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Welcome to the GC America series of VivaPodcasts. Top KOLs, through dental podcasts, will address clinical techniques, new products and the latest research and development at GC America.

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Unlocking New Efficiencies with Same Day Dentistry
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 8/5/2024
For those of us who are doing chairside milling we have a lot more choices in materials than we did several years ago. In fact, there is now a CAD CAM block that actually does not require sintering. Why is this significant? Because it shaves off as much as 25 minutes from the in-office manufacturing process. Today we'll be talking to Dr. Jennifer Bell, a full-time dentist in NC, who is all about high quality dentistry with an emphasis on efficiency. She is big into digital dentistry and has had great success with her now favorite milling block. Today she will be offering all sorts of recommendations that focus on efficient same day dentistry, including 3D Printing.
The Role of Therapeutics in Remineralization: Winning the Battle Against Tooth Decay
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 7/15/2024
Remineralization of teeth is a natural process through which essential minerals, such as calcium and phosphate, are deposited back into the enamel, effectively reversing early stages of tooth decay. What can we do as hygienists and dentists to augment this natural process? According to our expert speaker, Dr. Brian Novy, it is a multifactorial approach which involves good communication with the patient and using the right therapeutics. Listen in to hear what the expert has to say.
Achieving Indirect Restorative Excellence: A Discussion with Dr. Matt Nejad
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 6/12/2024
Today we'll be talking to Dr. Matt Nejad about utilizing digital dentistry to achieve indirect restorative excellence, which includes restoring the tooth in the most conservative and biomimetic way. And at the same time, we can make the restorative process enjoyable for the dentist and efficient and profitable for the practice. Our guest, Dr. Matt Nejad, is an expert biomimetic and esthetic dentist practicing in Beverly Hills, CA. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry, the highest level of accreditation possible, and serves as a Scientific Advisor to mentor and train dentists.
Treating Decay Without a Dental Drill: You'd Be Surprised What You Can Achieve
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 2/12/2024
Minimally Invasive Dentistry are more than just buzz words. In fact, today we can do amazing things to treat decay and save a tooth without doing any drilling at all. To tell us all about it is Crystal Spring. She is a registered dental hygienist who spends her life operating her mobile dental practice throughout the state of Montana. She has had amazing success with arresting, regenerating and saving teeth through noninvasive means. We are very happy to have her share some of the work she is doing in the area of prevention and minimally invasive dentistry.
CAD/CAM Block: The Uncut Gems of Your Office
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 1/25/2024
In the past, we didn't have many choices when it came to CAD CAM blocks. But today we do. In this episode, we'll be talking to a dentist who is well aware that Zr wins the strength contest but he has plenty of reasons to stay the course with LiSi. He specifically prefers a specific Lithium Disilicate bloc that saves him the step of firing after chairside milling. To tell us all about it is Dr. Yao-Lin Tang, who has over twenty years of practical knowledge in cosmetic and general dentistry. He is a CEREC user since 2005, a certified CEREC trainer, and a Visiting Faculty at CDOCS.com.
Injection Molding Technique: A Viable and Affordable Alternative For Full Mouth Rehab
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 1/22/2024
Injection molding. What can it do for your practice and how can it be a perfect fit for your patients? To tell us all about is Dr Tal Wilkins, a dentist who loves this technique and uses it often. He says the patient can get a full mouth rehab at a third of the cost of veneers. Dr. Wilkins maintains a private practice in Aiken, South Carolina and is a visiting faculty member and serves on the Board of Advisors at the Pankey Institute.
Unleashing Special Smiles: A Dentist's Dedication to Special Needs Care
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 12/20/2023
Joining us today is Dr. Jacob Dent, a dentist who has not only excelled in his field but has also demonstrated remarkable compassion and innovation. Half of his dental practice is dedicated to serving patients with special needs, ranging from autism, dementia, Alzheimer's, to cerebral palsy and other intellectual developmental disabilities. He has transformed his practice into one that is more profitable than ever before, gives him limitless career satisfaction and provides the necessary dental care to a large group of patients that have intellectual developmental disabilities. This episode covers his story and success that you will find truly remarkable and inspiring.
Anterior Direct Composite Restorations - The Ultimate Additive Solution
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 12/15/2023
Anterior direct restorations have numerous considerations when compared to posteriors. In this episode we will go over these and discuss how to simply anterior direct restorative procedures while achieving exemplary results. Our guest is Dr. Mehrdad Razaghy. His journey in dental research began by joining Dr. Pascal Magne’s research laboratory at Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC. Dr. Razaghy has contributed to various books, journals, and publications in the world of restorative and biomimetic dentistry. His expertise is in dental photography, biomimetics, and minimally invasive and additive dentistry.
Use of Short-Fiber Reinforced Composites to Rescue Cracked Teeth
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 4/3/2023
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the benefits of adding a short-fiber reinforced composite restorative for specific restorative cases. In conjunction with a universal composite, a fiber-reinforced restorative has shown to offer significantly better fracture toughness in many applications versus a universal composite alone. Our guest is Dr. Ron Kaminer, an internationally known educator, lecturing on dental lasers and other cutting-edge technologies in the dental market. Dr. Kaminer maintains 3 practices, one in Hewlett, NY one in Oceanside, NY and one in breezy point NY.
