The Dental Handoff

Episode 74 | LIVE From the ADHA Conference with Dr. Megan Reutter

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner is LIVE from the ADHA Conference with Dr. Megan Reutter!
Dr. Megan Reutter, RDH, DHSc is a dental hygienist and has worked in a variety of settings, including clinical practice, education, and public health. She received her undergraduate degree at Eastern Illinois University in Community Health, her master’s degree from University of Bridgeport in Dental Hygiene Education, and her doctorate degree at A.T. Still University. Her doctorate degree is in Health Sciences with a concentration in Leadership and Organizational Behavior.
Dr. Reutter’s research interests include interprofessional collaboration, the oral-systemic link, and leadership. She has presented her research and leadership courses for healthcare professionals. Dr. Reutter assisted the National Network of Healthcare Hygienists (NNHH) with curriculum development for dental hygienists to specialize in oncology and serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team. Megan also serves as a board member for NNHH and the Illinois IFLOSS Coalition. She is passionate about medical-dental integration and serving as an oral health advocate. Dr. Reutter holds a joint appointment at Campbell University in the Doctor of Health Sciences program and at University of Illinois in the Health Sciences program.
Dr. Kelly and Dr. Reutter have a wide-ranging conversation spanning through her various areas of expertise and driving home the importance of the cross-section between medicine and dentistry.
To connect with Dr. Megan Reutter:
National Network of Health Care Hygienists: https://www.healthcarehygienists.org
Email: mreutterrdh@gmail.com
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 73 | The Dental Handoff with Kerry Lepicek

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner is joined by Kerry Lepicek, RDH! 
Kerry is a registered dental hygienist with more than 20 years of clinical experience. She has worked in various practice settings and currently works part-time in general practice. As an international speaker, she has delivered lectures throughout Canada, the United States, and Bermuda.
Kerry is knowledgeable on the topics of oral biofilm, halitosis, the oral-systemic connection, and the dental hygiene process of care. Her primary focus is on educating her clients as well as the dental profession on periodontal health and wellness. Kerry is a Key Opinion Leader for Crest + Oral B, OraVital, rdhu, and Voco.
In addition to being a section editor for The Hygiene Corner with Women In Dentistry, she serves on the Advisory Board of the American Academy of Oral Systemic Health and is a cast member of The RDH View. She will provide you with practical advice that will transform your practice and the health of your clients.
To connect with Kerry Lepick:
www.oravital.com
www.aaosh.org
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 72 | The Dental Handoff with Machell Hudson

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner is joined by Machell Hudson, RDH, FAAOSH. 
Machell is he founder and CEO of Integrative Dental Coaching. She is a proud and passionate fellow and member of the prestigious board for The American Academy for Oral and Systemic Health. Carifree Cooperative member which is led by Machell’s mentor, Dr. Kim Kutsch. Her newest accolade is being invited to sit on the education committee for Women in DSO with a purpose focused on bringing education and empowerment to the forefront within the DSO space.
Because of her love for patient care she continues to practice clinical hygiene while also speaking and consulting with an expertise in oral-systemic connections and protocol implementation.
She is a graduate of the Bale/Doneen method preceptorship which is advanced training in arterial disease with a focus on heart attack, stroke and diabetes prevention, Kois trained in periodontal health and a health coach. Machell cherishes time with her family and friends and a big part of her heart is spent volunteering for Unbound advocating and speaking on Human Trafficking Awareness.
In this conversation, Machell shares her insights on many area of dentistry and dental hygiene, including the important and often-overlooked connection between dental health and the heart. 
To connect with Machell Hudson:
Coaching: https://www.integrativedentalcoaching.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/machellhudsonrdh/
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 71 | The Dental Handoff with Dr. Mark Latta

