The Very Dental Podcast Network
Episodes
AME: The Cancellation Menagerie
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you get when Al is listening to Harry Potter books, has a 7am cancellation and is in a really weird head space? You get the Cancellation Menag...
Very Dental: Wrapping Up Patient Anxiety with Steph Tang of Wallaby
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan sits down with Steph Tang, the co-founder of Wallaby, a company that has developed a therapeutic weighted blanket specifically for dental and hea...
Very Clinical: Are You There, AI? It's me...JLips
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode Dr. Jason Lipscomb joins the Very Clinical guys live from VOD 23 to challenge the dental industry's conventional wisdom! He ...
AME: Adulting and the Recall Practice
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan reflects on the importance of maintenance, both in car care and dental practices. He discusses the parallels between regular car maintenance and ...
Very Dental: Building a Practice That Runs Without You with Dr. Paul Etchison
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan welcomes back friend, dentist, and coach Dr. Paul Etchison to talk about his unique career journey. Paul shares how he went from working in a hig...
Very Clinical: Profitable Practice Without Placing Implants?
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode of the Very Clinical podcast, hosts Zach and Kevin are joined by Voices of Dentistry 2023 co-founder, Dr. Alan Mead. Alan ki...
AME: Summer Camp for Dentists
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Mead shares his personal journey into being a temporary "empty nester" as both of his sons attend the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp for the first time...
Very Dental: Dr. August de Oliveira and the Dumb Radiologist Associate
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan welcomes back long-time friend and fellow 1997 dental school graduate, Dr. August de Oliveira. They take a trip back in time, reminiscing about t...
Very Clinical: Just the Bevel! A Class IV Revelation with Dr. Clinton Timmerman
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's throwback episode Dr. Clinton Timmerman joins the Very Clinical Podcast live from Voices of Dentistry, and he's not afraid to bust some den...
Very Dental Student: The Harland Hustle: Surviving and Thriving in Your First Years of Dentistry
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mohamed welcomes back Dr. Kevin Harland, a recent graduate from the OU College of Dentistry, for a candid conversation about the real...
Very Dental: The Sharpest Take on Burs with Max Roland of Microcopy Dental
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan sits down with Max Roland of Microcopy Dental in a live recording from the Chicago Midwinter dental meeting! They dive into the world of dental b...
Very Clinical: Porcelain or Composite Veneers with Dr. Dennis Hartlieb
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Once again Kevin and Zach are live from Scottsdale, Arizona in a throwback episode from the Voices of Dentistry 2023! They welcome guest Dr. Dennis Ha...
Very Dental Student: Rounding Third (Year) and Heading Home with Mohamed Abo-Basha
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mohamed and Al have a conversation about the highlights of Mo's third year and what he's looking forward to in his D4 year at OU's School of Dentistry...
Very Dental: Practical CE and Building a Practice You Love with Dr. Graham Forbes
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan welcomes back Dr. Graham Forbes to the podcast for an engaging conversation! Graham discusses his journey from being an associate to owning a pra...
Very Clinical: Essential Tools for Extractions with Dr. Steven Dold
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This throwback episode features Dr. Steven Dold joining Kevin and Zach from the Voices of Dentistry 2023 in Scottsdale, Arizona! They discuss the comm...
Brain Trust: What Would You Do?
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Very Dental Brain Trust Alan is joined by Dr. Lance Timmerman, Dr. Gary Holtzclaw, and Dr. Randy Houska to tackle a series of c...
Very Dental: From Poland to the Podium with Dr. Maggie Augustyn
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan had a chance to sit down with Dr. Maggie Augustyn live at the Chicago Midwinter meeting for a candid conversation that spans her journey from Pol...
Very Clinical: Same Day Anterior Restorations with Dr. Kris Aadland
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This throwback episode features Dr. Kris Aadland joining Kevin and Zach from the Voices of Dentistry 2023 event in Scottsdale, Arizona! They discuss t...
AME: The Bar is Set So Low
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The patient experience in medicine sucks. Alan, having recently endured a couple of medical horror stories himself, passionately advocates for a diffe...
