The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast: Shining a Light on Orthodontist Innovators

Dr. Sean Holliday is an innovative orthodontist based in Honolulu, Hawaii, known for advancing digital orthodontics and scalable systems-driven care at Holliday Orthodontics. Through his clinical leadership and educational platform OrthoMasterClass, Sean helps orthodontists refine digital workflows, improve treatment outcomes, and elevate team culture through authentic leadership with Aloha. On this episode, you will discover: Recorded April 26, 2025 at the AAO Annual Session in Philadelphia, PA. Generous support for this podcast comes from The Aligner Intensive Fellowship and Grin. Illuminate Spotlight: Tiny Changes Recycling Program by MASO Musical Tributes: Join the community of forward-thinking orthodontists and catch up on every episode at illuminateorthopodcast.com — where innovation meets inspiration. The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast explores cutting-edge orthodontics and dentistry, offering orthodontists insights on innovation, patient care, custom braces, Invisalign & aligners, and 3D printing — while spotlighting leadership, practice growth, work-life balance, and the business of running a thriving orthodontic practice with creativity and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Christian Groth is a Detroit-area orthodontist and innovator helping lead the charge in digital orthodontics. As co-founder of Motor City Lab Works, he’s made waves in 3D printing, aligner therapy, and lab–practice integration — all while maintaining an independent approach to innovation. On this episode, you will discover: Recorded April 25, 2025 at the AAO Annual Session in Philadelphia, PA. Generous support for this podcast comes from Grin and KLOwen Ortho. Illuminate Spotlight: THE Aligner Intensive Fellowship Musical Tributes: Join the community of forward-thinking orthodontists and catch up on every episode at illuminateorthopodcast.com — where innovation meets inspiration. The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast explores cutting-edge orthodontics and dentistry, offering orthodontists insights on innovation, patient care, custom braces, Invisalign & aligners, and 3D printing — while spotlighting leadership, practice growth, work-life balance, and the business of running a thriving orthodontic practice with creativity and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Geoff Sudit is an orthodontist and true innovator practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Alongside his wife Liz, Geoff co-founded Bright Referral and Retain, two orthodontic platforms that are transforming how practices approach referrals and post-treatment care. At Mint Orthodontics, Geoff has embraced custom braces, remote monitoring, and a patient-first design philosophy — reimagining the orthodontic experience from the ground up. On this episode, you will discover: Recorded April 25, 2025 at the AAO Annual Session in Philadelphia, PA. Generous support for this podcast comes from KLOwen Ortho and Orthodontic Pearls. Illuminate Spotlight: OrthoMasterClass Musical Tributes: 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly' by Ennio Morricone 'Temptation Sensation' (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia theme) by Heinz Kiessling Join the community of forward-thinking orthodontists and catch up on every episode at illuminateorthopodcast.com — where innovation meets inspiration. The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast explores cutting-edge orthodontics and dentistry, offering orthodontists insights on innovation, patient care, custom braces, Invisalign & aligners, and 3D printing — while spotlighting leadership, practice growth, work-life balance, and the business of running a thriving orthodontic practice with creativity and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Cosmo Haralambidis is a Rhode Island-based orthodontist, educator, and the creator of the Synapse Dental Pain Eraser — a non-pharmacologic innovation helping orthodontists manage patient discomfort more effectively. Guided by his Greek heritage and the Hellenistic values of compassion and service, Cosmo was honored with the 2023 AAO Innovator Award for his contributions to advancing orthodontic care. On this episode, you will discover: Recorded January 24, 2025 at the AAO | AAPD Winter Conference in Marco Island, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from KLOwen Ortho and The Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO). Illuminate Spotlight - CORE from the AAOF Illuminate Exclusives: Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO) 2025 JCO Orthodontic Practice Study Musical Tributes: ‘Black Coffee’ by Sonny Burke Join the community of forward-thinking orthodontists and catch up on every episode at illuminateorthopodcast.com — where innovation meets inspiration. The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast explores cutting-edge orthodontics and dentistry, offering orthodontists insights on innovation, patient care, custom braces, Invisalign & aligners, and 3D printing — while spotlighting leadership, practice growth, work-life balance, and the business of running a thriving orthodontic practice with creativity and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Clarke Stevens is an innovative orthodontist from Omaha, Nebraska, and the creator of WildSmiles Braces. Clarke turned a creative spark into a patented bracket system that blends treatment with self-expression—and most recently collaborated with Disney. His career reflects a unique intersection of clinical excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and imaginative leadership. On this episode, you will discover: Recorded January 24, 2025 at the AAO | AAPD Winter Conference in Marco Island, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from Solventum and LightForce Orthodontics. Illuminate Spotlight – Synapse Dental Pain Eraser Musical Tribute: ‘Tea for Two' by Vincent Youmans Join the community of forward-thinking orthodontists and catch up on every episode at illuminateorthopodcast.com — where innovation meets inspiration. The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast explores cutting-edge orthodontics and dentistry, offering orthodontists insights on innovation, patient care, custom braces, Invisalign & aligners, and 3D printing — while spotlighting leadership, practice growth, work-life balance, and the business of running a thriving orthodontic practice with creativity and entrepreneurship.

