logo
episode-header-image
Nov 2024
1h 3m

Very Dental: How to Talk to Your Lab wit...

Alan Mead
About this episode
tail spinning
Up next
Yesterday
Kevin and Zach on Dental School Reunions
In this episode of the Very Clinical podcast, Zach and Kevin take a nostalgic trip through the evolution of technology and the social dynamics of the dental profession. The duo starts with a look at their "tech origins," comparing stories of 3.5-inch floppy disk backups, FORTRAN ... Show More
38m 37s
Apr 20
AME: The Nostalgia Playlist
Alan explores why musical tastes often freeze in middle school and why a 54-year-old dentist still feels like he's in his twenties—until he sees the Ticketmaster bill for Rush's 50th-anniversary tour. Alan dives into the friction of analog nostalgia, from landlines to worn-out ca ... Show More
29m 23s
Apr 17
Very Dental: The Explicit Truth with Teresa Duncan
Alan catches up with dental administration expert Teresa Duncan at the "posh" Chicago Midwinter Meeting press center to discuss the shifting landscape of dental documentation and technology. The conversation dives deep into the ADA's refreshed radiographic guidelines, emphasizing ... Show More
40m 36s
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2023
Mental Wellbeing Focus #5 – Mental Resilience in Dentistry  with Dr Kyle Stanley
Welcome to the Mental Wellbeing Series by Dental Head Start. Join us across a limited series of episodes as we delve into the world of mental health and explore strategies and tips to improve our overall well-being. Hosted by Dr Kaejenn Tchia In today’s episode I discuss the impo ... Show More
1h 3m
Aug 2023
TIP #130 – Biomimetic Dentistry – Principles with Dr Maheer Shah
Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by ... Show More
32m 10s
Oct 2024
Episode #169: "Patient Communication 101- How to Talk to People and Start Creating the Ideal Day"
Episode #169: "Patient Communication 101- How to Talk to People and Start Creating the Ideal Day" How do you communicate with your patients? Do you make eye contact when discussing treatment recommendations? Is body language crucial in the dental office? Join Jon and Wes as they ... Show More
1h 11m
May 2024
Best Dental Softwares for Principals and Associates? – AJ007
From softwares to enhance communication with prospective patients, and clever ones that utilise AI for radiographs and note taking, Prav Solanki and I deep dive into some products we currently like to use or have heard good things about. https://youtu.be/50GNVjVHJQg Watch AJ007 o ... Show More
1h 13m
Apr 2025
Episode 178: "2025 AO Annual Meeting Re-Cap"
The Academy of Osseointegration Annual Meeting did not disappoint! Wes and Jon had an amazing time interviewing top-tier speakers and educators in the field of dental implants. In this episode, we highlight some of the key moments from the meeting and preview upcoming podcast epi ... Show More
53m 56s
Feb 2022
TIP #76 – Vertical Crown Preparations with Dr Bez Shokouhi
Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by ... Show More
41m 53s
Dec 2022
New Grad Focus #4 – Looking After Yourself as a New Graduate with A/Prof Matt Hopcraft and Dr Jean Wu
Welcome to the New Grad Focus Series by Dental Head Start. Join us across a limited series of episodes as we take a deep dive into the journey of a new grad, covering various topics from multiple different angles. Hosted by Dr Phillip Nguyen When you’ve gone through so many years ... Show More
56m 18s
Dec 2024
#340 - The Negative Happiness Equation in Dentistry with Dr. Richard Madow
<p>In this episode, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy jives with Dr. Richard Madow, discussing the negative happiness equation, professional masks, and authentic team connections. Discover the secrets to a stress-free dental practice as they explore happiness, teamwork, and productivity hacks ... Show More
39m 21s
Nov 2022
New Grad Focus #1 – Your Checklist Before Starting Work with Dr Margaret Tran
Welcome to the New Grad Focus Series by Dental Head Start. Join us across a limited series of episodes as we take a deep dive into the journey of a new grad, covering various topics from multiple different angles. Hosted by Dr Phillip Nguyen The transition from being a student to ... Show More
36m 18s
Apr 2021
DBM - I want to CUT BACK, but I don't make enough as is.
<p>Everyone wishes they could work less, but it&apos;s hard when we already don&apos;t feel like we have enough. What can we do?</p><p>---------------</p><p>If you are ready to take your practice to the next level, <b>Dental Business Training</b> by Dr. Paul Etchison can be found ... Show More
12m 20s