Protrusive Dental Podcast

Why is Dr Tif Qureshi doing Blood Tests for his Patients? Should YOU? – PDP275 Jul 15, 2026 1:02:24 Your patient brushes well, avoids sweets — and still keeps getting decay. What if the answer isn’t in their mouth at all? What if two inexpensive finger-prick tests told you more about a patient’s gum disease and implant prognosis than anything on the radiograph? And here’s the uncomfortable one: if the science is this clear, is not checking starting to look like a medico-legal risk? Especially fo

Mastering Pediatric Dentistry: Pulpotomy and Crown Techniques – PDP274 Jul 8, 2026 56:41 Filling, stainless steel crown, pulpotomy or extraction — how do you actually decide on a deciduous tooth? Why is the lower first primary molar the one that always seems to flare up? When should you reach for silver diamine fluoride instead of the drill — and when is a child’s cooperation telling you to change the plan entirely? And how do you actually do a pulpotomy, step by step, without it blow

Consent in Orthodontics Should Be Individualised – PDP273 Jul 3, 2026 46:31 How good is your consent for orthodontics — really? More adults are having ortho, and more GDPs are providing it. So which risks should you be discussing with every single patient — and which ones depend on the person in the chair? When a case is heading for a big overjet or a tricky rotation, is that a conversation you have at the start, or one you scramble to explain halfway through? And what ac

Thinking About Teaching Dentistry? Here’s What You Need to Know First – IC076 Jul 1, 2026 44:16 Ever fancied teaching dental students part time… but no real idea how you’d actually get in? Are you the kind of person teaching would energise — or quietly drain? Is a PGCert in dental education actually worth it, or just wishy-washy theory? And the honest question nobody asks out loud: does it pay anything? This is an Interference Cast — the non-clinical arm of the podcast — with Dr Rima Hussain

Putting the ENT into dENTistry – PDP272 Jun 24, 2026 1:00:37 Sleep, Airway and Mouth Breathing: An ENT’s Guide for Dentists Could a “normal” sleep study still be missing your patient’s airway problem? Why do women and children with real symptoms keep scoring “mild”? Should a mouth-breathing child see a myofunctional therapist — or an ENT first? And which four questions screen a child for sleep problems in under a minute? The roof of the mouth is the floor o

Your Dental Assistant Can Make or Break You – IC075 Jun 17, 2026 48:34 The most important part of your surgery isn’t plugged in, mounted, or calibrated. It’s the person standing beside you. Have you ever dreaded walking into a beautiful practice with lovely patients — purely because of who you share the surgery with? What do you actually do, in the moment, when your assistant rolls their eyes at a request for rubber dam? And should you be friends with your assistant

Rotary vs Reciprocating Files Part 2 with Samuel Johnson – PDP271 Jun 10, 2026 51:45 Is rotary really better than reciprocating? Can you safely skip the glide path with modern reciprocating systems? What is the best file system for a GDP who wants predictable endodontic results? And perhaps the biggest question of all: does the file system matter as much as we think it does? In Part 2 of the Endo Showdown, Dr Samuel Johnson returns to tackle some of the most common questions denti

Rotary vs Reciprocating Files – The Endo Showdown with Samuel Johnson Part 1 – PDP270 Jun 3, 2026 45:03 Rotary or reciprocating files — which should you actually be using? Is one safer than the other? Does reciprocation really reduce file separation? Are you choosing your system because it suits the canal anatomy, or because it is simply the one you were taught? Endodontic file systems can feel like a maze of brands, tapers, alloys, motions and marketing claims. But beneath all that noise, the real

A Practical Guide to Modern Caries Management Part 2 – Peptides, SDF, Hydroxyapatite and Xeristomia! – PDP269 May 27, 2026 56:47 Should we still be drilling early caries lesions? Where do peptides, resin infiltration, fluoride varnish and SDF actually fit in modern practice? Is hydroxyapatite toothpaste a genuine alternative to fluoride, or just another dental trend? And when you see that suspicious grey occlusal shadow, do you seal it, explore it, or actively surveil it? In part two of this modern caries management episode

A Practical Guide to Modern Caries Management – MIOC and MID Part 1 – PDP268 May 20, 2026 1:03:21 If you showed the same bitewing to 10 dentists, would they all agree on whether to pick up the drill? Why does the word monitoring mean nothing to a patient — and how does swapping it for active surveillance change everything from your notes to your indemnity to your government policy meetings? Is it overtreatment to act on an E2 lesion — or is “watch and wait” actually the lazy answer dressed up

