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Today's episode is another one that was recorded live at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting! Alan Mead chats with renowned dental ergonomics expert Katrina Klein. Katrina shares her incredible journey from just starting out to becoming a leading voice in the field, emphasizing the critical role of ergonomics in career longevity. Discover why this often-overlooked aspect of dentistry is essential for preventing pain, improving wellness, and how small, practical changes can make a significant impact on your daily practice and overall health. Some links from the show: ergofitlife_katrina on Instagram Forest Dental Crown Seating LumaDent (loupes and lights) Enova Illumination (loupes, lights and microscopes) BQ Ergonomics (Al's favorite operator stools!) Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Episode Summary In this episode of Practice Growth HQ, I speak with Dr. Alan Mead about the hidden mental health challenges faced by healthcare professionals. What I call the "underbelly of healthcare". Alan is a Michigan-based dentist and host of The Very Dental Podcast, formerly Dental Hacks, with over 4 million downloads. He's also a recovering addict with a 20+ year journey through alcohol and opiate addiction, and recovery. In this raw, powerful conversation, Alan opens up about what led to his addiction, how he coped with stress, and the moment that changed everything. If you're feeling the weight of stress in your practice or know someone who is, this is a must-listen. What you'll learn: (15:50) The slippery slope from alcohol to opiates in a dental practice (17:45) The turning point. A surgical sedation gone wrong and a friend's intervention (20:05) What recovery really looked like and why relapse wasn't part of Alan's story (22:10) The 30-day test to check if you might have a problem (23:30) How to support someone you love without pushing them away (25:10) Why therapy isn't just for people in crisis And much more! Links and Resources:
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Alan is joined once again by the one and only Dr. Jason Smithson. We've often compared how dentistry is delivered differently between the United States and the UK, but today we compare how dental hygiene is delivered differently. Summary: Dr. Alan Mead and Dr. Jason Smithson discuss the stark differences in how dental hygiene is approached in the United States versus the UK. They explore the reasons behind these differences, including insurance models, historical practices, and the perceived value of hygiene appointments by patients. The conversation also touches upon the role of diagnosis, consent, and duty of care in dental treatment. Key Discussion Points: Jason's Current Activities: Dr. Smithson discusses his teaching schedule at Spear Education, including new courses on aging teeth and other advanced restorative techniques. He also mentions his work in Australia and Europe. The Hygienist Shortage: Alan describes his difficulty in finding a hygienist due to increased pay demands and a shrinking pool of candidates. This leads into the core discussion of the episode. US vs. UK Hygiene Models: US: Hygienists are often the primary point of contact for patients, with a focus on regular cleanings regardless of individual needs and disease. The system is largely insurance-driven. Patients often prioritize the cleaning over the dentist's exam. UK: Dentists assess patients first, determining recall intervals based on risk factors (caries, periodontal disease, wear). Hygienist appointments are prescribed by the dentist and are therapy-focused (e.g., scaling and root planing for periodontal disease). Healthy patients may not see a hygienist at all. Value Perception: Jason argues that the US system can make hygiene seem like a cosmetic procedure, diminishing its perceived value, especially for healthy patients. The UK model ties hygiene to specific therapeutic needs, increasing its perceived value. Insurance and Payment Models: The discussion touches on the differences between NHS (government-funded) and private dental care in the UK, as well as the impact of insurance on treatment decisions in the US. The UK has a mixed system, while Dr. Smithson's practice is entirely fee-for-service. Direct Access Hygiene (UK): In the UK, patients can directly access hygienists without a dentist's referral. This is uncommon in the US. Diagnosis and Consent: Jason highlights the importance of explicit diagnosis before treatment, emphasizing that informed consent cannot be obtained without a diagnosis. He suggests that the US system sometimes relies on implicit diagnoses. Duty of Care: Jason explains the concept of duty of care in the UK, stating that dentists assume responsibility for a patient's care once treatment begins. This raises questions about the US system and potential legal implications. Efficiency and Multitasking: The conversation explores the inefficiency of jumping between patients and procedures, including hygiene checks during restorative work. Jason cites research on the negative impact of multitasking on quality and productivity. Patient Expectations: The discussion acknowledges that US patients have been conditioned to expect regular cleanings, even when not clinically necessary. This creates a challenge for dentists who might want to shift to a more therapy-focused model. Some links from the show: Spear Education "Deep Work" by Cal Newport Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Dr. Alan Mead shares his inspiring story of addiction and recovery, offering hope and practical advice for dentists and healthcare professionals navigating similar challenges.
Kevin and Zach welcome guests Dr. Jacob Whipple and Dr. Alan Mead for a special episode dedicated to all things football! They analyze the upcoming games, offer score predictions, and even take a look at the smiles of some of the biggest names in the game. Topics: NFL Divisional Playoffs: In-depth discussion and predictions for the Chiefs vs. Texans and Lions vs. Washington games. College Football National Championship: Ohio State vs. Notre Dame preview, analysis, and score predictions. College Football Playoff Format: Debate on the new 12-team playoff system and potential improvements. Some links from the show: "We're Not Detroit!" video "The Music of Rush" Ohio State Marching Band Very Clinical is brought to you by Zirc Dental Products, Inc., your trusted partner in dental efficiency and organization. The Very Clinical Corner segment features Kate Reinert, LDA, an experienced dental professional passionate about helping practices achieve clinical excellence. Connect with Kate Reinert on LinkedIn: Kate Reinert, LDA Book a call with Kate: Reserve a Call Ready to upscale your team? Explore Zirc's solutions today: zirc.com
Alan reflects on his 23 years of sobriety, discussing the ongoing challenges of addiction and emotional reactivity. He also shares updates on the podcast, including plans for video content, a possible "hot takes" series, revisiting classic episodes, and recording at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting. Key Takeaways: Recovery is a journey, not a destination. Even after 23 years, Alan emphasizes that he still has work to do in managing his addictive personality and emotional reactions. Addiction is not just about drugs and alcohol. It's about how the brain processes emotions and reacts to situations. Alan shares how his addictive tendencies have manifested in other areas of his life, like exercise and baking. Emotional reactivity can be a challenge. Alan discusses his struggles with being emotionally reactive and how he's working on managing his reactions through Stoicism, meditation, and exercise. The importance of community and support. Alan highlights his Facebook group, Dentists That Don't, as a space for dental professionals to connect and discuss sobriety. Podcast updates. Alan announces plans for video content, a "hot takes" series debunking dental myths, re-releasing classic episodes, and recording at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting. Some links from the show: Dentists that Don't Facebook group Al's email Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!"