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner welcomes in Dr. Mark Latta!
Mark A. Latta, DMD, M.S., is Dean Emeritus and Professor of General Dentistry at the Creighton University School of Dentistry. He served as dean of the School from 2011 to 2021. He continues to contribute as an individual teacher/scholar with his own research and teaching and by collaborating internationally in research and teaching. Prior to being appointed dean, he served as the associate dean for research at Creighton from 1995-2011.
He is a graduate of Lafayette College, Easton PA (BA Chemistry), University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia PA (DMD), York Hospital York, PA (General Practice Residency) and University of Maryland Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, Baltimore MD (MS, Oral Biology).
Following 4 years in private dental practice Dr. Latta joined the Laboratory Products Division of Dentsply International-now Dentsply/Sirona. He served numerous roles in Research and Development for the company ultimately serving as the Director of R&D. During his industrial career, he contributed to or was responsible for more than 20 new dental product introductions. He has been awarded more than 120 research grants investigating prosthetic materials, dental restorative materials, dental adhesives and cements. He has led numerous clinical trials of dental materials. He is a speaker and lecturer of international renown and has published more than 130 manuscripts and 200 abstracts and has presented at numerous state, national and international dental association meetings throughout the world.
Dr. Latta, is a fellow in the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists, and a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national honorary dental society. He was awarded Faculty of Dentistry status in the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland in. 2022. He has also served as president of the Dental Materials Group of the International Association for Dental Research.
Dr. Latta joins the show to impart his decades of knowledge in the dental industry to the Dental Handoff audience.
To connect with Dr. Mark Latta:
www.creighton.edu
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 70 | The Dental Handoff with Anne O. Rice

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner welcomes in fellow hygienist Anne O. Rice!
Anne has been a clinical dental hygienist for over 30 years. She created Oral Systemic Seminars in 2017 which she now devotes her time, focus and study primarily to dementia prevention. Anne received her preceptor for the Bale/Doneen method and is a Certified Dementia Practitioner. In 2020 Anne became certified as a Longevity Specialist with the Alzheimer’s Research and Dementia Foundation, has presented, and helped with their curriculum.
She is a Fellow with The American Academy of Oral Systemic Health and in 2021 published her manuscript Alzheimer’s Disease and Oral-Systemic Health: Bidirectional Care Integration Improving Outcomes. Anne has consulted with Weill Cornell Medical Center’s Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic, Florida Atlantic College Center for Brain Health and currently at the Atria Institute, New York. She is included in an International Consortium that is a diverse network of brain researchers, clinicians and institutions who support Alzheimer’s prevention.
In this conversation, Anne shares insights from her decades of experience in both dental hygiene and dementia. What is the connection between dental hygiene and brain health? Find out in this week's Dental Handoff!
 
Where to find Anne O. Rice:
Website: https://www.anneorice.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anneorice/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anneorice
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anneorice/
 
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 69 | The Dental Handoff with Dr.Kristen Sciolino

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner welcomes in Dr. Kristen Sciolino. Kristen Sciolino, DMD graduated from UNE College of Dental Medicine in 2020. After graduation She moved her family from central Maine to Lincoln where she was an associate until buying out the practice in 2021.
She now owns and operates Lincoln Smiles Dentistry, LLC in Lincoln, Maine. She has a husband of 17 years and 2 amazing boys. When she is not working, she loves reading, puzzles and building Lego.
In today's conversation, Dr. Sciolino shares valuabel insights from her nearly two decades in the industry from the perspective of both a dentist and an entrepreneur.
Where to find Dr. Kristen Sciolino:
Lincoln Smiles Dentistry: www.lincolnsmilesme.com
 
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 68 | Know Your Flow Pt. 3 - Prophylaxis

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly shares the third and final portion of the segments she did with the Dental Talk podcast with Dr. Phil Klein. In this section, Kelly shares her expertise on prophylaxis.
Follow Dental Talk at Viva Learning:
https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 67 | Escape from PPO Hell with Dr. Tom Orent

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly welcomes in bestselling author, and speaker, Dr. Tom Orent! Dr. Orent is the founder of the Freedom Summit Dental Practice Transofrmation Coachin Program, a revolutionary method to help dentists “escape from PPO hell” and grow successful practices.
Dr. Orent was accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He then served for 6 years as an AACD Accreditation Examiner. Over the last 22 years, Dr. Orent’s proven strategies helped hundreds of dentists reduce their dependence on PPOs, and as a result, grow their practices by multiple six-figures in short order. His typical clients reduce participation in PPO plans by at least 25% and add $250,000+ in revenue, often while working one less day per week.
Tune in to hear this discussion between two dental industry veterans, and find out how you too can escape from "PPO Hell!"
Where to find Dr. Tom Orent:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-tom-orent-17b13075
Freedom Summit Coaching: https://FreedomSummitCoaching.com/?UNQSRC=FSCKTJV
A message from Dr. Tom Orent:
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Regardless, I guarantee this will be the best 60 Minutes you have ever worked on your practice. You'll have some fun along the way and get massive value from the call.
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Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 66 | Know Your Flow Pt. 2: Infection Control

