The Dental Up Podcast

Episode 269 - Sleep Dentistry with Panthera Dental

On this episode of The Dental Up Podcast, we discuss Sleep Dentistry with Bruce Barton and Kim Solomon from Panthera Dental.  Keating Dental Lab currently utilizes both the Classic and X3 appliances for the treatment of Sleep Apnea cases. 

Episode 268 - Peri-Implantitis with Dr. Don Clem, Part 2

We finish up our Peri-Implantitis discussion with Dr. Don Clem, culminating with implant maintenance and hygiene protocols. 

Episode 267 - Peri-Implantitis with Dr. Don Clem (Part 1)

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we sit down with Southern California icon, Dr. Don Clem, Founder of Regenerative Solutions, a practice limited to Periodontics and Implant Dentistry.  Dr. Clem presents a topic that frustrates many clinicians and patients alike:  peri-implantitis.  We break down the etiology, progression, and treatment of this common condition over a two part series.  Stay tuned next week for the conclusion and links to scientific articles and treatment procedures.  ...

Episode 266 - Dr. David Bretton explains the SmileFast system

Episode 265 - Introducing SmileFast to the USA

On this week's episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we introduce a truly unique product in the USA called SmileFast.  This patented technique is a system specifically designed for direct composite smile makeovers, involving the elements of smile design, CAD/CAM, and individual artistry.  Visit www.smilefastusa.com for more details on hands-on courses and to become a SmileFast authorized provider.  

Episode 264 - Dr. Michael Colleran

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview Dr. Michael Colleran, a 1996 graduate of the UoP School of Dentistry who has been in practice ever since in San Luis Obispo, California. We discuss his use of lasers and intraoral scanners in dentistry, and go over a Full Mouth Rehab case he performed as a great service to a patient in need. 

Episode 263: A 56 Year Career Inside Patient's Mouths, And Still Going Strong with Dr. Alan Weinstein

In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Alan Weinstein of Atlanta, Georgia, who has been practicing and teaching clinical dentistry for 56 years!  Yes, that's correct, he's been working inside patient's mouths for 56 years.  He is the epitome of high quality and individual patient care, dedicated to providing the best for each of his patients.  Over four generations of Atlantans have been under his care, and they all return for these same reasons.  Listen today and lea...

Episode 262 - New ideas and Format

New ideas and format for the Dental Up Podcast -- we need your input please :)    

Episode 261 - Nu Brace with Dr. Tom Kalili

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview Dr. Tom Kalili, Owner and Inventor of Nu Brace clear aligners.  He explains how during his time teaching at UCLA, he discovered this new technology and how it minimizes stress forces on teeth during orthodontic movement.  After 2,000 successful cases treated in his private office in Beverly Hills, he is taking the product world-wide!!

Episode 259 - Looking Forward with Nobel Biocare and Travis Nelson

We sit down with Travis Nelson, Director of Nobel Procera and Lab Services for North America, and discuss what Nobel Biocare has in the pipeline for next year!  It's the 25th Anniversary of All-on-Four, The Envista Summit in Las Vegas, another huge meeting in Dubai, and improvements to the surgical and prosthetic work-flow. 

Episode 258 - Digital Dentures Featuring Keating Dental Lab and Dentsply

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview Kristi Neff, Technical Specialist from Dentsply Prosthetics in the Removable Division, and discuss the R&D that went into creating Digital Dentures.   We provide tips on saving time and eliminating appointment visits using a digital work-flow.  We discuss Centric Relation and Vertical Dimension, the importance of Immediate Dentures, and try-in/duplicate dentures.

The Last Eleven and a Half Months on the Dental Up Podcast

Dr. John Kanca AACD All-bond dentin bonding Vista-Apex; Dr. Laleh Mehrrafiee cosmetic dentist porcelain veneers minimally invasive dentistry; Dr. Paul Homoly getting your patients to say yes; Dr. Tom Hirsch Isolite Zyris Isodry dental isolation Malibu CA; Dr. Richard Crossland high-end-dentistry evolution of dental materials past 20 yrs; Dr. Brian Rista medically necessary dentistry pandemic root canals extractions pulpotomies; Dr. Shawn Casey all specialists under one roof new concept of tr...

