# episode dental (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover episode dental. Page: Feed: --- ## [Episode 449: How the Best Dentists Keep Their Assistants Happy and Loyal](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-449-how-the-best) _2026-08-17 · Dental Assistant Nation_ What if the secret to keeping great dental assistants has nothing to do with fancy perks and everything to do with respect? In this episode, Dr. Marc Goldman shares how investing in his team, trusting their expertise, and creating a culture of mutual appreciation helped build a loyal and high performing practice. Dr. Marc Goldman reflects on more than four decades in periodontics and explains why… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2381216124-user-649058115-episode-449-how-the-best.mp3) ## [Episode 448: The Truth About Being a Dental Assistant That Nobody Talks About](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-448-the-truth-about) _2026-08-10 · Dental Assistant Nation_ What if the biggest factor holding a dental practice back is not technology or production goals, but the way dental assistants are valued? In this conversation, leadership coach Brandi Marzolino shares why it is time to recognize dental assistants as essential leaders, invest in their growth, and create workplaces where they can thrive instead of simply getting through the day. Brandi Marzolino… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2377350386-user-649058115-episode-448-the-truth-about.mp3) ## [Episode 447: What Dental Assistants Say About Working at Aspen Dental](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-447-what-dental) _2026-08-03 · Dental Assistant Nation_ What does it take to build a lasting career in dental assisting? In this episode, you'll hear firsthand how earning a CDA, embracing continuous learning, and working in a supportive environment can open doors to leadership, hygiene school, and long term career growth. Kevin Henry sits down with Molly Ward, Mikelle, and Lynn Turner to explore their career journeys at Aspen Dental and the impact of… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2372824451-user-649058115-episode-447-what-dental.mp3) ## [Episode 446: How Certification Changes a Dental Assistant Career (Part 2)](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-446-how-certification) _2026-07-27 · Dental Assistant Nation_ Is dental assisting just a job or can it become a long term career with more opportunities, higher confidence, and greater earning potential? In this episode, we explore why national certification is helping dental assistants take their careers to the next level and why leading organizations are investing in professional growth. In part two of this three part series, Kevin Henry is joined by Amber… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2367239807-user-649058115-episode-446-how-certification.mp3) ## [Episode 445: Can Certification Make You a Better Dental Assistant? (Part 1)](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-445-can-certification) _2026-07-20 · Dental Assistant Nation_ What does it really mean for a dental assistant to practice at the top of their scope? In this episode, industry leaders explain why certification is more than just another credential and how it can transform careers, improve patient care, and strengthen dental practices. Kevin Henry is joined by Amber Musser of Aspen Dental and Atia Black of the Dental Assisting National Board to discuss the real… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2362884692-user-649058115-episode-445-can-certification.mp3) ## [How to Do a Beautiful Class Four in the Same Time as a Regular Filling with Dr. Susan McMahon](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/how-to-do-a-beautiful-class-four-in-the-same-time-as-a-regular-filling-with-dr-susan-mcmahon) _2026-07-15 · Dental Slang_ What if you could do a beautiful class four in the same 30 minutes you'd spend on a regular filling? In this episode, Dr. Reza Ardalan sits down with Dr. Susan McMahon, an AACD-accredited restorative dentist out of Pittsburgh and one of the most recognized clinicians in the country. Susan is the founder of Smiles in the City, a fee-for-service restorative practice she built from the ground up… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/Susuan_full-episode-2ndtry.mp3?dest-id=1540322) ## [Episode 444: Every Dental Assistant Needs Infection Control Training (Here's Why)](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-444-every-dental) _2026-07-13 · Dental Assistant Nation_ Infection control is the most important responsibility in every dental practice, yet it is also one of the most misunderstood. Are dental teams truly protecting their patients, or are outdated habits putting safety at risk without anyone realizing it? In this conversation, Tija Hunter, CDA, EFDA, CDIA, CDSO, MADAA