Welcome to The Wealth Rebels Show! In this episode, Emma Wright (aka The ELF) is joined by her dear friend and time mastery expert, Alan Mead. Alan, a seasoned manager and coach, shares his invaluable insights on mastering time, enhancing productivity, and improving self-discipline. Episode Highlights: Introduction to Alan Mead: Emma introduces Alan, sharing their history and connection from the Node Business Boost day, where Alan's powerful talk on time left Emma in awe. Mastering Time: Alan breaks down how mastering time is about more than just schedules—it's about mindset, self-awareness, and controlling your subconscious thoughts. Emma shares how time mastery is a key part of her 8-step framework in the STAR Mastery School. Tips for Effective Time Management: Alan shares practical advice, including the "2-minute rule" for tasks that take less than two minutes. Emma gives examples from her own life, from procrastinating on official letters to sorting out technical issues with her website. The Importance of Self-Discipline and Decision Making: They discuss how your choices and mindset affect your ability to manage time and be productive. Alan dives deep into how the subconscious mind influences decision-making. Overcoming Fear and Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone: Alan and Emma explore the importance of confronting fear head-on, such as Alan's own journey to overcome the fear of public speaking, and how embracing the unknown can lead to growth. Stress and Task Prioritisation: They share strategies for managing stress and prioritising tasks, including the need to categorise tasks and block time for important ones. Wealth and Self-Awareness: Alan defines true wealth as having enough for yourself and your family, while also emphasising the importance of trust, honesty, and emotional awareness in relationships—whether personal or professional. Self-care and Wellbeing: They touch on the importance of looking after yourself to perform at your best, with Emma sharing her journey of self-discovery as she returns to her roots. Connect with Alan here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanmead/ Ways to connect with Emma: Join the Mastery School – Create your personal wealth blueprint with lifetime access to my proven framework. Work with Emma here if you are ready to embody a coaching methodology you and your clients will thrive from: Join the STAR Mastery school today Star Portal – Join my accessible monthly membership to start transforming your life today. Free one month with STAR1MONTH at checkout, Join the STAR Portal today Join the STAR Collective today Connect with Emma here: 1: Book a FREE 1–2-1 Wealth Empowerment Coaching call with Emma HERE 2: Take the WEALTH quiz and find out how rich or wealth you really are today, and join my mailing list, so you get personal emails from me. 3. You can also send me an email at emma@starwealthstrategicplanners.com 4: Visit my website and find the ways of reaching out here Book a call with the team at FE Cashcalc to learn more about cashflow forecasting technology in your coaching or planning business today, free today! #TheWealthRebel #PurposeDrivenWealth #SoulfulEntrepreneur #FoundersWithImpact #ConsciousSuccess #SpiritualBusiness #AlignedWealth #ImpactfulLeadership #PurposeOverProfit #EnergeticEntrepreneur #FinanceWithPurpose #FutureWealthCreators #FinancialFreedomBlueprint #ConsciousCoaching #MoneyWithMeaning #BalanceAndAbundance #WealthWithHeart #InspiredLeadership #RebelMindset
Zach and Kevin are once again joined by Dr. Tarun Agarwal and Dr. Alan Mead to talk about things we've changed our minds about. Tarun brings another surprise to the guys when he talks about how he's changed his mind about retirement savings! Some links from the show: 3D Dentists Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Mohamed is joined by Alan Mead to talk about how the choices you make in the very beginning of your career have a very heavy influence on the rest of your career. Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
As a 3rd year dental student, Mohammed wonders if the protocols that he's learning in dental school are applicable to real life. He sat down to interview Alan Mead about "real life dentistry." Bonding protocols in real life Etching vs. self etch Alcohol vs. acetone based bonding agents Composite wedging and matrices Heated composite and "snowplow" Indirect workflow and lab communication Diagnosing cracked teeth/cracked tooth syndrome How do you know when a tooth is unrestorable? Some links from the show: Ultradent Peak Universal Ivoclar Adhese Universal Garrison Composi-tight Full Curve3D Fusion Sectional matrices Bioclear Evolve posterior matrices Garrison Composi-tight 3D Fusion Matrix Rings Bioclear Diamond Wedges DeNovo Preformed Matrix bands Bioclear HeatSync heater Cosmedent Renamel De-Mark flowable GC G-aenial Flo X Bulk EZ Cosmedent's Cosmecore Medit i700 Template and TempTray Traxodent Premier Knit Pack cord Itena Dentotemp Fuji Plus cement Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Welcome to the 160th episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Dr. Jason Luchtefeld (@jasonluchtefeld), along with bonus guest Dr. Alan Mead (@very_dental_podcast). In Part 2 of this conversation with Dr. Luchtefeld, we learn about how he came to be President of the American Equilibration Society (AES), a leading organization of dental professionals that has been around since 1955. Perks of membership include access to scientific meetings, lecture video archives and other continuing education. Watch until the end for a bonus impromptu conversation with Dr. Alan Mead, a fellow podcast host and longtime friend of Dr. Luchtefeld since the early days of Dentaltown's online community. Find out what some denture patients eat WITHOUT their dentures, and how to tell if something should go on your feed VS stories… Dr. Jason Luchtefeld, DMD A 2000 graduate of Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, he was an active leader in the ASDA, AADS (now ADEA) and the AGD. Following dental school, he completed a General Practice Residency at the VA Hospital in Denver, CO. His technical training has encompassed learning from the Dawson Academy, the Misch Institute, R.L. Frazer & Associates and many other respected learning organizations. In 2005 Dr. Luchtefeld obtained his Fellowship in the AGD (Academy of General Dentistry ) and the ICOI (International College of Oral Implantologists). In 2007 he joined the AES – Occlusion, TMD, Comprehensive Care (formerly American Equilibration Society) and quickly rose to leadership. He first served three years as AES Exhibit Committee Chair and a member of the Strategic Planning Committee (SPC). After a year on the SPC he Co-Chaired the most successful and transformative AES Strategic Planning Process in more than 55 years. During the Applied Strategic Planning process (led by Dr. Bob Frazer) a passion was ignited for the power of the process. This passion has continued in Jason overseeing implementation and ongoing monitoring of the AES ASP – allowing the ASP to become the central governing document for the society. In 2019, Jason began expressing his passion and purpose for asking questions into the formal process of Applied Strategic Planning as a partner in Inspero – a strategic planning and coaching firm based in Austin, TX. His goal is to help dentists and their organizations question, create, and then inspire their best futures. Jason's experience in this arena has rapidly grown to include co-facilitating several ASP's for dentist's and a corporation as well as leading the process for several dental organizations. He has also led the Organizational Health Process through multiple iterations. In 2024, Jason joined forces with Dr. Kevin Kwiecien to form The CCO Solution to provide fractional chief clinical officer functions to growing DSO's. For more information and to connect with Dr. Luchtefeld, check out his social media profiles: Instagram: @jasonluchtefeld Facebook: jason.luchtefeld American Equilibration Society Website: www.aes-tmj.org This episode of the Tooth or Dare podcast is sponsored by Philips Sonicare. Their innovative products, including electric toothbrushes with 62,000 brush movements per minute, help dental professionals meet diverse patient needs, from teeth whitening to gum health. For more information, visit the Philips website at https://www.philips.ca/. If you made it all the way down here, hit a like and share a comment. Until next time, Peace out peeps! ✌️ _______________________________________
Today is a throwback episode featuring Kevin, Zach and Al talking about how they've evolved on caries removal. It's a classic and I hope you enjoy it! Original show notes: Dr. Alan Mead of the DentalHacks podcast was gracious enough to join us again this week. And we start off with old school internet videos: Bonus: He got a web redemption! Then we got into some hot caries removal talk. What burs do you use? To dye, or not to dye? Do you "leave" any caries? Why or why not? Caries removal is a divisive topic. Did we get it right? Wrong? Let us know in the Very Clinical Facebook group! Please join the Very Clinical Facebook group to discuss this episode and much much more! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Al waxes nostalgic about 10 years of podcasting, first as the Dental Hacks podcast and now as the Very Dental Podcast Network! From the original show notes, 10 years ago... "In this episode, your hosts Alan Mead and Jason Lipscomb kick off a revolution in dental podcasts! Listen as they interview Seattle area cosmetic dentist Lance Timmerman about Botox treatment among other things. Then, get ready for the dental world to be turned on its ear with the DentalHacks Brain Trust. You'll hear authentic conversations between interesting and funny dentists talking about the stuff you talk about with your colleagues! If you only download one dental podcast...this should be it!" Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
This throwback episode features a guest spot by Dr. Alan Mead. Once again Kevin and Zach are joined by Alan Mead to talk about the struggles (and triumphs?) that come along with the dental treatment of teenagers! Fear not, loyal listener! This episode is a little bit more upbeat and optimistic than last week! Some links from the show: BASKET-BALLS Become a member of the Very Clinical Facebook group! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
We continue our discussion with Dr. Alan Mead and Gary Kadi as we take a deeper dive into the critical topic of substance abuse among dentists in the riveting Part 2 of our Dentistry Unmasked podcast episode! Join us as we uncover the risks of the potential consequences of substance abuse as we ask: Are dentists that struggle with substance abuse at risk for losing their dental licenses? In this eye-opening discussion, we examine the stance of state dental boards in addressing this pressing issue. Tune in to explore the delicate balance between professional accountability and support for those struggling with substance abuse.
