Ep. 10 Orthodontic Ghosts of Christmas Past, Dr. Mike DeLuke

The podcast transcript features a conversation between two speakers, Stacy and Mike. They discuss the importance of dentists triaging and identifying at-risk patients who may need orthodontic interventions.
The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration between medical and dental professionals and the importance of advocating for patient care. The speakers discuss the resistance some orthodontists have towards early intervention and the stigma associated with it. They also mention the lack of research and studies on the effectiveness of certain treatments.
The conversation highlights the role of general dentists in providing care for young patients when orthodontists may not be willing to do so. The speakers share personal experiences and success stories to support their arguments. The podcast emphasizes the changing landscape of dentistry and the need for professionals to adapt and embrace new approaches.
Overall, the conversation aims to raise awareness and encourage collaboration to provide comprehensive care for patients.

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Chapters:

00:03 - Importance of advocating for care
07:17 - Orthodontic airway controversy
27:11 - Stigma against early treatment
42:17 - Challenging claims in orthodontics
51:53 - Improving airway through treatment
01:09:43 - Caring for patients' well-being


OrthoTown article from June 2023: https://www.nxtbook.com/farran/orthotown/orthotown-june-2023/index.php?startid=54#/p/54

OrthoTown article from Nov 2023: https://www.nxtbook.com/farran/orthotown/orthotown-november-2023/index.php?startid=52#/p/52


LEARNINGS:

What is the purpose of the podcast?
The purpose of the podcast is to provide actionable insights and a supportive community to empower listeners with information about sleep and airway health.

What was the recent event discussed in the podcast?
The recent event discussed in the podcast was a conference called 'Winds of Change' in St. Louis, Missouri, focused on the importance of airway health.

What is the main message of the podcast?
The main message of the podcast is that there is a growing awareness and importance of addressing sleep and airway health and that dental professionals can play a crucial role in identifying and treating related issues.