13 – Haven for Hope and the Christian Dental Clinic in San Antonio
I’m heading off to Haven for Hope and the Christian Dental Clinic in San Antonio to serve with a number of other dentists a population of refugees living in our city. I explain how we do this as part of the ministry of Christian Medical and Dental Associations (CMDA). To learn more, check out their […]
12 – Pain Management
Today the topic is pain management. I get into the difference between narcotics and non-narcotics.
11 – Local Anesthetics
Let’s talk about local anesthetics and dentists. In this episode, I describe how to help children with their fears about going to the dentist. Also, should dental hygienists be allowed to give local anesthesia? What might be some good ways to train and certify them? I also give a few of my own tips on […]
10 – Inflammatory Diseases in General
Happy birthday to a new grandson! Do you know the difference between infection and inflammation? Allow me to make it simple. Also, we discuss inflammatory diseases in general as well as what autoimmune diseases are. The mouth is an easy and direct way to begin to address inflammatory diseases of the body and a laser […]
9 – Why You Want a Comprehensive Dentist
Why You Want a Comprehensive Dentist Add the word “cementum” to your vocabulary. Brushing and flossing tips – what’s important and what might be damaging? What is a comprehensive dentist?
8 – Explaining Periodontal Disease
Explaining periodontal disease in ways that are simple and still honest. Where I came up with A Tooth Has Four Parts.
7 – How Joining the US Air Force Changed Me Part 3
How Joining the US Air Force Changed Me Part 3 Usually, society misunderstands the military culture.
6 – How Joining the US Air Force Changed Me Part 2
How Joining the US Air Force Changed Me Part 2 I also talk about job interviews and marketing in dentistry.
5 – How Joining the US Air Force Changed Me Part 1
How Joining the US Air Force Changed Me Part 1 I joined to get my dental education paid for, but little did I know how profound a transformation in my life personally and professionally this experience would be.
4 – What Influenced Me To Go Into Periodontics
The things we end up doing in life are not always the result of a well laid out plan.
