The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast: Shining a Light on Orthodontist Innovators
Are you an orthodontist looking to improve patient care and grow your practice? Welcome to The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast, where we shine a light on the brightest minds and latest innovations transforming the specialty of orthodontics. Hosted by Dr. Chris Cetta, this podcast features in-depth conversations with industry leaders, uncovering the latest dental technologies, business strategies, and treatment innovations shaping the future of our profession. Tune in to: •Explore cutting-edge advancements in digital orthodontics and custom appliances •Gain expert insights on practice efficiency and patient experience •Learn from top innovators who are redefining the future of orthodontic care Ready to take your practice to the next level? Start by listening to a fan-favorite Ep. 8: Dr. John Pham and explore the cutting edge of orthodontic innovation today!
Episodes
Why do so many adults trust their child’s orthodontist—but go elsewhere for their own treatment?
In today’s episode, we’re live from the AAO Winter Meeting with Dr. Amy Jackson, a board-certified orthodontist, practice leader, and founder of Retainers for Life. If you’re an orthodontist juggling retention headaches, staff challenges, or patient drop-off after debond, this conversation is a goldmine. Amy shares her journe...
Orthodontist Dr. Paul Trotter is an innovator who has built his practice around efficiency, helping elevate his father’s well-established office in Augusta, Georgia. By integrating custom braces and digital workflows, Paul has streamlined patient care while optimizing clinical outcomes — all while maintaining an exceptional patient experience.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- How Paul optimized efficiency after his father’s r...
Orthodontist Dr. Barry Glaser has been practicing for over 30 years, treating patients at his practice in Westchester County, NY just outside of New York City. A student of the late, great Dr. Tony Gianelly, Barry transitioned to aligner therapy in the late 2000s and has since become a globally recognized Invisalign® Faculty Member and a trusted educator in the field.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Barry’s evolution from b...
Orthodontist Dr. Rooz Khosravi practices in Sammamish and Bellevue, WA where he leads two fully digital clinics called PORTH, Personalized Orthodontics. Rooz is widely recognized for embracing cutting-edge aligner technologies and innovative digital workflows to advance patient-centered care.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Rooz’s global journey from his early days in his mother’s dental practice to becoming an As...
Orthodontist Dr. Jeremy Manuele practices in Las Vegas, NV and is known for his commitment to educating colleagues on innovative treatment modalities. With his MARPE 360 course, Jeremy has developed a comprehensive learning platform for orthodontists interested in advanced miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Jeremy’s journey from his Las Vegas roots and military service to becomi...
Orthodontist Dr. Mike DeLuke is a third-generation dental professional who built a thriving practice in Upstate New York, only to later pivot toward a career in academia and orthodontic consulting. He now shares his passion for clinical efficiencies, practice management, and airway orthodontics through his DeLuke Orthodontic Coaching (DOC) platform.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Mike’s decision to phase down his successful...
Orthodontist Dr. Claudia Pinter practices in Vienna, Austria and is known for her clinical excellence with aligners as well as her passion for orthodontic education.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Claudia’s early life in Austria and her unique journey into the specialty of orthodontics
- The importance of clinical photography as a tool for case reflection and improvement
- Claudia’s expertise with Spark Aligners by Ormco and why ...
Dr. Alyssa Emory-Carter is an innovative orthodontist recognized for her early adoption of orthodontic technologies and her leadership in cultivating a culture of excellence within her practice.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Alyssa’s upbringing in Sherman, TX and her journey into orthodontics
- The features & benefits of Spark Aligners by Ormco
- Alyssa’s use of DentalMonitoring, including dynamic scheduling and in-app commu...
Orthodontist Dr. Krystian Jarosz is a highly skilled clinician with a passion for the academic side of the specialty and is known for his innovative and cost-effective clinical pearls.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- The journey of Krystian’s family from Poland in pursuit of the American Dream
- How Krystian acquired Skylands Orthodontics and considerations for purchasing a practice vs. a start-up
- Alternative aligner systems, in...