Realism, Mistakes and Radical Honesty in Dentistry – IC074 May 13, 2026 34:08 Why does dentistry on social media look so perfect? Are those flawless before-and-after cases the reality of everyday practice—or just the highlight reel? And why aren’t we talking more openly about the failures, frustrations, and imperfect outcomes that every dentist experiences? In this episode, Dr Artem Mkrtichyan joins Jaz for a refreshingly honest conversation about the realities of modern de

10 Occlusion Pearls That Will Blow Your Mind – PDP267 May 11, 2026 58:05 Why does occlusion feel so confusing at dental school? What if the problem is not that occlusion is too complex, but that it was taught in the wrong order? How do you make sense of worn teeth, bite scans, shimstock, leaf gauges, provisionals and T-Scan without getting overwhelmed? And which small ideas can genuinely change the way you diagnose, plan and restore? In this episode, Jaz is joined by D

Posterior Composites Done Right – PDP266 May 8, 2026 52:02 Are we overcomplicating posterior composites? Are those beautiful fissures and stains actually helping the patient… or just us? Why does that “perfect” restoration suddenly need 20 minutes of occlusal adjustment after rubber dam removal? And how can we make functional, predictable composites without burning time or stress? In this episode, Dr. Vishaal Shah shares a refreshingly practical approach

Why We Need to Take MRIs for TMJs! – PDP265 May 6, 2026 49:44 When is it appropriate to consider an MRI for your TMD patient? What’s actually involved in MRI of the TMJ? Can you use any MRI machine, or is the choice of imaging center crucial? And who should be reporting on these scans — does it really matter? (Hint: yes, it does!) Dr. Kevin Lotzof, a straight-talking radiologist, joins Jaz for a controversial deep dive into the role of MRI in Temporomandibul

Zirconia vs. Titanium: The Implant Debate – PDP264 Apr 29, 2026 50:10 Is titanium still the gold standard for implants? Are zirconia implants just hype from biological dentistry… or something more? Do ceramic implants really integrate as well as titanium? And should we already be offering patients a choice? Zirconia implants are no longer a fringe concept—they’re entering mainstream conversations. In this episode, Dr. Pav Khaira returns to break down the science, cl

Better Dentistry Through Compassion (Not Just Technique) – IC073 Apr 25, 2026 52:49 Is burnout inevitable in dentistry? Why do so many high-achieving dentists still feel unfulfilled? Are we too harsh on ourselves without even realising it? And what if the way we speak to ourselves is the real problem? In this episode, Jaz sits down with Dr Aditi Bhalla—a Prosthodontist and Integrative Psychotherapist, with over 15 years in dentistry and extensive training in mental health, mindfu

How Balancing Nutrition and Exercise Can Extend Your Dental Career – IC072 Apr 22, 2026 37:51 Are you sacrificing your health for your patients? Are your neck and back quietly dictating how long you can practise? Do you skip workouts because you “don’t have time”? And what if your career ended—not by choice, but because your body gave up first? In this episode, Jaz is joined by Fraser Smith, a sports scientist and nutrition expert, to break down what dentists actually need to do to stay he

Before the Breaking Point – Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Dentistry – IC071 Apr 15, 2026 43:57 (This episode discusses suicide prevention and mental health. It does not include graphic details, but please listen with care. If this topic feels close to home, consider pausing and reaching out to someone you trust or a mental health professional.) Why does dentistry have such high levels of stress and burnout? Why do so many clinicians feel isolated despite working in busy practices? What are

Implementing Sleep, Airway and Myo to Restorative Dentistry Part 2 – PDP263 Apr 8, 2026 1:20:59 You’ve spotted the signs—wear, scalloping, fragmentation, maybe even a low AHI—but what does that really mean? When the data doesn’t match the symptoms, how do you move forward? And how do you integrate airway into full mouth rehab without compromising function, stability, or predictability? In this episode, Jaz is joined by Dr. Aston Parmar to explore the real-world application of airway den

Implementing Sleep, Airway and Myo to Restorative Dentistry Part 1 – PDP262 Apr 1, 2026 1:08:54 What do you actually do once you’ve screened a patient for airway or sleep-disordered breathing? You suspect sleep apnea—but since we can’t diagnose it as dentists, how does that influence the care you provide? What do you do with that information, and who should you be working with to help your patient? And what if you want to implement airway into your practice—but you’re not in the right enviro

