Dentistry Unmasked: A Roundtable Podcast

Fear-based dentistry: What it is and how to break away! With Dr. Rob Ritter

Many dentists operate under fear—fear of losing patients if they drop insurance plans, fear of unhappy patients or team members. But this week on Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam sit down with Dr. Rob Ritter, who challenges dentists to break free from these fears. Dr. Ritter shares powerful strategies for growing as a professional, becoming the best dentist you can be, and being compensated fairly. It's time to stop undervaluing yourself and your work. Tune in to gain the skills and confidence to build a truly rewarding career!
https://www.theprotocollive.com/
https://www.amazon.com/Talent-Code-Greatness-Born-Grown/dp/055380684X
 

A message from your lab tech (Part 2): With Sam Alawie

This week on Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam continue their conversation with Sam Alawie. While last week focused on life and the power of hard work, this episode dives deep into implants, dental materials, and the invaluable things your lab tech wishes you knew. Tune in to discover key principles of dental materials that can help you create stronger, more beautiful, and long-lasting restorations. You won’t want to miss these expert tips that can elevate your clinical outcomes!
https://www.beverlyhillsdentallab.com/
https://magneeducation.com/
 

A message from your lab tech (Part 1): Life lessons

This week on Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam share the inspiring journey of Sam Alawie, a dedicated laboratory technician who immigrated to the United States and now runs one of the most prestigious dental labs in Beverly Hills. Sam's story is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence, offering valuable life lessons and professional insights. Tune in to hear how his experiences have shaped his approach to creating exceptional tooth and implant-supported restorations and discover the strategies you can implement to elevate your own practice. Don't miss this episode filled with inspiration and practical wisdom for fulfilling your professional aspirations and practicing top-tier dentistry.
https://www.beverlyhillsdentallab.com/
https://magneeducation.com/
 

White spots be gone with resin infiltration with Dr. Erik-Jan Muts

This week, David and Pam chat with Dr. Erik-Jan Muts, the world authority on resin infiltration, to break down the critical steps for this minimally invasive, yet maximally impactful restorative solution. Whether you've tried resin infiltration with mixed results or you're curious about its reliability, Dr. Muts offers invaluable tips on case selection, accurate diagnosis, and clinical protocols that ensure success. This conversation is packed with practical insights that will boost your confidence and help you achieve exceptional outcomes with resin infiltration. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your practice with expert advice from a true leader in the field!

The Dentist-Dentist Practice Transaction: A viable option or a dead horse? With Dave Miller!

In this week's episode of Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam explore practice transitions with expert Dave Miller. Contrary to popular belief, private transitions are still very much alive, and Dave reveals how dentists can achieve comparable cash-outs through private transactions just as they would with a DSO sale. This episode is a must-listen for young dentists dreaming of practice ownership and for those who prefer to avoid "going corporate" as they plan their exit strategy. Tune in to discover the hear the lesser heard truths when contemplating a private practice transition.

Ortho Secrets for the General Dentist Revealed with Dr. Courtney Lavigne!

This week, David and Pam have a captivating conversation with the one-of-a-kind Dr. Courtney Lavigne. She's an AACD-accredited dentist-turned-orthodontist whose unique blend of cosmetic expertise and deep understanding of tooth mechanics offers invaluable insights for general dentists performing aligner therapy. Dr. Lavigne's perspective will transform how you approach patient care, making you rethink every photo you take and every case you treat. If you want to elevate your aligner cases and view your patients through a more refined lens, you won't want to miss this episode. Tune in before your next aligner case!

Insurance plays games, but we can win with Angela Holland!

This week, David and Pam uncover one of the biggest missteps in the insurance credentialing process—accepting the initial fee schedule from insurance companies without negotiation. This costly mistake can lead to significant financial losses over the span of your career. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Effective negotiations, both before you credential and as an ongoing practice, you can save millions in write-offs and secure better reimbursements from the plans you work with. Tune in to learn proven strategies that will empower you to work with, not be played by insurance companies.

Dentist Vs Hygienist: Perio Perspectives

In today’s episode, David and Pam tackle one of dentistry's most pressing questions: Why do our priorities and approaches to perio treatment differ so vastly between dental and dental hygiene professionals? Joined by the insightful Dr. Mia Geisinger and renowned hygienist Katrina Sanders, RDH, they explore how we can bridge the gap and collaborate more effectively to ensure our patients' periodontal health. But that's not all—this discussion goes beyond clinical care to address a critical concern for many practices: profitability. Is it true that hygiene can’t be profitable, or are we overlooking opportunities to boost revenue from hygiene operations? Tune in to discover actionable strategies that can transform both patient outcomes and your bottom line.

5 Billion Dollars, Do you have invisible DSOs in your town?

In short, you sure do. The question is—are they people you need to meet? Join Chip Fichtner and get the stone cold truth on what's working, what isn't, who actually gets 10x EBITDA, who doesn't, why, and what to do about it. With five billion in injected money since the turn of the year, have a conversation with Chip at LargePracticeSales.com or email at Chip@largepracticesales.com.

Brush with Britt Glauz, RDH!

Wow! That's all we have to say after sitting down with this week's guest, Britt Glauz. From clinical excellence to patient advocate, Britt has become one of Incisal Edge's 32 most influential people in dentistry and a Global Award Winner, all in 3.5 years! Join us—not just to learn how she did it—but what it means for you and your success. For more awesomeness, check out @brushwithbritt on Instagram and the BrushwithBritt podcast on all your favorite podcast platforms!