Prepare to confront a crucial issue in the dental profession head-on in our latest episode! Join David Rice and Pam Maragliano-Muniz as they delve into the sobering reality of substance abuse among dentists, a problem that often starts in dental school and continues into professional life. In this candid conversation with Dr. Alan Mead and Gary Kadi, we shine a light on the factors that contribute to this alarming trend and offer valuable insights into recognizing the signs of struggle. Whether you're a dental professional grappling with substance abuse or simply seeking to better understand this pervasive issue, this episode provides a safe space for discussion and guidance. Tune in to discover how to break the cycle and find the support you need to thrive in your career and personal life.
This week Russ goes solo with a friend Dr. Brian Schweer. Brian talks about how he has implemented technology in his office as well as how he has managed to determine what CE makes the most sense. Finally we talk about his part time job and cash flow of a new dental office. If you want to hear his latest podcast with Alan Mead, listen to Dr. Brian Schweers Contains Multitudes over at The Very Dental Podcast. It is another great listen.
In today's throwback episode Dr. Alan Mead joins Zach and Kevin to do a deep dive into block scheduling! Kevin kicks off this amazing conversation with THE question: "what are you selling?" He then explains how block scheduling has crushed it in his practice and how you can take back control of the chaos in your schedule! Want more information? Become a member of the Very Clinical Facebook group where Kevin kicked off a rip roaring thread about block scheduling! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
This episode features another throwback to the classic VoD 2022 gauntlet! This week the guys feature the hosts of the Totally Oral podcast, Dr. Russell Schafer and Dr. Clint Timmerman as well as Very Dental Podcast host Dr. Alan Mead to answer their diabolical questions! The questions: How did COVID affect your practice? You have to have a crown on #2...what material do you choose? Did you/would you place sealant on your own children? Your significant other needs ortho...wires/brackets or aligners? If your own #29 needed endo/core and crown/crown lengthening, would you do it or go right to an implant? If your significant other had a slight diastema between 8 and 9 would you suggest ortho, resin or porcelain? Do you want to weigh in? Join us in the Very Clinical Facebook group! Check out Kevin's endo course at the 3D Dentists retreat! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Mohamed Abo-Basha is a second year dental student at Oklahoma University College of Dentistry and works with Alan Mead producing the Very Dental Student Podcast. Russell and Mo talk for an hour about Mo's journey to dentistry as a first generation Egyptian-American and his experiences through dental school. It is kinda funny how things haven't changed in dental school since forever.
Curious about the secret to increased productivity? Hint: It's not multitasking! In this week's Monday Morning Episode, I'm picking the brain of Dr. Alan Mead, diving deep into why multitasking isn't necessarily the powerful tool it's made out to be. Dr. Mead deconstructs the myth of multitasking and shares why focus could be your most underutilized asset. We'll learn how to identify these moments in our own lives and redefine our work habits in a world brimming with distractions.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The real truth behind multitasking, and why it might not be as productive as you thinkThe importance and power of focused single-taskingSelf-reflection on the golden era when multitasking was reveredThe difference between truly multitasking and simply rapid task-switchingHow to identify moments that require our undivided attentionInsights into the struggles of maintaining focus in a digital landscapeStep right up, heed Alan's advice, and propel your week towards productivity and concentration. Let's debunk the myth of multitasking together!You can reach out to Dr. Alan Mead here:Website: https://meadfamilydental.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alanmeadPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/very_dental_podcast/Mentions and Links:Tools/Software:QuickbooksBlack and White IOS SettingIf you want your questions answered on Monday Morning Episodes, ask me on these platforms:My Newsletter: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/newsletter/The Dental Marketer Society Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2031814726927041Episode Transcript (Auto-Generated - Please Excuse Errors)Michael: Hey, Alan. So talk to us. What's one piece of advice you can give us this Monday morning? Alan: So when I got your invite, I wanted to make sure that I, I came up with something maybe a little different than what I've said before. so podcasters and people who listen to podcasts. are the only real people I think that, that can actually do multitasking in real life.So, my, my, uh, my advice is to, to stop trying to multitask. And I'll tell you, multitasking is actually a myth. I, it's not talked about as much now as it used to be, but I remember probably 10 years ago, man, it was all about, multitasking. You have to be doing, you know, 10 things at once all the time to be productive and all that stuff.But what's really interesting is when you think about what multitasking is, it's like one person that's able to do or think about or whatever, multiple things at the same time. computers are really good at this, right? Like that's why we invented computers. They can run different processes all at the same time.And the more processing power, the more things you can do humans, because we only have so much focus really are not good at this. what we're really doing is we're just switching our focus really quickly. And what happens in my experience is that it's just tasks switching rather than doing multiple tasks.And it seems like for tasks that, okay, you can do this. A little bit when you are, when one of the tasks is something that's already automatic, for instance, why can you listen to a podcast and totally concentrate on it when you're driving to work? Because you've driven to work a million times and you know, you've been driving for how many years and it's just kind of automatic.And so you can actually concentrate on the thing. But if you try something like I, I, this is my classic thing. I'll get on the phone with a friend and then I'll sit down at my desk and I'll try and answer emails while I'm having a conversation. I can't do it. what I ended up having to do is say, you know what?I'm distracted as heck. I got to call you back because I got to get this thing done. I can't do it at the same time. And if you think you can, you're probably doing both of them really poorly. I mean, that's the, you know, so, so the only real multitasking I think is if you're able to listen to something while you're like driving or doing exercise or yard work or something like that.And thus as podcasters, we kind of love that because We can actually kind of participate in, in the only real multitasking, but like for tasks that require real focus, I don't think it's possible. I don't know. You might push back on, I just don't think that there's such a thing that you can really do well.So the trick is to, understand that as human beings, we only have so much focus at one point and kind of protect that focus as best you can. What do you think about that? You think that's a good tip or do you think that's garbage? No, I think it's Michael: good. I, I, I. 100 percent agree. I think we just are really good at managing distractions Alan: Or not good at it as the case may be. Yeah. There you go. Michael: Not good at it because a distraction comes up. We're like, Oh, we got to do that. Oh, another thing comes up. I think we've transformed the word priority to like priorities and there's no such thing as that. It's just like, you got to put that one thing in the forefront and do it.Yep. But then we're like, we're gonna multitask at the same time and then that's when you are just distracted at the time. So then how did you help yourself with that? Like, uh, or how did you come to that conclusion? Alan: You know, I've heard about it. When you asked me to come up with something, I realized that I do that quite a bit with the phone thing.Like, I think, okay, I'm just on the phone. Okay. So, like, I love talking. If I'm going to talk to a friend on the phone, I like to be driving and I have a commute. I got to drive. 