The Dental Handoff
Let’s stop using the wrong end of the toothbrush! This show is about passing you the knowledge, the habits, the systems and the strategies to lead your teams, lean on your tech, and listen to your gut, while you take care of teeth, and let’s get honest, the overall health, of our communities. By identifying the gaps, recognizing the plaque and extracting the truth with other experts in the field we will share their stories, empower you to own yours, and elevate your passion in the process. Show topics to include: Education, Tech, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Communication, Connection and Confidence
Episodes
In this week's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to Dr. Ashley Lerman!
Dr. Ashley Lerman is the visionary pediatric dentist mom behind Firstgrin. Known across the digital world as @MommyPediatricDentist, her unique blend of professional pediatric dentistry and real-world parenting insights form the cornerstone of Firstgrin's mission.
Dr. Lerman's dedication to transforming the global narrative around cavities—th...
In this week's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to Susan Wingrove!
Susan Wingrove BS, RDH. Dynamic innovator, writer, researcher, and international speaker. 2016 RDH Hygienist Award of Distinction and 2022 Western Society of Periodontology Hygiene Educator of the year recipient.
Member of the ADHA, IFDH, and WSP. Highly skilled researcher, contributor to multiple product developments, instrument co-designer of ...
In this week's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to the Dr. Louis Kaufman!
Dr. Louis Kaufman is a 1995 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Dentistry, integrates clinical excellence, education, and research to provide comprehensive, patient-focused care. A Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, he is recognized nationally for advancing the profession through lectures, publications, and leadershi...
In this week's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to the CEO and Founder of Dental Entrepreneur Media, Anne Duffy!
Anne is on a mission to shake up the dental world by building powerhouse communities. Through Dental Entrepreneur: The Future of Dentistry and DeW Life magazines, along with digital platforms, podcasts, and retreats, she’s uniting influencers to share their stories and spark change. With the launch of...
In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to Dr. Laura Schmindt!
Dr. Laura Schwindt, a dentist and entrepreneur, empowers high-achieving professionals to achieve sustainable success through holistic well-being. Co-founder of The Mint Door and the Mint Method Wellness Program, she offers life coaching grounded in certifications in Heroic Performance Coaching, Trauma-Informed Coaching, Somatics and Mi...
In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist, Tam Patel!
Entrepreneurship and operations have always come naturally to Tam. After earning her B.S. in dental hygiene, she spent years providing clinical care and building strong teams in private practices.
Her passion for leadership led her to pursue an MBA and move into multi-unit healthcare operations, where she helped grow b...
In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to Thomas Viola!
With over 30 years’ experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker and published author, Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. has earned his national and international reputation as the go-to specialist for making pharmacology practical and useful for all members of the dental team.
Tom has presented over 1000 infor...
In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist, Deborah Daniel!
Registered Dental Hygienist since 2004 in Ontario, Canada, Deborah holds a Masters in Health Administration from the University of Toronto as well as project management, Lean and Change management certifications.
Deborah has been working in health administration roles across the health care system in hospital, lab...
In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the dental handoff to the returning Dr. Uche Odiatu!
Dr. Uche Odiatu is a Toronto dentist, author, international lecturer, NSCA Cert Personal Trainer, Cert Yoga instructor and a professional member of the American College of Sports Medicine.
Dr. Uche joins Dr. Kelly today to reveal his "3 As" that will magically turn around your chairside experience. Enjoy!
Connect with Dr. Uche...In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist, Melia Lewis!
Melia Lewis is a dedicated clinical dental hygiene professional with a passion for advancing oral health education and patient care. Currently she practices at Aspen Heights Dental in Highland, UT and is an adjunct professor at Colorado Northwestern Community College.
She is cofounder of Hygiene Edge, an online education platfo...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist, Lisa Mayo!
Lisa Mayo has been an RDH for 25 years, dental hygiene professor and program director for 13 years, and international CE speaker for 20 years. She is highly published with a full-length textbook entitled Power Instrumentation for the Dental Professional that has been adopted in almost 50% of dental hygiene program in North America...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist, Hannah Neumann!
Hannah Neumann, RDH, attended Lane Community College, where she received her associate’s degree in dental hygiene in 2011. After working as a clinical dental hygienist for over 10 years, she returned to school and graduated in 2024 with her Bachelor of Science at the Oregon Institute of Technology, with a dental hygiene major...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist, Dr. Hugh Flax!
Dr. Hugh Flax is a leading expert in cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and implantology and the creator of “proactive dentistry”. Proactive dentistry is the practice of helping patients increase longevity and quality of life utilizing predictive markers in dentistry. Through digital dentistry, Dr. Flax gives patients...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist, Nicole Fortune!
Nicole is a registered dental hygienist who has extensive experience in periodontics, providing non-surgical and preventative care. She is a recognized expert in training dental hygienists in areas of periodontics, including dental endoscopy, laser assisted hygiene care and dental implants.
Nicole has delivered multiple educ...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist, Tama Martello!
With over 36 years of experience in the dental industry, Tama has a comprehensive background that began at her father's dental practice, where she started at the front desk. Her career progressed as she became a licensed dental assistant and later completed dental hygiene school. For the past 28 years, she has been a licensed ...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to the returning Charo Earle!
Charo has been in the dental industry since 1999 where she has held leadership positions in private practices, DSO's, and GPO's. Currently she is a Dental Officer and COO of a privately owned group dental organization in Michigan.
Charo enjoys her roles by leading and partnering with Operations and Clinical Leaders to train, develop, and ...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to TERESA DUNCAN!
Teresa Duncan's career passion has been focusing on insurance & management issues. She is the author of "Moving Your Patients to Yes: Easy Insurance Conversations" and has contributed annually to the ADA’s CDT Companion Guide.
Her podcasts ‘Nobody Told Me That!’ and ‘Chew On This’ are resources for dental leaders. Teresa received her Master’s Deg...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to Dr. Marc Liechtung!
A pioneer in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, the host of Dentistry Beyond the Numbers, and the inventor of Snap-On Smile. Dr. Marc graduated from The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. His interest in restorative and cosmetic dentistry led him to invent the Snap-On Smile multi-purpose restorative appliance.
In addition to ...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist Rachell Wall!
Rachel Wall, RDH is CEO and Founder of Inspired Hygiene, a coaching firm focused on elevating hygiene services, systems and profits. Inspired Hygiene strives to help dental teams achieve a triple win with healthier patients, empowered, engaged hygienists and a profitable practice.
Rachel is an award-winning educator and has spe...
In today's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist Brooke Sergent!
Brooke is a 20 year dental hygiene vet working in private practice. She served on the Colgate Oral Heath Advisory Board and organized a Bright Smiles Bright Future event in her town.
She is an inaugural writer for Today's RDH where she not only publishes monthly articles but also has published several continuing education cou...
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