We continue to be strong believers in the role information plays in healthcare and in improving the way people manage their health, and we’re always working to improve dental healthcare information and wellness queries. We at Pearl Dental Clinic, Dubai believe that when patients have doctors who explain things simply and clearly, they’re able to make better health decisions for themselves and their families. Mission: To help people understand the importance of oral health to overall health.
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Welcome to Aging Pearls Podcast with Dr. Christie M. Hogue where we are dedicated to providing dental pearls to all those who are concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population.
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Dr. Scott Drucker and Jinesh Patel explore the intersection of oral healthcare, technology, business, and startups. The duo discuss the hottest topics driving forward the fields of oral health and broader healthcare. They interview the most interesting entrepreneurs, thought leaders, researchers, operators, and practitioners contributing to the improvement of and access to healthcare.
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In this episode Scott and Jinesh have the pleasure of chatting with Dr Roshan (Ro) Parikh, the first Head of Dentistry at Walmart. They chat about Ro's experience growing a 25 location dental group from ground up and taking it through a PE transaction. They then take a deep dive into why the Walmart Health initiative failed, resulting in the closur…
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Episode 12 - Dental Nachos, Behind the Scenes
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In this episode Scott and Jinesh chat with Dr Paul Goodman, founder of Dental Nachos and Dentist Job Connect. The trio touch on a range of topics including which social media platforms dentisting humans of different ages congregate, Paul's career trajectory, and where his revenue comes from. Paul opens up about the challenges of moderating a massiv…
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In this week's episode Scott and Jinesh discuss Peal's announcement of a $58M series B, the art of the 'partnership' press release, and learnings from the PR world. They wrap up by chatting about various ways companies in the dental space should think about going to market with their products. 0:00 Introduction and personal updates3:51 Pearl raises…
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Episode 10 - Team Incentives and Financing Dental Tech Growth
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In this episode Scott and Jinesh discuss strategies to incentivize teams (tech and dental office), DSO growth via credit and debt facilities, and the investors and venture capital in dental tech. 0:00 Intro and Incentivizing the team | stock options vs cash 14:56 Transparency and alignment in dental practices 22:06 DSOs securing credit and debt fac…
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Episode 9 - Dental Care Trends and Aetna's Entry
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In this conversation, Scott and Jinesh discuss their impressions of the Dykema Conference and the importance of culture and leadership in the DSO space. They also review several news articles, including one about the overwhelming support for Medicare dental coverage, the increase in the number of dentist graduates, the decline in dental hygienist a…
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In this episode Scott and Jinesh interview Dr Ryan Hungate about his journey with Simplifeye. Ryan details the good, the bad, and the ugly of his entrepreneurial journey. He then shares about his current role at Henry Schein One. 0:00 Introducing Ryan Hungate5:18 From Apple to Ortho14:26 Restless in School15:52 Startup Bug Bites27:20 Simplifeye Evo…
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Episode 7 - Hiring Challenges, Consolidation Scrutiny, and DSO Variability
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In this episode we dive into hiring challenges generally, and challenges with Gen Z dentists specifically. We then discuss the implications of the FTC suing a Texas anesthesiology group for anti-competitive behavior, and wrap with a nuanced discussion about current consolidation in dental, and the current diversity of groups within the DSO space. 0…
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Episode 6 - UptimeHealth and Dental Whale
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Uptime Health acquired Dental Whale, a company that aimed to be a one-stop solution for dental practices Dental Whale had multiple offerings, including equipment sales, service technicians, training and education, practice transitions, and a dental savings network Uptime Health acquired Dental Whale's network of service technicians, who are indepen…
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Dr. Scott Drucker and Jinesh Patel discuss work-life balance and startup scrappiness. They then review articles that discuss Maryland dental scholarships and dental stats in the US, and conclude with reflections on their conversation with Nick at Candid. 0:00 Work-life balance and scrappiness33:06 Maryland dental scholarships38:06 Dental stats in t…
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Dr. Scott Drucker and Jinesh Patel discuss dental conference conflicts and the economic impact of oral health. They then interview Nick Greenfield - the Founder and CEO of Candid. 0:00 Introduction 2:29 DSO Conference Conflicts 12:45 The Economic Impact of Oral Health 20:38 Interview with Nick Greenfield of Candid…
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Episode 3 - Hard Truths of Founding a Startup | A Behind-the-Scenes Perspective
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Dr. Scott Drucker and Jinesh Patel discuss the crazy journey of being a startup founder, and give a behind-the-scenes peek into their own experiences. 0:00 Introduction - Founding a Startup2:45 Fundraising - Behind the Scenes and Addressing Misconceptions22:45 Solo Founder vs Co-founders27:37 Building an MVP and Challenges of Hiring34:33 Impact of …
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Dr. Scott Drucker and Jinesh Patel discuss a few recent news topics, including data breaches, regulation of DIY dentistry, and dental license portability. 0:00 Data Breaches in Dental 8:12 Regulation of DIY Dentistry and Teledentistry 14:15 License Portability in DentistryBy Dr. Scott Drucker and Jinesh Patel
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Dr. Scott Drucker and Jinesh Patel discuss the creation and goals of the podcast, and cover a few current news topics. Topics include Privilege Licenses for dentists in Wisconsin, Walmart closes all dental clinics, mewing, and veneer techs. 00:00 Intro to the Open Wide Pod 19:58 Privilege Diplomas in Wisconsin 33:42 Walmart Closes Dental Clinics 44…
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#20 - Revolutionizing Dentistry with Salivary Analysis with Janice Correa
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What groundbreaking methods in dentistry could revolutionize both oral and systemic health, particularly through the lens of salivary testing? In this episode, Janice Correa, a seasoned dental professional with over 40 years of experience, shares her inspiring journey from a chairside dental assistant to a market manager and educator. She dives dee…
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#19 - Sharon's Legacy: Fighting Parkinson's One Story at a Time with Dr. George Ackerman