Dr. Kyle Fagala is a well-known speaker, podcast host and orthodontic thought leader who practices at Saddle Creek Orthodontics outside of Memphis, TN.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Kyle’s upbringing in Arkansas and his journey into orthodontics
- How Kyle and his wife Anna established a thriving practice together
- The story behind Kyle co-founding the marketing company Neon Canvas, blending orthodontic expertise with digital s...
A roundtable discussion on the future of the orthodontic profession with innovators Dr. Brandon Owen, Dr. Melanie Wang & Dr. Jason Cope. This special episode was recorded in front of a live audience during the Ortho Innovation Summit in Austin, TX.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- The guests’ favorite aspects of the Ortho Innovation Summit
- The benefits and challenges of adopting a digital workflow
- What orthodontic technolog...
Innovative orthodontist Dr. Jared Gianquinto is known for integrating an orthodontic digital workflow into his practice in Bakersfield, CA.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Jared’s upbringing in California and his educational journey to the East Coast
- Jared’s involvement with the US Navy aboard the USS Ronald Regan aircraft carrier
- What prompted Jared to return to Bakersfield to establish Gianquinto OrthoArts
- How Jared became an...
Dr. Neal Kravitz is a highly respected orthodontist and innovative thought-leader who practices outside of Washington, D.C.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Neal’s upbringing in Northern Virginia as the son of a dermatologist
- His involvement with the AAO, ABO and Angle Society
- How Neal became the Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO)
- A few of his top clinical & life pearls
- Neal’s perspective on some r...
Orthodontist Dr. Sheldon Salins practices in San Francisco, CA and is a self-proclaimed & unabashed tooth nerd who is known for his magnetic personality.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Sheldon’s educational adventure which took him from East Coast to West Coast
- How Sheldon went from associate to practice owner with the help of his mentors
- How he grew his practice with online reviews despite the Great Recession
- The story be...
Orthodontist Dr. Tim Dumore practices in Winnipeg, Canada and is recognized for being an innovator of new orthodontic technologies.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- How Tim was part of the Alpha Group for Invisalign & development group for Ortho2
- Why Tim got involved with the Seattle Study Club
- How Tim was an early adopter of uLab Systems & LightForce
- How Tim recently partnered with Corus Orthodontists
- Tim’s dental missio...
Dr. Chad Foster is a highly respected orthodontist who practices in Phoenix, AZ and is the Editor of OrthoTown.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- The influence of Chad’s entrepreneurial Grandpa and Mom on his journey
- Chad’s transition from corporate orthodontics to owning his own private practice, Butterfly Orthodontics
- How Chad got involved with Orthotown and recently became the Editor
- The importance of sharing comprehensiv...
Innovative orthodontist Dr. Bill Dischinger practices outside of Portland, Oregon and is a speaker for Ormco’s Spark aligners and DentalMonitoring.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- How Bill followed in the footsteps of his renowned father Dr. Terry Dischinger, eventually forging his own path as an innovator
- How the Dischingers developed the AdvancSync™ Herbst appliance
- The Dischingers involvement with Damon™ braces
- What inspired...
Dr. David Boschken is a forward-thinking orthodontist from Silicon Valley who has remained at the forefront of orthodontic technology for over 20 years.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Dave’s educational journey that took him to UPENN and the UK
- How Dave was an early adopter of Invisalign and became a faculty member for Align Technology
- How practicing in Silicon Valley influenced Dave’s digital transformation journey
- Dave...
Orthodontist Dr. Jacquee Schieck practices in Northfield, MN and is a literal rockstar as the co-vocalist & bass player for Relapse.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Jacquee’s upbringing in Sioux Falls, SD
- How she started her practice, Schieck Orthodontics, from scratch while raising her growing family
- Jacquee’s journey into personal development & leadership coaching
- Why she decided to recently partner with Smile Doctors
- ...
Dr. Bill Layman is an orthodontist in Clearwater, FL who applies his MBA knowledge to help orthodontists understand important business decisions for their practices.
On this episode, you’ll learn about:
- How Bill attended the Citadel and served in the Army’s 82nd Airborne prior to attending dental school
- How he went on to earn his MBA degree from UPenn’s Wharton School of Business
- Bill’s make-buy analysis for in-house aligner fabric...
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