I Tested an AI Receptionist… Here’s What Dentists Should Know – IC070 Mar 26, 2026 44:10 Are AI receptionists here to take over your practice? How do they actually work, and what can they do—or not do—for your team? Could they make life easier for staff without replacing humans, or are they just a gimmick? In this episode, award-winning dentist and marketing expert Dr. Grant McAree joins Jaz to break down AI receptionists. Together, they explore what an AI receptionist really is, how

Am I Naughty If? Accountant Version! Expense Claiming for Dentists – PDP261 Mar 24, 2026 52:00 Can you claim parking expenses as a dentist? What about a coffee machine for your practice—could that really be deductible? Or investing in a MSc in Implantology—does that count as a tax write-off? In this episode, chartered accountant Sebastian Stracey joins Jaz to answer all those “am I naughty if I claim this?” questions that dentists and associates always wonder about. Together, they cover wha

How this Doctor is Using AI to Audit his Communication and Conversion! – IC069 Mar 17, 2026 43:02 Can AI really help you communicate better with patients? What if you could audit your own consultations and discover which words, pauses, and stories increase treatment acceptance? Dr. David Amador joins Jaz for a fascinating episode exploring how AI can transform the way we interact with patients. From auditing conversations to radiographic interpretation, they break down practical applications t

Practical AI for Dentistry – Save Time, Achieve More – PDP260 Mar 10, 2026 1:07:14 What is a prompt, and how do AI models actually work? Which AI tools should you be using in dentistry? Is it safe to put patient details into AI—and how can it help you save time and reduce stress? In this episode, Dr. Daz Kasperek joins to make AI in dentistry tangible, even if you’ve never used it before. Together, we cover the basics: from getting started with prompts and AI models to understan

3 Secrets of STUNNING Resin Veneers Revealed! – PDP259 Mar 3, 2026 55:31 Are you struggling to get your resin work looking flawless? Wondering how to polish your composites so they shine like a pro? Curious about practical tips you can implement immediately to level up your smile makeovers? In this episode, Dr. Charles Brandon shares three game-changing secrets for mastering composite resin. From practical techniques you can apply right away to a conceptual tip that wi

Personal Finances for Dentists – Career Security, Investing & Your Rich Life – IC068 Feb 24, 2026 47:01 Are you a high-earning dentist… living paycheck to paycheck? Do you ever feel financially stretched – despite earning well? Are you trapped in dentistry’s “golden handcuffs”? And what would your life look like if you worked because you wanted to… not because you had to? In this rare solo episode, Jaz steps away from occlusion and restorative dentistry to talk about something just as importan

Hypnotherapy Meets Dentistry – Transforming Patient Behaviour – PDP258 Feb 17, 2026 34:09 Have you ever wondered how hypnotherapy can help your dental patients? Can it really reduce anxiety, manage chronic pain, or even stop habits like cheek biting? How can dentists integrate hypnotherapy into their care without stepping outside their scope of practice? In this episode, Jaz and Dr. Rita Pais break down how hypnotherapy works, who can benefit, and practical ways dentists can incorporat

Should Associates Have Their Own Website? – IC067 Feb 10, 2026 55:58 After watching this episode, you’ll understand exactly why owning your website matters. And here’s the good news: as a Protrusive community member, you can get 50% off your professional dental website – built specifically for associates who want to stand out. 👉 Claim your exclusive discount: protrusive.co.uk/website Do you really need your own website as an associate, or is a st

2 Years Out of Dental School – Insights for New Grads – IC066 Feb 6, 2026 37:02 Did Triman ever buy his own camera setup? Has he figured out which niche or specialty he wants to pursue? Are molar endodontics and surgical extractions still his fear procedures? And how’s he getting on with those tricky fee discussions and private patient conversations? Dr Triman Ahluwalia returns for another catch-up — one year after stepping into his first associate position. In this episode,

5 Highly Effective Back Pain Prevention Pearls for Dentists – Why Lifting Your Elbow is Destroying Your Back – PDP257 Feb 3, 2026 59:53 What if you finally reach the peak of your career—only to have your body shut it down? Why are so many dentists forced to cancel clinics, not because of burnout or skill, but because of crippling back pain? And what if this “expected hazard of dentistry” didn’t actually have to be inevitable? In this episode, Dr. Aniko Ball joins Jaz to challenge the long-held belief that chronic pain is just part

