Tooth or Dare Podcast

Welcome to the 151st episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guests Dr. Sam Low and Craig Stevens from Perio Protect (@perioprotect).  Treating and preventing periodontal disease in patients can be hard. What if you told them it could be as simple as wearing a tray for just a few minutes per day? If that sounds too good to be true, it’s time to educ...

Welcome to the 150th episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Andrew Johnston (@ataleoftwohygienists).  Irene and Andrew have a lot in common - they are both registered dental hygienists, seasoned podcasters, and passionate about business - so don’t be surprised if you forget who’s interviewing who!  With so much focus on the clinical side of t...

Welcome to the 149th episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Melissa Turner (@thetoothgirl). In Part 2 of this interview, we discuss what it’s like to be a dental hygienist working within the established dental practice system - it’s not all pretty. Melissa’s mission is to improve patients’ access to dental care, and she is a huge advocate of...

Welcome to the 148th episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Melissa Turner (@thetoothgirl). In Part 1 of this interview, we learn about Melissa’s upbringing in rural Pennsylvania and how she started her career as a dental assistant. At her mentor’s suggestion, she decided to become a dental hygienist, which led her down the path to where she...

Welcome to the 147th episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Dr. David Rice (@ignitedds). Call this episode a book report. Irene’s an avid reader and the new book.“Is Everyone Smiling But You?” David’s new book title can hit a little too close to home. If you’ve ever felt the struggle of balancing your work, health, and relationships with love...

Ep 146 - Pediatric Feeding Specialist Teaches Parents Baby-Led Mealtime | Tooth Or Dare Podcast with Toothlife. Irene Welcome to the 146th episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Dawn Winkelmann (@msdawnslp). Do you remember learning how to eat? Were you a picky eater growing up? What does this have to do with dentistry? Surprisingly, a lot -...

Welcome to the 145th episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Kate Reinert at Zirc (@zircdentalproducts). If you love organization and color-coding, this one’s for you! We discuss all things Zirc, a company specializing in innovative dental products that help teams work more efficiently. Their use of bright colors are key in keeping materials o...

Welcome to the 144th episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Katie Poulsen (@katiecpoulsen). Katie is a product marketing manager for Videa Health, a company specializing in artificial intelligence tools for healthcare, including dentistry. VideaAI is one such tool that can greatly improve diagnosis with dental X-rays when used by a trained pr...

143 - COVID Dental School Graduate and real talk creator Dr. Britany Baker| Tooth Or Dare Podcast with Toothlife. Irene Welcome to the 143rd episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Dr. Britany Baker (@peaceful.toothdoc). It’s hard to find someone who’s more fun to be around than Dr. Britany - her smile is as infectious as her passion for denti...

Welcome to the 142nd episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Dr. Kami Hoss (@drkamihoss).   Calling all aspiring dental entrepreneurs - this one’s for you! This is a long-awaited interview with a truly accomplished dentist, author, filmmaker, and speaker. Irene first learned of Dr. Kami when she saw his film “The Rise of SuperMouth,” which mov...

Welcome to the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu! (@toothlife.irene) In Part Two of this conversation with Dr. Avi, we explore his journey toward becoming a Clear Aligner consultant. Driven by his passion for professional development and education, he began sharing insights on YouTube, before turning to consulting and the creation of the Clear Aligner Advisor program.   The accessibility and...

Welcome to the 141st episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu! (@toothlife.irene) and this week's guest Dr. Ben Johnson aka @pnwoms.  Ben Johnson was inspired to go into oral surgery by his father, Dr. Carl Johnson, and their lifelong friend and colleague, Dr. Rick Edwards. He saw the differences they were able to make in patients’ lives and wanted to be able to do the same. Now, Dr....

Welcome to the first 2024 episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu! (@toothlife.irene)   In Part One of this conversation with Dr. Avi Patel (@doctor.avi), we talk about his journey in dentistry, personal growth, and the shift in perspective on success and fulfillment. We journey into his background, insights into his childhood spent in various places, and the pivotal moments that led...

