Get ready for another Humpday Happy Hour with Sherri M. Lukes! Make sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel before next Wednesday at 8:30 EST so you can stay up to date on all upcoming live streams. Live stream viewers get to ask questions directly of our guests. This week we dive deep into ORAL PATHOLOGY! Sherri Lukes, RDH, MS, FAADH is a speake…

Illegal dentistry, murders and a big Align Tech lawsuit. Getting you through your day with some exciting dental news!By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

Big news alert in the world of HR. New compliance regulations around over time with salaried employees that you cannot miss!!! Remember, we are always here for you to give you the latest news that may impact your practice sprinkled with some fun along the way!By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

Ever wondered about dentistry on our 4-legged friends? Well Dr. Katherine Queck has made her career on taking excellent care of our precious friends while advocating for her specialty for over 30 years! The DINKS had an absolute blast picking her brain on what a dental specialty clinic looks like for animals in comparison to what they look like for…

If Walmart can't make a dental business model work, what hope do the rest of us have??? Tune in to learn more!By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

Wondering what the ADA is doing for you lately? Well let's go straight to the source to find out. We were very appreciative that Dr. David Manzanares was willing to sit down with us to discuss all things organized dentistry. Dr. David J. Manzanares, a general dentist in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is the First Vice President of the American Dental Ass…

Attention all Metlife and Guardian in-network docs, you need to catch this episode for sure! And we get into the nitty gritty on the FTC ban on non-competes and who this will impact. As always-we got you!By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

"From Analog to Digital for Occlusion and Articulation" Dr. Atkins is revolutionizing the way we do comprehensive digital dentistry. Dr. Seth Atkins is a general dentist that has worked diligently toward the development of digital protocols that transcend what analog dentistry could provide. A born and raised Texan, Dr. Atkins attended Texas Tech U…

Here ye Here ye...more dental news developing this week. NCOIL, Dentist/Hygiene Compact and Relief for those impacted by Change Healthcare...By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

Considering cloud based practice management software in your practice but have a lot of questions about whether it is the right fit for you? This is the episode for you. Dr. Gary White joins us to talk about his journey of moving through several iterations of software in his practice. Dr. Gary White has provided Fort Worth residents outstanding den…

Michael Jackson's former elephant undergoes extensive oral surgery which is no small feat(see what we did there)! An IOWA dental student makes some unique art in support of the Iowa women's basketball program and the collaborative efforts to bring some change to Delta Dental are gaining steam. We always have your back each week with what you need t…

JB IS BACK!! And she is bringing so many stories to wet your dental news whistle! We have some BRAND new info on some increasing of dental benefits through the ACA. This was just released right before we went on the air. A dental selfie sent to his bestie in crime ended up finally helping to capture a wanted criminal. We bring the most powerful seg…

What a fun episode with a great friend, Dr. John Flucke. If there is a dental product or piece of technology out there today, you can bet Dr. Flucke has had his hands on it at some point. Dr. John Flucke is in private practice in Lee’s Summit, Missouri where he spends two days per week in direct patient care. He also serves as Chief Dental Editor a…

JB finally gets the chance to interview Jeff! They unpack all things sleep dentistry!!! And bonus, they are besties just hanging out over a glass of wine nerding out for a while!By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

Well Chad gives it his best try so why don't you be the judge!!!By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

What a fun episode with an amazing clinician and human, Dr. Tom Dudney. We cover esthetic dentistry, philanthropic endeavors and the growth journey of a professional. Thomas E. Dudney, DMD is a 1977 graduate of University of Alabama in Birmingham School of Dentistry. He has served in the past as the Clinical Director for the Aesthetic Advantage han…

Dr. Brett Kessler, a dentist in Denver, Colo., is the new President-Elect of the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Kessler has been an active volunteer leader and member of the ADA for 26 years. Since 2019, Dr. Kessler has represented the 14th District on the ADA Board of Trustees, and he has chaired several ADA committees, including the Diver…