40 minutes, one way to work. So I have a lot of time to either listen or talk on the phone or whatever, because that the other things, the automatic thing, but then sometimes I'll get home or I'll get to work and have something I'm going to try and do and still be on the phone.I can't do it. I can't do it. And, and, and I realized that that both things I'm trying to do, I do more poorly. and so I've come to realize that that focus is just for me, it's not even a really hard thing for me to come to grips with. I think I really am just not any good at the thing, but what I have to realize, I have to understand that I'm trying to do two things at once.That's the thing. So lately I've really understood. So what, what is my focus need to be on at this moment? And I mean, mind you. As a dentist, that's not hard for me to, you know, the focus is on the patient, the procedure, what's next, that sort of thing. That's, but, but a lot of times it's like, as you know, uh, producing content, podcasts and stuff, you're sitting at a desk I have, the entire internet in front of me if I want it. so it's really hard sometimes to focus on what you need to get done versus what's, what's available on the screen, you know, so you have to really, and I'm not great at that all the time, but it is funny when I, particularly when I'm editing podcasts, um, I get into a flow state a little bit.I I'm able to, to, once I get into it. I usually am into it enough where the other stuff kind of goes away and I'll like look up 30 minutes later. I'm like, wow, I got a bunch done. And I didn't amazingly didn't look at my, you know, my email or something like that. So it's just understanding how focus actually works, I think is, is the big tip for me. to Michael: you, when you talk about your state of flow and you're productive, like the most time that you're productive, do you realize like Oh, I'm most productive when I'm this time of the day or this time of moment or Alan: it'sfunny. I,not really because I am not great about saying I'm setting aside this time to do this.I should be. I really should be having done this for as long as I have. I really should be, but I don't a lot of times, a lot of times I still put myself on a deadline where I'm, I'm, I'm right up to it. I kind of know in the back of my mind, once. Once I dive into it, once I actually commit to doing it and, you know, literally open up the software and start going, I'll fall into it.I know that I will. so I'm not, there isn't a particular time of day, although I'm not worth much in the evening at all to tell you the truth. So if I'm doing anything, I do it in the morning. I went to a three day, three clinical days. with the idea that I was going to use my Mondays is sort of doing the admin and podcast stuff. that's worked out somewhat as you know, a lot of times when you open yourself up to interviewing at X time, you know, especially when it's during the day, which is when I'd like to do it rather than, you know, after I put my kids to bed or whatever, lot of times people can't, can't do it then. So you still have to be kind of flexible with that.But yeah, I mean, I, if there's a particular time of day, it's probably morning, but, but the reality is it's. It doesn't always work out that way. Michael: Gotcha. So then switching over to this, when it comes to your life now to like clinical work and you managing the practice and everything like that. Yeah. How does that translate to that? Uh,Alan: it all kind of, it's funny because, um, I think people, particularly people who love clinical dentistry or who, who kind of focus on clinical dentistry, the admin stuff is so easy to procrastinate on. But what I've always, okay, this is the classic thing. What I've noticed is once I procrastinate to this day, I'm I'll go for a while where I'll have all my stuff done early in the month and I get it off and I feel great about that.And then there'll be a month where I just didn't jump on it. And so it gets bigger in my head, the big, the admin stuff that I have to do. And it's so, and honestly, it's, it's causing me pain for longer because I'm putting it off. Cause you know, once you get into it, you just start going with, if you can put your focus on this stuff, knowing you have to get, and sometimes it's fine.If you break up in pieces, if you know, you don't have time to do all of it at once, if you can break it up in pieces and put your focus on that and get it done, I have to say the, there's a, the sense of accomplishment of getting it done earlier, rather, rather than letting it torture you over the month or whatever is. Really great. But I, it's, I'm, I'm a slow learner and a fast forgetter because I, like, I, I sometimes forget how great it feels to have the stuff, the monthly stuff, let's say done early in the month rather than holding on to the last second. but like I said, once you understand your focus is your focus, uh, I, I think that, works better that way.Like you can kind of fall into it and get the job done and keep the fricking browser windows closed when you're doing that. Just do what you got to do, you know? Michael: Yeah, and I think that's the tough part, like, especially if you're like, okay, I know I focus really well if I wake up early, don't have my phone with me, have the, but, man, I'm not gonna lie to you, like, maybe 8 times out of 10 I'll do it, you know what I mean, and then, like, the 10th time.Well, yeah, so, Alan: because the story is, you're, you're, uh, All this admin stuff that you do a lot of times is already in a browser. So it's like, you're already kind of like, wow, I got to use a browser. So it's, it's a, and so you get kind of sucked into stuff, you know, like let's say I'm, I'm working on financial stuff and QuickBooks online and then I'll have a bank, I'll be in the bank website.And then in, in the stories, like it, all it takes is one button to click and you're, you're doom scrolling somewhere else. It doesn't, you know, in, I'd love to say I'm super, uh, super disciplined about it, I'm not, and actually. Sometimes you want to give your brain a break when you've been, particularly with numbers, if you're, uh, give yourself a break, but it's, you got to make sure you reel yourself back in.You can't give yourself too much time because time gets away from you when you're doing that stuff. Yeah. Michael: Do you find yourself like What is the biggest time suck for you where you're like, my gosh, like I, I just spent like as you're waiting something to render or like you're waiting for yours or anything.You're just like on your phone. What do you feel like that is Alan: Instagram is deadly because it's all visual. It's all pictures and videos. I can lose myself. And I mean, anywhere between, you know, Mountain bikes, cooking and cat videos. And, you know, Instagram is just literally it's, it's invented to try and take time away from what you should be doing.And, and honestly, I, most people use their phone. I'm Instagram on a browser is pretty great. Like it's even bigger. so most people use their phone. Of course, it's much easier to post stuff on your phone, but you can, you can consume it pretty well on a browser. So that's, I have to, I have to put that stuff away.All right. Or I get sucked into it. Michael: If you do it on a browser, I think that would be. Because on the phone, I feel like you can take it. You know? They even need that. You take it anywhere. Yeah. Yeah. Uhhuh, they have a, a thing now where it's like another app, but you make your whole phone black and white and great.Alan: Right, right. Yeah. I, I've done it. I've, I have the app. Guess what? You can also turn that off. , . I mean, I paid for the app. I paid for it, and it was helpful. It was helpful, but I also, like you got, you gotta be committed to keeping the app like that. It's, it's not a forever thing. Like, and, and I'm not quite willing enough.This has been a journey over some years. What I tell myself is like, there's not enough good, there's more bad than good with, with that because of the time suck and all that stuff. I still haven't quite been brave enough to, to get rid of it completely. Cause I, cause I really do like it. I enjoy it. And I, and I interact with a lot of my friends on those apps too, so.Yeah. Michael: Interesting. Why'd you turn it back on? Alan: Oh God, because, because here's the thing I was using, like, let's say Instagram. I was using Instagram. Anyhow, I would just do the workaround, what, what happens is it lets you do it, but you have to search for it. So it's not like it doesn't, you can make it so you can't open it, but if you can still open it, you're just doing the workaround.Well, after a while, you're just like, okay, the workarounds pain. So you just go away from it. But like, if you're, if you're in a good spot, It's probably good to have it. And I have to say, I am not drawn to my phone as much as I am a browser. I'm, I'm much more likely to be on a computer. If you can see my office right now, I literally have a, my screen is, is literally, it's the width of three giant computer screens.It's like, so I'm a browser guy, big time. That's in. So the reality is, you know, I make my phone do all that stuff. I'm still going to jump on a browser anyhow. So, yeah, yeah, Michael: yeah, that's good, man. That's good. Well, so moral of the story is. Distractions, right? Or Alan: multitasking, multitasking distractions and understanding you only have so much focus.Yeah. Michael: Okay. And then that multitasking is basically a myth. Alan: Yeah, it is a myth. It absolutely isn't. Actually, you can look into, there's a fair amount of actual peer reviewed research that proves it as much too. But all you have to do is try and answer your email while you're talking to someone that you actually want to talk to.You realize it's a myth. You can't do it. It doesn't work. Yeah. Michael: So when we see like on a resume, I'm great at multitasking. Alan: Yeah. No, you're not. You're, you're, you might be good at switching back and forth really fast, but you're not good at multitasking unless you're a computer. Yeah. Michael: No. Awesome. Alan, I appreciate your time.Thank you so much for being with us. If anyone has further questions or concerns, or they just want to reach out to you, where can they find you? Alan: Oh, probably. I mean, I'm on Facebook and Instagram is very dental podcast or myself. that's your best bet. Actually, actually, after I told you to not use Instagram, find me on Instagram at the very dental podcast.That's, that's your easiest way, probably. Michael: So guys, that's all going to be in the show notes below and Alan, thank you so much for being with me on this Alan: Monday morning. You bet. That was great. Thank you.
Clint and Russ talk Alan Mead in this very non dental podcast about his horse boarding business and farm life. We have fun talking for an hour talking about various topics and let the conversation flow like it normally does. Alan's podcast is Very Dental and if well worth the follow if you like our podcast.
Ah, the things we wish we could tell our younger selves! This week, I'm chatting to the fantastic Dr. Alan Mead from Michigan, USA - better known as the host of the Very Dental Podcast. We've come together to talk about our top 5 things we wish we knew when we first started our dental career. Alongside the clinical gems, we've got great advice on maintaining top-notch mental health, nailing your priorities, and acing that elusive work-life balance. https://youtu.be/H7VFhw_TmOQ Watch IC044 on Youtube For all things very dental, have a listen to Dr. Mead's podcast, “The Very Dental Podcast”: @very_dental_podcast on Instagram Very Dental Facebook Group www.verydentalpodcast.com We're still striving to gather the money that Nafisa needs in order to receive life-saving treatment. If you can, please consider making a donation, and every share also means the world to this family – Fundraiser by Mufaddal Adamji : 1 year old Nafisa with SMA type 1 (gofundme.com) Highlights of the episode:00:00 Intro01:01 Dr. Alan Mead03:14 The Very Dental Podcast05:16 You are not your career10:32 Don't commit to working Saturdays13:33 Things to avoid17:08 Things to pursue22:39 Work to learn24:25 The internet27:05 Understanding people28:56 Magnification and light32:04 Sectioning teeth34:16 Private dentistry40:34 Outro If you liked this episode, you will also like IC037 - Personal Sacrifices Did you know? You can get CPD from the Web App or Phone App and watch premium clinical videos, for less than a tax deductible Nando's per month?
Do you remember that little piece of paper called the Hippocratic oath? We all signed it - the whole - first do no harm … be good at what you do … maybe be a good person… Is it important to you? Do you think it matters to our profession? Hell - does ANYTHING even matter in the court of public opinion today? Friends - Dentistry Unmasked was born to share truth. The good - the bad - and some days - the ugly. We're not going to sugar coat it - in this is a MUST TUNE IN episode with Dr. Alan Mead of the Very Dental Podcast - we're talking hard - ugly truths we really hope you care about. So grab your headphones - and grab a seat - you're going to need it! Links: IG @very_dental_podcast
In this classic episode Kevin and Zach are joined by Alan Mead to talk about how to implement new stuff in the office. Actually, it's mostly Zach and Al listening to Kevin because he's really good at implementing stuff. Some topics we discussed: Instagram fishermen/women Al's love of air abrasion and the "shelf" in his office Al's problem buying stuff at the Midwinter back in the day The story of implants in Kevin's office/don't tell Kevin that he can't do something Why add services/procedures to your office? Al's microscope story Zach loves Gordon Christensen Goofus and Gallant (Al and Kevin) Kevin implements sleep by including the team how to create a team driven implementation process Kevin has a Missy Moving out of micromanagement Removing barriers to implementation and the rubber dam actual barriers vs. barriers in your head CRAZY DENTAL If you want to interact with us, head over to the Very Clinical Facebook Group! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
On today's episode, we have a compelling collaboration between two business-savvy dental experts: Dr. Mark Costes, founder of the Dental Success Institute and host of the Dentalpreneur Podcast, and Dr. Paul Etchison, the author of "Dental Practice Hero" and creator of the Dental Practice Heroes Podcast. Hosted by Dr. Alan Mead, the owner of Mead Family Dental in Saginaw, MI, and host of the Very Dental Podcast Network, this episode delves into the dynamic world of Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) and their evolving role in dentistry. Dr. Mark Costes and Dr. Paul Etchison possess an unparalleled understanding of the dental business landscape, and their willingness to generously share their knowledge sets them apart. In this thought-provoking conversation, they discuss the current state of DSOs, a topic that has gained significant traction in the dental community in recent years. Some of the intriguing questions explored in this wide-ranging discussion include: What exactly is a Dental Service Organization (DSO)? How are DSOs evolving and reshaping the dental practice market? Why do DSOs continue to consolidate in the dental space? What makes dentistry an attractive investment for private equity firms, serving as a hedge against riskier ventures? What types of dental practices and practitioners are DSOs most interested in? How has the level of student debt affected DSOs and the consolidation of the dental market? Can clinical excellence be effectively incorporated into a DSO model? Are DSOs more drawn to specialty groups, and which specialties are particularly appealing? Will DSOs extend their reach to rural areas, and what implications might this have? Before diving into the engaging conversation, Dr. Alan Mead thoughtfully provides definitions of key terms such as DSO, EBITA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, and Amortization), same store growth, private equity (PE), and recapitalization. This ensures that all listeners can fully grasp the depth of the discussion. Don't miss this captivating episode where these knowledgeable dental experts provide valuable insights into the ever-evolving world of DSOs, as they discuss how this transformative concept continues to shape dentistry. EPISODE RESOURCES https://dentalpracticeheroes.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast
Zach and Kevin are again joined by Alan Mead and this time they turn their focus on the dreaded "noncarious cervical lesion." What causes them? Who gets them? Should we treat them? Why and how? Al leads off with some interesting Very Dental podcast stats and then the boys dig in to their knowledge (and lack of knowledge) of the noncarious cervical lesion. We dig in to toothbrush abrasion, acid erosion, airway, sleep apnea and even occlusion! Do we have answers? Kind of. The word of the day is "multifactorial!" (RIP Paul Rubens/Pee Wee Herman) If you want to interact with us, head over to the Very Clinical Facebook Group! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Zach and Kevin are joined by Alan Mead to talk about perhaps the most important and common workflow in their office...crown preps? What's changed since the last time they talked about it? What's the same? Does Zach have any regrets about going digital? Find out in today's spectacular episode! Links from the episode: Clinician's Choice Template Clinician's Choice Temptray Cosmedent Mirror Image Dentotemp from Itena Medit i700 and i600 from CAD-Ray Nice Bite If you want to interact with us, head over to the Very Clinical Facebook Group! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
This is a cross post from the Very Dental Podcast with Alan Mead. On this episode, Dr.'s Alan Mead, Paul Etchison, and Mark Costes discuss the current state of DSO's in dentistry and what is to come.
How does social media impact dentists and our practices? In this Solo Bonding Sharecast episode, our host Dr. Dennis Hartlieb talks with Dr. Alan Mead about how to navigate social media as dentists. As Dennis and Alan discuss, social media can have a profound impact on dentists today, and while it's wonderful to learn from others through social media and to share your work, it can also be a negative experience at times. Dennis and Alan discuss the pros and cons of social media and share tips about what has worked for them when managing social media consumption and interaction. For a video version of the interview, highlights, and more, check out our blog post. Connect with Dr. Dennis Hartlieb and the DOT Team! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel. | Follow us on Instagram. | Learn about becoming a DOT Member.
Irene Iancu closes our Voices of Dentistry 2003 experience, discussing such topics as owning a dental office as a non-dentist, life in Toronto, and what duties she feels hygienists should have. Alan Mead even joins us to give an important announcement.
Brandon takes a break from talking about surgery and has a fantastic discussion on restorative dentistry with THE Dr. Alan Mead. Dr. Mead, the host of The Very Dental Podcast, shares some tips and tricks when it comes to class II composite restorations and deep margin elevation. Dr. Mead also shares some of the products he uses. Check them out below! You're not going to want to miss this one! Denovo Dental Matrix Bands: Click Here! G-ænial Flo X: Click Here! Contact Brandon: brandon@brandonevertdmd.com Social Media: @brandonevertdmd
Burnout. The very real phenomena experienced by many of us. Dreading the work. Dreading the routine. Most dentists (and humans, for that matter) experience burnout at times. Your humble host is no exception and frankly is barely hanging on until Spring Break next week. I tried to come up with some tips to help beat burnout and this is what I came up with besides the obvious (and helpful) "take a vacation": Knock something off your long term “to do” list Fire a patient that you hate seeing Exercise Take a break from social media Get deeply involved in something (a book, podcast, cooking, woodworking project)...something that you can find a flow state in What things have you found help with burnout? Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! -- CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Q: What are exams for? A: ? The new patient/comprehensive and recall exam are so commonplace that sometimes I think we don't think about the why. In this episode Al digs a little deeper (spoiler: it's not a chance for you to find stuff to do on patients) and explains how he has created trust and value with a plain old recall or new patient exam. Some links from the show: Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Zach and Kevin are joined by Dr. Alan Mead to talk "Myths and Tips!" Al's myth: You CAN have a million dollar practice without implants. Al's tip: polishing anterior composites with discs Some links from the show: Cosmedent's Flexidiscs If you want to interact with us, head over to the Very Clinical Facebook Group! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you'd like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us! -- Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you'll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “verydental10” you'll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time! -- The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! -- Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products! CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you'll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Kevin welcomes Dr. Kevin Nail and fellow podcast host Alan Mead to talk about using the Acteon Piezotome Cube! Do you like surgery? Would you like to extract teeth less invasively? You're going to want to hear about how the Kevins use the Cube! Thanks for listening and "keep your wheelie up!" Some links from the show: Piezotome Cube Kevin's "Acteon Cube in Action" Facebook group Go get your ticket and your room for Voices of Dentistry 2023! If you want to interact with us, head over to the Very Clinical Facebook Group! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy." If you'd like to support the Very Dental Podcast Network then you should support our sponsors! -- Our friends at CAD-Ray want you to know that there has never been a better time to get into intraoral scanning! They sell and support all kinds of digital dentistry products from scanners, to printers and even cloud based software! For instance, the Medit i600 itraoral scanner is priced at just about $13,000! And if you didn't know, CAD-Ray now distributes 3Shape scanners and the amazing Trios 4 wireless just had a $10,000 price cut! It comes in under $25,000. And all these options come with CAD-Ray's unbeatable support! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/cadray! -- If there is one thing that's changed the way I look at teeth the most, it's probably the headlight I use with my loupes. Our friends at Enova make amazing loupes and distribute Zumax dental microscopes, both the best you can buy. But the amazing, weightless and cordless Qubit, Quasar or Quantum headlights (all others are just toys) are the biggest game changer. But be careful…if you try one, you're going to buy one! Why haven't you checked out Enova Illumination yet? You can get a killer deal on all things Enova by using the Very Dental link you'll find at verydentalpodcast.com/Enova! -- Have you been looking at your supply bill lately? Prices are REALLY going up on all the things you use every day in your office. Our friends at Crazy Dental understand and are here to help! Very Dental listeners can get 10% off their orders from Crazy Dental by using coupon code “VERYDENTAL10”! Go check out their amazing catalog and save yourself 10% off of their already amazing prices at verydentalpodcast.com/crazy! -- If you're looking for a one stop dental marketing solution, then look no further than the Wonderist Agency. Wonderist can help you with branding and a killer website. They'll design ad campaigns no matter how you want to get your name out there. But maybe most importantly, they'll show you how your marketing plan is working! They have industry leading analytics that help you understand what works and what doesn't in your area and they'll help you spend your marketing dollar in the wisest way possible! Go check out the Wonderist Agency at verydentalpodcast.com/Wonderist!
Once again Kevin and Zach are joined by Alan Mead to talk about the struggles (and triumphs?) that come along with the dental treatment of teenagers! Fear not, loyal listener! This episode is a little bit more upbeat and optimistic than last week! Go get your ticket and your room for Voices of Dentistry 2023! If you want to interact with us, head over to the Very Clinical Facebook Group! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy." If you'd like to support the Very Dental Podcast Network then you should support our sponsors! Cosmedent has an amazing fall line up of continuing education! Coming up on September 22nd through the 23rd is our friend Dr. Artie Volker teaching “Composite Power 101!” Dr. Corky Willhite is offering his legendary “Ultimate Esthetics” course! Both courses have lots of hands on exercises and as always they're limited to 15 people which guarantees lots of individual time with instructors! Don't miss your chance to learn in the greatest classroom in dentistry with some legendary instructors using the best of materials! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/CEE! -- Our friends at CAD-Ray want you to know that there has never been a better time to get into intraoral scanning! They sell and support all kinds of digital dentistry products from scanners, to printers and even cloud based software! For instance, the Medit i600 itraoral scanner is priced at just about $13,000! And if you didn't know, CAD-Ray now distributes 3Shape scanners and the amazing Trios 4 wireless just had a $10,000 price cut! It comes in under $25,000. And all these options come with CAD-Ray's unbeatable support! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/cadray! -- If there is one thing that's changed the way I look at teeth the most, it's probably the headlight I use with my loupes. Our friends at Enova make amazing loupes and distribute Zumax dental microscopes, both the best you can buy. But the amazing, weightless and cordless Qubit, Quasar or Quantum headlights (all others are just toys) are the biggest game changer. But be careful…if you try one, you're going to buy one! Why haven't you checked out Enova Illumination yet? You can get a killer deal on all things Enova by using the Very Dental link you'll find at verydentalpodcast.com/Enova! -- Have you been looking at your supply bill lately? Prices are REALLY going up on all the things you use every day in your office. Our friends at Crazy Dental understand and are here to help! Very Dental listeners can get 10% off their orders from Crazy Dental by using coupon code “VERYDENTAL10”! Go check out their amazing catalog and save yourself 10% off of their already amazing prices at verydentalpodcast.com/crazy! -- If you're looking for a one stop dental marketing solution, then look no further than the Wonderist Agency. Wonderist can help you with branding and a killer website. They'll design ad campaigns no matter how you want to get your name out there. But maybe most importantly, they'll show you how your marketing plan is working! They have industry leading analytics that help you understand what works and what doesn't in your area and they'll help you spend your marketing dollar in the wisest way possible! Go check out the Wonderist Agency at verydentalpodcast.com/Wonderist!
