S1 E1: Finding a better way to fix teeth

Sep 3, 2024

Six Lessons Podcast Overview

Purpose

  • Aim: To help dentists improve their practice.
  • Host: Experienced dentist with 44 years in the field.

Background & Motivation

  • Early Influence: Inspired by Bob Heath at a dental school graduation.
  • Family Influence: Interest in science, particularly microbiology and chemistry, influenced by family background.
  • Education Path:
    • Pre-dental at Brigham Young University.
    • Majored in microbiology; minor in chemistry.
    • Importance of organic chemistry for dental school entry.

Key Experiences & Challenges

  • Pre-Dental Education:
    • Shadowing experiences (e.g., Dr. Niles Herod, oral surgeon).
    • Challenges in organic chemistry but motivated by career aspirations.
  • Dental School:
    • Family challenges impacted specialization plans.
    • Graduated from the University of the Pacific.

Professional Journey

  • Navy Practice:
    • Served at Marine Corps base with specialties exposure.
  • Private Practice:
    • Early career frustrations with traditional methods.
    • Observed failures with traditional restoration methods.

Transition to Adhesive Dentistry

  • Motivation for Change:
    • Discontent with traditional dentistry methods.
    • Exploration of adhesive dentistry introduced by Ray Bertolotti.
  • Breakthrough in Practice:
    • Adoption of adhesive dentistry greatly improved outcomes.
    • Intensive study of adhesive methods and literature.

Academic & Professional Growth

  • Continuous Learning:
    • Extensive research on adhesive dentistry.
    • Developed a system superior to existing methods.
  • Mentorship & Teaching:
    • Began teaching adhesive methods after proving their efficacy.
    • Ongoing mentorship with early adopters of adhesive dentistry.

Podcast Objective

  • Content Structure:
    • Each episode will discuss one of the six lessons.
    • Detailed breakdown and supporting literature.
    • Aim to provide insights and options for further training.

Conclusion

  • Future Episodes: Will delve into the six lessons and bonding techniques.
  • End Note: Encouragement to "Get bonded, stay bonded."