Dentistry Uncensored With Howard Farran

Howard recently gave a virtual lecture to the McGill University Dental Practice Management Club about the current state of dentistry and understanding the business side of the profession. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Thomas Nabors has been creating some of the most beautiful smiles in Nashville for over 20 years. He is one of less than 420 accredited cosmetic dentists in the world. He has been a teacher and lecturer for cosmetic and total health dentistry all over the United States and was a co-founder of the first laboratory in the U.S. dedicated to salivary diagnostics, OralDNA Labs. He is a leader in emerging field of tele-density, creating a simplified approach to getting low stress, common sense dental health care advice, virtually. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Hamid R. Abedi, DDS, MS, MBA, earned his dental degree from The Royal London Hospital, in 1991; his MS in the Endodontic Specialty at Loma Linda University in 1995; and his MBA from UC Irvine. Dr. Abedi is an Assistant Professor at Loma Linda University, Department of Endodontics. He enjoys teaching endodontics and has lectured extensively in his specialty field both in the United States and abroad. He has served on the Professional Standards, Peer Review, and Ethics Committees for the American Association of Endodontics. Dr. Abedi still works 10-15 days a month chairside. Thomas comes to Cornerstone with over 36 years in the health care industry. Most recently Thomas was the Senior Leader of all Specialties and Hygiene at Pacific Dental Services for 10 years. He also held Sr. Executive Positions at Nobel Biocare. Thomas holds a bachelor’s degree in health care management from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and Advanced Certificates from Harvard in Leadership and Corporate Strategy. He is a member el

