency at the University of Washington Medical Center in 1997. He remained at the University of Washington for his orthodontic training where he obtained his Masters in Orthodontics in 1999. Since then he has remained on faculty in the Department of Orthodontics as an Affiliate Assistant Professor while maintaining a private practice in Tacoma, Washington. He has received the Charles L. Pincus Research Award for Clinical Research from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and his current research and publications are primarily involved with esthetic, interdisciplinary dentistry. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists and a member of both the Angle Society and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He has written or co-written four book chapters as well as numerous scientific and review articles. Dr. Kokich Jr. has given over 240 lectures nationally and internationally on interdisciplinary dentistry and dental esthetics emphasizing comprehensive treatment planning and the importance of properly sequencing orthodontic, periodontal, and restorative treatment.

Jul 4, 2023 • 27min
181. Jim Janakievski, DDS, MSD - Socket Shield Technique
DENTAL ONLINE TRAINING link DOT: Use DENTALDIGEST for 10% off Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Jim Janakievski D.D.S., M.S.D. Jim Janakievski received his D.D.S. from the University of Toronto, which was followed by a general practice residency. After several years in general practice, he completed his post-graduate training at the University of Washington, where he received a certificate in Periodontology with a M.S.D. degree and a fellowship in Prosthodontics. He began his academic position at the University of Washington as assistant director of Graduate Periodontics and is currently an affiliate assistant professor. Dr. Janakievski is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He is a reviewer for several dental journals and has published in the area of interdisciplinary dentistry, dental implants and tooth autotransplantation. Dr. Janakievski teaches at Spear Education in Scottsdale Arizona. In addition, he participates in practice based clinical research through the McGuire Institute. He maintains a private practice in Tacoma, Washington.


