Ain't That the Tooth

Ain't That the Tooth

A biweekly podcast by the South Florida District Dental Association where we take you into our dental community with perspectives on all kinds of topics in and out of dentistry.

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March 25, 2026 29 mins

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What makes dentistry so incredible? The options! You can be incredibly successful whether you build, buy, or associate long-term. The key is understanding which path is best for you.  Join us today as Dr. David Rice, CEO and founder of IgniteDDS, provides valuable insight into your options. Dr. Rice will delve deeper into this subject at the South Florida District Dental Association's Tri-Affiliate event, March...

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Join us today in a frank discussion with Drs. Chris Bulnes and James Wilson on the future of dentistry. Their article, titled the same as this podcast episode, appeared in the West Coast District Dental Association's Check-Up, its monthly newsletter, and in the ADA's Morning Huddle. It delivers a cautionary tale important for dentists today.

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Today, we focus on planning and organizing participation in Dentist Day on the Hill, an advocacy event organized by the Florida Dental Association that brings dentists to the Capitol to educate legislators on dental issues. Jamie Graves, FDA Governmental Affairs Coordinator, joins to provide details on the why, what, when, and where. From logistics and scheduling meetings with legislators to the importance of buildi...

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Meet ADA Commons, the digital repository that collects and preserves national, state, and local publications and research for the dental community. If you’ve never heard of it, here is your chance to learn more about it with Digital Archivist & Publishing Librarian, Alisun DeKock, and Ellen Thieme, Digital Archives Assistant, ADA Library & Archives - and you might consider archiving your essential documents ...

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Joining us today is Dr. Melissa Meincken, of the Miami Children's Surgery Center. The center is part of the Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers across the United States. They provide an extension of dental procedures to dentists in working with special needs pediatric patients. She will explain how they work hand in hand with dentists in the community to provide services for their patients.

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Joining us today is the Executive Director of the Florida Dental Association, Drew Eason. Listen to this frank discussion on the American Dental Association’s challenge to stay relevant and why its existence is necessary.

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Today, we speak with Dr. Bert Hughes, Secretary of the Florida Dental Association. Dr. Hughes speaks frankly about his experience and the path for minority dentists from dental school to practicing to taking up the mantle of leadership in organized dentistry.

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July 23, 2025 48 mins

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Meet the Phanords, a father and twin sons dental trio who place family values, community, and mentorship at the top of their priorities, creating a welcoming environment for their patients as well as future dentists. Listen as Dr. Roger Phanord and his sons, Drs. Kevin and Kyle Phanord discuss opening their practice to aspiring dentists and providing a space where they can grow.  Find them on Instagram and Facebook ...

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Today, our guest, Dr. Muhalab Al Sammarrie, will share his experiences and how he learned to work through difficult conversations. By listening to himself and opening up to understanding others, he will offer a series of thoughts and ideas that help difficult conversations end with better outcomes.

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Today, we're talking with the FDA's Chief Legislative Officer, Joe Ann Hart, and Lobbyist, Brandon Edmonston, about fluoridation and how removing it from the water is being addressed in our county commission offices and the state legislature. We also talk about how you can become involved in helping to understand why it's vital to keep fluoride in our community's water.

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Today, we speak with ADA’s Wellness Ambassador for Florida, Dr. Mina Ghorbanifarajzadeh, on mental health and wellness. We’ll discuss the Florida Dental Association’s Healthy Dentist – Member Assistance Program. Its initiatives and key goals in addressing such a critical topic in the dental profession today. From reducing the stigma in licensure and credentialing in mental health matters to building support systems ...

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This past election cycle brought many changes to the political scene in Florida.  Join us today as Joe Anne Hart, Chief Legislative Officer of the Florida Dental Association, talks about the upcoming legislative season and what to expect. You don't want to miss this one!

To learn more about Dentist Day on the Hill or become more involved as a Legislative Contact Dentist, click on the link: https://www....

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November 6, 2024 11 mins

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Nos acompaña hoy Elizabeth Martínez, vicepresidenta regional de Practice Solutions; Oficial de Desarrollo de Negocios en Bank of America. Hablaremos sobre algunos de los aspectos básicos que debe considerar y esperar al comprar su primera consulta dental.

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November 6, 2024 21 mins

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Joining us today is Elizabeth Martinez, Vice President, Practice Solutions Regional, Business Development Officer at Bank of America.  We will discuss some of the basics to consider and expect when purchasing your first dental practice. 

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October 16, 2024 38 mins

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Dr. Timothy Quirt joins us today to discuss the advantages of being a supported doctor with Heartland Dental. We discuss the support systems and resources available to help dentists thrive, as well as opportunities for professional growth, innovation, and enhanced patient care.



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Join us today for a conversation with Dr. Sergio Jacas and his wife, Stephanie. The journey from graduation to marriage, raising a family, and owning two practices is enlightening and inspiring. It is a remarkable story of mutual support and family values. Dr. Jacas even finds time to serve organized dentistry as a member of the Atlantic Coast District Dental Association delegation to the Florida Dental Association.

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September 11, 2024 45 mins

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Today, we talked with one of our ADA bloggers, Dr. Jarod Johnson, about our emotional well-being and knowing that we are not alone. There is no shame in getting the help you need to weather life’s storms and come out feeling and doing better. Resources like the Well-Being Index on the ADA’s website can help you get started. Websites such as Hope for Today - www.hftd.org provide information to help start the conversa...

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June 26, 2024 42 mins

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Join us today as we welcome back Joe Anne Hart, Chief Legislative Officer of the Florida Dental Association. She reviews the successful legislative session and the FDA's home runs achieved for the betterment of the dental profession and patients' well-being.

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You've been chugging along getting your degree and finally attaining your dream, but the cost of that education is something else. Today, we speak with Dr. Brittany Vacura, who did the homework to figure out how to get control of her student loan debt and loves sharing her insights with others. 

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April 24, 2024 40 mins

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Join us for a lively conversation on communication and creating rapport. ADA New Dentist blogger Dr.Anubhuti Misra shares her insight into storytelling and how it positively affects the day-to-day interactions with her patients, staff, and the community.

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