It's another exciting week of news! The ADA is now seeking comments on Medical/Dental Loss Ratio so let your voice be heard! Deadline for comments is April 15. We are starting to see law suits of the Corporate Transparency Act with Alabama leading the way. And have you ever tried to smuggle money in toothpaste boxes? Well we have the story of a man…

JB is frustrated with delivering bad news and makes a plea to the public to get it together! But in other news, we discuss the Oral Health Act up for renewal and some changes happening in Tennessee to improve access to care. All of that plus we highlight a new study comparing efficacy of SDF vs sealants in caries prevention! Tune in and expand your…

WHAT A SHOW! Dr. Karla Soto joins the DINKS for a fantastic discussion on all things DIGITAL! Coming off a recent viral video, we talk about the future of digital dentistry and how some of the future is happening right now! Dr. Karla Soto has focused on sharing the power of Facially Generated Comprehensive Treatment Planning and the impact of havin…

WE ARE BACK! Fresh off our midwinter extravaganza, we bring our latest news episode to you! We talk about possibly the largest court penalty handed to a dentist in a malpractice suit and a tragic story of a dentist in Louisiana recovering after being attacked by a patient. These stories and so much more! Tune in this week and don't forget to check …

As Jeff is already in Mexico for AIDA Education's annual meeting, ASPIRE and it's Valentine's Day, we decided to just have the three DINKS on tonight's show. We catch up on all things politics, trends and education in the dental world! February is shaping up to be a crazy month for the DINKS. Hope to see you in Chicago Midwinter!…

Kevin Tallman is an entrepreneur whose journey in business has been marked by a steady determination and a focus on sustainable growth. Prior to Mango Voice he led a leading logistics company from start up to over $100m in revenue before exiting to a fortune 100. In 2017, Kevin along with a business partner made a significant investment in Mango Vo…

Wow! A lot is happening right now in the world of dental loss ratio and we are one of the first to unpack it for you here! Also a lot of buzz in the general media about brush biopsies which is gaining more traction for early metastasis detection. Lastly we will look at another state adding a mid level provider in a growing number of states offering…

Ever wondered why doctors are choosing certain companies when it comes to the technology they onboard. Dr. Baird has a very passionate story about her belief in the power of Align for treating many of the patients in her practice. Let's talk orthodontic biomechanics and clear aligner therapy with Dr. Baird! Dr. Marta Baird is a Diamond+ Invisalign …

Lots to unpack this week. Updates from the ADA on thyroid collar use with radiography and we have some interesting published data on number of dentists per state. We were blown away with the differences between California and the second largest state. Also, Align is leading the way with the number of patents they are applying for and it is starting…

Impactful and meaningful conversations about how we care for our patients and build the practice of our dreams. Irene brings so much perspective and honesty to her journey as an expanded function dental hygienist! Irene Iancu is a Canadian RRDH and entrepreneur. With experience in various specialties like Pediatrics, Orthodontics, and Periodontics,…

We are sharing this special edition release of the Dental Fuel Podcast where JB is interviewed by Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas. Hope you enjoy and subscribe to the Dental Fuel podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dental-fuel/id1683707577By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

Wondering about digital workflows with removable applications? This is definitely the episode for you! Dr. Johnson is a master of the digital workflow for removable cases and gives fantastic tips on integrating this into your practice! Dr. Andrew C. Johnson completed his general dental (2010) and prosthodontic training (2013) at the University of M…

Well, another week of crazy things happening in a dental office! Definitely catch this week's news to get the latest on a major tax package moving through the federal government and Winston Churchill's gold partial denture is on the market! Maybe Ye will consider a change from his new titanium teeth to this gold partial. We always leaving you with …

Whoa, the news this week is action packed! The DINKS have two personal exciting announcements that you definitely will not want to miss! And new regulations looming for dental chairs and dental equipment to accommodate those with disabilities. Deadline for public comment is February 12 so you definitely want to understand it's impact on your practi…

WOW! This episode is packed full of clinical pearls and opportunities for growth in your hygiene department. Struggling with finding hygienists, empowering them to discuss observations and treatment options with patients, and getting them bought into the culture? This is definitely the episode for you! Amber Auger, MPH, RDH, is a practicing dental …