Kevin and Zach are joined by the other host of the Very Dental Podcast Network, Dr. Alan Mead, to talk about the troubles, trials and tribulations that come along with the dental treatment of teenagers! Go get your ticket and your room for Voices of Dentistry 2023! If you want to interact with us, head over to the Very Clinical Facebook Group! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy." If you'd like to support the Very Dental Podcast Network then you should support our sponsors! Cosmedent has an amazing fall line up of continuing education! Coming up on September 22nd through the 23rd is our friend Dr. Artie Volker teaching “Composite Power 101!” Dr. Corky Willhite is offering his legendary “Ultimate Esthetics” course! Both courses have lots of hands on exercises and as always they're limited to 15 people which guarantees lots of individual time with instructors! Don't miss your chance to learn in the greatest classroom in dentistry with some legendary instructors using the best of materials! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/CEE! -- Our friends at CAD-Ray want you to know that there has never been a better time to get into intraoral scanning! They sell and support all kinds of digital dentistry products from scanners, to printers and even cloud based software! For instance, the Medit i600 itraoral scanner is priced at just about $13,000! And if you didn't know, CAD-Ray now distributes 3Shape scanners and the amazing Trios 4 wireless just had a $10,000 price cut! It comes in under $25,000. And all these options come with CAD-Ray's unbeatable support! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/cadray! -- If there is one thing that's changed the way I look at teeth the most, it's probably the headlight I use with my loupes. Our friends at Enova make amazing loupes and distribute Zumax dental microscopes, both the best you can buy. But the amazing, weightless and cordless Qubit, Quasar or Quantum headlights (all others are just toys) are the biggest game changer. But be careful…if you try one, you're going to buy one! Why haven't you checked out Enova Illumination yet? You can get a killer deal on all things Enova by using the Very Dental link you'll find at verydentalpodcast.com/Enova! -- Have you been looking at your supply bill lately? Prices are REALLY going up on all the things you use every day in your office. Our friends at Crazy Dental understand and are here to help! Very Dental listeners can get 10% off their orders from Crazy Dental by using coupon code “VERYDENTAL10”! Go check out their amazing catalog and save yourself 10% off of their already amazing prices at verydentalpodcast.com/crazy! -- If you're looking for a one stop dental marketing solution, then look no further than the Wonderist Agency. Wonderist can help you with branding and a killer website. They'll design ad campaigns no matter how you want to get your name out there. But maybe most importantly, they'll show you how your marketing plan is working! They have industry leading analytics that help you understand what works and what doesn't in your area and they'll help you spend your marketing dollar in the wisest way possible! Go check out the Wonderist Agency at verydentalpodcast.com/Wonderist!
10-11-22 AJ DailyListen Now: Alan Mead Runs for the Board Click here to listen to all candidate interviews. Adapted from an article by Miranda Reiman, senior associate editor "Code of the West” Convention Speakers on YouTube; 2022 Award Winners Announced Adapted from a release by R-CALF USA Third-quarter Numbers Show Rail Service Improving Though Barriers Remain Adapted from an American Farm Bureau Federation Market Intel article Women in Ag Conference set Oct. 18 in Hereford Adapted from a release by Kay Ledbetter, Texas A&M AgriLife Communications Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net.
Very Dental People...I give you an episode of the Alan Mead Experience from April 2018 featuring the one and only Dr. Frank Clayton! In one of the greatest podcasts ever recorded, Frank and Al cover a bizarre range of topics: from pig farming, test taking, Spear and Kois, single tooth dentistry and hating removable dentures. Some links from the show: Go get your ticket and your room for Voices of Dentistry 2023! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy." If you'd like to support the Very Dental Podcast Network then you should support our sponsors! Cosmedent has an amazing fall line up of continuing education! Coming up on September 22nd through the 23rd is our friend Dr. Artie Volker teaching “Composite Power 101!” Dr. Corky Willhite is offering his legendary “Ultimate Esthetics” course! Both courses have lots of hands on exercises and as always they're limited to 15 people which guarantees lots of individual time with instructors! Don't miss your chance to learn in the greatest classroom in dentistry with some legendary instructors using the best of materials! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/CEE! -- Our friends at CAD-Ray want you to know that there has never been a better time to get into intraoral scanning! They sell and support all kinds of digital dentistry products from scanners, to printers and even cloud based software! For instance, the Medit i600 itraoral scanner is priced at just about $13,000! And if you didn't know, CAD-Ray now distributes 3Shape scanners and the amazing Trios 4 wireless just had a $10,000 price cut! It comes in under $25,000. And all these options come with CAD-Ray's unbeatable support! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/cadray! -- If there is one thing that's changed the way I look at teeth the most, it's probably the headlight I use with my loupes. Our friends at Enova make amazing loupes and distribute Zumax dental microscopes, both the best you can buy. But the amazing, weightless and cordless Qubit, Quasar or Quantum headlights (all others are just toys) are the biggest game changer. But be careful…if you try one, you're going to buy one! Why haven't you checked out Enova Illumination yet? You can get a killer deal on all things Enova by using the Very Dental link you'll find at verydentalpodcast.com/Enova! -- Have you been looking at your supply bill lately? Prices are REALLY going up on all the things you use every day in your office. Our friends at Crazy Dental understand and are here to help! Very Dental listeners can get 10% off their orders from Crazy Dental by using coupon code “VERYDENTAL10”! Go check out their amazing catalog and save yourself 10% off of their already amazing prices at verydentalpodcast.com/crazy! -- If you're looking for a one stop dental marketing solution, then look no further than the Wonderist Agency. Wonderist can help you with branding and a killer website. They'll design ad campaigns no matter how you want to get your name out there. But maybe most importantly, they'll show you how your marketing plan is working! They have industry leading analytics that help you understand what works and what doesn't in your area and they'll help you spend your marketing dollar in the wisest way possible! Go check out the Wonderist Agency at verydentalpodcast.com/Wonderist!
