Everyday Oral Surgery

Being an oral surgeon is difficult enough as it is, but when you try to juggle that with raising a family and maintaining a marriage, it can feel impossible. Today on Everyday Oral Surgery, Dr. Anthony Morlandt joins us to share how he found harmony with surgery and family life. In this episode, you’ll hear all about his career and family, why he believes having systems is imperative in oral surgery, and how you can set them up. We delve into how to balance family life, work, and hobbies before discussing some tips for getting through residency as a spouse and parent. We even discuss the resilience of oral surgeons’ children and why they should be put above everything else. Finally, our guest answers our usual rapid-fire questions. This episode is incredibly helpful for any oral surgeon who has or wants to have a family and a successful career, so be sure to press play now!Key Points From This Episode:A brief overview of today’s guest, Dr. Anthony Morlandt. Dr. Morlandt tells us about his children and incredible wife. The importance of having highly reproducible systems in oral surgery. Key pieces of advice for anyone wanting to set up systems. How to balance family life and work while trying to have hobbies. The importance of communicating with our spouses well. How Dr. Morlandt leverages calendars to balance his life. Some tips for getting through residency while having a family. Why children of oral surgeons are particularly resilient. Dr. Morlandt reminds oral surgeons that your children are most important. Our guest answers some of our rapid-fire questions. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Anthony Morlandt on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-morlandt-md-dds-facs-493a4090/ Dr. Anthony Morlandt Email Address — morlandt@uab.edu Dr. Anthony Morlandt on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/anthonymorlandt/ Illness as Metaphor — https://www.amazon.com/Illness-Metaphor-AIDS-Its-Metaphors/dp/0312420137 Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Dr. Artem Krutyansky, an oral maxillofacial surgeon and academic at Columbia University, shares his unique journey from dental school to a full-body cosmetic fellowship. He discusses the crucial role of mentorship and hands-on training in transitioning to cosmetic surgery. Dr. Krutyansky also emphasizes balancing family life with demanding residency obligations. He provides insights on becoming board-certified and offers tips for those considering a career in facial reconstructive surgery, while sharing his favorite tools and even a TV series recommendation!

Tennessee-based oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Anthony Urbanek pioneered a new style of TMJ device that resolves TMJ disorders effectively and comfortably by eliminating jaw joint inflammation while you sleep. Today, we learn about the Urbanek Device and how it works, and we begin with Dr. Urbanek’s professional history and how he developed his non-surgical TMD treatment protocol. We unpack the Urbanek Device in detail by exploring its origins, how it’s used, and how it has redefined how TMD is treated. Then, we look closer at the history of TMJ and TMD, TMD patient demographics, why the Urbanek Device and NTI are non-comparable, and why today’s guest felt drawn toward a non-surgical solution as a practicing surgeon. To end, Dr. Urbanek describes the conditions under which his device wouldn’t work, and he explains why having gardening experience will give you a leg-up in oral maxillofacial surgery. Key Points From This Episode:Dr. Anthony Urbanek’s professional history and current practice setup. How he discovered his non-surgical treatment protocol for TMD. The ins and outs of the Urbanek Device. Unpacking the history of TMJ and TMD treatments.Exploring the demographics of TMD patients. Why Dr. Urbanek, as a surgeon, felt compelled to find a non-surgical TMJ solution. Comparing the NTI device with the Urbanek Device. Understanding the causes of TMD. The shared characteristics of the patients on which the Urbanek Device didn't work.How to learn more about TMJ, Dr. Urbanek, and his TMD treatment protocol. Crossing the Chasm, gardening, removing tooth number 12, and Being There.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Anthony Urbanek — https://www.urbanektmj.com/Dr. Anthony Urbanek on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtonyurbanek/ Dr. Anthony Urbanek on X — https://x.com/anthonyurbanek Dr. Anthony Urbanek on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/drtonyurbanek/ Dr. Anthony Urbanek on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/drtonyurbanek/ Urbanek TMJ Device & Protocol |Brentwood — https://www.tmjservicesofbrentwood.com/  Urbanek Seminar | November 1st — https://www.urbanektmj.com/urbanek-seminar Crossing the Chasm — amazon.com/Crossing-Chasm-3rd-Disruptive-Mainstream/dp/0062292986 Being There — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078841/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