Before You Extract: Intentional Replantation in Practice – PDP256 Jan 27, 2026 1:03:26 When should you attempt to save the root filled molar that everyone else thinks is doomed? What are the key steps to safely remove, treat, and replant a tooth without causing fractures or resorption? And how do you manage patient expectations and post-op care to maximize success? In this episode, Dr. Samuel Kratchman and Dr. Shivakar join Jaz to explore intentional tooth replantation—a procedure t

Can Occlusal Adjustment Cure TMD? ‘DTR’ and T Scan Experience – PDP255 Jan 20, 2026 1:02:04 Are posterior tooth contacts really harmless? Could group function and non-working side interferences be driving muscular TMD, headaches, and facial pain? And can digital occlusal data change how we approach bite adjustment? Dr. Jeremy Bliss joins the podcast to tackle one of the most controversial topics in dentistry: Selective Grinding/Equilibration for TMD but specifically Disclusion Time Reduc

Antibiotic Prescribing in Dentistry + Gut Microbiome – PDP254 Jan 13, 2026 45:36 When are antibiotics truly indicated in dentistry? How do you manage the patient who’s begging for a prescription? And what impact are we having on the gut every time we prescribe unnecessarily? In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Lenaerts joins Jaz to explore the world of antibiotics in dentistry. Together, they cover when to prescribe, when not to, and why analgesics or local measures are often the bett

Your Patient’s Face Might Be Causing Their Sleep Problem with Dr Dave Singh – PDP253 Jan 6, 2026 1:10:40 Can adults really expand their maxilla? Is treating sleep apnea with a CPAP or mandibular advancement device only MASKING the problem? How does craniofacial anatomy influence airway health, and what should dentists look for? Dr. Dave Singh joins us to dive into CranioFacial Sleep Medicine. He breaks down how structural issues—like a narrow maxilla, high-arched palate, or limited tongue space—can b

Best of 2025: A Year of Shared Learning Dec 30, 2025 50:40 Happy New Year, Protruserati ✨ As 2025 comes to a close, we wanted to pause and reflect by revisiting the moments that genuinely shaped how we practise, think, and show up in the clinic. This Best of 2025 episode starts with restorative and aesthetics, moves through digital workflows, endo, paediatrics, surgery, communication, and finishes with what sustains us over a long career. These are t

We All Have TWO Bites with Bobby Supple – PDP252 Dec 23, 2025 1:09:18 Do your patients really have two bites? Does their bite change when they lie down? When they sleep? And how can you explain centric relation, posture, and deprogramming in a way that patients actually understand? Dr. Bobby Supple joins Jaz for a powerful episode unpacking one of the most misunderstood topics in occlusion: the daytime chewing bite versus the nighttime airway bite. After spending da

Parenthood and Dentistry – Life Leverage for Unique Challenges – IC065 Dec 16, 2025 58:08 How do you balance a high-performance dental career with being an effective parent? What strategies help you stay sane amidst the organized chaos of family life? How can showing up as your best self benefit both your patients and your children? Dr. Shandy Vijayan and Dr. Raabiha Maan join Jaz in this nonclinical episode to share their experiences of parenthood in dentistry. From the unique perspec

Moving to USA for Dentistry (Advanced Standing Programs and Specialist Pathways for International Dentists) – IC064 Dec 9, 2025 1:11:20 Thinking of moving to the USA as a dentist? Wondering what exams, applications, and documents you’ll need to practice or specialize there? Curious about how much it costs — and what life as a dentist in the States is really like? Dr. Hazel Kerr and Dr. Dorrin Reyhani join Jaz for a deep dive into everything you need to know about moving to America as a dentist. Both UK-trained and now faculty at U

Understanding Cracked Tooth Syndrome and the Dental Occlusion Triad – PS019 Dec 2, 2025 52:45 You’re doing a routine exam when you spot it – a stained hairline crack snaking across the marginal ridge of a molar. Your patient hasn’t mentioned any symptoms… Yet. Should you sound the alarm? Monitor and wait? Jump straight to treatment? Cracked teeth are one of dentistry’s most misunderstood diagnoses. Colleagues debate whether to crown or monitor. And that crack you&#8

Safeguarding Children – Actions, Scripts and Guidance – PDP251 Nov 27, 2025 45:23 Are you confident in spotting a child at risk of neglect? Do you know what to do if you witness abuse in your practice? How can you raise concerns safely while protecting both the child and your team? This episode with Dr. Christine Park provides tangible actions, practical scripts, and clear guidance for managing challenging scenarios—like seeing an adult hit a child in the waiting room or recogn