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly shares the second of three special segments she did with the Dental Talk podcast with Dr. Phil Klein. In this section, Kelly shares her expertise in the crucial area of infection control. 
Follow Dental Talk at Viva Learning:
https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 65 | The Dental Handoff with Dr. John Cutter

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly welcomes in veteran dentist and businessman, Dr. John Cutter! Dr. Cutter shares his valuable insights and perspectives from decades of experience in the dental industry, dealing with government, and his best leadership advice. 
Dr. Cutter has over 47 years of contributions and achievements in clinical care; dental education; research; marketing; online platforms; patient/staff/provider relations; and contract/vendor negotiations.
He has been instrumental in oral health research both as a principal dentist with the NHANES program of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as currently serving as President of TeethCloud, a 31-nation global collaborative that seeks to decrease oral health inequalities by means of dental informatics and the focused professional expertise of its member clinicians, educators, and researchers.
A sought-after, international speaker, attested to Dr. Cutter’s over 22,000 followers on LinkedIn, he is a recognized key opinion leader for the future of oral health care.
Where to find Dr. John Cutter:
Teeth Cloud: https://teethcloud.org
Dr. Cutter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-m-cutter-d-d-s-256031b/
Dr. Cutter's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/552900282402401
Dr. Cutter's Faceook Page https://www.facebook.com/jmcutterdds
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 64 | Know Your Flow Pt.1: Implant Maintenance

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly shares the first of three special segments she did with the Dental Talk podcast with Dr. Phil Klein. In this section, Kelly shares her expertise in the field of implant maintenance. 
Follow Dental Talk at Viva Learning:
https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 63 | The Dental Handoff with Dr. Nanette Tertel

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly welcomes in Dr. Nanette Tertel!
Dr. Nanette Tertel is a general dentist in Toledo, Ohio. As a private practice dentist, Nanette has also been involved in dental education at many levels. After graduating in 1988, Nan remained at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry as a clinical instructor in the Department of Prosthodontics for five years, while also in her general private practice. Involvement in organized dentistry led to a pathway of volunteerism in planning and executing continuing education for the Toledo Dental Society, the Ohio Dental Association Committee on Annual Sessions, and the American Dental Association Committee of Annual Meetings.
Nan has served as general chair for Ohio Dental Association Annual Session, American Dental Association Annual Meeting, and is currently serving as the Chair of Learning Experience, ADA SmileCon, Orlando 2023.
Dr. Terlet shares insights from her decades of experience in dentistry, as well as what she has learned from hitting the speaking circuit and how she was able to overcome stage fright. It seems like it was just yesterday, but I'm already getting excited for the next SmileCon with Nanette at the helm!
Where to find Nanette:
Email: Nanettecterteldds@gmail.com
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 62 | The Dental Handoff with Dr. Brett Sealove Pt. 2: Referrals and Why They Matter

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner welcomes back cardiologist Dr. Brett Sealove for Part Two of our two part conversation, this time focusing on referrals, and why they matter!
Brett Sealove, MD, FACC, RPVI, CPE is an attending level physician who is double-boarded in Cardiology as well as Vascular Medicine. He is a Cardiologist/Partner at Monmouth Cardiology Associates and Chief of Cardiology at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.Dr. Sealove is currently the medical director of the non-invasive vascular lab at Monmouth Cardiology and is the former Medical Director/Chair of Wellness and Prevention at Jersey Shore University Medical Center and the former Associate Program Director for the Cardiology Fellowship. His subspecialty within cardiology is in vascular medicine/imaging and preventative and clinical cardiology. Dr. Sealove's areas of interest also include cardiovascular imaging and preventive cardiology. He is board-certified in Nuclear Cardiology, Echocardiography, and Vascular Imaging.Dr. Sealove is a Core Associate Clinical Professor and Vice Chair of Cardiology at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
Dr. Kelly and Dr. Sealove discuss the often-neglected concept of referrals and why they are absolutely vital towards the growth of your practice.
Where to find Dr. Brett Sealove
email: brett.sealove@hmhn.org
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 61 | The Dental Handoff with Dr. Brett Sealove Pt. 1: The Cardiology Connection

