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Welcome to the Philips Oral Healthcare series of dental podcasts. Top KOLs, through dental podcasts, will address clinical techniques, new products and the latest research and development at Philips Oral Healthcare.

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Best Responses to 10 Common Questions Asked by Your Patients
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 12/28/2023
Today we'll be learning how to deal with difficult questions posed to us by our patients, usually right there in our operatory. Being prepared to answer these questions in the most effective way can empower you to improve your rapport with your patient, get things started off on the right foot and ultimately lead to improved case acceptance. Our guest is Dr. Mark Hyman, who was in private practice for thirty-two years and currently serves as an Adjunct Full Professor and Special Assistant to the Office of the Dean at the UNC Adams School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill, NC.
Dental Insurance Reimbursement: Is it Worth It?
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 9/13/2023
Are you frustrated with dealing with dental insurance companies and is accepting their fees even worth your chairside time? Perhaps you should be handling insurance companies differently? To tell us more about this essential part of running a practice is our guest, Dr. Dominique Fufidio. Dr Fufidio is the CEO, Founder and main coach at Fufidio Consulting Group (fufidioconsultinggroup.com) where she has pioneered a unique coaching offering: one focused on understanding the clinical aspects of the dental insurance claims review process. She is on a mission to bring clinical alignment to dental providers and dental market insurance payers, to help you get paid for what you do!
Dental Insurance Claims: How To Get Paid For What You Do
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 9/5/2023
Have you ever wondered what the life of a dental insurance claim reviewer is like? My guess is, probably not. If you know the answer to this question you're at a great advantage when dealing with insurance companies and getting paid for what you do. To tell us more about this, is our guest Dr. Dominique Fufidio. Dr Fufidio is the CEO, Founder and main coach at Fufidio Consulting Group (fufidioconsultinggroup.com) where she has pioneered a unique coaching offering: one focused on understanding the clinical aspects of the dental insurance claims review process.
Leveraging Change is Critical to the Growth of Your Dental Practice
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 12/15/2022
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be talking about specific principles of growth and change and how comitting to these principles can help us grow our practice and continue to thrive. Our guest is Dr. Mark Hyman, who was in private practice for thirty-two years and currently serves as an Adjunct Full Professor and Special Assistant to the Office of the Dean at the UNC Adams School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill, NC.
Dr. Gerard Kugel Talks About Tooth Whitening: In-Office, At-Home, or Both?
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 8/8/2022
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. For most of us, tooth whitening has become a fairly easy and routine procedure.. and on top of that, it's one that is rewarding and profitable. Nevertheless, new systems continue to be introduced into the marketplace and that has us asking ourselves "Should I be doing chair side whitening or perhaps shift my patients to using take-home bleaching systems? Will I get better results by using both? Do the over-the-counter whitening products work, and if so, how do I incorporate them into my clinical practice? To help us answer some of these questions is our guest, Dr. Gerard Kugel. Dr. Kugel is an associate dean for research, has published over 120 articles and over 300 abstracts in the field of restorative materials and techniques. He lectures both nationally and internationally and is part of a group practice, the Trinity Dental Center, located in Back Bay, Boston.
The New Patient Experience: Small Steps Lead to Big Changes
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 5/3/2022
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing, as the title states, the small steps that we can take that will lead to big changes in our practice. Our guest is Dr. Mark Hyman, a well-known dentist who currently serves as an Adjunct Full Professor and Special Assistant to the Office of the Dean at the UNC Adams School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Hyman has earned national and international recognition for his dental seminars.
Tissue Management For Dental Restorative Procedures - Part 2
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 12/1/2021
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today, in the second and final part of this series, we'll be discussing how to handle challenges with management of the soft tissues during master impression, placement of direct restorations, and cementation of indirect restorations. Facilitating a consistent post operative homecare regimen will also be discussed. Our guest is Dr. Robert Lowe, who maintains a part time private practice in Charlotte, North Carolina. He publishes and lectures internationally on aesthetic and restorative dentistry.
Your Sleep Deprived Patients: How it Affects Your Cases
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 11/22/2021
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing sleep deprivation and how it’s impossible to be a poor sleeper and enjoy optimal health and vitality. Sixty percent of people report problems with sleep quality and quantity. The results of that are chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, stubborn fat, poor judgment, weaker immune systems, cognitive decline and memory loss. So we can all agree, our dental patients don't escape the fallout of sleep deficiency. And its important to us as health care providers to understand the dental implications of all of this. Our guest is Dr. Uche Odiatu, author of The Miracle of Health, a professional member of the American College of Sports Medicine and a practicing dentist in Toronto. He has given 500 plus lectures in various countries and has lectured at the ADA Annual session 14 times since 2006.