Very Dental: Buffer Like a Pro with Dr. Jason Goodchild
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded live at the Chicago Midwinter meeting in February 2025, this episode features Alan in conversation with Dr. Jason Goodchild from Premier Dent...
Very Clinical: Anterior Guidance and Other Occlusion Myths with Dr. Brian Baliwas
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's throwback episode features an in person interview with Dr. Brian Baliwas...the one and only @sfdentalnerd! Zach and Kevin were asking about...
Brain Trust: Hygiene Beyond the Prophy Cup with Dr. Sam Low and Michael Kaelberer
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Brain Trust, Alan has a great conversation with Dr. Sam Low and Michael Kaelberer of Vakker Dental to discuss advanced dental h...
Very Dental: Splitting the Wedge with Dr. Matt Burton
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan had a chance to sit down with Dr. Matt Burton for a fascinating discussion about his journey from a practicing dentist to a dental inventor. Dr. ...
Very Clinical: Dental Photography for Fun and Profit with Dr. Melissa Zettler
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode, Dr. Melissa Zettler talks about photography and how it has affected her clinical dentistry and marketing. This interview ha...
AME: The Outrage Machine with Dr. Dawn Grimes
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This throwback episode of the Alan Mead Experiences features a conversation with Dr. Dawn Grimes about the stuff that we let in to our brains. The dis...
Very Dental: Revolutionize Your Hygiene Department with Dr. Pam Maragliano-Muniz
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is joined by the incomparable Dr. Pam Maragliano-Muniz for an in person conversation recorded at the Chicago Midwinter meeting! They discuss Pam'...
Very Clinical: A Love/Hate Relationship with Night Guards
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode, Kevin and Zach are joined by their one time co-host Dr. Mac Jones to tackle the listener-requested topic of night guards an...
Brain Trust: You've Got to Pay Your Dues!
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the best things about the Dental Hacks podcast was our Brain Trust segment! Several Very Dental people sitting around talking shop. And now...i...
Very Dental: Dr. Richard Golden on Real-World Efficiency and Physics Forceps
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this in-person episode recorded at GoldenDent in Roseville, Michigan, Alan once again sits down with the visionary Dr. Richard Golden. Following up...
Very Clinical: Glad We Medit! Scanners and Software with Scott Shrader
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin and Zach welcome back Scott Shrader to talk digital dentistry and specifically about Medit scanners and software. Both Zach and Al are current M...
AME: Live Patient Hands On CE in the Motor City with Dr. Ara Nazarian
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is joined by Dr. Ara Nazarian an in person recording at GoldenDent in Roseville, MI! Ara teaches extraction and grafting techniques featuring the...
Very Dental: Advertising, Insurance and the Golden Age of Dentistry with Dr. Richard Golden
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Very Dental Podcast Alan interviews Dr. Richard Golden of GoldenDent in Roseville, Michigan. Dr. Golden is known for developing...
Very Clinical: How to Integrate Technology with Scott Shrader
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin and Zach, along with Alan welcome Scott Shrader from 3D Dentists to the podcast! Scott shares his journey from general sales into dental implant...
AME: Two Years on Three Days
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded amidst the sounds of spring on the dock in his pond, Alan dives deep into his experience shifting from a 4-day to a 3-day clinical work week ...
Very Dental: Dr. Russell Schafer is Selling Out!
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is once again joined by the incomparable Dr. Russell Schafer! This time Al and Russ are in person in the fishbowl at the Chicago Midwinter dent...
Very Clinical: Stacking Up the Benefits of CareStack with Jamie Flanagan
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In another Zachless episode, Kevin is joined by Missy Fryer, Al and special guest Jamie Flanagan from CareStack for a candid discussion about their ...
AME: Leftover Scallions
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan takes a trip down memory lane, revisiting "The Scallion," a satirical dental news project he and colleagues created (inspired by The Onion) back ...
Very Dental: Katrina Klein, RDH on Protecting Your Career with Dental Ergonomics
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is another one that was recorded live at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting! Alan Mead chats with renowned dental ergonomics expert Katrina...
