Episode 149: Associate Dentists- Colleagues or Slave Labor?  Featuring Kevin Kwiecien We hear many stories about associates being treated poorly, and also some stories of how the relationship can be amazing.  What separates these two, and how do we foster a positive relationship between owner and associate that results in growth and positivity?  The future of dentistry may depend on getting this right! WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUYS? The Dental Guys podcast is the brainchild project of Wes and Jon. Years ago Wes and Jon met at a continuing education event and immediately started a pas ..read more

Episode 148: AO Annual Meeting Preview with Academy of Osseointegration President Dr. Tara Aghaloo We are excited about the 2022 AO Annual Meeting in San Diego, CA on February 24-26.  Dr. Tara Aghaloo tells us a little bit about what to expect for this exciting meeting featuring some of the world’s foremost experts on dental implants.  We also dive into discussion about the current state of dental education and get into some deep dive conversation about zirconia implants.  Remember, The Dental Guys will be live in San Diego covering the AO Annual Meeting! WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUY ..read more

Episode 147: Strategies for Goal Setting and Practice Management for 2022 with Chris Mahan 2022 could be your biggest year ever, but only if you have goals set and develop a plan to achieve those goals. We discuss how to get there from here! WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUYS? The Dental Guys podcast is the brainchild project of Wes and Jon. Years ago Wes and Jon met at a continuing education event and immediately started a passionate on-going conversation about dentistry. This conversation never ended and instead expanded to become the basis for the podcast! http://www.thedentalguys.net Subscribe to o ..read more

Episode 146: Tax Preparers Vs. Tax Strategists - End of Year Tax Planning with Chris Mahan Are you using a tax preparer that doesn’t know dentistry? Does it matter? We discuss this along with some ideas to minimize your 2021 tax bill. WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUYS? The Dental Guys podcast is the brainchild project of Wes and Jon. Years ago Wes and Jon met at a continuing education event and immediately started a passionate on-going conversation about dentistry. This conversation never ended and instead expanded to become the basis for the podcast! http://www.thedentalguys.net Subscribe to our Podc ..read more

Episode 145: The Right Tools or the Right Training? What is Required for Sinus Lifts? The posterior maxilla is often a frightening place for the novice implant surgeon. What training and tools are necessary to make sinus grafting procedures predictable? Join us and Dr. Kruger to find out! WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUYS? The Dental Guys podcast is the brainchild project of Wes and Jon. Years ago Wes and Jon met at a continuing education event and immediately started a passionate on-going conversation about dentistry. This conversation never ended and instead expanded to become the basis for the podca ..read more

Episode 144: Treating Airway Without a Diagnosis is the Problem- Featuring Michael Gunson and Rebecca Bockow How does orthognathic surgery come into play when orthodontics is not enough to create a healthy airway and occlusion?  What is possible today and where do we begin in assessment and diagnosis?  Bockow and Gunson answer these questions and many more! WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUYS? The Dental Guys podcast is the brainchild project of Wes and Jon. Years ago Wes and Jon met at a continuing education event and immediately started a passionate on-going conversation about dentistry. This ..read more

Episode 143: “Facial Growth and Development- What Can We Influence? Featuring Rebecca Bockow The world of literature and practice in airway focused orthodontics has rapidly been expanding and changing since the last time we talked to Dr. Bockow.  How much does genetics determine jaw and airway size vs. what we can influence?  What should we be evaluating and looking for?  What is still controversial?  We discuss all of this and much more! WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUYS? The Dental Guys podcast is the brainchild project of Wes and Jon. Years ago Wes and Jon met at a continuing edu ..read more

Episode 142: Full Arch Digital Implant Prosthetic Scanning with Mark Ludlow, DMD MS We have waited years for a validated way to do full arch implant prosthetics without an analog impression. Now it is here!  What is it about and what does it mean?  Also, we discuss which scanners to buy NOW! WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUYS? The Dental Guys podcast is the brainchild project of Wes and Jon. Years ago Wes and Jon met at a continuing education event and immediately started a passionate on-going conversation about dentistry. This conversation never ended and instead expanded to become the basis ..read more

Episode 141: It’s Prime Day- How to Create an Excellent Conversion Prosthesis How comfortable are you with creating a full arch implant conversion prosthesis?  We all have to start somewhere with learning this procedure, and whether it is your first one or you are a seasoned veteran, you will hopefully learn something from this episode that will make your day go easier! WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUYS? The Dental Guys podcast is the brainchild project of Wes and Jon. Years ago Wes and Jon met at a continuing education event and immediately started a passionate on-going conversation about dentist ..read more

Episode 139: Materials and Techniques for Bonding and Cementing- 2021 Update There has been a lot of new buzz with scanners hitting the market in the last year. What is new for 2021 and does it change our decision making for purchasing a scanner? We get it straight from the one who may matter most- the dental lab. Brad also tells us about which companies are providing the best support and training. WHO ARE THE DENTAL GUYS? The Dental Guys podcast is the brainchild project of Wes and Jon. Years ago Wes and Jon met at a continuing education event and immediately started a passionate on-going co ..read more