Why do so many adults trust their child’s orthodontist—but go elsewhere for their own treatment? In today’s episode, we’re live from the AAO Winter Meeting with Dr. Amy Jackson, a board-certified orthodontist, practice leader, and founder of Retainers for Life. If you’re an orthodontist juggling retention headaches, staff challenges, or patient drop-off after debond, this conversation is a goldmine. Amy shares her journey from solo orthodontist to OSO affiliate and now to pioneering scalable retention solutions. Hit play to learn how Dr. Amy Jackson is reshaping the retention game—and how you can do the same in your practice! Recorded January 24, 2025 at the AAO Winter Meeting in Marco Island, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from LightForce Orthodontics & Solventum. Illuminate Spotlight - MyOrthoVA Musical Tribute: ‘Tequila’ by Dan + Shay Join the community of forward-thinking orthodontists and catch up on every episode at illuminateorthopodcast.com — where innovation meets inspiration. The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast explores cutting-edge orthodontics and dentistry, offering orthodontists insights on innovation, patient care, custom braces, Invisalign & aligners, and 3D printing — while spotlighting leadership, practice growth, work-life balance, and the business of running a thriving orthodontic practice with creativity and entrepreneurship.

Orthodontist Dr. Paul Trotter is an innovator who has built his practice around efficiency, helping elevate his father’s well-established office in Augusta, Georgia. By integrating custom braces and digital workflows, Paul has streamlined patient care while optimizing clinical outcomes — all while maintaining an exceptional patient experience. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded January 10, 2025, at Coastal Creative Studios in St. Petersburg, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from Solventum & Revere Partners. Illuminate Spotlight - Smiles Change Lives We’re honored that FeedSpot has named The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast the #1 Orthodontic Podcast of 2025! A huge thank you to our listeners for making this possible! Revere Partners Investment Disclaimer: This information is intended for qualified or accredited investors only. Participation in the company or fund may be subject to specific eligibility criteria. Potential investors should independently verify their qualifications and conduct due diligence before making any investment decisions. Investments involve risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Musical Tribute: ‘One Margarita’ by Luke Bryan

Orthodontist Dr. Barry Glaser has been practicing for over 30 years, treating patients at his practice in Westchester County, NY just outside of New York City. A student of the late, great Dr. Tony Giannelly, Barry transitioned to aligner therapy in the late 2000s and has since become a globally recognized Invisalign® Faculty Member and a trusted educator in the field. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded December 22, 2024 in Westchester County, NY. Generous support for this podcast comes from LightForce Orthodontics & Retainers For Life. Illuminate Spotlight - MARPE 360 Musical Tribute: 'Too Sweet' by Hozier