Welcome back to the Tooth or Dare Podcast with your host Irene Iancu, as I explore Part 2 of my riveting conversation with Kerry Lepicek, RDH—an esteemed dental hygienist with over 20 years of clinical experience. This episode is sponsored by our friends at Philips: During this sponsor message, I sit down with Lindsey Dalley RDH the Professional Education Manager - Canada We share some tips on com...

Join me in this week's episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast as I, Irene Iancu, dive into a lively conversation with my dear friend Kerry Lepicek, RDH, a seasoned registered dental hygienist with over two decades of clinical expertise. Kerry, who hails from Toronto, Ontario, sheds light on the unique dynamics of working alongside her father, Dr. Jim Hyland, a respected dentist in the community.   T...

Join Irene and Tammy in a captivating exploration of the evolving landscape of dental hygiene education in this episode. With a fervent advocacy for recognizing dental hygienists as indispensable members of the dental team, Tammy passionately emphasizes the need for expanding their scope of practice. The episode unfolds as a persuasive narrative, shedding light on the pivotal role dental hygienist...

Get ready for an insightful journey as we dive into the world of modern dentistry and cutting-edge technology in this episode. Join Dr. Paul as he shares his experiences and expertise in the field, exploring the dynamic landscape of dental practice and the integration of artificial intelligence. Discover how Dr. Paul revolutionized his dental practice by incorporating near-infrared technology, all...

Welcome back to the second part of our enlightening conversation with Dr. Karen-Anne Gordon. In this episode, we dive deeper into the world of TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction) pain, dental hygiene, and chiropractic medicine. Dr. Karen shares her insights into the current trend of using Botox for relieving tension in jaw muscles and the importance of addressing the root causes; and emphasi...

Editor of Dentistry Today, Dr. Paul Feuerstein shares his journey to the king of tech!   Welcome to Episode 133 of the Tooth or Dare Podcast with Irene Iancu aka @toothlife. Irene In this captivating interview, I sit down with Dr. Paul Feuerstein, a prominent industry leader whose journey from the bustling boroughs of New York City to the cutting-edge world of dental technology will leave you insp...

Say hello to this week's guest. A former Dental Hygienist turned Chiropractor and advocate for TMD health. Follow along in Part 1 of this episode discussing her journey and motivation to leave clinical dental hygiene and enter the Chiro world.  Growing up in Jamaica and pursuing careers in dental hygiene and chiropractic medicine. Dr. Karen's unique perspective as a dental hygienist and dedicated...

Irene's Interview with Dr. Uche: Inflammation and Lifestyle Habits for Dentists and Patients Welcome to an enlightening interview where Irene sits down with Dr. Uche to discuss crucial topics related to inflammation, lifestyle habits, and holistic well-being for both dental practitioners and patients. In this engaging conversation, Dr. Uche imparts valuable insights on various aspects of health an...

I'm thrilled to bring you Part 2 of our captivating interview with Tina Maviryannakis, RRDH, the visionary behind The Smile Room. This episode is sponsored by our friends at Philips, and it was recorded live at the Ontario Dental Association meeting in Toronto, live on the trade show floor. Tune in to learn about the technology behind disrupting dental biofilm and the differences between Sonicare...

Welcome to "Mamba Mentality with Dr. Matt Asaro," the podcast episode where we dive deep into the mindset, strategies, and stories of remarkable individuals who have carved their own paths to success, some of whom Matt identifies with and some, well he disagrees with in the practice of dentistry.  This episode is sponsored by Designs for Vision, offering a 45-day trial of their loupes to our liste...

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Tooth or Dare Podcast! In this captivating interview, your host, Irene, sits down with the remarkable Tina Maviryannakis, RRDH, the founder and CEO of The Smile Room. Tina's journey from her early days in Iran to her current role as an influential leader in teledentistry will leave you inspired and informed. 🔗 Listen to our previous podcast with Tina -...

@Joycethedentist is back again! Sponsored by our friends at Designs for Vision and recorded live at the California Dental Association on the trade show floor, that was fun! Designs for vision is providing a 45-day trial of their loupes to our listeners! No strings attached, don't love the loupes send them back in 45 days for your refund. Here is the link to navigate there.  https://www.designsforv...