Dr. Travis Campbell is a full-time practicing dentist. He started his practice from scratch after graduating from Baylor College of Dentistry (2009) and has grown this single dentist practice to be in the top 1% in the country. Having made the typical mistakes as a new business owner, he has worked diligently to learn how to become a highly capable business owner. He has a passion for helping others avoid the typical dental business pitfalls and become highly successful business owners, in addition to being Doctors. While Dr. Campbell has become well known for his knowledge/experience in dental business management and efficiency, he is best known for his understanding of dental insurance. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Ivan is a prosthodontist and Implant Surgeon. After graduating from dental school in 2013 at University of the Pacific in San Francisco, he completed an additional 3-year residency at the University of Michigan where he learned most of his advanced techniques for dental implants. He has published a popular book, The All on X Handbook, which is a comprehensive, no-nonsense, overview of the All on X procedure from start to finish. In the past he has worked as a ‘travelling implant guy’ for many offices, and currently maintains a private practice limited to implants. Above all, Dr. Ivan’s favorite job is teaching others how to place dental implants and sharing his techniques and mistakes through his own company, Implant Ninja. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Angela received her formal education in Puerto Rico, giving her the education to become bilingual in English and Spanish. Angela was raised in Maryland and relocated to Arizona for a Dental Consulting firm that wanted to put her Spanish skills to use. Who knew that moving over 2,000 miles away from home would lead her to find her passion-filled career? Angela was always been aware that she was destined to help people—she has defined this career path she is on as her purpose. Her mission allows her to help Dentists grow both their practice and team to a level of success they have only dreamed of. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Jim Erpenbach is a native of Tennessee. He attended The University of Tennessee Knoxville for his BS in Cell Biology. He attended the University of Tennessee Memphis for his DDS. He has maintained a general private practice in Knoxville since 1982. Because he feels life is a journey and we should all strive for constant and never ending improvement, he averages between 125 to 150 hours continuing education a year. His main focus since 2006 has been in the area of Biomimetic (tooth conserving) dentistry where he keeps up with some of the most current worldwide research related to restorative techniques. These studies have helped him develop an understanding and appreciation for the OralSystemic link of how the oral health can impact overall health as related especially to heart attack, stroke and diabetes. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Marie-Laure received an Engineering degree from one of the highest Grand Ecole in France and later went on to receive her MBA. She has spent the last 30 years in the global pharmaceutical industry, focusing on large American and European companies such as Pfizer and Merck. Passionate about global health, Marie-Laure made the jump to the dental landscape in 2014 with the hope that her leadership would drive innovation and improve overall dental care for all. After a successful 5 year run as CEO & President of Acteon Group, Marie-Laure set her sights on 3DISC, becoming their newest CEO, President and Shareholder. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Michelle Lee was named OSAP’s Executive Director in July 2018. Michelle came to OSAP with more than 30 years of dental and healthcare staffing and experience with team development training. Prior to OSAP, Michelle worked at DDS Staffing Resources Inc, beginning as a recruiter in 1988 before being promoted to Vice President in 1991. In 2007, Michelle purchased the firm, serving as president and CEO until successfully selling and merging the business with Avery Partners in 2012. She remained with Avery Partners as President of the staffing division until 2017. Michelle is passionate about OSAP’s mission to be the leading provider of infection prevention and control education, training, and credentialing that supports safe dental visits. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Howard recently joined Dr. Sonny Spera on the Fee For Service Podcast for an in-depth discussion on the business of dentistry. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Timothy L. Ricks, D.M.D., M.P.H., F.I.C.D., currently serves as the 19th Chief Dental Officer of the U.S. Public Health Service as well as Assistant Surgeon General. He serves as the Surgeon General’s spokesperson on oral health and interacts with chief dental officers from other countries, with military chief dental officers, with leaders in organized dentistry, with state oral health programs, and much more. He is currently overseeing the development of the second-ever Surgeon General’s Report on Oral Health. Rear Adm. Ricks has served in the U.S. Public Health Service for over 21 years. Prior to this service, he was an associate dentist, independent contractor, and sole proprietor, and he also served as a military police officer in the Army National Guard. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Nathan Kupperman is a 32 year-old, Florida native, who enjoys surfing and traveling the world. He graduated from Florida State University in 2011 with a Bachelor’s of Science degree and earned his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry in 2015. He then worked as a frontline clinician in nearly a dozen offices after he graduated dental school prior to his current practice ownership. Through these clinical experiences, he has encountered various leadership and team dynamics and has aimed to form a collaborative work culture in his own practice that helps elevate dentists and increase the quality of clinical outcomes and patient care. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Kurt Hoffman is an orthodontist who has been practicing in the Kansas City Metro area for the past 26 years. Kurt was lucky enough to practice with his father, Bill for ten years until his retirement. Kurt has been an Associate Clinical Professor of Orthodontics at UMKC Dental School from 2010 thru 2020. Kurt is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and Chief Medical Officer of AlignFlow. Kurt and his wife Susan have two grown children and enjoy spending time with their three dogs and traveling when there is not a pandemic. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Howard joins real estate developer Austin Hair on the Real Estate Secrets Podcast to talk about the business of dentistry, knowing your patient demographics, choosing the right location for your office, and more. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Ami was born and raised in Togo, a French speaking country in West Africa. She moved to the States as a high school student, and received her undergrad degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). She later received her DDS degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN. She loves to serve and has been involved in doing missionary works since her childhood; having a heart for people is all she grew up to know. She has served as a board member and a co-founder for 2 different non-profit organizations: CleanH20forTogo, which builds wells and provides clean water in remote villages, and TogoMission, which focuses on orphan sponsorship and cares for orphans until they turn 18. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Caroline Clerisme is a general dentist in Manchester, NH. Dr. Clerisme received her doctorate degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. She is the CEO of Doctors out of Debt and the founder of the Doctors out of Debt Group on Facebook, a platform to help doctors get out of debt and create generational wealth. Dr. Clerisme graduated from dental school in 2011 and had a total of $250,000 in student loans and was able to pay everything off in 4.5 years. She has been helping and coaching doctors how to have similar results and create generational wealth. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Yan Kalika, DMD, MS is a certified specialist in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. He is an active member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontics, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontics and the San Francisco Dental Society. Dr. Kalika received his dental degree from Harvard School of Dental Medicine in 1998. He completed his orthodontic training at the University of California at San Francisco where he received a specialty certificate in orthodontics and facial orthopedics and a master’s degree in oral biology. He is committed to providing quality orthodontic treatment while exceeding patients and parents’ expectations. He is also international master in chess, and applies those critical thinking skills in his practice. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Guillaume Gardon-Mollard graduated from the Université d’Auvergne in 2003. He earned a post graduate degree in Prosthodontics from the University of Paris. He’s also a graduate from the Kois Center in Seattle. He practices in Tours, France where he maintains a general practice focusing on global treatment planning, combining periodontal, restorative, occlusal and esthetic treatments. He also trains students, as a visiting professor at the Tours’ University Hospital. He writes a blog started in 2013 www.thedentalist.fr where he shares clinical & communication tips as well as philosophical ideas and many reading suggestions. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Orthodontist Dr. Ann Marie Gorczyca is in private practice at Gorczyca Orthodontics, Antioch, California. She is author of the books "It All Starts with Marketing - 201 Marketing Tips for Growing a Dental Practice" and "Beyond the Morning Huddle - HR Management for a Successful Dental Practice." She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and member of the Angle Society. Dr. Gorczyca is a graduate of Wellesley College, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, and Harvard School of Public Health. She completed her advanced orthodontic residency and received a Masters of Science in Oral Biology from Northwestern University. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

John Sanchez started his career working in public accounting in 1994. After a few years, he ventured into private business working in Controllership and CFO roles. In 2010, John launched his own firm (John A Sanchez & Company) with the objective to provide CFO level insight for business owners unable to hire one full-time. Typical engagements include tax advisory, accounting/Controller services, cash flow planning & CFO management services. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com