Occlusion for Aligners – Clinical Guidelines for GDPs – PDP250 Nov 25, 2025 1:04:18 Let’s be honest – the occlusion after Aligner cases can be a little ‘off’ (even after fixed appliances!) How do you know if your patient’s occlusion after aligner treatment is acceptable or risky? What practical guidelines can general dentists follow to manage occlusion when orthodontic results aren’t textbook-perfect? Jaz and Dr. Jesper Hatt explore the most common challenges dentists face,

Surgical Extrusion Technique Update – Alternative to Ortho Extrusion or CLS – PDP249 Nov 20, 2025 1:07:28 Do you have a “hopeless” retained root you’re ready to extract? Think implants, dentures, or bridges are the only way forward? What if there’s a way to save that tooth — predictably and biologically? In this episode, Dr. Vala Seif shares his experience with the Surgical Extrusion Technique — a game-changing approach that lets you reposition the root coronally to regain ferrule and restore teeth on

Replacement Options for Incisors – Denture? Bridge? Implant? – PS018 Nov 18, 2025 52:11 Are you confident in replacing a single missing central incisor? When is a denture the right option — and when should you consider a bridge or implant instead? Why is the single central incisor one of the hardest teeth to replace to a patient’s satisfaction? In this Back to Basics episode, Jaz and Protrusive Student Emma Hutchison explore the unique challenges of replacing a single central incisor

“I Committed Fraud – Learn from My Mistakes” – PDP248 Nov 13, 2025 6:40 What if one bad decision completely changed the course of your career? In this exclusive, members-only episode, Jaz sits down with a fellow dentist from our community who shares his raw, honest story about a moment of misjudgment — committing fraud — and the painful lessons that followed. This isn’t about blame. It’s about insight, accountability, and redemption. From the shock of investigation an

Occlusograms are Lying To Us! Don’t Trust the ‘Heat Map’ – PDP247 Nov 11, 2025 43:09 Ever had a patient swear their bite feels “off” – even though the articulating paper marks look perfect and you’ve adjusted everything twice over? Or maybe you’ve placed a beautiful quadrant of onlays, only to have them return saying, “these three teeth still feel proud.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined (in my car, no less!) by Dr. Robert Kerstein, who

Social Media Clown Instead of Healthcare Professional – IC063 Nov 6, 2025 33:49 Is social media killing professionalism in dentistry? Are young dentists really “clowns” online—or is lightheartedness perfectly fine? Is social media a disease? Where’s the line between humor, banter, and outright disrespect? In this episode, Jaz is joined by Joseph Lucido from the States to tackle these tough questions head-on. Sparked by a fiery Facebook rant, they dive into whether social medi

Cracked Teeth Clinical Guidelines – Chase? Fibers? WHEN to Intervene – PDP246 Nov 4, 2025 1:00:05 Cracked teeth — the diagnosis we all hate as Dentists! How do you decide when to monitor and when to intervene? What is the recommended intervention at different scenarios of cracks? Should we be chasing cracks and reinforcing with fibers; is there actually enough long-term data to support that approach? Over the years, we’ve had some epic episodes on this topic — from Kreena Patel’s “I Hate Crack

Dubai Occlusion Course Easter 2026 FAQ – IC062 Nov 2, 2025 26:21 With the final places remaining for our Occlusion Getaway, we present the official FAQ Podcast! Dreaming of combining occlusion learning with a luxury getaway? Want to earn 56 hours of CPD while soaking up the Dubai sunshine? Looking for a course where you can master PRACTICAL occlusion in Restorative Dentristry and make it a family-friendly, tax-deductible trip? Easter 2026 is set to be unforgett

MAGIC Teeth Whitening with Dr. Wyman Chan – PDP245 Oct 27, 2025 1:14:44 Do all whitening gels work the same, or is the brand actually important? Are lights and in-office “power whitening” just marketing hype? And what’s the deal with the infamous white diet – do your patients really need to give up coffee and red wine? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Wyman Chan, the man who literally hung up his drills in 2002 to dedicate his career to whitening alone. With

Screen Times and SmartPhones for Children – Best Practices – IC061 Oct 20, 2025 54:16 Why should Dentists be talking about screen time with parents? Are smartphones even safe for children? What is the right age to give a child their first phone? Laura Spells and Arabella Skinner join Jaz in this thought-provoking episode to tackle one of today’s biggest parenting challenges: smartphones and social media in young hands. Together they explore the impact of early phone use on children