Episode 256 - Honest, Affordable, Quality Dentistry with Dr. Josh Wyatt

In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Josh Wyatt of South Tampa Dentistry (STD, no joke) and relive his journey from 3 employees in one office to 70 employees in 7 offices.  My Dentist Group now serves the entire Gulf Coast of Florida in a high quality, personal environment, where the patient's needs come first!  His experienced team creates a dental experience that is comfortable, stress-free, and pleasant.    Dr. Wyatt is a graduate of the University of Alabama (Ro...

Everything Removable + Keating'$ Customer $ervice

In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we sit down with Alex Castanedo from the Removable and Customer Service Teams here at Keating Dental Lab.  We provide tips on impression taking and bite registrations for removable prosthetics, and discuss orthotics and Dental Sleep Apliances.  Finally, we get down to one of the most important core values of Keating Dental Lab:  customer service and treating each dentist and case with a personalized touch. 

Innobyte - Bite Force Measurement

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview Frederik Marcil, President, CEO and Founder of Kube Innovation.  Seven years ago he created a product to measure bite force, called the Innobyte.  Today he provides a quick overview of the technology and discusses how bite force is a new biometric standard.  We also discuss how bite force is used to create personalized treatment planning, and guide decision making about types of restorations and mouthguards/orthotics.  Finally, we discu...

Episode 253 - CAD/CAM Dentistry with Dr. Chip Parrish

On this episode we sit down with Dr. Chip Parrish from Llano, Texas:  he practices with his wife Dr. Jennifer Parrish in the heart of the beautiful Texas hills country.  Parrish Dentistry provides most types of dental treatment from orthodontics to endodontics, implant dentistry to cosmetic dentistry.  In their almost twenty years of practice, Dr. Chip and Dr. Jennifer have experience in most every type and style of dental practice management.  Dr. Chip has published hundreds of patien-frien...

Frost Dental Group - 70 Years Strong!

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview Dr. Lee Frost, owner of Frost Dental Group which has been in continuous business for 70 years!  That's right, 70 years!!  Located in Rutherford, Dr. Frost has been faithfully serving the patients of Northern New Jersey since 1984. His business model and treatment philosophy is something every your dentist needs to hear, and his lessons on longevity are extremely important in this current business environment. Check back with the Dental...

Senior Technical Advisor at Keating Dental Lab

On today's episode, we discuss with Barry McGinnis the Senior Technical Advisor at Keating Dental Lab, some of the most common issues he sees with fixed crown and bridge cases.  We highlight prep design, impression taking,  and interocclusal clearance, and what to look for in each step.  We provide tips for clinical success and predictable indirect restorations.  We also discuss final color/shade of the restoration as it critically relates to the amount of facial reduction and explain how so...

Fight On! With Dr. Robert Freitas

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome Dr. Robert Freitas from Brentwood, CA, founder and owner of Freitas Dentistry.   Dr. Freitas attended the University of Southern California (Fight On!) for his Dental School education.  He returned to Northern California after graduation in 2009, and worked in four different offices before opening up his own practice, Freitas Dentistry, in a scratch start-up. In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - The challen...

Digital dentistry at the Chico VA with Dr. Ginger Chan

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome Dr. Ginger Chan from the Chico California Veterans Administration dental clinic.   Dr. Chan attended the University of California, Berkeley for her undergrad education, before moving on to the University of California, San Francisco for her Dental School education.  She has worked at the Chico VA dental clinic for the past ten years, and enjoys exploring our country's National Parks and gardening in her free time.   In this episode of ...

Loma Linda VA Residents Dr. Eric Smorch and Dr. Kevin Maeda

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast Dr. Eric Smorch and Dr. Kevin Maeda!  Dr. Eric Smorch grew up in S.E. Michigan, about 30 mins south of downtown Detroit. Family is very important to him, being the 3rd sibling of 4, and having 4 nephews/nieces. He's a diehard sports fan/geek, specifically Detroit teams, and wanted to be professional MLB player as a kid. Having done his Undergrad studies at Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, MI 2014-2018, studyi...

A Tale of Two Practices, with Dr. Nazila Bidabadi

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast Dr. Nazila Bidabadi! As the chief cosmetic dentist at Soft Touch Dentistry, Dr. Bidabadi’s reputation for dental excellence has earned her a position as a clinical instructor at the Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, which she has held now for over a decade. Her cosmetic dentistry expertise has entrusted her to evaluate each Harvard dental student before they can proceed. In addition to being on-staff at Harvard, ...

