Protrusive Dental Podcast

The first EVER ‘Prospective’ episode of Protrusive – I interviewed new-grad Dr Triman Ahluwalia in 2023, then again 7 months later in 2024 to see how he gets on with his first year as a *real* Dentist 😉 We uncover what it feels to be a freshly qualified Dentist, the pressures and fears that come with procedures such as endo and surgical extractions, but what we can do as growing clinicians to overcome these hurdles. https://youtu.be/9NtKCIVfMLs Watch IC052 on Youtube This episode is packed with lots of top tips to help you in your journey from the ground up, or as a reminder for those that have been there and done that, that we are forever learning on our journey and there’s always something out there to help us become better Dentists. Highlights of this Episode:02:02 Introduction to Dr Triman (2023)03:32 Experiences at Dental School07:15 Procedures You Fear + Sectioning Teeth11:25 Thoughts on Social Media in Dentistry15:26 Documenting Work16:30 Future Career Plans18:00 Additional Comments from Triman19:03 Back to the Future: 2024 Triman Update21:50 Dental Photography Progress23:08 Tricky Dental Procedures Update27:46 The Good and the Bad of DFT32:26 Career Path in Dentistry34:49 Triman’s Top Tips37:06 Wrapping Up Don’t forget to check out the Protrusive App where you can find more awesome tutorials on becoming a more efficient and effective practitioner. If you liked this episode, you will also like IC029 – Young Dentist Thrival Guide  This episode is not eligible for CPD/CE points, but never fear, there are hundreds of hours of CPD waiting for you on on the Ultimate Eduction Plan, including Premium clinical workthroughs and Masterclasses.

Is this the death of impressions for Dentures? Are digital dentures predictable? Time saving? Cost saving? Are all types of dentures suitable for the digital workflow? Even if you don’t use an intra-oral scanner, your lab may be utilising a digital workflow, so it’s a great time to dive deep into this area. Impression Club’s Dr Rupert Monkhouse joins us for another removable prosthetics themed episode where we discuss how digital dentistry is changing the way we make partial dentures and complete dentures. https://youtu.be/P8XBEU5I6kc Watch PDP195 on Youtube Check out Impression Club courses This episode is eligible for 1 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. This episode meets GDC Outcomes A and C. Dentists will be able to: 1. Understand the key differences between traditional impression techniques and digital workflows in denture creation, including the benefits and limitations of both methods. 2. Evaluate the accuracy and efficiency of digital dentures compared to traditional methods and implement best practices for integrating digital workflows into their clinical practice. 3. Effectively collaborate with dental technicians using digital tools, fostering better communication and teamwork to achieve optimal patient outcomes in denture fabrication. AGD code 670 Removable Prosthodontics (Emerging technology or techniques) Highlights of this Episode:03:18 Protrusive Dental Pearl – Understand the Why05:38 Introduction to Dr Rupert Monkhouse8:11 What kind of Dentures can we do Digitally?13:33 What work still requires Impressions?17:05 Which Scanners?19:55 How Accurate?28:24 Should Digital be the Gold Standard?30:55 Immediate Dentures38:55 Cobalt Chromes47:55 Finding great technicians58:08 Impression Club If you liked this, you will also like GF018 Intra-Oral Scanner

How are periodontal diseases managed in general practice? Join us for an engaging conversation with Emma Hutchison, our Protrusive student, as we explore Periodontology (Perio) in the real world. This conversation delves deep into the practical protocols, patient communication strategies, and real-life scenarios every dental student and practicing dentist should be aware of. https://youtu.be/X5ahZ9bzsc4 Watch PS008 on Youtube Highlights of this Episode: 0:37 Emma’s Dental School Experience: Special Care Dentistry 03:02 Emma’s Denture Adjustment Case  06:11 Periodontics Month  06:54 Communicating with Patients about Gum Disease 10:15 Managing Non-Engaging Patients 15:04 The Psychology of Habits 17:13 Referral Protocols in Dental Practice 20:00 Risk Factors in Periodontal Treatment 25:03 Genetic Factors in Periodontal Disease Don’t miss the special notes on An Introduction to Periodontal Diseases available exclusively in the Protrusive Guidance app! This episode is not eligible for CPD/CE points, but never fear, there are hundreds of hours of CPD for Dentists waiting for you on the Protrusive App! For the full educational experience, our Ultimate Education Plan gives you access to all our courses, webinars, and exclusive monthly content. If you love this episode, be sure to recap PS007 – Basics of Indirection Restorations Part 2 – The Crown Fit