Very Clinical: A CareStack Story with Jamie Flanagan of CareStack
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Zachless episode, Kevin is joined Alan, along with co-hosts Missy Fryer and Jamie Flanagan of CareStack! They Share insights on transitioni...
AME: On Mountain Biking and Being Influenced
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan shares a personal milestone (achieving a fitness age of 50!) and dives into his love for mountain biking – an exercise that feels like playing....
Very Dental: A Recipe for Implant Dentistry Success with Dr. Tim Kosinski
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded live from the CDS Midwinter Meeting Podcast Lounge, Alan had a great conversation with veteran implant dentist and educator, Dr. Tim Kosinski...
Very Clinical: Planting Seeds and Placing Implants with Dr. Adam Frounfelter
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode of Very Clinical Kevin and Zach are joined by Dr. Adam Frounfelter! Adam and Kevin teach hands on implants together at 3D De...
AME: From Curing Lights to Killer Reads (a Recommendation Engine)
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off a spring break road trip Alan has some dental and non-dental recommendations! Some links from the show: Loop Curing Light from Garrison De...
Very Dental: A Conversation with The Badass Hygienist (aka: Melissa Obrotka)
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan was joined by the incomparable Melissa Obrotka, also known as "The Badass Hygienist!" They recorded this conversation live at the Chicago Midwin...
Very Clinical: Difficult Crown Preps (and other student questions)
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin and Zach are once again joined by Very Dental Student Mo and Very Dental's Al to answer student questions! Topics: Managing Difficult Crown Pre...
Very Dental Student: Managing Difficult Patients
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mohamed is back with Kevin, Zach and Al to pose dental student questions to these grizzled veterans. The guys start out with a raucous discussion of...
Very Dental: Making Dental Insurance Sexy with Teresa Duncan
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan recently sat down with Teresa Duncan at the Chicago Midwinter Dental meeting! Teresa is an expert in dental insurance and dental office managemen...
Very Clinical: Dental Pet Peeves
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could this be the most relatable episode we've ever recorded? Zach, Kevin, and Alan unleash their pent-up frustrations with common patient behaviors...
AME: The Incidental Finding
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan shares a personal and frustrating experience involving his son, Jacob, and an unexpected medical finding. He reflects on the complexities of the ...
Very Dental: Creating Furniture to Support Dentists with Steven Haaksma
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is joined at the Chicago Midwinter meeting by Steven Haaksma of BQE or "Back Quality Ergonomics." Alan has used a bunch of their stools over the ...
Very Clinical: Kevin is (Care) Stacked!
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"I want this to run like a real business, and if that's what it takes to run it, I know that I'll get the revenue back." -- Kevin on investing in Care...
AME: Do Something
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan reflects on the importance of "doing something" when it comes to emotional health, contrasting it with his earlier philosophy of "don't just do s...
Very Dental: Understanding Authenticity with Dr. Charlotte Drumi
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is joined by Dr. Charlotte Drumi for an "in person" recording from the recent Chicago Midwinter Meeting! She's a young dentist with an old soul a...
Very Clinical: Amalgam in 2025 with Dr. Kevin Donlan
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode Kevin and Zach are once again joined by Dr. Kevin Donlan to discuss the controversial topic of amalgam in modern dentistry. ...
AME: Dentist Side Hustles with Alex and Eric from "Just a Couple of Dentists"
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan shares his recent guest appearance on "Just a Couple of Dentists," a podcast hosted by millennial dentists Alex and Eric. They discuss the evolv...
Very Dental: Embracing AI in Dentistry with Preet Sandhu
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI is rapidly transforming the dental industry, offering numerous opportunities for efficiency and improved patient care. Alan talked with Preet Sandh...
Very Clinical: Failures and Last Case Bias with Dr. Kevin Donlin
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This throwback episode features Kevin and Zach talking to Dr. Kevin Donlin about winter sports, clinical failures, "last case bias" and how social med...
AME: Still Pushing the Button
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan reflects a bit on a technique he calls "Pushing the Button." He originally wrote about it in a post on the Dental Hacks website and still finds i...
