Jul 8

Should You Be Eating Poison Oak?

Probably not. But Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz decided to try it anyway, putting his body — and specifically his butt — on the line to answer a seemingly straightforward question: Is it possible to build up a tolerance to poison oak by eating it? (Guest episode) Lear ... Show More

35m 22s

Jun 24

Ask Gastropod: Bubblegum, Meal Kits, and the Real Truth About Rooibos

What do bubblegum, rooibos tea, and meal kits have in common? They’re all topics that puzzle and fascinate you, dear Gastropod listeners. This episode, we're getting to the bottom of your most pressing culinary questions! Such as: Are meal kits really better for the planet than b ... Show More

50m 13s

Jun 10

Feasting With Montezuma: Food and Farming in a Floating City

Five centuries ago, before Spanish conquistadors arrived, what's now Mexico City was the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan—and it took the European invaders' breath away. It was built on an island threaded with canals; it was one of the largest cities in the world; and the Spanish co ... Show More

56m 26s

Sep 2024

Is my dentist scamming me?

Matt wants to know how to tell if he’s being scammed by his dentist. To find the answer, we open up the surprising history of dentistry, ask why it seems so different from internal medicine, and drill down on why dental insurance doesn’t really feel like insurance. Host Jonquilyn ... Show More

42m 49s

Nov 2024

Very Dental: How to Talk to Your Lab with Dr. David Hornbrook

Dr. David Hornbrook joins Alan in this throwback episode to talk about lab communication and digital workflow. David is convinced that the key to becoming a better dentist is communicating and having a good relationship with your dental lab. David is REALLY glad to be back to in ... Show More

1h 3m

Dec 2022

Biomimetic Dentistry – What Actually Is It? – PDP135

Biomimetic Dentistry is the use of Restorative techniques and materials to mimic (and preserve) the structure and function of natural teeth. Dr. Taylor Paton will discuss his journey in Biomimetic Dentistry: how it differs from Adhesive dentistry and how it can be used to develop ... Show More

55m 10s

Apr 30

188 - 5-Minute English: Going to the Dentist (+ Orthodontist)

Have you ever gone to the dentist and thought, “Can I really explain what’s happening here in English?” Well, if you’ve struggled in the past with describing anything related to going to the dentist or dental care, then you're in the right place! In today’s episode, we’re going t ... Show More

36m 45s

Jul 2024

Episode 164: “Dr. Michael Norton on What Could Change Dental Implants Forever”

What one innovation could make most every dental implant design change in the last 20 years seem irrelevant? Dr. Michael Norton explains- live from the Academy of Osseointegration Annual Meeting 2024. Text The Dental Guys your comments and questions: 1-865-544-8954 WHO ARE THE DE ... Show More

45m 9s

Jun 2023

No Post? No Crown? The ‘Anti-Biomimetic Dentist’ Part 2 – PDP153

In the exciting continuation of the previous episode, Dr. Pasquale Venuti joins Jaz to offer his unique perspective on biomimetic and restorative dentistry. Dr. Venuti encourages critical thinking to improve patient outcomes and discusses a range of clinical scenarios of which he ... Show More

34m 59s

Sep 2024

What are dental fillings and how are they chemistry?

#194 In this episode of Chemistry for Your Life, Melissa and Jam delve into the chemistry behind modern dental fillings. They explore how dentists use a combination of organic monomers and inorganic fillers to address cavities and the role of light-activated photoinitiators in ha ... Show More

51m 21s

Dec 2021

Episode #42: Should You Trust TikTok Dental Advice?

With the rise of social media, there has also been a rise in so-called clinical advice and home health hacks, many of which are harmful. Today, Dr. B addresses the issue of tooth shaving, and why it's a dangerous trend. We hear why the serrations (mamelons) at the edge of yo ... Show More

14m 4s

Sep 2024

237. Dr. Jed Best - Pediatric Dentistry & Pediatric Dental Materials

Join Journal Club Download my free guide to Internal Bleaching PDF Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Connect on Instagram: @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off In the corridors of academia, Jed Best, DDS, MS (ADL ’72, DEN ’79) has eme ... Show More

47m 40s

Is My Dentist Scamming Me? (guest episod...