Dental Online Training Sharecast

How do we consider the culture within our practice as a way to deepen our relationships with patients? 

In the second part of Dr. Dennis Hartlieb's discussion with Mr. Todd Williams, Dennis and Todd discuss how by focusing on the "soft" aspects of our dental practice, we can better serve the patients we encounter. Todd shares the way that best practices within our offices and teams can really enrich our interactions with patients, and that can help both us and them to have a more meaningful experience. Todd talks about serving the human first and bringing things down to their level so that they can be more open to treatment options and to your recommendations.

In this episode, our host Dr. Dennis Hartlieb talks with Dr. Jeffrey Rouse about his dental journey that has led him toward becoming a prosthodontist. 

This episode, the first of two parts with Dr. Rouse, focuses on getting to know Dr. Rouse and his particular journey leading him into airway. Dr. Rouse's central research question was a simple one - why do people grind their teeth? However, this preliminary inquiry led to a career of pursuing the answer to this question and what it meant for his patients and their treatment plans. Listen in to hear Dennis and Jeff discuss the significance of pursuing education and training opportunities after dental school, the struggle to pay bills while also furthering your education, the importance of taking a chance when opportunities to collaborate and to try new things come, what private practice looks like, and so many other fascinating topics. 

For a full transcript and more, head over to this blog post: https://www.dothandson.com/blog/jeff-rouse-journey-toward-specialization.

Dennis and Jeff discuss Dr. Rouse's training, his background, and his current work in the Sharecast. This information below about Dr. Rouse's professional life comes from his Spear Education page.

"Dr. Rouse is recognized as a pioneer in the field of airway prosthodontics — the impact that a compromised airway has on the stomatognathic system. Along with fellow Spear Resident Faculty member Dr. Greggory Kinzer, he developed the "Seattle Protocol" to recognize, control and direct resolution of airway distress in a restorative dental practice.

"Dr. Rouse maintains a private practice in San Antonio, Texas, and practices with Dr. Kinzer and Dr. Frank Spear in Seattle. He is also an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Among his dental accolades, he has written numerous journal articles, including a portion of the 'Annual Review of Selected Dental Literature' published each summer in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. Most recently, he co-wrote a textbook by Quintessence titled 'Global Diagnosis: A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning.'

"After graduating from dental school in San Antonio, Dr. Rouse completed a two-year general practice residency at the University of Connecticut Health Science Center. He practiced family dentistry for 12 years before returning to school to earn his specialty certificate in prosthodontics from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2004. He is a member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and American College of Prosthodontists and past president of the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry."

Joining Dennis in the virtual DOT Studio is Dr. Brian Daliwas, a San Francisco based cosmetic dentist and self-proclaimed #sfdentalnerd. Listen in as Dennis and Brian discuss defining and building your own community, $500 paychecks, and marketing yourself in the age of Instagram.  

More on Brian from Union Square Dental Group: 

Dr. Baliwas is a general and cosmetic dentist located in San  Francisco, California. Dr. Brian Baliwas’ strong focus on dental  education allows he and his patients to formulate treatment strategies  together, providing the opportunity for them to be active participants  in their dental care. His practice philosophy is centered on  conservative, highly esthetic, comprehensive dentistry that utilizes  modern technology and techniques.

Dr. Baliwas received his  Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UC  Davis. He completed post-baccalaureate studies in Human Anatomy and  Physiology at the University of Oregon, and went on to obtain his D.D.S.  degree from the University of the Pacific (UOP) School of Dentistry in  San Francisco, where he graduated with high honors and was elected to  join both Omicron Kappa Upsilon and Tau Kappa Omega dental honor  societies. He also received several awards for his outstanding clinical  work in the areas of esthetic dentistry, oral implantology, restorative  dentistry, and endodontics.

As an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the  Academy of General Dentistry, and several study clubs throughout the Bay  Area, Dr. Baliwas continually surrounds himself with some of the best  practitioners in his field. He aspires to continually learn and improve,  traveling down the path of excellence in search for perfection in his  craft. In addition, Dr. Baliwas also teaches part-time at the University  of the Pacific dental school in the Department of Integrated  Reconstructive Dental Sciences, where he inspires his students to  maintain a high level of commitment, passion, and pride in their dental  work.

Dennis sits down with Dr. Adamo to discuss the sometimes forgotten art of practicing, the use of photography in dentistry and being "Instagram famous", and the underappreciated rubber dam. 

Dr. Adamo Notarantonio, (who goes by Dr. Adamo Elvis for short) is a dentist, guest lecturer, and avid photographer. 

From Adamo's website:

Dr.  Adamo was Accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in  2011, and recently received his Fellowship in the AACD. He is the 80th  person worldwide to achieve this honor. He was further honored by the  Academy when asked to serve as a consultant and examiner for the  Accreditation and Fellowship processes.

Today on the sharecast, Dennis speaks with AJ Acierno about managing multiple practices.

From Patient Prism: 

Dr. Alan J. Acierno is a practicing dentist and the CEO of DecisionOne Dental Partners, headquartered in Schaumburg, IL. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Creighton University, he practiced dentistry in both corporate and private environments, where he discovered the benefits and challenges of each type of practice. Compelled with a vision to make a difference in the way dentistry is practiced, Dr. AJ Acierno, together with his brother and fellow dentist, Dr. Michael Acierno, founded DecisionOne Dental Partners in 2011.

Over the past seven years, DecisionOne has grown to 27 dental practices. As the company continues to grow, it remains dedicated to patient centered care and its mission to improve lives.

DOT Sharecast welcome Dr. Jim McKee to discuss practicing during COVID, overcoming the fear of treating TMJ, and how to create a thriving dental practice.

From Spear Education:

Dr. McKee has maintained a private practice in Downers Grove, Illinois, since 1984 and has experience treating a wide variety of cases with a focus on predictable restorative dentistry. He is a member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and former president of the American Equilibration Society.

He has lectured both nationally and internationally for more than 25 years, directs several study clubs and serves as an instructor in Spear’s Demystifying Occlusion seminar.

Dr. McKee graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1980 and earned his dental degree from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry in 1984.

DOT welcomes Dr. Paul Homoly of Homoly Communications to discuss leadership in the dental community, among other topics.

  DOT welcomes Dr. Paul Homoly of Homoly Communications to discuss leadership in the dental community, among other topics.

DOT welcomes Dr. Paul Homoly of Homoly Communications to discuss leadership in the dental community, among other topics.

Dennis speaks with Geri Gottlieb. Geri is a dental practice management coach who runs her own consulting firm, GG Practice Coaching & Development of Seattle, Washington.

Geri Gottlieb of GG Consulting joins the DOT podcast studio to discuss the dental practice community.

 Geri Gottlieb of GG Consulting joins the DOT podcast studio to discuss the dental practice community.

  Dennis sits down with Geri Gottlieb of GG Consulting.

In Dental Online Training's inaugural podcast episode, Dennis speaks with Geri Gottlieb. Geri is a dental practice management coach who runs her own consulting firm, GG Practice Coaching & Development of Seattle, Washington.