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How can one person's journey through Parkinson's caregiving inspire a global movement for awareness and change? In this heartfelt episode of the Aging Pearls podcast, Dr. George Ackerman shares his deeply personal and inspiring journey as a caregiver for his mother, Sharon, who battled Parkinson's disease for 15 years. Dr. Ackerman discusses his mo…
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# 18 - Cancer survivorship and taking charge during the journey
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"We have to be in charge, but we have to build our tribe, our friends, our family, and our medical people." - Deb Krier Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue, and today, we sit down with Deb Krier,…
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#17 - Understanding the Importance of Oral Health for Aging and Quality of Life
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"Having the teeth in their mouth will help us to pronounce clearly the words in order to communicate appropriately.” - Roberto Carlos Castrejón-Pérez DS, MSc, DSc. Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie H…
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#16 - Empowering African Researchers and Healthcare Professionals in Clinical Trials
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"What I have found is that the best professionals in this industry in operations understand what happens at a clinical research site.” - Tengu C Muna Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today…
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"Because we make this light the way we look into the mirror when we look or sell into the mirror. And we have to let the people know that that can be modified. As we were saying in our previous conversation, it is never too late to take action, to take care of ourselves and to improve our oral conditions. It is never too late.” - Dr. Roberto Carlos…
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"If we are treating older patients under facing missing teeth, we don't need to just think about what's going on today. We need to think about what's going on five, 10 years from now, how well this patient is going to be able to maintain this going forward. " - Dr. Gerry McKenna Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to p…
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#13 - Take Action Today to Improve Oral Health
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“That is part of the consequences of dental conditions… When we forget about taking care of ourselves, our mouths…and suddenly we realize we are not able, or we are not comfortable to speak or eat.” - Roberto Carlos Castrejón-Pérez DS, MSc, DSc In Aging Pearls Podcast, we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral…
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#12 - Maintaining Clean Dentures for Healthier and Happier Living
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“It seems [that] in general, the people who have teeth or have their dentures taken care of, they’re healthier, they're active, they're eating better.” - Dr. Lorin Berland In Aging Pearls Podcast, we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue, and today, …
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#11 - Creating a Compassionate Health Care Environment
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"When we make deeper connections with our patients, it actually helps our own well-being." - Dr. F. Emelia Sam Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today, we sit down with Dr. F. Emelia Sam to…
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#10 - Overcoming Barriers to Oral Care for Older People
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“We need to stop segregating oral health care from systemic health care.” - Dr. Daniel Croley Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today, we welcome Dr. Daniel Croley. As a dental benefits pro…
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#09 - Practicing Self-Care: Putting Ourselves First
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“In healthcare or not, this is our life. This is our choice. This is our journey. We need to be accountable for what we do, we need to be proud of what we do, and we need to take responsibility. Be proactive in the life that we want to live and in the things that we want to offer to others.” - Dr. Miriam Zylberglait Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pear…
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#08 - The Value of Preventive Oral Health Care
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“I think it is important for the provider to take a look in the mouth to see the status of a patient's teeth if there are any issues like periodontal disease that need to be addressed because that is an opportunity to potentially make a referral to a low-cost or even free dental service that can help with these issues.” - Dr. Ted SuhHello! Welcome …
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#07 - Oral Health, Frailty, and Nutrition
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“We can put a nutritious plate in front of anybody, but if the person has chewing difficulties due to loss of teeth, he won't be able to take advantage of all the nutrients of the food.” - Dr. Roberto Carlos Castrejón-Pérez Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the …
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#06 - Geriatric Syndrome: The Oral Health Standpoint
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“It's important to understand these syndromes in an effort to most effectively treat our older patients to improve oral health tailored to the individual patient and their syndrome. - Dr. Christie Hogue Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of ou…
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#05 - Picking Up the PACE in Geriatric Care
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“Not only are we able to provide access to those who've had dental coverage for all these years and retire, we're able to provide coverage for those who have never had dental care for whatever reason… Imagine the benefit that that has on a person, you know, nutritionally and psychologically… to be able to feel proud about the way you look and about…
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“It's important to look beyond the mouth and to consider that oral health impacts overall health in various different ways.” - Rebecca H. Affoo Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today, we h…
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#01 - The Realities of Dental Care in the Aging Population
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“None of us can control how we will age but if we are mindful and intentional, we can inevitably impact our attitudes towards our respective aging process and those around us.” - Dr. Christie Hogue Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our agi…
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#00 - Persevere towards a Purposeful Journey
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“I always believe you must know where you have come from in order to know where you're going, especially if you're trying to achieve greater.” - Dr. Christie Hogue Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie H…
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Ask the dentist: Teething in babies: Symptoms & Remedies
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Your baby’s delicate gums and tiny teeth need attention from the very beginning, which means that setting up good habits early is crucial. However, many moms and dads are unsure about what good dental care entails. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about caring for your child’s oral health and teething symptoms and remedies from t…
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