THE
IRREPLACEABLE
DENTAL TEAM
PODCAST

Episode 75

Breathing Better While You Sleep with Ronda Holman

Episode 74

Getting Informed Consent with Andrei Bennett

Episode 73

Doing Good is Good Business with Girls First and ORCS

Episode 72

The Forgotten Mouths with Dr. Sonya Dunbar

Episode 71

Connecting Dentists and AI with Dr. Howard Farran

Episode 70

Coaching Dental Teams with Micky Chorny

Episode 69

Brokering Opportunities with Jason Clarke

Episode 68

Building a Better Loupe with Dr. Zina Berry

Episode 67

The TMJ Trifecta with Dr. Mac Lee

Episode 66

The Opiod Crisis – What the Dental Team Should Know with Tom Viola

Episode 65

The Slow but Gentle Forces at Work with Dr. Nigel Knight

Episode 64

Physiotherapy For Health and Wellness with Akeisha-Lee Byfield

Episode 63

Team Value when Selling a Dental Practice with Derek Leonard

Episode 62

Doing the DEW with Anne Duffy

Episode 61

Becoming Irreplaceable with David “Boncrek” Johnson

Episode 60

Team Value when Purchasing a Dental Practice with Derek Leonard

Episode 59

Sensing the Impact with Xsport Mouthguards feat. Siegfried Settele

Episode 58

Mastering Patient Referrals

Episode 57

Domestic Violence: Things We Should Know – Tiffany Santana

Episode 56

Extreme Client Care: Beyond Expectations – Evadney Ramdial

Episode 55

Xsport Mouthguards with Siegfried Settele

Episode 54

Bring them Home with Consent

Episode 53

Don’t Let Them Die During Sleep!

Episode 52

Own Your Story, Natalie Borneo

Episode 51

The Emotional Intelligence Guy, Orrin Webb

Episode 50

Compliance with the Tooth Cop: Duane Tinker

Episode 49

Implicit Bias with Dr. Wizda Bryant

Episode 48

The Business of Happiness with Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy

Episode 47

Prevent Divorce and Eviction with Myofunctional Therapy with Kayla Keep

Episode 46

Sober Life Rocks with Margy Schaller

Episode 45

Work Life Balance with Dr. Uche Odiatu

Episode 44

Human Trafficking and Dentistry with Loren King

Episode 43

Sex, Smiles and Dancing with Katrina Sanders

Episode 42

Diabetes and the Dental Patient with Dr. Calvin Solomon

Episode 41

Dental Assistants Saving Lives with Ronda Holman

Episode 40

Anxious or Depressed Teammates with Dr. Jarell Myers

Episode 39

Promoting Optimum Wellness from Birth with Joy Lantz

Episode 38

Head and Neck Cancer with Dr. Camille Ragin

Episode 37

Bouncing Back with Cecily Cooper

Episode 36
Celebrating the Value You Bring to Your Dental Team with Tiffany Santana

Episode 35
The Power of Healthy Conflict Strengthening Your Dental Team

Episode 34
The Habit Breaker with Tracey McNair, Orofacial Myologist

Episode 33
Healthy Relationships in the Dental Office

Episode 32
The Magic of Music in the Dental Office with Martina Chow-Antoine

Episode 31
Managing Inventory with Jordyn Levitas, Torch Dental

Episode 30
Innovation in our Workspace with Rochelle Cameron

By embracing disruption and constant growth, dental teams can create distinctive experiences for their patients, building lasting relationships based on trust and care.

Episode 29
Breathing Easy, Breathing Well with Rosi Ngwenya

An integral part of taking care of our oral health involves focusing on the way we breathe because all systems of the body are interconnected.

Episode 28
Drugs, Drugs, Drugs with Tom Viola

As dental professionals deepen their understanding of pharmacology, they will be better equipped to provide the best care for their patients.

Episode 27
Financial Security 101 with George Sago

Regardless of your current earnings or financial situation, you can take steps today to improve your financial literacy and management. It begins with a change in your thinking.

Episode 26
Extreme Customer Service with Laura Nelson

Laura Nelson, founder of Front Office Rocks, highlights the importance of customer service and efficient teamwork in dental practices.