What does it take to build a thriving cosmetic and orthognathic surgery practice? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Randy Sanovich to discuss the ins and outs of running a cosmetic and orthognathic surgery. Dr. Sanovich is a dual board-certified facial cosmetic and oral and maxillofacial surgeon based in Dallas, Texas. He practices out of Dallas Surgical Arts, a premier cosmetic and oral surgery center that offers a comprehensive range of facial, neck, and oral-maxillofacial procedures. In our conversation, Dr. Sanovich explains his journey from purchasing an existing practice to transforming it into a largely cosmetic and orthognathic surgery-focused clinic. He provides insight into building a niche market, navigating patient expectations, and maintaining a balanced work-life approach. Dr. Sanovich also shares valuable advice for budding surgeons looking to establish their own practice and outlines strategies for marketing, patient management, and leveraging relationships with orthodontists and dentists. He also unpacks the evolving role of digital marketing, using Google reviews, the power of referrals, how cosmetic and orthognathic cases can complement each other, and more. Join us to learn the nuances of running a cosmetic surgery and how to make your practice stand out in a competitive market with Dr. Randy Sanovich!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Dr. Sanovich’s training, expertise, and practice setup.How he grew his cosmetic and orthognathic practice with digital marketing.The range of patients he receives and the types of surgeries he focuses on.Explore how he establishes trust with his patients and competing surgeons. Learn about the typical hurdles and challenges of starting your own practice.He shares valuable tips for starting your own practice and the pitfalls to avoid.Hear how he maintains a balance between cosmetic and orthognathic surgeries.Uncover how Dr. Sanovich has grown his patient base through word-of-mouth. Recommendations for handling high-maintenance cosmetic patients. What Dr. Sanovich enjoys the most about the cosmetic side of dentistry. Discover the benefits of adding cosmetic services to a traditional oral surgery practice.Final takeaways for budding surgeons and how to contact Dr. Sanovich.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Randy Sanovich — https://www.dallassurgicalarts.com/about-us/our-team/dr-randy-r-sanovich-dds/Dr. Randy Sanovich on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/drrandysanovich/Dr. Randy Sanovich Email — randysanovich@dsa.liveDr. Randy Sanovich Phone — 352-278-1776Dallas Surgical Arts — https://www.dallassurgicalarts.com/Greenlights — https://www.amazon.com/Greenlights-Matthew-McConaughey/dp/0593139135The Perfect Couple — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11514868/Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Essentialism, at its core, is the belief that everything has its place but not every place is for everything; everything has its own characteristics that make it what it is. This philosophy urges us to accept and embrace everything that makes us unique, and in Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, Greg McKeown invites us to focus on what matters and cut out all the rest. We use Greg’s book as source material for this episode, and to begin, returning guest Dr. Ben Hechler shares his thoughts on the book’s overarching premise. We unpack the many things that unnecessarily take up our time, how setting goals allows you to refocus on what’s really important, tips for creating a more balanced life that prioritizes your interests, and go deep to explore the paradox of success or being liked. We end with a reminder that you can’t please everyone—you will always have both lovers and haters—and Dr. Hechler shares helpful advice for setting boundaries and taking ownership of the things that matter to you.   Key Points From This Episode:Why we’ve used Essentialism by Greg McKeown as the foundation of today’s episode.Dr. Ben Hechler’s thoughts on the book’s premise. Unpacking the many frivolous things that stick in our minds and take up our time. How ascertaining your goal will release you from many mental distractions. The balancing act, and whether a work-life balance is achievable or a myth.Love maps, and other tips for balancing all areas of your life.The paradox of success or in Dr. Hechler’s terms, the paradox of being liked.  Why you can’t please everyone, and how to set boundaries and take ownership. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Ben Hechler on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hechler/ Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less — https://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism/ Safe People — amazon.com/Safe-People-Relationships-Avoid-Those/dp/0310345790 AAOMS — https://www.aaoms.org/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