It’s your first night on-call and you are bleeped at 3am – there’s a nasty facial laceration waiting for your urgent attention. You have never sutured the face before…”who you gonna call?” – well sometimes even the Ghostbusters will be more helpful than the on-call trainee! https://youtu.be/3RKZG3yy2sU Watch PDP194 on Youtube Our good friend Dr Ameer Allybocus joins us again for another episode where he gives us a lowdown of his experience when he was a DCT trainee many years ago. There is a lot to learn in this podcast from Ameer as he dives into the Trials and Tribulations of being an Oral and MaxilloFacial Surgery DCT during the early years of his career.  There are laughs and tears in this one, so hold on to your seats for an emotional podcast that will leave you wanting more. Highlights of this Episode:  00:00 Introduction01:37 Protrusive Dental Pearl03:26 Introduction to Dr Ameer Allybocus19:40 The MaxFax Beginnings24:00 MaxFax at UCL29:37 MaxFax isn’t all bad36:05 DCT Oral Surgery 42:16 On Call 48:26 Book Recommendations49:15 Working at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital54:13 A Life Changing Experience59:57 MaxFax: Benefits, Tips & Tricks65:26 Tips from Ameer66:25 Trauma and Accidents70:56 MaxFax Puts Dentistry Into Perspective74:33 Closing Words For the full educational experience, our Ultimate Education Plan gives you access to all our courses, webinars, and exclusive monthly content. If you liked this episode, you will also like: Getting Ahead after Dental School 2023 – IC042 – Protrusive Dental Podcast

What makes us reject crowns and send them back to the technician? What are the standards/guidelines to consider before accepting and luting indirect restorations? Join us as we explore the key factors that determine the quality of a crown. From the initial lab communication to the final occlusal checks, we cover it all. This episode is packed with essential tips that are perfect for dental students and professionals alike.  https://youtu.be/ftafglxcBbM Watch PS007 on Youtube Highlights of the episode: 1:33 Emma Hutchison: Student Life and OSCEs 06:44 Handling Lab Work and Fitting Crowns 14:15 Crown Rejections 18:12 Understanding Occlusal Tolerance 20:09 The Importance of Occlusal Precision 22:24 Building a Strong Dentist-Lab Technician Relationship 24:17 Tips for Dental Students 27:46 Microbiology in Dentistry Don’t miss the special notes on Microbial Ecology and Infection Transmission available exclusively in the Protrusive Guidance app! (Join the free Students Section) This episode is not eligible for CPD/CE points, but never fear, there are hundreds of hours of CPD for Dentists waiting for you on the Protrusive App! For the full educational experience, our Ultimate Education Plan gives you access to all our courses, webinars, and exclusive monthly content. If you love this episode, be sure to recap PS006 – Basics of Indirect Restorations Part 1 – Decision Making

Clinician Development Tool: https://protrusive.co.uk/cdt Did you know, there’s a cheaper, quicker and more natural treatment option than using Dental Implants, WITHOUT compromising on longevity? Sounds too good to be true right?  You already know about it. You most likely studied it already at Dental School and just haven’t given it much thought in a clinical scenario. Meet Dr Lukas Huber who will remind us of the power of Autotransplantation for such cases, which in turn can massively help our patients who have missing or hopeless teeth, all while keeping laboratory costs down and success rates up. https://youtu.be/CjUdDsuCWQA Watch PDP193 on Youtube Highlights of this Episode:02:10 Clinician Development Tool03:34 Introduction – Dr Lukas Huber07:40 Autotransplantation Procedure12:45 Example Autotransplantation18:40 Step by Step Autotransplantation26:35 Placing the Donor Tooth30:15 Transplant Restorative Augmentation35:00 Learn more from Lukas I thought that Dr Lukas is an inspiration to all the general Dentists and am so grateful he is part of our Protrusive Community – thanks for sharing your entire protocol! Don’t forget to claim CE Credits on Protrusive Guidance by completing the quiz. Check out Dr Lukas Huber’s Instagram! If you liked this episode, you will also like Atraumatic Extractions

Dr. Sam Sherif, an expert in bond strength, delves into the best bonding agents for long-lasting adhesion in adhesive dentistry. He discusses the importance of following manufacturer guidelines, evolution of bonding agents, differences in dentine and enamel bonding, and optimizing bond strength with various materials like OptiBond FL and SE-Bond 2.

Delving into the world of crowns and bridges, the podcast discusses the materials used in real-world applications and the ongoing debate between direct and indirect restorations. Topics include the decision-making process for onlays versus full crowns and the challenges faced by dental students in treatment planning.

Dr. Jason Smithson discusses decision-making in discolored incisors and their management. Topics include non-vital bleaching success, restorative approaches, ceramic vs. composite, masking metal posts, and shade selection. Explore biomimetic dentistry, evidence-based practices, and the art of versatility in dentistry. Learn about choosing between ceramic and composite materials, enhancing dental skills, and community engagement in dentistry.

Emma Hutchison discusses practical tooth morphology, moving away from textbook ideals. Topics include changing tooth morphology, differences between premolars, and preserving natural morphology. Real-world application and nuances of dental structures are explored in this engaging episode.