Grow Yourself Into a More Successful Practice — A preview of the upcoming course with Dr. Mike Miyasaki

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast Dr. Michael A. Miyasaki! Michael A. Miyasaki, DDS, is a 1987 graduate of USC's School of Dentistry and practices general dentistry in Sacramento, California. He considers his practice a typical family practice and often sees three generations of families. He also lectures internationally on restorative materials and techniques, endodontics, orthodontics, dental lasers, facial aesthetics, occlusion and dental implants. He is ...

Practicing Better Dentistry with Vista Apex, ft. Scott Lamerand, CEO

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast the CEO of Vista Apex Materials, Scott Lamerand! After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse, Scott joined Bisco as a research chemist. At the time, Bisco was a small dental material’s company leading the market in dental adhesives, where he not only was exposed to the science behind restorative dental materials but also the commercialization process and a look into the dental world from the eyes of KOL’s.  Af...

Putting the Patient First, with Dr. Don Fowkes

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome back to the podcast Dr. Don Fowkes! Having done over 60,000 restorations with Keating Dental Lab, Dr. Fowkes is back to share his knowledge, expertise, and stories with the Dental Up crowd. Be sure to check out the first time he was on by visiting here! In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - How Dr. Fowkes found Keating Dental Lab, and his method for choosing labs in general - His thought process and decision ...

Keating Dental Lab: The First 20 Years, with President & CEO Shaun Keating, CDT

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we have a very special episode celebrating the 60th birthday of Keating Dental Lab's President & CEO, Shaun Keating, CDT as well as the 20 Year Anniversary of Keating Dental Lab! Shaun founded Keating Dental Lab in 2002, one of the biggest dental laboratories in America today. Established to improve industry standards for quality of craftsmanship and customer service, the dream really took off when Dental Town announced Keating Dental Lab as winners ...

AGD 2022 Live, with Dr. Eric Wong

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we recorded onsite at the 2022 AGD Show in Orlando Florida live with Dr. Eric Wong, MAGD! Dr. Wong is a graduate of University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and was in private practice in Sacramento, CA for 20 years.  He is currently a supervising dentist at CSP Solano, where he has worked for 11 years after retiring from private practice.  He is currently the Division Coordinator over Continuing Education and has served on the...

AGD 2022 Live, with Dr. Merlin Ohmer

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we recorded onsite at the 2022 AGD Show in Orlando Florida live with Dr. Merlin P. Ohmer, MAGD! Dr. Ohmer, a native of Thibodaux, LA, graduated from Nicholls State University in 1975 with a bachelor of science degree in chemistry. He then earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1979 from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. After graduation, he spent three years on active duty in the United States Army. After his release from active du...

AGD Leading to Professional Success, Part 2 with Dr. Chethan Chetty

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome Dr. Chethan Chetty! Dr. Chethan Chetty joined the family practice in 2000. He attended Occidental College and earned a Baccalaureate of Science degree in Kinesiology in 1996. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Southern California (USC) Ostrow School of Dentistry in 2000. Dr. Chetty received his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) in 2012, and completed his Masters in the AGD in 2017. Dr. Chett...

AGD Leading to Professional Success, Part 1 with Dr. Chethan Chetty

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome Dr. Chethan Chetty! Dr. Chethan Chetty joined the family practice in 2000. He attended Occidental College and earned a Baccalaureate of Science degree in Kinesiology in 1996. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Southern California (USC) Ostrow School of Dentistry in 2000. Dr. Chetty received his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) in 2012, and completed his Masters in the AGD in 2017. Dr. Chett...

Patients Don't Care How Much You Know Until They Know How Much You Care, with Dr. Mike Masella

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome Dr. Mike Masella! Dr. Mike graduated from UMDNJ (now Rutgers University) dental school in 2005, where he met his wife, oral surgeon Lindsay Scoggins, DMD. They have two young boys, Tyler and Shane. In his spare time, Dr. Mike’s love of sports keeps him busy coaching various sports teams in the community, including 13 years at Caldwell High School. In fact, he says that had he not pursued dentistry, he would have chosen a career of teaching...

A Whole New Smile, with Dr. Tracy Taddey

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome Dr. Tracy Taddey! Following in the footsteps of her grandfather and father, Dr. Taddey obtained her B.A. from New York University, and is a third generation dentist. She graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry  in 1998. Dr. Taddey began her career at Elle Magazine in New York City as a Beauty and Fashion Editor. Researching health issues for articles sparked her interest and guided her decision to pursue a career i...

You Never Know What's Going to Happen in Life, with Dr. Beth Herko

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we meet with Dr. Beth Herko! After receiving her Master's in Public Health at New York Medical College, Dr. Herko went on to graduate from New York University with her DDS in 2006. One of Dr. Herko’s favorite things about practicing dentistry is that no day is the same. She’s always meeting new patients, listening to their stories, and understanding their unique histories and needs. For Dr. Herko, patients are what make the practice, and she loves be...

A Day in the Life of Keating Dental Lab's Metals Department Manager, Jeff Sugimura

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we sit down with Keating Dental Lab's very own Metals Department Manager, Jeff Sugimura! As a CDT of 36 years, 7 of which with Keating, Jeff shares his expertise and knowledge with the Dental Up crowd! In this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, you will hear about: - How Jeff got into the field as well as his first job - Working in a big lab vs. a small lab - What are some things to look out for as a Dentist submitting cases to the lab that invol...

How to Successfully Manage a Startup, with Dr. Perry Joiner

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we welcome to the podcast Dr. Perry Joiner! Dr. Joiner is a Georgia native and received his Bachelors in Finance from the University of Georgia. He then went on to receive his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. Dr. Joiner has practiced dentistry around the country learning the latest techniques in implant, sedation, and general dentistry. He has earned accolades for his dedication to dentistry including Fell...

Adventures with the Military and Beyond with Dr. Deanna Thomas

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast we welcome back to the podcast Dr. Deanna Thomas! Deanna Thomas, DMD, graduated from Penn State University with her BS before going on to the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine for her dental degree. Dr. Thomas went on to serve in the U.S. Navy and Pennsylvania National Guard for 21 years before retiring from service in January 2016. Passionate about continuing education, Dr. Thomas attended the Kellogg Executive Management Program at ...

Cultivating Your Vision for Your Practice Part 2, with Drs. Cary and Jonathan Limberakis

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast we interview the father-son duo, Dr. Cary Limberakis and Dr. Jonathan Limberakis. Since 1980, Dr. Cary J. Limberakis has been working in southeastern Montgomery and Bucks Counties to provide the best dental care for his patients. His experience in dentistry, commitment to continuing education and genuine concern for his patients result in healthy smiles for young and old alike. Dr. Cary was recognized by his peers and voted among Philadelphia Magazine...

Cultivating Your Vision for Your Practice Part 1, with Drs. Cary and Jonathan Limberakis

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast we interview the father-son duo, Dr. Cary Limberakis and Dr. Jonathan Limberakis. Since 1980, Dr. Cary J. Limberakis has been working in southeastern Montgomery and Bucks Counties to provide the best dental care for his patients. His experience in dentistry, commitment to continuing education and genuine concern for his patients result in healthy smiles for young and old alike. Dr. Cary was recognized by his peers and voted among Philadelphia Magazine...

The Disconnect in Dental Insurance with DentalHQ's Founder, Dr. Brett Wells

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast we meet with Dr. Brett Wells, Founder and CEO of DentalHQ. Dr. Brett Wells runs a five-office group practice based in Raleigh, NC, where he also created DentalHQ, because self-administering his membership plan became too cumbersome and existing platforms are just not good enough. A native North Carolinian, Dr. Wells bleeds the teal and black of his hometown Carolina Panthers. He's a consummate entrepreneur, building not only a successful five-office de...

"Your Patient is the Most Important Person in the Room," by Dr. Alan Kaplan

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview the acclaimed Dr. Alan Kaplan, known for his kindness, generosity, and world-class technique, onsite at Keating Dental Lab! Dr. Kaplan graduated from the University of Florida's College of Dentistry in 1976, where he made history as the first student in the state of Florida to do a clinical procedure on a live patient. After retiring from his practice, he became a faculty member at the Florida Institute for Advanced Dental Education. In ...

A New Era in Digital Implant Dentistry: Scan Bodies with KDL's Digital Implant Specialist, Bernie Rico

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview Bernie Rico, Keating Dental Lab's very own Digital Implant Specialist. Bernie has been with Keating Dental Lab for 16 years now, and has been the Digital Implant Specialist for 10. He started his career with Keating Dental Lab in the Plaster Department, and everything he knows about digital implants he's learned either through hands-on experience here in the lab or through symposiums. In his free time, he's traveling with his daughter, w...

Transitioning to a Private Practice with Dr. Stephanie Price

On this episode of the Dental Up Podcast, we interview the esteemed Dr. Stephanie Price. After serving 12 years in the army, Dr. Price went on to study at the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry Chapel Hill, where she graduated from in 2013. She has been practicing dentistry for at least 30 years now, and continues to provide quality, top-tier restorations and services to her patients. In her free time, she enjoys gardening and traveling. In this episode of the Dental Up Podca...

Dental Education in the USA: Changes and Implications, Part 2 with Dr. Marco Bongarzone Sr. and Dr. Marco Bongarzone Jr.

PART 2 of 2 Dr. Marco Bongarzone Sr. was born and raised in Long Branch, New Jersey. He attended Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia as an undergraduate, concentrating on pre-medical studies. He received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1994. After graduation, Dr. Bongarzone continued his dental education at Overlook Hospital in Summit, New Jersey, serving as a General Practice Resident. Dr. Bongarzone has four chi...

Dental Education in the USA: Changes and Implications Over the Past 28 Years with Dr. Marco Bongarzone Sr. and Dr. Marco Bongarzone Jr.

PART 1 of 2 Dr. Marco Bongarzone Sr. was born and raised in Long Branch, New Jersey. He attended Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia as an undergraduate, concentrating on pre-medical studies. He received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1994. After graduation, Dr. Bongarzone continued his dental education at Overlook Hospital in Summit, New Jersey, serving as a General Practice Resident. Dr. Bongarzone has four chi...

Keating Dental Lab Presents: Removable Department Manager and Senior Technician, Jim McEachern

With over 50 years of experience as a Lab Technician, Keating Dental Lab's very own Removable Department Manager, Jim McEachern, shares the incredible journey of his career with the Dental Up Podcast. Originally from Boston, Jim's family moved to California when he was 4, and since then he's been all around the world. The most recent 18 years of his career, he has been with Keating Dental Lab, where he continues pursuing his passion in dentistry. In his spare time, Jim enjoys fishing and sai...

New Technology, New Opportunities with Dr. Eric Veenstra

Dr. Eric, the oldest of four children to Dr. Doug and Patti Veenstra, was born and raised in Wyckoff, New Jersey. He graduated Eastern Christian HS in 1999, Calvin College (Grand Rapids, Michigan) in 2003, and UMDNJ (currently Rutgers Dental School) in 2007. Following graduation from Dental School, Dr. Eric joined his father, Dr. Doug, in his practice in Midland Park, NJ that was originally established in 1981. They have loved working together and feel blessed to continually grow in their se...

Dental Innovations: Developing New Products and Ideas with Dr. Paul Hertz

Dr. Paul Hertz has been highly regarded by his professional peers for his service to dentistry and the community. He is a past President of the Bronx County Dental Society and remains as a chair and participant on several of their committees and their Executive Board. He was also The Director of the Cosmetic Dentistry Department at the St. Barnibas Hospital residency program. Additionally, he has left a permanent mark on dentistry with two active patents in Implant Dentistry and he is in the...

Accurate Shade Selection, Simplified

On this episode, Bob will continue the discussion from last week regarding accurate shade selection.  Utilizing concepts from biology and physics, we will go over a simplified sequence that will yield accurate results.  Finally, we introduce the Ask a Technician segment, whereby the listener has the opportunity to get his or her questions answered by dental lab technicians.  In this episode, you will hear about: -The Biology of Color Vision -How to Communicate Color: Terminology -Timing a...

The Single Central — How to Communicate with Your Lab Tech, with Dr. Eric Markowitz

On this episode of The Dental Up Podcast, we interview Dr. Eric Markowitz. Washington DC dentist, Dr. Eric S. Markowitz, graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1993. Following graduation, he completed a two-year specialty program in prosthodontics and a one year fellowship in dental implants, focusing on the surgical placement of the implants. When he completed his post-graduate specialty training, he joined his father (Dr. Sid) as a Prosthodontist in Washin...

Teamwork makes the Dream Work: The Team Approach with Dr. Shawn Casey

On this episode of The Dental Up Podcast, we interview Dr. Shawn Casey. Dr. Casey was a 1987 graduate of Wyoming Area. After graduating with high marks, he began his studies at Wilkes University. Through these studies he realized his dream of practicing dentistry in the Wyoming Valley, which he pursued at the University of Pittsburgh dental school. In 1994, after being licensed by the state, Dr. Casey opened a solo Dental practice. In 2005, Dr. Casey expanded his Dental facility to a multi do...