The buccal fat pad flap is a wonder for oral surgeons thanks to its versatility and multiple possible applications. Today, Dr. Ben Hechler reassumes his position as one of our favorite guests as he explains how the buccal fat pad can be used in oral reconstructions. After detailing the many possible applications for the buccal fat pad in oral reconstructions and explaining why this particular flap is a dream for oral surgeons, Dr. Hechler shares his technique for retrieving and securing buccal fat, the best tools to use for this process, the sutures that work best for securing buccal fat, and other examples that highlight the unique versatility of the buccal fat pad flap. We end with buccal pad contraindications to be aware of, with more advice on how to use this particular flap responsibly and effectively.Key Points From This Episode:Why the buccal fat pad is pure gold for oral surgeons. Expanded indications for using the buccal fat pad in oral reconstructions. Dr. Ben Hechler’s technique for retrieving and securing the buccal fat pad. The best tools and instruments to use for buccal fat extraction. What to consider when securing buccal fat; the types of sutures to gravitate towards. Contraindications to using the buccal fat pad. More ways to use the buccal fat pad flap (that highlight its versatility).Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Ben Hechler on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hechler/ AAOMS — https://www.aaoms.org/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

As a surgeon, your goal should be to build a strong enough team that can run your office for you so that you can increase practice production every year! Today we are joined by a third-generation dentist and the Chairman and CEO of the Levin Group, Dr. Roger Levin to discuss how to build a world-class team and how surgeons can master referrals and marketing! Tuning in, you’ll hear all about the Levin Group and Dr. Levin’s career, the importance of increasing referrals as an oral surgeon, how you can do so, and a breakdown of how the Levin Group helps oral surgeons do so through their four referral marketing principles. We delve into the importance of being a likable surgeon before discussing how to manage your referral marketing and operational systems. Dr. Levin even shares an example of a system (a new patient phone call) and how to ensure that system is optimized, and reminds us that scripting turns ordinary people into superstars. Finally, our guest shares his thoughts on practices being sold to large organizations. To hear all this and so much more, be sure to press play now!Key Points From This Episode:Welcoming Dr. Roger Levin to the show. Dr. Levin tells us about his career and company. Why oral surgeons should improve referrals and the benefits of doing so. How to increase your referrals and how the Levin Group can assist.Four principles to live by when it comes to referral marketing. The importance of being likable as an oral surgeon. Dr. Levin shares some management practices and operational systems. Why your goal as a surgeon should be for your team to run your office. An example of a system and how to optimize it. How scripting turns ordinary people into superstars. Dr. Levin shares his thoughts on practices being sold to organizations. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Roger Levin on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-levin-69ab744/ Dr. Roger Levin Email Address — rlevinconf@levingroup.comLevin Group — https://levingroup.com/ Levin Group Tip of the Day — https://levingroup.com/free-resources/tip-of-the-day/ How to Win Friends and Influence People — https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034 Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Buccal fat is currently trending in the world of cosmetic surgery, but it is an important feature of some dental surgeries too. During this episode, Dr. Jake Stucki joins the conversation again. Drawing on his experience as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, he shares his insights on using the buccal fat pad to close Oroantral Communications (OACs). Join us as we discuss the function of the buccal fat pad, and how it can be used to protect the maxilla while removing teeth in the sinus. Learn about preferred tools and techniques to address different causes of teeth moving into this space, and some of the factors to consider when choosing whether or not to use the buccal fat pad. In closing, Dr. Jake Stucki shares his advice for residents and doctors, before answering some rapid-fire questions. Thanks for listening. Key Points From This Episode:What Dr. Jake Stucki is speaking about today: using the buccal fat pad to close OACs.Background on the buccal fat pad, where it is located, and why it is considered an axial flap.The function of the buccal fat pad in mastication: supporting the face contour and providing lubrication.Dr. Grant Stucki’s experiences where the third molars have been pushed into the Sinus.Which tool he considers most helpful for removing teeth in the sinus: Frazier Suction Tips.Two causes behind the tooth being pushed up and different techniques to address them. Using a finger to gently create an opening for dissection. Intraoral scans for cysts and sinus pathologies. Factors to consider when choosing whether or not to use the buccal fat pad including weight and pathologies.  The importance of gaining a concept of patient history before operating. Why it is not usually necessary to include bone grafting or any other additional procedures.Dr. Jake Stucki’s tips for residents trying to make it through. Rapid fire questions pertaining to Dr. Jake Stucki’s life as a resident. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Jake Stucki on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-stucki-ab19a593/ Frazier Suction Tips — https://busseinc.com/product/frazier-suction-tips/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/ Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.com