Well even JB's audio won't keep the news away this week. Are you aware of the new concerns regarding Ozempic and other drugs in its class and surgical anesthesia? We discuss some recent concerns coming out of AAOMS and potential changes in recommendations for patients on these GLP-1 drugs. And we discuss a dentist who died while treating a patient …

Are you asking the hard questions about practicing sleep dentistry while running a GP office? This is definitely the episode for you! With nearly 40 years experience in the dental and dental laboratory professions and recently in the dental manufacturing industries, Mark has a gestalt perspective of the various functions and relationships. A long s…

Happy New year! The DINKS are back live this week with some interesting news stories to share. Two back to back stories on malpractice that definitely left us scratching our heads a bit. And we chat about the latest patent issued to PEARL on their AI software for dentistry. We always learn and share so much during our news segment so make this your…

Meet Anne Duffy, the visionary CEO and Founder behind Dental Entrepreneur Media - a platform designed to revolutionize the dental profession! Through her digital platforms, podcasts, print magazines, and retreats, Anne has created vibrant communities of dental influencers who come together to share their inspiring stories. With a mission to inspire…

We were very lucky to get Dr. Tanya on the show and connect about all things public health, organized dentistry and leadership and the current landscape of dentistry for newer grads. What a super cool interview with an incredible cool person! Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas was born and raised in El Paso, TX. She attended dental school at the University of T…

With more than three decades of dental experience, Dr. Bonk is devoted to sharing his knowledge and skills of advanced restorative dentistry. He joined Spear in 2009 as a member of the Anterior Live Patient Faculty and now serves as an instructor in the 'Restorative Design' workshop. He lectures nationally about advanced restorative dentistry. Earl…

Well obviously the biggest news story of the day is that it is JB's birthday :-) But in other news, we report on a dentist out of CA that was sentenced to jail for NBA dental fraud. There was also a new study that came out of JAMA that supports good oral hygiene for patients in ICU and lastly an update on a new requirement from the IRS for all busi…

An exciting week in the world of dental news with Smile Direct Club leading all the headlines. But we also give you an update on lead apron regulations and new funding that has been approved for community health centers. You know the DINKS are always here for you to keep you up to date on all things dental!…

Oh that silly little Smile Direct Club is back in the news again. What will their fate entail? 3D printing bone grafts..is that really on the horizon? And how about those DrBicuspid Cuspies nominations?? We are so honored to be in the finalist group again this year for Influencer of the Year! As always, we are bringing you the latest in dental news…

The role of Artificial Intelligence in dentistry is an incredibly hot topic! The DINKS welcomed Mike Buckner of Pearl into the podcasting booth to chat about AI in dentistry and what should we be watching for in the coming years as this technology continues to evolve.By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

One of the missions of the DINKS podcast is to show how advantageous it can be to have great relationships with your vendors. They really do care about your success in practice and being a part of the journey! Mike Gainsburg is living out that mission everyday through Shofu. The needs and desires of the dentist is under consideration with every adv…

Everyone loves GIGI! And so do the DINKS. For us, there is no one better out there teaching facial esthetics like Dr. Gigi Meinecke!By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

Wow! The DINKS especially enjoyed chatting with Dr. Mitrani! What a phenomenal journey in dentistry he has had and an incredible clinician. All dentists could use a little dose of the empathy he has towards his patients. Dr. Mitrani helps us understand where patients are emotionally, behaviourly and cognitively to help get the best diagnosis and tr…

A new friend of the podcast, Dr. Tanya Maestas hangs out with the DINKS to talk about her current work with New Dentists on the Block podcast, her life in public health and dentistry from the eyes of a more recent grad! The profession of dentistry is very lucky to have a new grad like this in our midst.…

One of our faves and regulars on the podcast, Dr. Kelly Turner hangs out with the DINKS for the closing interview of SmileCon. They get a little silly in this one after a long day of recording, interviewing and trying to be serious!By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

The DINKS sit down with Melissa Turner on all things branding, the Denobi Awards and her amazing journey in the world of dentistry. Thinking of a side hustle or life outside of the operatory, this episode is definitely for you!By Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell