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The Aurum Advantage with CEO Mark Maier
Explore Aurum's transformation as a dental lab from the groundwork of education to pioneering advancements in digital technology and...

Dr. Reza Ardalan
2 min read


How a Health Crisis Transformed My Practice
I remember waking up one morning looking in the mirror to see a completely different person. It was as if I had been a victim of domestic...

Dr. Katie To
7 min read


Course Spotlight: imP.R.E.S Courses
What began as a chance meeting between two passionate dentists at a continuing education course in 2017 has evolved into a highly...

The New Dentist
3 min read


Is Equity the Key to Your Practice’s Future?
Explore 10 critical questions every dentist needs to ask before buying into a practice. Whether you’re an associate looking to take the...

Dr. Morven McCauley
6 min read


Let's Talk About Mock-Ups
In Dr. Amanda Seay's practice, mock-ups play a significant role, serving two distinct purposes. They are instrumental in showcasing...

Dr. Amanda Seay
3 min read


Employee Bonuses: Boom or Bust?
ost high-end offices (1.5M+) work on some sort of bonus or incentive program. Many corporations also run on some form of incentive or...

Dr. Travis Campbell
5 min read


From Cadaver Courses to Digital Dentistry
Dr. Tommaso Ghedini shares insights into his diverse clinical practice, his teaching experiences focusing on oral surgery, and the...

Dr. Reza Ardalan
1 min read


The Aurum Group: A Dental Solutions Leader
The Aurum Group has been a trailblazer in the dental industry, recognized as one of North America’s foremost dental laboratories...

The New Dentist
3 min read


Measuring Tooth Wear: How to Use a Simple Index
Tooth wear is an increasingly common condition in modern dentistry, with more patients presenting signs of erosion, attrition, and...

Dr. Andrea Shepperson
6 min read


Dr. Lisa Germain P-I Brånemark Award for Lifetime Achievement Recipient
Congratulations to Dr. Lisa Germain on receiving the 2024 P-I Brånemark Award for Lifetime Achievement! Her determination has served her...

The New Dentist
5 min read


Technology: Orthocell
Collagen medical devices are designed to augment surgical repair of bone and soft tissue. Collagen medical devices are manufactured using...

The New Dentist
3 min read


Essential Exercise Programs to Prevent Occupational Pain
As dental professionals, you face unique physical challenges that stem directly from the demands of your work. Long hours spent in static...
Klaus Dobra
5 min read


Understanding Balance and Harmony in Smile Design
A smile is beautiful when it is seen in the context of expression within an individual’s face. As dentists, we often focus on the tooth...

Dr. Elaine Halley
3 min read


12 Tips to Maximize Reimbursement from Dental Claims
Dental insurance isn’t the most satisfying aspect of life as a dentist. Therefore, it’s easy to blame insurance for our challenges, and...

Dr. Travis Campbell
7 min read


How Does Insurance Affect Your Marketing Success?
In dentistry, the relationship between marketing and insurance is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of practice management.

Dr. Travis Campbell
5 min read


Owners vs. Associate: Both Are Often Wrong
Disagreements between dentist owners and associates can be disheartening, and social media often highlights these conflicts. The root of...

Dr. Travis Campbell
4 min read


Dr. John Kois, Kois Center
Dr. John Kois started the Kois Center 25 years ago because he wanted to offer a learning experience that wasn’t yet available in dentistry.

The New Dentist
5 min read


H20 Vertical or Horizontal with Dr. Taite Anderson
Dr. Taite Anderson’s favorite hobby is water. Wind, gravity, petrol, any type of potential energy works for Dr. Anderson. They say 71%...

The New Dentist
3 min read


General is the New Special
We live in a world focused on becoming more and more special, but where does that leave the generalists? Does that make them just run of...

Dr. Joe McEnhill
5 min read


Skydiving with Dr. Leandro Velasco
My first experience with skydiving was in 1999. I was fascinated, but due to my studies and commitments I did not continue in the sport...

The New Dentist
1 min read


Inside the Mind of Dr. Pete McClellan: Leadership, Discipline and the Future of Relationship-Based Dentistry
Get an inside look at how Dr. Pete McClellan built a thriving multi-location practice without losing sight of relationships, communication and clinical clarity. In this episode, he shares the systems, lessons and leadership principles that helped him scale sustainably, support mid-career dentists, and create practices where doctors can thrive without burning out.

Dr. Reza Ardalan
13 hours ago4 min read


The Science of Agentic AI: From Language to Action
In recent years, “AI in healthcare” has referred to tools that support radiographic diagnosis. Years earlier it referred to scripted chatbots pretending to hold a conversation. None of it fixed the communication gap that actually matters.
But now we’re seeing something new: Agentic AI. This refers to systems that understand language and use it to autonomously perform actions.

Dr. Nate Jeal
Nov 183 min read


Exploring Innovation and Collaboration in Dentistry: A Conversation with Dr. John Bruce
Dr. John Bruce joins host Dr. Reza Ardalan to discuss innovative approaches to dental care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the importance of mentorship in professional growth. From expanding clinical tools to personal stories that reveal his unique journey, this episode offers both practical insights and engaging anecdotes for dental professionals.

Dr. Reza Ardalan
Nov 182 min read


The Workforce Has Changed. Has Your Dental Practice Kept Up?
When my 25-year-old niece told me salary wasn’t her top concern in a job search, I realized just how much the workforce has evolved. Purpose now matters as much as pay — and in dentistry, that’s changing everything.

Jenine Toback
Nov 104 min read


From Coma to Comeback: Dr. Marq Sams’ Journey of Resilience and Grit
From a life-changing accident to building one of the top peri-implant practices, Dr. Marq Sams shares the lessons in resilience and leadership every dentist can apply.

Dr. Reza Ardalan
Oct 282 min read


When Protocols Prevail: A 13-Year Follow-Up on an Iatrogenic Perforation Case
Every now and then, a case comes along that reminds us why adherence to clinical protocol and sound judgment are indispensable in endodontics. This case, one of the most fascinating I’ve encountered, follows a patient 13 years after treatment and demonstrates how proper diagnosis and retreatment can turn a compromised situation into a long-term success story.

Dr. William Nudera
Oct 272 min read


Systematic Endodontics Live: Techniques, Strategies & Case Solutions
Join Dr. William Nudera for a live webinar where he expands on the concepts from his Systematic Endodontics online course. This interactive session will go beyond the fundamentals, offering a closer look at key techniques and practical strategies that make endodontic treatment more predictable

The New Dentist
Oct 221 min read


Dr. Amanda Seay’s Guide to Minimally Invasive Smile Transformations
When we talk about the restorative periodontal interface, what we’re really discussing is the harmony between the pink and the white, the tissue and the teeth. Achieving the ideal smile isn’t just about perfectly shaped teeth; it’s about how those teeth interact with the surrounding gingiva to create a natural, balanced and esthetically pleasing result.

The New Dentist
Oct 173 min read


Dr. David Sarver, P-I Brånemark Award for Lifetime Achievement Recipient
After five years of developing surgical treatment plans for patients with facial deformities, Dr. David Sarver reached out to his trusted...

The New Dentist
Oct 96 min read


Redefining Dentistry Through Partnership: Insights from Dr. Morven McCauley
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Morven McCauley to talk about one of the biggest challenges associates face today: finding balance and autonomy in corporate or group practice settings. Morven shares some incredibly grounded advice about knowing your values, standing by your clinical standards, and having open, honest conversations with the people you work for (or with).

Dr. Reza Ardalan
Oct 92 min read
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