Episode 25
Dental Sleep Medicine and the Dental Assistant with Dr. Jamison Spencer

Dr. Jamison Spencer, a dentist specialized in Dental Sleep Medicine, emphasizes the role of dental assistants in educating patients about sleep-related breathing disorders.

Episode 24
Substance Abuse with Dr. Jarell Myers

To improve care for patients with substance abuse issues, Dr. Jarell Myers advises dental teams: empathy, information, and open communication are essential.

Episode 23
Cracking the GenZ Code with Professor Tameika Smith

Tamika Smith shares key insights on Gen Z in the workplace: the value of face-to-face communication, mental health awareness, and collaboration.

Episode 22
The Mouth-Body Connection with Tasha Kazloski

Tasha Kazloski, a dental hygienist and hygiene coach, discusses the oral-systemic health connection and the role of dental assistants in educating patients.

Episode 21
Avoiding Back Pain with Bethany Valachi

Bethany Valachi, a dental ergonomic expert, shares tips on preventing work-related pain for dental assistants.

Episode 20
Geriatric Dentistry with Sonya Dunbar

Sonya Dunbar, the Geriatric Tooth Fairy, has provided dental care for seniors for 15 years. She is an oral care educator, motivator, and communicator.

Episode 19
Problem Solving with Dr. Cathy Jameson

Dr. Cathy Jameson discusses the process of problem-solving and highlights the importance of identifying and addressing issues in a constructive manner.

Episode 18
Good Health is Your Wealth – Dr. Uche Odiatu

This interview with Dr. Uche Odiatu focused on good nutrition, quality sleep, and exercise for overall health and well-being.

Episode 17
The Value of Teamwork on the Dental Office with Kevin Henry

Kevin Henry discusses the role of leadership within the dental team, recognizing that everyone has the potential to be a leader in their own right.

Episode 16
Emotional Intelligence

Dr. Darius Danielles shares the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) for healthy decisions, effective communication, and improved relationships.

Episode 15
Aesthetic Dentistry and the Team – Dr. Linda Greenwall

Dr. Linda Greenwall emphasizes how the Dental Assistant contributes to teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care in a successful dental practice.

Episode 14
The New Patient Experience with Dr. Mark Hyman

Dr. Mark Hyman shares insights on the new patient experience in dentistry that include personalized care, teamwork, and creating a positive environment.

Episode 13
Eating the Frog – Olympian Grace Jackson

Interview with Grace Jackson, Jamaica’s first silver medalist, discussing discipline, consistency, pushing boundaries, and choosing growth over regret.

Episode 12
From Dental Assistant to Dental Hygienist

Interview with Andrew Tate: the value of organization, professionalism, and personal development in the dental profession.

Episode 11
Caring for Patients with Special Needs

Caring for patients with special needs requires careful observation skills, clear communication, and customized approaches for their specific needs.

Episode 10
Supporting Clients with Substance Abuse

To improve care for patients with substance abuse issues, Dr. Jarell Myers advises dental teams: empathy, information, and open communication are essential.

Episode 09
Radiology Gems

Janet Simpson, a dental radiology expert, shares tips for gaining patient cooperation and improving X-ray techniques.

Episode 08
Consistency is Key

Consistency builds trust in a dental office, ensuring reliability, quality care, and patient satisfaction.

Episode 07
Preparing Children for a Comfortable Dental Visit

Create positive dental experiences for children by using child-friendly language, explaining procedures, and engaging with them in a cheerful manner.

Episode 06
Guest Shelley Renee

Shelley Renee highlights the importance of simplicity and positive patient experiences, emphasizing the role of dental assistants.

Episode 05
Natalie Borneo: Transferable Skills

Natalie Borneo discusses career transitions, transferable skills, and the role of dental assistants as “the glue” in the dental practice and team.

Episode 04
Patient Confidentiality

Patient confidentiality is crucial for dental assistants to build trust. Protect personal information and avoid sharing without permission.

Episode 03
Showing Up As Your Best Self

Being self-aware and showing up as your best self is essential in professional settings, including dental assisting.

Episode 02
Caring for Anxious Patients

Manage anxious dental patients by assessing their anxiety level, using a soothing tone, giving them control, and creating a calm environment.

Episode 01
The Irreplaceable Dental Assistant

Focus on improving yourself and becoming a reliable team member. You’ll be well on your way to becoming irreplaceable.