Alan Mead of Barnett, Mo., is seeking a first term on the American Angus Association Board of Directors. Delegates will elect five directors; a president and chairman of the Board; and a vice president and vice chairman of the Board during the Association's 139th Annual Convention of Delegates, which will convene at 8 a.m. Mountain Standard Time (MST) Monday, Nov. 7, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Read Alan Mead's bio
New dentists, take note! Not all dentists think that sealants are a wise preventive treatment! The very clinical guys, (Zach Meiners, Kevin Fryer, and Alan Mead) all have one thing in common...all pretty much dislike sealants! What? Aren't they preventing decay? Enjoy what's likely an unpopular take on sealants. Highlights include: - Do sealants prevent decay? - Can sealants "cause" decay? - What conditions should be met for sealants to be effective? - Is adding sealants into your hygiene program a revenue booster? - When did 3 experienced clinicians turn sour on sealants? - How does a microscope user view the sealant restoration? - Is the medium quality sealant the worst restoration? - Glass Ionomer sealants, do they have a place? Fuji Triage If you want to interact with us, head over to the Very Clinical Facebook Group! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy." If you'd like to support the Very Dental Podcast Network then you should support our sponsors! After the course I took at Cosmedent back in May, I realized that polishing restorations, especially composite restorations is an afterthought for most dentists. Getting a beautiful shine with lasting luster is just too much work, so why bother? But what if you could make your patients happier and make your composite restorations last longer? You need to try Enamelize, the aluminum oxide polishing paste from Cosmedent that will change the way you look at composite polish forever. Check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/enamelize! -- Our friends at Spear Education want Very Dental people to know about a special event they're having this summer! This new opportunity brings the leaders in dental education together to Educate, Elevate, and Empower you! Whether a current member or new to Spear, this event will reignite the spark in your practice. It's a “Whitman's Sampler” of all the amazing educators at Spear Education including Frank Spear, Gregg Kinzer, Jeff Rouse, Darin Dichter, Gary DeWood and Ricardo Mitrani! It's clinical! It's business! But most importantly, it's all Spear! Spear live is happening on the east coast in Boston, MA on August 12th and 13th! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/Spear! -- You know that our friends at Zirc are the organization people. With the Color Method and all the different storage and instrument sterilizations options, they'll keep your processes streamlined and efficient! But they're not JUST the organization people. Every dental office should check out the amazing products that Zirc has to offer for organization, isolation and visualization at verydentalpodcast.com/Zirc! -- Our friends at CAD-Ray want you to know that there has never been a better time to get into intraoral scanning! They sell and support all kinds of digital dentistry products from scanners, to printers and even cloud based software! For instance, the Medit i600 itraoral scanner is priced at just about $13,000! And if you didn't know, CAD-Ray now distributes 3Shape scanners and the amazing Trios 4 wireless just had a $10,000 price cut! It comes in under $25,000. And all these options come with CAD-Ray's unbeatable support! Go check it out at verydentalpodcast.com/cadray! -- If there is one thing that's changed the way I look at teeth the most, it's probably the headlight I use with my loupes. Our friends at Enova make amazing loupes and distribute Zumax dental microscopes, both the best you can buy. But the amazing, weightless and cordless Qubit, Quasar or Quantum headlights (all others are just toys) are the biggest game changer. But be careful…if you try one, you're going to buy one! Why haven't you checked out Enova Illumination yet? You can get a killer deal on all things Enova by using the Very Dental link you'll find at verydentalpodcast.com/Enova! -- Have you been looking at your supply bill lately? Prices are REALLY going up on all the things you use every day in your office. Our friends at Crazy Dental understand and are here to help! Very Dental listeners can get 10% off their orders from Crazy Dental by using coupon code “VERYDENTAL10”! Go check out their amazing catalog and save yourself 10% off of their already amazing prices at verydentalpodcast.com/crazy! -- If you're looking for a one stop dental marketing solution, then look no further than the Wonderist Agency. Wonderist can help you with branding and a killer website. They'll design ad campaigns no matter how you want to get your name out there. But maybe most importantly, they'll show you how your marketing plan is working! They have industry leading analytics that help you understand what works and what doesn't in your area and they'll help you spend your marketing dollar in the wisest way possible! Go check out the Wonderist Agency at verydentalpodcast.com/Wonderist.
Have you considered coping mechanisms and how those can profoundly impact us as dentists? Are you wondering how to establish and maintain positive coping mechanisms instead of negative ones? In this intimate conversation, Dr. Alan Mead shares with Dr. Dennis Hartlieb what led him into opiate addiction over twenty years ago, what propelled him into rehab, and what the journey toward recovery and healthy living has been like for him. Listen in to hear Dr. Mead share how he wound up addicted to opiates and how he escaped that downward spiral and went on to have a successful dental and podcast career. To connect more with Dr. Mead and the dental podcast network he leads, head to https://www.verydentalpodcast.com/. Don't miss this powerful episode about the importance of taking care of ourselves and about why it's critical to get help when we need it. For a full video version of the podcast, a full transcript of the interview, and so much more, head over to our blog post at DOTHandsOn.com!
This week on Totally Oral, Russell is joined by Jason Lutchefeld, Zack Meiners, and Alan Mead. We discuss a little up and coming podcast that Zach and Alan do. We discuss social media and dentistry and how it has changed our landscape. We also discuss how Jason is looking forward to retirement and going to live in Canada. If you want to learn more about Jason's services, go to Inspero.
Do you love listening to dental podcasts? Have you considered the way that dental podcasts can enrich your continuing education experiences? If you're a podcast listener and a dentist, you're probably familiar with today's guest, Dr. Alan Mead, who is a vital part of the dental podcasting world and who shares professional knowledge with dentists everywhere. Alan talks with host your host, Dennis Hartlieb, about dental school and becoming a dentist and about how he found his way into the dental podcasting world. Don't miss this riveting episode with Dr. Alan Mead! For a full video of the interview, a complete transcript, and more, check out our blog post!
Dr. Alan Mead joins Zach and Kevin to do a deep dive into block scheduling! Kevin kicks off this amazing conversation with THE question: "what are you selling?" He then explains how block scheduling has crushed it in his practice and how you can take back control of the chaos in your schedule! Want more information? Become a member of the Very Clinical Facebook group where Kevin kicked off a rip roaring thread about block scheduling! If you'd like to support the Very Dental Podcast Network then you should support our sponsors! Listen, most dental practices are wasting an enormous amount of time and money on disorganization. Zirc's Color Method takes all of your instruments and all of your materials and organizes it perfectly into color-coded tubs, trays, and cassettes. You gotta look into this for your practice and if you're thinking, “Alan I do not have time for this!” you're in luck because Zirc just launched a new service department where they will do it all for you! Go to verydentalpodcast.com/colormethod and they'll give you 50% off their Deeper Assessment consulting plan. Our friends at Cosmedent want to give you a polishing secret weapon. What's that secret weapon? It's called Enamelize! This Cosmedent Top Seller is an aluminum oxide polishing paste that creates a beautiful final polish on composites, porcelain, metal and natural tooth structure. Using Enamelize will greatly increase the gloss, luster and surface smoothness of your restoration. Go get your polishing secret weapon at verydentalpodcast.com/Enamelize! I've been using a Medit scanner from CAD-Ray since early 2019. I just upgraded to the i700 and I really like it. Medit has a lot to offer including a very appealing price point, no monthly fees and support that only CAD-Ray can offer! If you're ready to bring digital dentistry into your practice, you need to check out verydentalpodcast.com/CADray! Our friends at Enova Illumination have your magnification and lighting needs all figured out. Whether you're looking at new loupes, a surgical headlight like no other or the amazing line of Zumax microscopes, Enova Illumination has you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/Enova and take advantage of the discounts they have for Very Dental Podcast Network listeners! Do you need help with a logo, website design or anything marketing? Our friends at Wonderist can definitely help! Keep your eyes open for the updated Very Dental Podcast website coming soon! It's amazing and it was designed by the pros at the Wonderist Agency! Want more information? Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist! Do you want an easy way to support the Very Dental Podcast network? Go check out the monthly deals from our friends at Crazy Dental! Each month Crazy Dental will be offering high value coupons on the product you're using most! Head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy to see the monthly deals they have in store for you!
Co-Founder of Voices of Dentistry, Dr. Alan Mead joins the show today. Listen in as Dr. Mark Costes and Dr. Alan Mead catch up following VoD 2022. They get into the early days of podcasting, raising a family while building a business, and what it's like to age in our profession. EPISODE RESOURCES Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast Visit the Dentalpreneur Podcast website Write a Review on iTunes Dental Success Network
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Dr. Alan Mead, co-host of the Dental Hacks and Peaceful Practice podcasts, talks about his weight loss journey during the pandemic and managing lifestyle diseases. We discuss the physical and mental effects of exercise streaks and how to make time to exercise during the workweek. Dr. Mead also recounts getting hit by a truck while exercising, an event that broke his back in two places! Check this episode out on the Yoga for Dentists YouTube Channel. Hang out with like-minded dental professionals on Facebook or Instagram @yogafordentists Email me: josie@yogafordentists.net How to Enjoy Life in Dentistry without Sacrificing Your Body and Mind: click here: https://www.crownofwellness.com/webinarregistration Get Monthly Wellness Tips Curated for Dentists by clicking here: https://www.crownofwellness.com/opt-in ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to give Yoga for Dentists a 5-star rating or leave a review! Thank you so much! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
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