Endodontics Basics – PS017 Oct 13, 2025 How can you tell if a root canal treatment is truly successful? Do you always need cuspal coverage after a root canal? Are hand files still relevant, or has rotary completely taken over? And does GP pumping really improve the effectiveness of irrigants like hypochlorite? Emma returns for another Protrusive Student Series episode as she heads into her final year of dental school. Together, we explo

Building Trust with Patients, Consent and Emotional Intelligence with Colin Campbell – PDP244 Oct 6, 2025 1:04:53 How should you  gain consent for ELECTIVE treatments? Is selling in dentistry something to avoid, or an essential part of patient care? How much does emotional intelligence really matter for your success and happiness? Dr. Colin Campbell joins for a powerful episode that dives into consent, sales, and the balance between profit and ethics in dentistry. He also unpacks the huge role of emotion

Dentists Prescribing Home Sleep Tests? – Our Role in Airway Screening and Management – PDP243 Sep 29, 2025 1:17:49 Can and should Dentists carry out home sleep testing? It’s actually super easy and I have been doing it for 18 months! What happens after you screen them—do you know what to do next? This episode will teach you! Dr. Jaz Gulati shares his personal journey into incorporating sleep testing in practice—after 1.5 years of doing it, the impact has been nothing short of game-changing. https://youtu.be/

Medical Emergencies Part 2 – CORE CPD for Dentists – PDP242 Sep 25, 2025 58:50 Imagine your patient is choking on a rubber dam clamp…what’s the safest way to manage choking when the patient is lying flat? Your patient’s hands are shaking and they’re drenched in sweat – is it low blood sugar, anxiety, or a cardiac event? Do you know exactly what to do if your patient has a seizure in the chair? This second part of the Medical Emergencies series with

Medical Emergencies Part 1 – CORE CPD for Dentists – PDP241 Sep 18, 2025 1:04:34 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED CPD for all Dental professionals – without getting bored! Do you know exactly what to do if a patient faints in your chair? Could you spot the early signs of anaphylaxis—before it’s too late? How quickly could you find and deliver adrenaline if it really mattered? https://youtu.be/7b2oG4g12q0 Watch PDP241 on Youtube After six years of podcasting and creating CPD, we’re f

The REAL Hidden Cause of Tooth Sensitivity – Sympathetic Dental Hypersensitivity – PDP240 Sep 15, 2025 1:19:32 How on earth can a neck injection eliminate teeth sensitivity? Can a patient’s tooth sensitivity really be linked to their occlusion? Is occlusal adjustment ever indicated for sensitivity? And what’s the actual mechanism behind those cases where everything looks fine — no cracks, no significant wear, no exposed dentine — yet the patient still complains their teeth are sensitive? In this episode, D

Dental Photography – RIP DSLR? Why Mirrorless Cameras Are the Future – PDP239 Sep 11, 2025 56:39 Is it time to say goodbye to your DSLR? Are mirrorless cameras really the future of dental photography? If your DSLR is still working perfectly, should you upgrade now or wait for the right time? Jaz is joined by Dr. Ashish Soneji in this game-changing episode to discuss the death of the DSLR and why the shift to mirrorless cameras is inevitable. They break

Endodontics vs Implants with Omar Ikram – PDP238 Sep 4, 2025 1:00:43 Should we be doing more to save questionable teeth? What if you could buy more time — without compromising patient care? Dr. Omar Ikram returns for a powerful episode diving into the real-world decision-making between endodontics and implants. Together with Jaz, they explore tough scenarios — like teeth with nasty cracks or minimal remaining structure — and ask the critical question: when is it tr

Is Practice Ownership Right For You? ‘BossLady’ on Squat Practices – PDP237 Aug 28, 2025 1:00:21 Is Practice Ownership worth the stress? What’s the most difficult thing you have to do as a practice owner?  Thinking about starting your own squat practice? How long does it really take before you see profit, and what sacrifices do you need to make along the way? In this episode, Jaz is joined by Dr. Shabnam Zai to unpack the real highs and lows of running a dental practice.