Orthodontist Dr. Rooz Khosravi practices in Sammamish and Bellevue, WA where he leads two fully digital clinics called PORTH, Personalized Orthodontics. Rooz is widely recognized for embracing cutting-edge aligner technologies and innovative digital workflows to advance patient-centered care. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Digital Orthodontics Hub Recorded November 1, 2024 at the Lotte Hotel in Seattle, WA. Generous support for this podcast comes from The Aligner Intensive Fellowship & Shimmin Consulting. Illuminate Spotlight - Retainers For Life Musical Tributes:

Orthodontist Dr. Jeremy Manuele practices in Las Vegas, NV and is known for his commitment to educating colleagues on innovative treatment modalities. With his MARPE 360 course, Jeremy has developed a comprehensive learning platform for orthodontists interested in advanced miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded September 17, 2024 at Coastal Creative Studios in St. Petersburg, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from Shimmin Consulting & The Aligner Intensive Fellowship. Illuminate Spotlight - Braces Academy & OrthoScreening Illuminate Exclusives: MARPE 360 & AIRWAY 360 $200 off either course Promo code: ILLUMINATE Musical Tribute: “‘O Sole Mio” by Eduardo di Capua & Alfredo Mazzucchi

Orthodontist Dr. Mike DeLuke is a third-generation dental professional who built a thriving practice in Upstate New York, only to later pivot toward a career in academia and orthodontic consulting. He now shares his passion for clinical efficiencies, practice management, and airway orthodontics through his DeLuke Orthodontic Coaching (DOC) platform. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded August 16, 2024, at Coastal Creative Studios in St. Petersburg, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from The Aligner Intensive Fellowship & Shimmin Consulting. Illuminate Spotlight - Bright Referral Musical Tribute: ‘Tennessee Whiskey’ by Chris Stapleton

Orthodontist Dr. Claudia Pinter practices in Vienna, Austria and is known for her clinical excellence with aligners as well as her passion for orthodontic education. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded July 13, 2024, at the Renaissance Ft. Lauderdale West Hotel in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from Solventum & the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO). Illuminate Spotlight - Isoglide Eruption Spring Illuminate Exclusives: Musical Tributes: ‘Black Coffee’ by Sonny Burke

Dr. Alyssa Emory-Carter is an innovative orthodontist recognized for her early adoption of orthodontic technologies and her leadership in cultivating a culture of excellence within her practice. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded May 4, 2024 at the Loews Hotel in New Orleans, LA during the AAO Annual Session. Generous support for this podcast comes from Solventum & DynaFlex. Illuminate Spotlight - Retainer Club Illuminate Exclusives: 50% off a 50 pack of DynaFlex’s new GX3 or LTR plastic Promo code: ILLUMINATE valid through July 31, 2024 https://www.dynaflex.com/glacier-materials/ Musical Tributes: ‘California Soul’ by The Messengers

Orthodontist Dr. Krystian Jarosz is a highly skilled clinician with a passion for the academic side of the specialty and is known for his innovative and cost-effective clinical pearls. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Skylands Orthodontics Recorded March 29, 2024 at Coastal Creative Studios in St. Petersburg, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from uLab Systems & Solventum. Musical Tributes: ’Beer Barrel Polka’ by Jaromír Vejvoda