Very Dental: I Can See Your Crack From Here with Dr. David Clark
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan welcomes Dr. David Clark back to the show. David is the inventor of the Bioclear system and one of the people that really turned Alan on to micro...
Very Clinical: Dental Student Questions, Part Deux!
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Kevin and Zach are joined again by Alan and "Dr." Mo, host of the Very Dental Student podcast, to answer more listener questions. They cove...
AME: Chicago Midwinter 2025 Review
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is back from the Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting and shares his experiences and highlights from the exhibition floor. He discusses new products ...
Very Dental: Hands On Implant Training with Dr. Justin Moody
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan catches up with Dr. Justin Moody, his friend and business partner. They reminisce about their experiences in dental school and how dentistry has ...
Very Clinical: Dental Student Questions!
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zach and Kevin are joined by the "Very Dental Student" podcast's host, Mohamed and Al to answer some questions that Mo put together from dental studen...
AME: A Pain Management Puzzle
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan delves into a thought-provoking ethical dilemma presented in the Very Clinical Facebook group regarding pain management for a patient in recovery...
Very Dental: Is the Hygiene Model Broken with Dr. Jason Smithson
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is joined once again by the one and only Dr. Jason Smithson. We've often compared how dentistry is delivered differently between the United State...
Very Clinical: The Kevin Fryer Origin Story
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Where did the Kevin Fryer we know and love come from? In today's throwback episode Zach interviews Kevin about why he became a dentist and how his car...
Very Dental Student: How to Do a Comprehensive Exam with Zach and Kevin
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mohamed welcomes back Kevin and Zach to talk about the comprehensive exam. It turns out that they do them a little bit differently in dental school th...
Group Function: Perfect Posterior Contacts with the Garrison Quad Matrix
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today Alan chats with Kevin Walburg and Dr. Matt Burton about a game-changing product from Garrison Dental Solutions designed to revolutionize posteri...
Very Clinical: Pediatric Dentistry Basics with Dr. Russell Schafer
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode Dr. Russell Schafer joins Kevin and Zach to talk about his second love in dentistry...pediatrics! Key Topics & Discussion ...
AME: Confidence vs. Competence with Dr. Wade Pilling
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is joined by Dr. Wade Pilling to talk about the dilemma he often faces as an educator. "Am I just teaching someone to hurt them (patients)?" -...
Very Dental: The Full Arch Dilemma with Dr. Wade Pilling
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It today's episode, Alan has a conversation with Dr. Wade Pilling. Wade is a "big case" guy and a renowned expert in full arch dentistry. Dr. Pilling ...
Very Clinical: Talking Invisalign
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode Kevin and Zach discuss the importance of communication and managing patient expectations throughout the Invisalign process, ...
Very Dental Student: How to Do a Root Canal with Zach and Kevin
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Very Dental Student Podcast, Mo talks with Kevin and Zach to discuss endodontic procedures, comparing dental school protocols w...
Group Function: Addiction and the Dentist
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"It won't happen to me." --every addict before they realize they have a problem This is an interesting episode. The folks over at the "Everyday Practi...
Very Clinical: The Crossover Incident
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up, buttercup, because this is NOT your average episode of Very Clinical! Back in March of 2020, when Dr. Mac Jones was still one of the hosts ...
Very Dental Classics: Tell Me More, JLips
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Al features and interview of his co-host of the Dental Hacks Podcast, Dr. Jason Lipscomb! First released on April 26, 2019 Al and JLips talk about den...
Very Clinical: Very Football!
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin and Zach welcome guests Dr. Jacob Whipple and Dr. Alan Mead for a special episode dedicated to all things football! They analyze the upcoming ga...
Very Dental Classics: How Trauma Creates Dentists
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very first episode of what I'm calling "Very Dental Classics!" In this inaugural episode, we delve into the archives and revisit a capt...
Alan Mead Experience: Clean and Sober (and Still Learning)
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan reflects on his 23 years of sobriety, discussing the ongoing challenges of addiction and emotional reactivity. He also shares updates on the podc...
Very Dental: An AI Revolution in Chart Notes with Dr. Giles Damron
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Alan welcomes Dr. Giles Damron for his first appearance as co-host. Giles is an experienced dentist from Tennessee, discusses his b...