Fall in Love with Dentistry Again – How to Feel Fulfilled as a Dentist – IC060 Aug 21, 2025 55:11 Are you living your career by design—or just letting it happen to you? Do you know what your ideal day as a dentist looks like? What about your ideal week? In this episode, Jaz is joined by Dr. Andrea Ogden to explore how you can design a career—and a life—in dentistry that feels purposeful and fulfilling. They dive into why many of us get stuck on autopilot, chasing goals we’v

Gold Restorations: Why, When, and How with Lane Ochi – PDP236 Aug 18, 2025 1:10:00 Is gold really dead or making a comeback 2025? Are zirconia and biomimetic dentistry sounding the final bell for precious metal restorations? Is there still a place for gold in modern practice—and when is it actually the best option? Dr. Lane Ochi joins Jaz for a rare live podcast episode to unpack the current and future role of gold restorations. From skyrocketing costs and lost la

Reverse Dahl Technique for Localised Posterior Tooth Surface Loss – PDP235 Aug 12, 2025 Can you apply the Dahl technique to localised POSTERIOR wear? Spoiler alert: hell yeah! How can the Dahl Technique help when there is posterior wear and NO space to restore? How predictable is building up posterior teeth (rather than the usual worn anteriors)? In this episode, Jaz dives into the ‘Reverse Dahl Technique’, a twist on the classic method typically used for localized anterior wear.&#16

Basics of TMD Management – PS016 Aug 7, 2025 46:32 Do you feel confident managing patients with TMD or oro-facial pain? Are you clear on when to treat conservatively—and when to escalate? What’s the best SEQUENCE of care for TMD patients? Emma returns to Protrusive Students fresh from her finals, joining Jaz for an insightful episode on the basics of TMD management. Together, they explore the foundational steps of TMD care, from proper diagno

Cure Pain and Improve Wound Healing using Light! Introducing Photobiomodulation in Dentistry – PDP234 Jul 31, 2025 1:04:36 Have you heard of Photobiomodulation (PBM)? Or are you thinking… ‘photo-what?!’ Is red light therapy just voodoo science—or is it already part of mainstream healthcare? Can PBM really help with wound healing, pain relief, and even reduce the risk of dementia? In this episode, Professor Praveen Arany joins Jaz Gulati to break down the science and clinical relevance of PBM in dentist

Simple Re-RCT Cases – ‘How To’ Guide – PDP233 Jul 24, 2025 55:53 Should you be re-treating that root canal—or referring it out? What are the red flags that scream “specialist only”? How do you confidently remove GP without compromising disinfection? Dr. Ayman Al-Sibassi joins Jaz in this endo-packed episode to help you navigate the tricky world of root canal re-treatments. From solvent selection and GP removal techniques to assessing case difficulty, they

Steps for Increasing the Vertical Dimension of Occlusion with David Bloom – PDP232 Jul 17, 2025 58:00 Are you confident when increasing the vertical dimension? How do you plan, stage, and sequence a full-mouth case safely? What’s the right deprogramming method—leaf gauge, Kois appliance, or something else? Dr. David Bloom joins Jaz in this powerhouse episode to demystify the real-world process of increasing vertical dimension. With decades of experience in comprehensive dentistry, David share

Ultra High End Cosmetic Dentistry with Brandon Mack – PDP231 Jul 10, 2025 51:19 How do you manage patients that have ultra high expectations? What’s the best way to communicate cosmetic outcomes before the final result? How do you balance your aesthetic vision with what they see? Dr. Brandon Mack joins Jaz for a deep dive into the realities of cosmetic dentistry—from subjective perceptions of beauty to practical tips that make or break a case. They discuss how to navigate aes

Digital Articulators Explained with Seth Atkins – PDP230 Jul 3, 2025 We use articulators to help ‘mimic’ our patient’s jaw movements, to ultimately do less adjustments/revisions in the future. But are digital articulators there yet? Or is analog king? Or is digital dentistry just flashy tech with no real-world benefits? Can a virtual articulator truly match the movements of your patient’s jaw? Is a CBCT really better than a facebow—and WHEN should you use which? In

Airway Dentistry with Jeff Rouse – PDP229 Jun 26, 2025 1:04:44 Are you considering the airway in your treatment planning? Could centric relation (CR) be compromising your patient’s breathing? When you open the vertical dimension, are you making the airway better—or worse? Welcome to another AES 2026 series episode, this time with LEGEND Dr. Jeff Rouse as he joins Jaz in this eye-opening episode to explore how airway, aesthetics, and function are deeply interc

Why Injection Moulding Composite is Superior to Layering – PDP228 Jun 19, 2025 1:18:43 Have you actually looked back at your long-term cases to see how layering compares to injection moulding? Is traditional freehand layering still your go-to for anterior composite aesthetics? Are you using it because it gives the best result — or just because that’s how you were trained? In this episode, Dr. Marco Maiolino joins Jaz Gulati for a meaty discussion about injection moulding—a technique

