The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast

Can you really trust what's happening inside your dental unit water lines when you can't see it? If bacteria levels exceed safe limits, your patients and team face serious health risks, and your practice could face devastating legal consequences. Michelle Strange brings over 25 years of dental expertise to this critical discussion. She holds a Master's in Dental Hygiene Education from the Universi...

Is investing in a 3D printer or in-office milling system worth the substantial financial commitment, or should you stick with traditional lab relationships? This question faces many dental practices as digital technology becomes increasingly accessible. Dr. Christopher Pescatore, a nationally recognized cosmetic dentist and pioneer in digital dentistry since the early 1990s, brings over 30 years o...

What happens when a dentist combines exceptional clinical artistry with a passion for sharing knowledge and building lasting industry relationships? Dr. Kevin Brown brings over 18 years of private practice experience to this conversation, having earned accreditation from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and established himself as a respected key opinion leader in aesthetic dentistry. Bas...

Are you feeling trapped in the daily grind of routine dental procedures, losing the excitement that once drove you to pursue dentistry? Many dental professionals experience this challenge, but it doesn't have to define your career trajectory. Join Dr. Phil Klein as he sits down with Dr. Jacqueline Patterson, a general dentist and certified orofacial myofunctional therapist with over 15 years of ex...

What if you could achieve near 100% case acceptance using nothing more than an iPad and a $20 app? What if that same simple setup could revolutionize your treatment planning, patient communication, and clinical outcomes? Dr. Christopher Pescatore brings over 35 years of aesthetic dentistry experience and a unique passion for 3D design to this groundbreaking discussion. A national and international...

What happens when a terminated employee weaponizes regulatory agencies against your dental practice? The consequences can be devastating, potentially leading to practice closure, massive fines, and irreparable damage to your reputation. Dr. Karson Carpenter, a practicing dentist with over 25 years of experience in compliance training, serves as President of Compliance Training Partners and is an O...

Are you sacrificing your long-term health for daily dental practice? What if the right ergonomic choices could transform your career from one of chronic pain to sustained comfort and productivity? Katrina Klein brings a unique perspective to dental ergonomics as a 17-year registered dental hygienist, national speaker, author, competitive bodybuilder, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Ergonomic...

What if you could offer patients stunning veneer-quality results in a single appointment at half the cost of traditional porcelain veneers? This breakthrough approach makes aesthetic smile makeovers accessible to the vast majority of patients who want to improve their smiles but can't afford indirect restorations. Dr. Lundon Albrecht graduated from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry an...

Are you prepared when your key staff member calls in sick, goes on vacation, or suddenly quits? Without proper documentation, your practice faces chaos, compliance risks, and frustrated team members who don't know how to maintain critical safety protocols. Sherrie Busby brings extensive experience and education in dental assisting, specializing in comprehensive training for dental teams on clinica...

Are you struggling to find the right person to manage your practice operations, or wondering if you're paying your office manager appropriately for their role? The success of your dental practice often hinges on having the right office manager—someone who can seamlessly coordinate scheduling, billing, staff management, and patient communication while maintaining the professional standards your pat...

When was the last time you tested your dental unit water lines? If you can't remember the exact date, you might be putting patients and your practice at serious risk. Join us for an essential conversation with Tija Hunter, a Master-level member of the American Dental Assistants Association with over 40 years of clinical experience. As the immediate past president of the Illinois Dental Assistants...

When was the last time you encountered an oral ulcer that made you pause and wonder if immediate action was needed? These seemingly common lesions can range from benign, self-limiting conditions to life-threatening emergencies requiring urgent medical intervention. Dr. Ashley Clark, Associate Professor and Division Chief of Oral Pathology at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, brings...

Can your dental practice definitively prove that every sterilization cycle met temperature requirements, maintained proper pressure, and achieved complete drying? As regulations tighten and patient awareness grows, infection control documentation has evolved from recommended practice to legal necessity. Amanda Hill, a nationally recognized infection control expert, RDH magazine advisory board memb...

Do over-the-counter mouthwashes actually prevent periodontal disease, or are patients just wasting their money? Are there any products that can truly make a difference in the fight against gum disease? Dr. Steven Milman brings 36 years of periodontal expertise to this discussion. He earned his dental degree from Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas, and completed his periodontal residency...

Are you using the same technology that insurance companies rely on to evaluate your claims? If not, you might be setting your patients up for claim denials and undermining your own clinical recommendations. In this episode, we welcome Alicia Murria, RDH, MS, a registered dental hygienist with a master's degree in dental hygiene and over 12 years of clinical experience. She serves as a member of th...

Are you maximizing the potential of your hygiene department, or are you unknowingly trapped in an outdated business model that's limiting your practice's growth and efficiency? Melissa K. Turner, BASDH, RDHEP, EFDA (@thetoothgirl), brings two decades of clinical experience combined with executive-level strategic insight to transform how dental practices operate. As the 2022 recipient of the Sunsta...

How can you deliver a beautiful full coverage crown in under 30 minutes while removing minimal tooth structure? What if you could restore large carious lesions with subgingival decay using a conservative approach that preserves natural tooth architecture? This episode features Dr. Lauren Rainey, a restorative dentistry educator and private practitioner from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A....

Are you leaving thousands of dollars on the table by only billing dental insurance? Many dental procedures performed in your operatory qualify for medical insurance reimbursement, yet most practices fail to tap into this lucrative opportunity. Kandra Sellers, RDH, brings over 25 years of dental industry experience as one of the most respected dental coaches and educators in oral systemic health. S...

What if one simple assessment could transform your hygiene practice, increase patient acceptance, and prevent countless hours of invasive treatment? The disconnect between mental evaluation and formal documentation is costing dental professionals significant opportunities for early intervention. Alicia Murria, RDH, MS brings extensive expertise as a member of the Hygiene Faculty with Align Technol...

How can dental practices capture the 76% of weekly hours when their offices are closed? With teledentistry evolving from a rural healthcare solution to a comprehensive practice enhancement tool, the opportunities for urban practices are greater than ever imagined. Dr. Maria Kunstadter brings over a decade of pioneering experience in teledentistry implementation and education. As a practicing denti...

Are you frustrated when clear aligner cases don't track according to plan, leaving patients months behind schedule and your profit margins eroding? Dr. Farouk Hakim brings over 21 years of experience balancing private practice and dental education in the San Francisco Bay Area. He serves as Vice Chair of the Department of Restorative Dentistry at University of the Pacific, where he directs courses...

Could a single technology transform your endodontic success rate while cutting appointment times in half? What if you could confidently tackle challenging molar cases that you might otherwise refer out? Dr. Scott Benjamin brings over 25 years of private practice experience from rural upstate New York, where he has become an internationally recognized authority on dental lasers and advanced dental...

Why do some dental labs consistently deliver perfectly fitting crowns while others require multiple remakes? The answer often lies in communication, training, and understanding the critical relationship between digital workflows and laboratory expertise. In this episode, we're joined by Luke Kahng, Owner and Founder of LSK121 Oral Prosthetics in Naperville, Illinois. With over 35 years of dental l...

What happens when a loyal office manager tries to protect their doctor by withholding patient records until an outstanding bill is paid? As you'll discover in this episode, good intentions can lead to federal violations and costly consequences that no dental practice wants to face. Dr. Karson Carpenter brings over 25 years of expertise in OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control compliance to dental pra...

What if the key to successful pediatric dentistry isn't just technical skill, but understanding how to transform anxiety into confidence, one appointment at a time? Dr. Julia Richman brings exceptional expertise to pediatric dentistry as a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry, holding both a Master's in Pediatric Dentistry and a Master of Public Health fr...