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need decades of experience to master orthognathic surgery planning. With advancements in virtual surgical planning (VSP) and streamlined treatment approaches, even early-career surgeons can achieve precise, efficient results! Today, we are joined by Dr. Patrick Wong, Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center and an OMS specializing in orthognathic surgery, facial trauma surgery, and cleft and craniofacial surgery. In this episode, Dr. Wong shares insights into his simplified orthognathic treatment planning technique for residents, detailing the step-by-step process for executing these complex surgeries. He explains why the Steiner method for cephalometric analysis may fall short in modern practice and highlights his preferred facial projection reference methods for optimal outcomes. We also explore four critical factors to consider when rotating the maxillofacial complex, emphasize the importance of ethnic-specific planning in contemporary procedures, and hear practical advice for preparing for VSP. Additionally, Dr. Wong walks us through his own VSP sequence and wraps up with his favorite books, shows, tools, and more!Key Points From This Episode:A brief overview of Dr. Wong’s training and his current practice setup.Insight into his simplified orthognathic treatment planning technique for residents.The step-by-step process for planning and executing orthognathic surgeries.Why the Steiner method for cephalometric analysis falls short in modern practice.Dr. Wong’s preferred facial projection reference methods for optimal outcomes.Four factors to consider when rotating the maxillofacial complex.The emphasis on ethnic-specific planning in contemporary orthognathic procedures.How to use the 90-90-10-10 rule to achieve the best aesthetic results.Advice to help residents prepare for virtual surgical planning (VSP).Benefits of VSP for planning complex surgical procedures.A look at Dr. Wong’s VSP sequence, from bite planning to soft tissue overlay.Recommended books, shows, non-OMS habits, and more in the rapid-fire section!Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Patrick Wong on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-wong-29ab14239/Dr. Patrick Wong on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/dr.patrickewong/Dr. Patrick Wong Email — patrick.wong@utsouthwestern.eduUT Southwestern Medical Center — https://utswmed.org/‘Barcelona line. A multicentre validation study of a facial projection reference in orthognathic surgery’ — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36609073/Can't Hurt Me — https://www.amazon.com/dp/1544512287Ego is the Enemy — https://www.amazon.com/dp/1781257027/True Detective — https://www.hbo.com/true-detectiveEveryday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-44

Dr. Andrew Jenzer, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and educator from North Carolina, shares his insights on innovative surgical approaches. He discusses when to use the submandibular approach and stresses the importance of nerve testing. Listeners learn about key instruments and techniques, such as local anesthetics versus pure epinephrine, incision planning, and recognizing the node of Stahr. Jenzer also elaborates on the retromandibular approach, exploring different incision variations and managing complex nerve structures during surgery.