Zirconia vs Metal Hall Crowns vs Conventional with Dr Tim Keys – PDP227 Jun 12, 2025 54:20 Should we really restore primary molars without local anaesthetic or injections? When should we start taking radiographs for child patients? Is it time to say goodbye to traditional anterior strip crowns and embrace preformed zirconia crowns? And seriously – how do you get a wiggly, fidgety child to sit still long enough for a solid restoration?! The secret lies in choosing a technique that’

5 Airway Patients In Your Dental Practice Right Now with Dr Liz Turner – PDP226 Jun 5, 2025 1:01:53 How can dentists help kids breathe, sleep, and grow better—even if the problem isn’t the teeth? When should you refer, and what tools can you use right now in your practice? In this AES special episode, Jaz Gulati is joined by Dr. Liz Turner and Dr. Meggie Graham—general dentists who have evolved their practice with a deep passion for airway and whole-child healt

Occlusion Myths and Red Flags with Lukasz Lassmann – PDP225 May 29, 2025 1:14:54 Are you still using long-term provisionals just to test OVD? Is an occlusal splint really the best way to assess vertical dimension? Could raising the OVD actually harm your patient? Dr. Lukasz Lassmann joins Jaz and Mahmoud Ibrahim  this AES special episode to challenge conventional thinking around occlusion, vertical dimension, and full mouth rehab. Lukasz shares hi

Basics of 3D Printing, Milling and Digital Dentistry – PDP224 May 22, 2025 1:10:26 Should You Invest in Chairside Milling or 3D Printing? How do milling and printing compare in durability and cost? Which option provides the best long-term ROI for your workflow? In this deep dive, Dr. Rustom Moopen shares his experience with CEREC, ExoCAD, and in-house fabrication, breaking down the real benefits and limitations of both technologies. F

The Course that Changed Her Career – IC059 May 17, 2025 1:08:48 “Jaz, I don’t know which course to take?” “Should I do Aspire Academy, Kois, Chris Orr or Paul Tipton?” (all great courses and legends by the way!) Of course its confusing – there are now more ‘Level 7 Diplomas’ than Dentists! There are also lots of biased testimonials – surely they can’t ALL be the ‘best course I ever did?’, right? So just HOW do you choose the right postg

Understanding TMD Radiographic Imaging – Pano vs CBCT vs MRI – PDP223 May 13, 2025 1:06:27 Which imaging techniques should you prioritize for TMD patients? Does a panoramic radiograph hold any value?  When should you consider taking a CBCT of the joints instead? How about an MRI scan for the TMJ? Dr. Dania Tamimi joins Jaz for the first AES 2026 Takeover episode, diving deep into the complexities of TMD diagnosis and TMJ Imaging. They break down the key imaging techniques, how

Connective Tissue Disorders and Dentistry – PDP222 May 7, 2025 57:10 Why do some patients struggle with anesthesia, requiring multiple cartridges just to get numb? Could your TMD patients have an underlying systemic condition that’s been missed? Are you overlooking the signs of a connective tissue disorder? https://youtu.be/gaoJKPTV_Z0 Watch PDP222 on Youtube ”When you can’t connect the issue, think connective tissue!” Dr. Audrey Kershaw joins Jaz

Pascal Magne on Occlusal Veneers and Material Selection – PDP221 Apr 30, 2025 1:26:36 Can composite really outperform ceramic in the right case? Do you know when to choose an inlay over an onlay? What makes occlusal veneers so effective — even at just 0.6 mm thickness? After years of anticipation, Dr. Pascal Magne finally joins Jaz Gulati on the podcast for an episode packed with adhesive dentistry gold. They dive deep into occlusal veneers, material selection, and why in

Communicating Fees, Treatment Plans and More – PS015 Apr 23, 2025 52:17 What is the number 1 communication advice for Dentists? Are you confident in discussing treatment fees with your patients? Do you struggle with communicating your worth without feeling awkward? How do you shift your mindset to charge what you’re truly worth without feeling guilty (a money mindset issue)? https://youtu.be/vapDrnVqHRw In this enlightening conversation, Jaz opens up about h

My Neck, My Back (Fix Your Posture While Removing Plaque!) – PDP220 Apr 12, 2025 41:09 Are ergonomic loupes and fancy chairs really worth the investment? Is back pain an inevitable part of being a dentist—or can it be prevented? Are you setting yourself up for a long, pain-free career in dentistry? What’s the number one thing you should be doing right now to protect your body for the long haul? Dr. Sam Cope is back, and he’s not just any dentist—he started as a p

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