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner welcomes in cardiologist Dr. Brett Sealove Part One of a special two part series! 
Brett Sealove, MD, FACC, RPVI, CPE is an attending level physician who is double-boarded in Cardiology as well as Vascular Medicine. He is a Cardiologist/Partner at Monmouth Cardiology Associates and Chief of Cardiology at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.Dr. Sealove is currently the medical director of the non-invasive vascular lab at Monmouth Cardiology and is the former Medical Director/Chair of Wellness and Prevention at Jersey Shore University Medical Center and the former Associate Program Director for the Cardiology Fellowship. His subspecialty within cardiology is in vascular medicine/imaging and preventative and clinical cardiology. Dr. Sealove's areas of interest also include cardiovascular imaging and preventive cardiology. He is board-certified in Nuclear Cardiology, Echocardiography, and Vascular Imaging.Dr. Sealove is a Core Associate Clinical Professor and Vice Chair of Cardiology at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
Dr. Kelly and Dr. Sealove share a discussion about the importance connection between cardiovascular health and dentistry, and why it's important for the two medical professions to often work in tandem with one another. 
Where to find Dr. Brett Sealove
email: brett.sealove@hmhn.org
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 60 | The Dental Handoff with Dr. Tim Donley

In this week's Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly Tanner welcomes in Dr. Tim Donley!
Timothy Donley DDS MSD is currently in the private practice of Periodontics and Implantology in Bowling Green, KY. His education included the University of Notre Dame, Georgetown University School of Dentistry, and Indiana University for his specialty training.
He lectures and publishes frequently on topics of interest to clinical dentists and hygienists. He co-authored the first-ever textbook on debridement and is active in oral-systemic research. Dr. Donley feels strongly that it is finally time for dentistry to occupy its rightful place on the health care stage.
For at least the last 15 years his practice has focused on getting his patients inflammation-free then doing whatever is necessary to keep them that way over their lifespan. His is currently focused on introducing all dental stakeholders to the new wellness narrative of dentistry through which better patient outcomes, better practice performance and better personal satisfaction are possible.
In this conversation, Dr. Donley shares his insights from decades of experience in the dental industry, including his experience as an expert witness, how the dental and medicinal industries should work together, and more!
 
Where to find Dr. Tim DonleyWebsite, Beyond the Mouth: www.beyondthemouth.com
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemouth/
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com

Episode 59 | The Dental Handoff with Vanessa Emerson!

In this week's episode of The Dental Handoff, Dr. Kelly welcomes in dental business strategist and influencer, Vanessa Emerson!
Vanessa is the Founder of the Dental Speaker Institute, Dental Speakers Bureau, and The Dental Speaker. Vanessa mentors professionals in business development and strategy, marketing, and event management.
Vanessa’s annual conferences attract speakers and consultants who gather to learn, network and support each other in growing their businesses and the dental meetings industry.
Honored by Dental Products Report as one of the Top 25 Women in Dentistry (2017) and thrice selected for the Denobi Award Shortlist (2021, 2022, 2023) for her outstanding contributions in the dental industry, Vanessa is known as the ‘go to’ resource that helps meeting planners create stronger meetings, speakers acquire more bookings, consultants attract and retain clients and all to meet their business goals.
An avid student of self-development over four decades, Vanessa is honored to be a Certified Chopra Health™ Instructor. Dr. Deepak Chopra was an early and constant influence in her personal and spiritual journey.
The Healthy Speaker Initiative is based in the powerful lifestyle practices of Ayurveda (the scientifically proven holistic health system taught by Dr. Chopra for 30+ years.) Vanessa guides her community with strategies for retaining health and vitality while realizing their full potential as speaking and consulting entrepreneurs.
As you can tell from her impressive bio, Vanessa has a lot to share that can help budding dental entrepreneurs, from business insight to meditation advice, this episode has it all!
Where to find Vanessa:The Dental Speaker: https://www.thedentalspeaker.com
The Dental Speaker Institute: https://www.dentalspeakerinstitute.com
Where to Find Dr. Kelly:
Let's Connect! Book a Call today to see how I can help you create high-performance teams, discuss educational programs, or how I can be of assistance. https://calendly.com/drkellytanner/30min
Visit us at https://www.nextleveldentalhygiene.com