Ain't That the Tooth

The Wounded Veterans Relief Fund and the dentists who provide services to this worthy cause aim to create a dental home for American veterans. This is a must-listen-to with Jade Sembric, dental program manager for the Wounded Veterans Relief Fund, and Drs. Queahn Phan, Zack Kalarickle, Frederic Norkin, and Randall Rodriguez-Torres.

Closing our celebration of Women’s History Month, we are happy to have Nova dental student Lauren Saqui as she shares her story of why she chose a career in dentistry and how she gained insight and experience that has helped her shape her journey in dental school and beyond.

Continuing our celebration of Women in Dentistry, we are excited to present ADA President Dr Linda Edgar. Dr. Edgar’s unique journey to becoming a dentist and her path to leadership in organized dentistry is an exciting study on facing challenges head-on, not to mention the many blessings in between. Dr. Edgar talks to us about women in dentistry and the initiatives she’s working on at the American Dental Association, from communication and collaboration, effective advocacy, and public awareness of the ADA to creating a welcoming environment for all.

We are excited to have three insightful podcast episodes about women in dentistry in March. We will air one weekly throughout the month. For our first in this series, we welcome back Dr. ArNelle Wright. You know her as a host of the American Dental Association’s podcast, Dental Sound Bites. Dr. Wright and I had a frank conversation about women in dentistry, including challenges and successes. You don't want to miss it.

Today, we look at the Group Practice model through a different lens. Joining us is Dr. Joel L. Strom. His November article in the ADA News piqued our interest in taking a deeper look into corporate dentistry. Dr. Strom is a former California State Dental Board president, chair of ethics at the University of Southern California, and a member of the National Advisory Dental Cranial Research Council at the National Institutes of Health. He now practices as a partner with MB2 Dental.

Today, we have Mike Durkee, Executive Director of the Wounded Veterans Relief Fund. This program, unique to Florida, provides much-needed dental care for our veterans. The program has an exciting appeal to dentists wanting to deliver services in that they work with their dentist volunteers to receive payment. Would you be interested in volunteering? Contact Jade Sembric at jsembric@wvrf.org. Or the website www.wvrf.org

Join us today for a lively conversation with Dr. Dannica Brennan. Her dental career was forged with the help of the Air Force, where she served her country after graduating. Now settled in the Tampa area of Florida, she has built her own practice with a few interesting twists. Dr. Brennan is enjoying life with her family and loving every moment of it.

Dr. Linda Niessen, Professor and Founding Dean of the College of Dental Medicine and Vice Provost of Oral Health Affairs discusses how a dental school can be more than just "the science." Students at the Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine come from diverse communities and learn leadership skills while developing a charitable mentality in addition to their formal dental training.

Mike Graham, Senior Vice President of Government and Public Affairs at the American Dental Association, helps us understand better how membership in the tripartite supports advocacy efforts. From the national to the state and local component levels, leveraging the “power of three” proves successful.

ADA Executive Director Dr. Raymond A. Cohlmia talks to us about the future of the American Dental Association. From strategic forecasting to AI innovations, the plan is to make membership in the ADA a custom experience.

Join us today for a lively conversation with FDA’s Chief Legislative Officer, Joe Anne Hart, on what’s coming this legislative season and more. Advocacy is the silent, not-so-silent benefit every dentist needs to know about. Each year, the political landscape is different, and understanding that landscape is essential. And participating in the process is even more critical, as many issues can be resolved before they see the light of day.

ADA 10 Under 10 Award winner Dr. Stephanie Ganter talks about her philosophy on sharing experiences from dental school days, volunteerism, and owning a practice. Dr. Ganter reminds us that self-care, caring for others, and collaborating are keys to better health, mental health, and dental practice. Between Two Teeth Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BetweenTwoTeeth

Dr. Emil and Dariel Liakhovetski did not shy away from pursuing either of their passions. From classically trained cellists whose modern take on the instruments landed them on "America's Got Talent " to pursuing their desire to be the best dentists they can be, these two brothers prove there's no limit to what you can accomplish when following both family paths.

Join us today as Dr. Suzanne Ebert, V.P., ADA Dental Professional Career Service, talks about how your personality and personal values play a role in deciding your dental career. Whether you are a recent graduate just starting or looking to make changes mid-career, figuring out what you want can be daunting. That's where ADA's Career Pathways assessment tool can help you chart the right course. Experience career planning and more at the ADA SmileCon, October 5 - 7, 2023, in Orlando, Florida.

Hi Everyone! We’re taking a break! We hope you enjoy your summer, and we’ll see you in the fall with new episodes. From starting a non-profit for special needs children in high school to going on to get double degrees in college, Nova Southeastern dental student Cassandra Gubala talks about the experiences in her life that motivated her to enter dental school, her thoughts about the student experience, and how she handles her well-being through it all.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion have been part of the zeitgeist for the past few years. But understanding how it applies to your professional and social circles creates more questions than answers. Today, the ADA’s Sr. Manager of Diversity and Inclusion, Susana Galvan, and Diversity and Inclusion Committee Chair, Dr. Brett Kessler, help us understand how the American Dental Association is taking strides to help the dental community become more aware and educated on this subject.

OSHA and HIPPA Compliance seem second nature in many dental practices, but is it? Join us today for a frank conversation with the President and Co-Founder of Abyde, specializing in HIPAA and OSHA compliance, Matt DiBlasi, on the good, the bad, and the ugly of complying with OSHA and HIPPA. From employees to patients, learn what to know before it becomes an issue.

Increasing Dental Health literacy – especially with children in mind is sometimes tricky. Today we talk with past SFDDA President Dr. Richard Sherman and how reaching parents during their children’s earlier years could prevent oral health issues in the future. https://kidsmilemaker.com/

Join us today for a delightful conversation with Dr. Vrinda Shah on her journey to becoming a dentist and how her experiences from growing up in Saint Lucia to being a dental student during the pandemic shaped her vision, drive, and commitment to the profession

Join us today for an insightful conversation with Dr. Angela McNeight, Chair of the FDA’s Leadership Development Committee. She talks about how stepping out of her comfort zone allowed her passion for her community and the dental profession to lead her to wonderful experiences and relationships. From advocacy to leadership within the dental association and personal growth, Dr. McNeight shares her story.