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A few years ago, most people only thought about their smile during school photos, weddings, or special occasions. Today, things are different. Social media has turned cameras into an everyday part of life. People now post selfies, record videos, join live streams, and appear in online meetings...  Read More
Categories: Public Health
Indirect restorations continue to evolve rapidly, particularly as patient expectations around aesthetics, durability, and longevity become more sophisticated. While the fundamental principles of crown preparation remain unchanged, material selection has become increasingly nuanced. Dentists are now...  Read More
Categories: Public Health
The Hygiene Hiring Crisis
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1697 Nigel Kennedy : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
1697 Nigel Kennedy : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran In this episode, Howard Farran sits down with Dr. Nigel Kennedy, affectionately known as "No Pain Nigel," who retired in 2025 after a remarkable 46-year career dedicated to transforming the experience of anxious dental patients. Nigel...  Read More
Many people delay orthodontic treatment because they fear braces might damage their teeth permanently. Stories about weak enamel, loose teeth, or painful dental problems often circulate online and create confusion. Since braces slowly move teeth into new positions, it is easy to assume the...  Read More
Second BiteTheory
Probably the most overhyped/oversold reason to join a group dental practice is the "second bite" or “equity story”.   Having done this for too long, I’ve been able to witness the evolution of deal structures and terms.  Trendy new acronyms to describe the same thing - the tortured mental...  Read More
I have seen the lists that circulate online. The ones that make it sound like getting braces means eating nothing but soup and applesauce for two years. That is not reality. Yes, there are foods you need to avoid. But the list of what you can enjoy is far longer than the list of restrictions, and...  Read More
Categories: Public Health
When I first heard the term , I assumed it was something my web developer handled and I did not need to think about. That was a mistake that probably cost me hundreds of new patient opportunities over several years. Once I actually understood what local SEO means for orthodontists and started...  Read More
Most people don’t rush to the dentist at the first sign of a problem. A little sensitivity or mild pain often feels manageable. Life gets busy, and dental care slips down the priority list. But small issues inside the mouth rarely stay small for long. Delaying treatment allows problems to grow...  Read More
Categories: Public Health
1696 Practice Ownership : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
1696 Practice Ownership : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran In this episode, Howard Farran sits down with Dr. David Weber, a third-generation dentist practicing in Michigan City, Indiana, and co-founder of Restore Dental Lab, Restore Dental Education, and Clever Dental Co. Dr. Weber shares...  Read More
Promoted… But Not Prepared: The Leadership Gap in Dentistry
Promoted… But Not Prepared: The Leadership Gap in Dentistry Here’s a question we don’t ask enough in dentistry. Are we expecting people to lead without ever teaching them how? Because that’s exactly what’s happening in practices everywhere. A strong team member gets promoted to manager. They...  Read More
If there is one dental procedure that makes people visibly tense just hearing its name, it is the root canal. I have watched the color drain from a patient's face when I suggested they needed one. The reputation this procedure has earned is dramatic, but in my experience, the reality is far less...  Read More
Categories: Public Health
I remember a patient who came to see me convinced that her teeth were cracking because of a defect in her enamel. She had fractured two molars in the span of a year and could not understand why. When I examined her mouth, the signs were unmistakable: flattened tooth surfaces, worn-down cusps, and...  Read More
Categories: Pediatric
If I could give parents one piece of advice about protecting their children's teeth beyond brushing and flossing, it would be this: ask your dentist about sealants. I have watched this simple, painless procedure prevent cavities in hundreds of young patients over the years, and it remains one of...  Read More
Categories: Pediatric
Few topics in dentistry generate as much passionate debate as . I have sat across from patients who were genuinely worried that fluoride in their toothpaste was doing more harm than good, and I have treated children with rampant decay whose parents had specifically avoided fluoride out of concern...  Read More
Categories: Public Health
A few years into my career, a patient in his early fifties came in with severely inflamed gums. He had been putting off  for years, and the infection was advanced. During our conversation, he mentioned that his cardiologist had actually been the one to urge him to see a dentist. His doctor had...  Read More
1695 Beyond the Referral : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
In this episode, Howard Farran sits down with Dr. Sonia Szamocki, Oxford-trained physician and Founder and CEO of 32Co, a UK-based AI-powered health tech platform bringing specialist-level care to high street dental practices. Dr. Szamocki shares her journey from emergency medicine and...  Read More
Dental Marketing ROI: How to Measure What’s Working (and What It Should Look Like)
You might be spending $3,000, $5,000, or even more on marketing each month. Patients are coming in, but if someone asks which marketing channel is bringing in new patients, you may not have a clear answer. Do you know which campaign brought in the implant patient last week? Is your SEO leading to...  Read More
Group Premiums - Reality or Yeti?
Group Premiums   A common topic of discussion revolves around how much more groups are willing to pay for a given practice versus an independent dentist - a/k/a the "Group Premium".   Group Premiums have nothing to do with fundamental value.   Group Premiums represent the incremental equity risk...  Read More
AI Receptionists in Dentistry… Where Do You Stand?
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1694 The TMJ Blind Spot : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
1694 The TMJ Blind Spot  : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran In this episode, Howard Farran sits down with Dr. William Cliff, practicing endodontist and Founder and CEO of Asesso Health. With over 28 years of clinical experience, Dr. Cliff shares how repeated frustration with undiagnosed...  Read More
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