DM A Dentist

There are many team members that make up a dental office. This is Part 2 of our three part series on “Who’s Who in the Dental Office”. This week we talk to two dental assistants as they share what its like being a dental assistant. They answer some of your most pressing questions and share some fun stories. Tune in as Roxy and Diego join us on the show and share some insight into the wor...

The Olympic Games have dominated TV screens for the past few weeks and sadly have come to an end. The US pulled off the win with medal count, but tied China for number of gold medals. Gold is so coveted, but did you know dentists have been using gold to restore teeth longer than the Olympic Games have been using gold to signify victory? Yep. You heard that right. In this episode Dr. Mike...

In this episode Dr. Rusty and Dr. Mike round up all the DMs you all have sent in. They hit the topics of “waterpik vs string floss” to “can I rinse my mouth with urine” (yes someone really sent that question in). And that goes to say…if you ask it…they’ll answer it. So tune in, this episode is a wild ride.

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Root canals are often associated with pain. And…we get it…15 years ago, dentistry was still thought of as a painful experience. Many of you may still view a trip to the dentist as a painful experience…But, Dr. Mike and Dr. Rusty are here to tell you root canals have come a long way.

So for this episode, we wanted to talk about root canals: what they are and why we do them. Dr. Mike and D...

By now, we have all seen the “Hawk Tuah” girl. So why don’t we talk about saliva and what it does for you? Just so we’re all on the same page: saliva does a lot more than you think. In this episode, Dr. Mike and Dr. Rusty talk about all things saliva: the good, the bad, and the ugly. They finally answer the question that’s on everyone’s mind (apparently, because we’ve received SO many me...

Did you know that your dentist checks for oral cancer during your exam? Do you know if Zyn, chewing tobacco, or cigarettes can contribute to your risk of developing oral cancer? Today’s guest episode welcomes Jack, whose great questions prompt a discussion on the risks of various forms of nicotine consumption, which have the potential to cause oral cancer, gum recession, tooth staining, ...

Last week we talked about the various positions that make up a dental office. There were quite a few followup questions asking us to expand on some of the job descriptions. So, we decided to start a series of “who’s who in the dental office”. This will be a 3 part series and we are starting off strong with the business team. This week Bonnie Kost is joining us and talking about all thing...

There are many team members that make up a dental office. Dr. Mike and Dr. Rusty had quite a few DMs last week asking about the roles certain people in the dental office have (SPOILER: no, we do not call our dental assistants nurses). So, tune in as we talk about who's who in the dental office.

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Women did not earn the right to vote until 1920. Let that sink in and listen to Dr. Rusty and Dr. Mike discuss a recent speech given by Harrison Butker AND interview their first podcast guest!!!! Dr. Liu talks about her experiences being a woman in a male-dominated field and a little bit about her educational background. So, if you like football, but also care about women's rights, this ...

In this episode Dr. Rusty and Dr. Mike discuss the growing trend of "at home healthcare"...most notably veneer techs and their infiltration into cosmetic dentistry. They also dive into the best way to take care of your teeth; from the proper way to floss, to the correct order of operations for your oral health routine. And yes, the order does matter...so tune in for some dental chat with...

No one likes tooth sensitivity....we get it. In this episode, Dr. Rusty and Dr. Mike discuss why some people experience tooth sensitivity as well as ways to prevent it. They also dive into what to expect after a dental procedure as it pertains to sensitivity and when to seek help from your dentist. And yes, for some reason Taylor Swift is involved.

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Do you love this sh**? Are you high right now? Do you ever get nervous? Are you single? I heard you..Okay, that's enough of that. But these are really questions that Dr. Rusty and Dr. Mike ask their dental patients if they are nervous about their dental visits and are considering sedation. This episode breaks down the different types of sedation Dr. Rusty and Dr. Mike do in their practic...

This is a brief introduction to DM a Dentist, where Dr. Mike and Dr. Rusty are working hard to change the stigma surrounding dentistry. Give this trailer a quick listen to see if this podcast is a good fit for you, and submit all your questions at the links below to be featured on future episodes.

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Welcome to DM a Dentist! We're so excited you're here. In this episode, you'll meet Dr. Rusty and Dr. Mike and get to know a little of their backgrounds and goals for this podcast. They discuss where they attended dental school, how they met, and where they are now. They also discuss common reasons people avoid going to the dentist, as well as ways they help patients get the care they ne...