HowDent

In this episode of the HowDent Podcast , we welcome Vishar Yaghoubian, Co-Founder and CEO of Toothpod , to talk about a topic near and dear to every dental professional’s heart: why patients keep ghosting their toothbrushes . Toothpod is a science-forward, pocket-sized solution designed for those inevitable moments when brushing just isn’t happening—commutes, travel, first dates, or let’s be hones...

In this episode of HowDent , we dive headfirst into the stainless-steel soul of dentistry with Megan Mendes, SVP of Strategic Business Units at HuFriedyGroup —the company that’s been handcrafting instruments since before sliced bread was invented . (Yeah, let that sink in.) We talk about how HuFriedyGroup is still making instruments by hand in an age when your fridge might be smarter than you, how...

🦷🎙️ 🚨 New Podcast Episode: Cologne, Cavities & Cathedrals – A Love Letter to IDS 2025 🇩🇪✨ Alright folks, buckle up and polish those pearly whites—because this week, we’re diving head-first into the Super Bowl of dentistry, the Coachella of crowns, the Oscars of oral health: IDS 2025 in Cologne, Germany. If you’ve never been, imagine the ADA Annual Meeting…but quadruple the floor space, mult...

Ever wonder what the future of dentistry looks like? Spoiler alert: it involves high-tech wizardry, 3D printing, and—if MicroDental Labs’ CEO Chris Morris has his way—possibly flying dentures (patent pending?) and not the kind that fly out of patient’s mouths. In this episode, we sit down with Chris to talk about how cutting-edge printing and milling are revolutionizing the way smiles are made, wh...

In this episode of the the HowDent Podcast, Dr. Andy Goldsmith talks to Dr. Rod Kurthy, founder and owner of KÖR Whitening. We talk about the evolution of vital tooth whitening, the chemical process of how it works and why not all whitening gels are created equal. Dr. Kurthy developed the KÖR whitening system from a need for something that was missing in his dental practice with research backed so...

In This Episode of the HowDent Podcast, Dr. Andrew Goldsmith talks with one of the pioneers of implant dentistry who continues to innovate after 50+ years, Dr. Gerald Niznick. You will be the first to hear about a new tri-implant system and the launch of an intuitive implant company called Paragon https://paragon-implant.com/ Dr. Gerald A. Niznick was the founder and President of Core-Vent and Par...

In this action-packed, edge-of-your-seat thriller (okay, it’s a podcast, but still), Dr. Andy Goldsmith sits down with the legendary Jorge Hernandez—National Sales and Business Manager at Shining 3D. And what do they talk about? Oh, just the futuristic world of 3D facial scanning, intraoral scanning, and 3D printing—you know, casual Tuesday topics. Shining 3D isn’t just about making your dental li...

In this episode of Howdent, Dr. Andy Goldsmith talks with Matt Quaglia, Global Director, Product Management - Dexis and Jordan Reiss, Senior Director, Clinical Strategic Development - Dexis. We discuss the evolution of digital radiography, the history of Dexis and how CBCT and sensors work. For more information on Dexis: https://dexis.com/en-us All the socials: @Dexisimaging or call: 888-883-3947

In this episode, Dr. Andy Goldsmith has an interesting conversation with Larry Rose - Director of Rotary, Product Development and Innovations and Justin Frigo - Senior National Account Manager from Brasseler.  We discuss how dental polishers are manufactured and techniques for improving your outcomes with patients. You can access more information on Brasseler products by going to: Shop. BrasselerU...

In this episode, Dr. Andy Goldsmith has a compelling conversation with Shaunt Avanessian, Senior Manager, Design Engineering and Raoul Correa Senior Director, Research and Development at Implant Direct.  We discuss how implants are made starting with raw titanium rods to how they are manufactured, inspected, cleaned and packaged. In this episode we learn about Implant Direct and what they represen...

In this episode, Dr. Andy Goldsmith interviews Dr. Ulf Drechsler from Kerr Dental to  explore how dental composite resin is made and gain insight into how these products are made.

In this episode, we have an interesting conversation with Larry Rose - Director of Rotary, Product Development and Innovations and Justin Frigo - Senior National Account Manager from Brasseler.  We discuss the origins of Brasseler as well as how diamond burs are made and the differences between Brazed and Galvanic Diamond burs. You can access more information on Brasseler products by going to: Sho...

In this episode of HowDent, Dr. Andy Goldsmith talks with Michael Couch of Midmark to discuss how cabinets are made. We dive into the differences of Midmark's two lines of cabinets: Synthesis and Artizan and the advantages of working with a company that builds medical grade cabinetry.  We discuss the manufacturing process of both and Michael differentiates why choosing a company like Midmark...

In this episode, we interview Daniel Call, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Bien-Air to explore how dental handpieces are made in the Swiss watch valley of Switzerland.

In this episode of HowDent, Dr. Andy Goldsmith talks to Nick Arthur, Director of Distribution and Logistics for Burkhart Dental Supply. We learn about what happens to the products we order from the moment we purchase the item to how it is picked, packed and shipped to our offices. Enjoy this episode of HowDent where we explore how things are made in Dentistry.