Nutrition Plays an Essential Role in Your Patients' Health and Your Clinical Outcomes
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 11/22/2021
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. There is no innocent food. Researchers have found irrefutable scientific evidence that macronutrients & micronutrients modulate inflammation in the body. What your patients consume either boosts inflammation or turns it down. Consuming a variety of healthy food lowers inflammation, slows age related dysfunction, supports a healthy metabolism & boosts oral health. Today we'll be discussing all this and more. Our guest is Dr. Uche Odiatu, author of The Miracle of Health, a professional member of the American College of Sports Medicine and a practicing dentist in Toronto. He has given 500 plus lectures in various countries and has lectured at the ADA Annual session 14 times since 2006.
Tissue Management For Dental Restorative Procedures - Part 1
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 10/21/2021
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. This is part 1 of a two part series that will explore tissue management techniques for the dentist and patient with the goal of optimizing dental prosthetic outcomes. Today, we will discuss preprosthetic tissue management regimens for the patient, diagnosis and periodontal evaluation, and biologic provisionalization as a key to optimize tissue health.Our guest is Dr. Robert Lowe, who maintains a part time private practice in Charlotte, North Carolina.
In-office and Take-home Professional Whitening: It's a Winning Combination
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 1/28/2021
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the effectiveness of a combined approach to both In-office and Take-home whitening treatment. Our guest is Dr. Gary Radz, an accomplished KOL who has become one of the most respected educators in the areas of dental materials and technology specifically relating to esthetic dentistry. His practice, Cosmetic Dentistry of Colorado, is located in downtown Denver, and focuses on cosmetic dentistry.
The new message of dentistry – it’s no longer brush and floss or else.
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 6/26/2019
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will discuss patient education and the benefits of brushing and flossing. Our guest is Dr. Timothy Donley, currently in the private practice of Periodontics and Implantology in Bowling Green, KY. He is a sought-after international speaker and publishes frequently on topics of interest to clinical dentists and hygienists. Dentistry Today recently listed him among its Leaders in Continuing Education.
Patient’s Daily Hygiene: It’s time to think about what you don’t see!
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 6/26/2019
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will discuss assessment and recommendations on the daily hygiene of patients. Our guest is Dr. Timothy Donley, currently in the private practice of Periodontics and Implantology in Bowling Green, KY. He is a sought-after international speaker and publishes frequently on topics of interest to clinical dentists and hygienists. Dentistry Today recently listed him among its Leaders in Continuing Education.
Home Care, Home Run!
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 5/13/2019
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will discuss why home care is fundamental to overall patient health and how you and your hygiene team can ‘knock it out of the park.’ Our guest is Mary Hughes, Dental Education Partners CEO, Founder, and Instructor. She is a recognized dental lecturer, has published in dental journals, and is a member of the ADHA.
In-Office Dispensing of Professional Home Care Products: Why is it Important?
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 4/24/2019
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will discuss the importance of dispensing professional home care products to our patients. Our guest, Dr. Steven Wingfield, specializes in evidence-based dentistry with a focus on assisting patients in achieving balanced oral and systemic health. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Georgia Academy of General Dentistry and Fellow to the Academy of General Dentistry.
Profitability and Patient Satisfaction through Whitening
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 4/11/2019
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will discuss profitability and patient satisfaction through whitening. Our guest is Dr. Gerard Kugel, an associate dean for research, and professor of comprehensive care at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Kugel has published over 120 articles and over 300 abstracts in the field of restorative materials and techniques. He lectures both nationally and internationally and is part of a group practice, the Trinity Dental Center, located in Back Bay, Boston.
Why Understanding the Basics of Whitening is Good for your Bottom Line
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 4/11/2019
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will discuss the basics of in-office whitening and how it is good for your bottom line. Our guest is Dr. Gerard Kugel, an associate dean for research, and professor of comprehensive care at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Kugel has published over 120 articles and over 300 abstracts in the field of restorative materials and techniques. He lectures both nationally and internationally and is part of a group practice, the Trinity Dental Center, located in Back Bay, Boston.
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