Protrusive Dental Podcast

Dr Lane Ochi is such a legend that I wanted to throw ALL of Dentistry’s tough questions at him – and as you guys requested, it’s MOSTLY about CRACKS! Dr Ochi practiced in Beverley Hills for 43 years and embodies the Protrusive values of a lifelong learner, avid sharer and with so much humility. Dr Lane Ochi and another of my mentors Dr Michael Melkers will be visiting London on 27th and 28th July in London for a 2 Day course. Click here to book on! https://youtu.be/ox9Jqc_f4pY Watch PDP175 on Youtube The Protrusive Dental Pearl – Intraoral Photographs: encourage your patient to capture intraoral photos on their phone, giving them a copy for reference. This empowers the patient to stay informed, facilitating their understanding and ownership of the situation Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below! Highlights of this Episode: 01:24 The Protrusive Dental Pearl 03:40 Dr. Lane Ochi 09:11 Amalgam Restorations 16:16 2 Types of Wearers 19:27 Virgin Teeth  20:00 Mechanical Failures in Dentistry 27:33 Force Management to Prevent Cracks 34:35 Micro Leakage – When to and When Not to Intervene? 39:32 Should you chase cracks? 45:17 Second Molar Problems 48:41 Posterior Severe Wear without Anterior Tooth Surface Loss 53:42 Management of Symptomatic Cracks 57:42 Direct Composite Overlay Protocol Join the Nicest and Geekiest Community of Dentists in the World: Protrusive Guidance ​​If you liked this episode, you will also like I Hate Cracked Teeth with Kreena Patel – PDP028

Explore the reactivation process of Immediate Dentine Sealing in follow-up appointments, local anaesthetic importance, fit and adjustment of dental restorations, cleanliness in dental preparation, benefits of IDS in adhesive dentistry, and CPD opportunities.

The podcast discusses immediate dentine sealing and its significance in improving bonding and restoration longevity. They explore topics such as the importance of maintaining cusps in partial coverage restorations, the significance of air abrasion in dental procedures, and the challenges of preventing adhesive and prime from getting on the enamel. They also introduce a new app and online platform called 'Protrusive Guidance'.

In this podcast, the host discusses the importance of not underselling yourself in the dental industry. He shares personal stories and advice on how to gain confidence and charge the right amount. The podcast emphasizes the value of dentistry and highlights the harmful effects of giving discounts without informing patients. It also explores the mindset issues that may lead to underselling and emphasizes the need to charge a fair fee based on patient objectives and goals.

Dr. Patrick Grossmann, a retired orthodontist with 30 years of experience in TMD treatment using an orthopaedic approach, joins the podcast to discuss different viewpoints in TMD management. They emphasize the importance of treating both muscles and internal derangement, the complexities of TMD, etiological factors and common themes, dental appliances and their effectiveness, variability and quality issues in MRI interpretation, the importance of disc placement and MRIs in jaw growth, and a treatment approach for TMJ issues.

This podcast episode explores various topics related to occlusion in dentistry for dental students and new grads. Some of the interesting topics discussed include the importance of checking occlusion before starting any work, the use of a face bow in dentistry, and the benefits of using a face bow transfer for dental procedures. The episode also emphasizes the need to embrace technological advancements in dentistry and encourages continuous learning and improvement for dental students.

The podcast discusses the trustworthiness of gut instinct in dentistry and treatment planning, highlighting the importance of experience and mentorship. It emphasizes the significance of building rapport with patients and seeking guidance from mentors. The episode also introduces Intaglio, a platform connecting dentists with mentors, and explores the future of dental mentoring.

Orthodontists discuss using aligners in deep bite correction, addressing protocols, attachments, and bite ramps. They explore the predictability and overcorrection of aligner treatment. The use of Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs) and misn tabs for deep bites is highlighted. They emphasize the importance of patient selection and attachments for successful results.

Dr. Daniel Cattell, an expert in cosmetic dentistry, joins the podcast to discuss the challenges of patients changing their minds about veneers. They emphasize the importance of consent protocols, communication, and involving significant others in decision-making. They also recommend an app for dental treatment previews and discuss the subjective nature of beauty in cosmetic dentistry. Other topics covered include selecting patients for treatment, managing patient expectations, and the importance of record-keeping and seeking advice in challenging cases.

This podcast episode explores the functionally generated path technique as a solution for occlusal errors in 'funky occlusions', such as Class II Div 1 or AOB patients. Dr. Tom Bereznicki shares insights on using the technique with Duralay and expired composite for teeth restoration. The episode also discusses the importance of having a good relationship with dental technicians and highlights various aspects of the functionally generated path technique, including lab processes, protocols, and its comparison to custom incisal guidance tables.