Very Clinical: Dr. Nate Lawson Infiltrates the Podcast
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode, Kevin and Zach are joined by Dr. Nate Lawson to discuss the ins and outs of resin infiltration! They delve into the history...
AME: "Automaticity"
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan explores the concept of "automaticity" - the things we do without thinking. He discusses the pros and cons of this autopilot mode, drawing on exa...
Very Dental: Rethinking Dental Education with Dr. Thom Caspers
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan interviews Dr. Thom Caspers, a former Seattle-area dentist who now teaches at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Arizona. They d...
Very Clinical: Predictions for 2025 with Erin and Gary
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin and Zach welcome back Dr. Erin Elliott and Dr. Gary Holtzclaw to share their predictions for 2025, holiday traditions, and dream guests they'd l...
AME: Self Administered Poison and "Dentists That Don't"
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alan reflects on the holiday season, canceled plans, and the importance of human connection. He dives deep into his personal journey with recovery and...
Very Dental: Why Dr. Matt Standridge Hates Dental Influencers (and Loves Ortho)
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alan welcomes frequent guest and co-host Dr. Matt Standridge back to Very Dental. They dive into the evolving landscape of dental practice ownership, ...
Very Clinical: The 2024 Year in Review with Erin and Gary
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Very Clinical, Zach and Kevin are joined by guests Dr. Erin Elliott and Dr. Gary Holtzclaw to discuss their favorite moments from t...
Very Dental Student: To Residency or Not with Dr. Kurren Virk
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode of the Very Dental Student Podcast, host Mohamed Abo-Basha is joined by recent graduate (at the time) Dr. Kurren Virk! Dr....
Very Dental: Planned Obsolescence & Subscription Hell with Dr. Brian Baliwas
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is joined by the one and only Dr. Brian Baliwas. You might know him better as @sfdentalnerd on Instagram, where he is probably the most entertai...
Very Clinical: Dr. Nate Lawson is a Fan of Onlays (and Partial Coverage)
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's throwback episode features Dr. Nate Lawson as he returns to the Very Clinical Podcast to discuss partial coverage restorations with Kevin and ...
AME: Conquering the Blank Page
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would you like to discover how to overcome creative inertia and tedious tasks with the help of technology? Al explores how he's using Artificial Intel...
Very Dental: Rethinking Decay Removal with Dr. Melissa Seibert
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alan welcomes back Dr. Melissa Seibert to talk about caries removal. While academics and researchers don't find the idea of incomplete caries removal ...
Very Clinical: People Hear What They Want To Hear
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this throwback episode of the Very Clinical podcast Zach and Kevin talk about verbal skills and patient communication. Show Topics: Office Holid...
AME: Holiday Chaos and Smart Choices
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is back after a month of exciting crossovers on the Very Dental Podcast Network! He dives into his holiday craziness (tuba concerts galore!), ref...
Very Dental: Dr. Mike Mansell Becomes a Civilian
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Alan catches up with Dr. Mike Mansell, who recently retired from the Army after a 24-year career in military dentistry. The conversat...
Very Clinical: Tissue Management for Fun and Profit with Mo
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The crossover content keeps on coming! Kevin and Zack welcome Mo back to talk about how to manage tissue for that beautiful crown prep you're doing! ...
Very Dental Student: How to Prep a Crown with Zach and Kevin
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mohamed continues the epic crossover event with the Very Clinical guys, Zach and Kevin. Today they talk about the quintessential dental appointment......
Very Dental: Getting Out of Your Own Way with Dr. Martin Mendelson
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alan welcomes back Dr. Martin Mendelsohn to the podcast for a conversation about getting out of your own way. The discussion revolves around the im...
Very Clinical: Teaching Mo Anterior Composite
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing with the crossover event of the century, Kevin and Zach welcome Mohamed Abo-Basha, host of the Very Dental Student podcast back to talk abo...
Very Dental Student: Kevin and Zach Extract!
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mohamed is joined once again for some crossover goodness by the Very Clinical guys...Zach and Kevin! The trio shares personal anecdotes from thei...