Dr. Kyle Fagala is a well-known speaker, podcast host and orthodontic thought leader who practices at Saddle Creek Orthodontics outside of Memphis, TN. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Neon Canvas Recorded March 21, 2024 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in St. Louis, MO during the Orthopreneurs RD course. Generous support for this podcast comes from Allure Ortho & uLab Systems. Musical Tributes: ’The Long and Winding Road’ by The Beatles ‘The Digital Orthodontist: Live!’ Theme Song Timestamps Side 1 [12:04] Early life in Arkansas [29:19] How Kyle Met Anna [33:00] Dental School in Memphis [33:36] Specializing in Orthodontics Side 2 [41:15] Saddle Creek Orthodontics [47:58] Neon Canvas [57:56] The Digital Orthodontist: Live! Podcast [01:02:26] The Digital Orthodontist Facebook Group Side 3 [01:07:58] All The Best Faces Wear Braces & Nothing Finer Than Aligners [01:17:02] Mental Health [01:23:58] Faith Side 4 [01:32:41] The Beatles [01:36:32] Progressive Rock [01:40:37] Relapse [01:43:09] Cooking [01:44:37] Sneakers [01:46:17] Photography

A roundtable discussion on the future of the orthodontic profession with innovators Dr. Brandon Owen, Dr. Melanie Wang & Dr. Jason Cope. This special episode was recorded in front of a live audience during the Ortho Innovation Summit in Austin, TX. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded March 2nd, 2024 at the Thompson Hotel during the Ortho Innovation Summit in Austin, TX. Generous support for this podcast comes from KLOwen Ortho, Voxel & ArchForm. Bonus Content: Tom O’Grady’s Live Fender Rhodes Piano Set ‘Leave the Door Open’ by Silk Sonic ‘What’s Going On’ by Marvin Gaye (Donny Hathaway version) ‘Lovely Day’ by Bill Withers ‘Just the Way You Are’ by Billy Joel ‘I Can’t Help It’ by Michael Jackson

Innovative orthodontist Dr. Jared Gianquinto is known for integrating an orthodontic digital workflow into his practice in Bakersfield, CA. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded August 11th & October 27th, 2023 at Coastal Creative Studios in St. Petersburg, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from uLab Systems & the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO). Join us for a live podcast experience, along with tacos & tequila, in Austin, TX during the Ortho Innovation Summit hosted by KLOwen Custom Digital Solutions! The Ortho Innovation Summit is will take place February 29th through March 2nd, 2024. Leap into the future and reserve your spot today! Exclusive Illuminate Promo Codes (case sensitive, apply before checkout) illuminateDR - $270 off doctor registration illuminateSTAFF - $100 off team member registration Note: codes valid through 2/28/24 Musical Tributes: ’This Christmas’ by Donny Hathaway ‘Mele Kalikimaka’ popularized by Bing Crosby & the Andrews Sisters

Dr. Neal Kravitz is a highly respected orthodontist and innovative thought-leader who practices outside of Washington, D.C. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Journal of Clinical Orthodontics Recorded July 8, 2023 at Coastal Creative Studios in St. Petersburg, FL. Generous support for this podcast comes from The Aligner Intensive Fellowship & CAStrack. Join us for a live podcast experience, along with tacos & tequila, in Austin, TX during the Ortho Innovation Summit hosted by KLOwen Custom Braces! The Ortho Innovation Summit will take place February 29th through March 2nd, 2024. Leap into the future and reserve your spot today! Exclusive Illuminate Promo Codes (case sensitive, apply before checkout) illuminateDR - $270 off doctor registration illuminateSTAFF - $100 off team member registration Note: codes valid through 2/28/24

Orthodontist Dr. Sheldon Salins practices in San Francisco, CA and is a self-proclaimed & unabashed tooth nerd who is known for his magnetic personality. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded June 3, 2023 at the LightForce Future meeting in San Diego, CA. Generous support for this podcast comes from 3M Oral Care & DentalMonitoring. For more information about the podcast, head over to www.illuminateorthopodcast.com. Musical tributes on this episode: It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

Orthodontist Dr. Tim Dumore practices in Winnipeg, Canada and is recognized for being an innovator of new orthodontic technologies. On this episode, you’ll learn about: Recorded June 2, 2023 at the LightForce Future meeting in San Diego, CA. Generous support for this podcast comes from DentalMonitoring & 3M Oral Care. For more information about the podcast, head over to www.illuminateorthopodcast.com.