joins Kevin Henry to discuss why infection control should always come before… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2355372755-user-649058115-episode-444-every-dental.mp3) ## [Episode 443: ADAA President on the Future of Dental Assisting](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-443-adaa-president-on) _2026-07-06 · Dental Assistant Nation_ Dental assisting is more than just a job. In this conversation, ADAA President Erin Hendricks shares why she believes it is a lifelong career that deserves greater recognition, stronger standards, and better opportunities for every dental assistant. Drawing from nearly four decades of experience, Erin discusses her journey from the United States Air Force to becoming President of the American… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2351372396-user-649058115-episode-443-adaa-president-on.mp3) ## [Episode 442: Dental Assistants in Oregon Can Now Give Local Anesthesia!](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-442-dental-assistants) _2026-06-29 · Dental Assistant Nation_ Could dental assistants soon administer local anesthesia in more states? Oregon is leading the way with one of the most progressive changes in dental assisting, and it could shape the future of the profession across the country. In this episode of the Dental Assistant Nation Podcast, Kevin Henry is joined by Tina Clarke, Atia Black, and Tony Garcia to discuss Oregon's new Local Anesthesia Function… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2348905058-user-649058115-episode-442-dental-assistants.mp3) ## [Episode 441: The Best Way to Keep Dental Waterlines Safe](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-441-the-best-way-to) _2026-06-22 · Dental Assistant Nation_ What if the biggest risk in your dental practice is something patients never think about? Dental unit waterline safety is often overlooked, but having the right system in place can simplify compliance, protect patients, and reduce the workload for your team. In this episode, Kevin Henry sits down with Angela Simmons to discuss why dental unit waterline maintenance deserves more attention in every… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2341409783-user-649058115-episode-441-the-best-way-to.mp3) ## [Transcript-Driven Stock Discovery (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/xNQ9SnB9UHQL) _2026-06-21 · **Sponsored**_ Ranked, evidence-backed watchlists from indexed executive transcripts for 1–2 quarter horizons ## [Episode 440: The Orthodontic Tool Assistants Wish They Had Sooner](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-440-the-orthodontic) _2026-06-15 · Dental Assistant Nation_ What separates great orthodontic assistants from the rest? In this conversation, Anthony Herrera shares how patient trust, communication, and comfort can directly impact treatment success. Drawing from 14 years of chairside orthodontic experience, he explains why treating every patient as if they are the only one that matters leads to better compliance, stronger relationships, and a more positive… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2337274901-user-649058115-episode-440-the-orthodontic.mp3) ## [Whole-Body Health with Dr. Hugh Coyne](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/whole-body-health-with-dr-hugh-coyne) _2026-05-29 · Dental Slang_ In this conversation, Dr. Reza Ardalan sits down with Dr. Hugh Coyne, a London-based family medicine practitioner and the son of a pediatric dentist, who built Coyne Medical with his wife and clinical partner Dr. Lucy Coyne specifically to practice the kind of preventive medicine the NHS 10-minute appointment window does not allow. His training at Imperial College London and postgraduate work in… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/Hugh_Coyne-Final-1.mp3?dest-id=1540322) ## [Pain-Free Dentistry, On Purpose: Dr. Mark Skimming on the 80% of Dentistry That Isn't Clinical](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/pain-free-dentistry-on-purpose-dr-mark-skimming-on-the-80-of-dentistry-that-isnt-clinical) _2026-05-14 · Dental Slang_ In this episode, Dr. Reza Ardalan sits down with Dr. Mark Skimming, the Glasgow-based founder of Pain-Free Dentistry Group and the name that comes up more than any other when other guests on the show are asked about mentoring, coaching, or the business side of dentistry. Dr. Skimming has built a 14-practice independent group across Scotland, fully self-funded, with no bank loans and no private… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/Mark_Skimming.mp3?dest-id=1540322) ## [When Dentistry Becomes Diagnosis with Dr. Ratna Indah on Systems, Science, and the Bigger Health Picture](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/when-dentistry-becomes-diagnosis-with-dr-ratna-indah-on-systems-science-and-the-bigger-health-picture) _2026-04-13 · Dental Slang_ In this episode of the Dental Slang Podcast , Dr. Ratna Indah shares how her background in journalism and a deeply personal family health journey shaped her approach to wellness dentistry. She explores the growing body of science behind the mouth–body connection and explains how oral health can reveal early signs of systemic disease, inflammation, and long‑term health risk. Dr. Indah also… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/Ratna_Final_1.mp3?dest-id=1540322) ## [Know Your Numbers with Wyatt Ferber: Bottom Line Business Planning](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/know-your-numbers-with-wyatt-ferber-bottom-line-business-planning) _2026-03-17 · Dental Slang_ In this episode of the Dental Slang podcast, Wyatt Ferber breaks down the financial framework behind a profitable, efficient dental practice. He explains the key metrics every practice owner must understand including gross profit, associate costs, lab expenses, contribution and net profit. With a clear view of the numbers, dentists can make smarter decisions, reduce waste and protect cash flow… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/Wyatt_Ferber_Final.mp3?dest-id=1540322) ## [Performance Dentistry: Airway, Sleep, and the NFL with Dr. Chad Kasperowski](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/performance-dentistry-airway-sleep-and-the-nfl-with-dr-chad-kasperowski) _2026-02-18 · Dental Slang_ In this episode of the Dental Slang Podcast, Dr. Reza Ardalan sits down with Dr. Chad Kasperowski, a clinician whose career spans surgery, implants, airway, wellness dentistry, and digital workflows. He also serves as the team dentist for the Washington Commanders. Dr. Kasperowski shares how his early experiences shaped a philosophy rooted in whole‑body wellness, advanced diagnostics, and truly… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/Chad_Kasperowski.mp3?dest-id=1540322) ## [A Biological Approach to Endodontics with Dr. Vi Ho](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/a-biological-approach-to-endodontics-with-dr-vi-ho) _2026-01-30 · Dental Slang_ In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Vi Ho, a certified biological endodontist, to explore a completely different approach to patient care—one that connects oral health to overall wellness. From advanced laser techniques to biocompatible materials, Dr. Ho is redefining what it means to be an endodontist in today's wellness-focused practice. Here's what you'll learn when you listen: Discover the… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/Vi_Ho_Episode_Final.mp3?dest-id=1540322) ## [Growing with Heart: How Dr. JP Bastien Built a Thriving Dental Practice](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/growing-with-heart-how-dr-jp-bastien-built-a-thriving-dental-practice) _2026-01-14 · Dental Slang_ In this episode, Dr. Richard (JP) Bastien shares how he grew his practice from early-stage ownership into a thriving multi-doctor model by leading with empathy, recruiting intentionally and embracing technology without losing sight of core values. He reflects on the realities of hiring, leadership development, operational efficiency and the role of AI in modern dentistry, offering practical… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/JP_Podcast.mp3?dest-id=1540322) ## [From One Office to Twelve: Scaling Your Dental Practice with Dr. Pete McClellan](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/from-one-office-to-twelve-scaling-your-dental-practice-with-dr-pete-mcclellan) _2025-12-03 · Dental Slang_ Get an inside look at how Dr. Pete McClellan built a thriving multi-location practice without losing sight of relationships, communication and clinical clarity. In this episode, he shares the systems, lessons and leadership principles that helped him scale sustainably, support mid-career dentists, and create practices where doctors can thrive without burning out. In This Episode You Will Learn… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/Pete-final.mp3?dest-id=1540322) ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/RckKPyu78EhS) _2025-12-03 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Rethinking Perio Care: Innovation & Collaboration with Dr. John Bruce](https://dentalslang.libsyn.com/rethinking-perio-care-innovation-collaboration-with-dr-john-bruce) _2025-11-17 · Dental Slang_ In this episode of the Dental Slang Podcast , Dr. John Bruce shares his approach to modern periodontal care, combining advanced diagnostics, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentorship to elevate patient outcomes. From incorporating blood and bacterial testing to uncover hidden health connections, to collaborating with orthodontists, oral surgeons, and study club peers, Dr. Bruce offers a… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dentalslang/John_Bruce.mp3?dest-id=1540322)