Confronting Complex Cementation Challenges
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 1/9/2023
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing how to handle complex cementation challenges and why and when we need to rely on a quality resin cement. Our guest is Dr. Michelle Lee, an active member of the Pankey Institute, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), and American Equilibration Society (AES). She is passionate about providing excellent patient-centered, comprehensive dentistry to her patients, and strives to provide gentle and customized dental care.
Restorative Dentistry Made Simpler with Adaptive Shade Matching Technology
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 10/17/2022
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. In this podcast we'll be discussing Universal composites with Adaptive Shade Matching capability. We'll get some insight into how you can leverage these materials to help increase productivity, while carrying less product inventory. Our guest is Dr. Robert Marus, a practicing cosmetic dentist in Yardley, Pennsylvania. A member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr Marus currently lectures on cosmetic dentistry and has written articles on his smile makeover techniques, many of which have been featured in numerous national and international publications.
A Simplified Workflow for Highly-Esthetic Lithium Disilicate Restorations
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 10/12/2022
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the benefits of using a fully-crystallized lithium disilicate CAD/CAM block to create durable and highly-esthetic indirect restorations. This material provides high strength without the need to fire, and apparently saves the clinician up to 40% of the time required versus comparable systems. Our guest is Dr. Paresh Shah, who maintains a private practice in Winnipeg, Canada with a focus on implant, cosmetic and interdisciplinary care. He is currently an instructor at the University of Manitoba Dental School in the department of fixed prosthodontics.
Glass Ionomers: More Than Just Geriatric Treatment
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 10/6/2022
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. The next-generation glass ionomers (glass hybrids) have become an ideal treatment option for geriatric and high-risk caries patients. Today we'll be discussing how the improved physical properties of these materials make them a cost-effective, long-term restorative option where there is virtually no risk of recurrent decay. Our guest is Dr. Lou Graham, an internationally recognized lecturer extensively involved in continuing education for dental professionals. His lectures focus on incorporating current clinical advancements through “conservative dentistry.”
The Future of Dentistry: Live Panel Discussion from Spear Education in Scottsdale AZ
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 10/7/2021
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. I'm excited to be here today at Spear Education in Scottsdale, AZ as the moderator for our panel discussion, The Future of Dentistry. In our audience are over 60 world-renowned key opinion leaders that have participated in this 2-day educational symposium sponsored by GC America. Our four distinguished panelists include Dr. Matt Nejad, Dr. Sabiha Bunek, Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus and Dr. Bob Margeas.
Legacy of RMGI cements “Evolves”
CE Credits: 0 CEU Release Date: 2/14/2021
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. I'm Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be talking about some of the reasons for restoration failure. We will also talk about alternatives to traditional restorative materials that exhibit bioactivity and biomimicry.

Our guest today, Dr. Lee Ann Brady, is the Director of Education for the Pankey Institute. She also maintains a private restorative practice, Desert Sun Smiles Dental Care, in Glendale Arizona. Dr. Brady is the founder and lead curator of Restorative Nation, a supportive learning community for dentists and is on the editorial board of several publications.
Using Injectable Composites as Your Go-To Solution for Direct Restorations
CE Credits: 0 CEU Release Date: 1/20/2021
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. This is Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing injectable composites, and why you should consider using them as your go-to solution for direct restorations. Our guest is Dr. Robert Marus, a practicing cosmetic dentist in Yardley, Pennsylvania. A graduate of NYU College of Dentistry, Dr. Marus received his dental degree in 1985, completed his residency at The Jamaica Hospital in New York and holds membership in The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He currently lectures on cosmetic dentistry and has written articles on his smile makeover techniques, many of which have been featured in numerous national and international publications.
Top Sealant Solutions
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 12/31/2020
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. This is Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing the advantages of using sealants on your patients and some of the top sealant solutions that are currently available.Our guest is Dr. Jeanette MacLean, a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, an internationally recognized expert and advocate for silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and minimally invasive dentistry. She lectures extensively across the United States and Canada and her webinars are viewed in 39 countries. Dr. MacLean has been published in various journals and publications and has been featured twice in the New York Times.
Short Fiber-Reinforced Composite: A New Era for Bulk Filling
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 12/16/2020
Dental podcast: Welcome to DentalTalk. This is Dr. Phil Klein. Today we'll be discussing how to incorporate fiber-reinforced composite into your bulk filling and core build-Up regimens. Our guest is Dr. Matt Nejad, an expert biomimetic and esthetic dentist practicing in Beverly Hills, CA. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry and serves as a Scientific Advisor to mentor and train dentists. Dr. Nejad is a consultant for several global dental companies, a member of the ADA Standards Committee on Dental Products and continues to lecture nationally and internationally.
I just graduated dental school. What's next?
CE Credits: 0 CEU Release Date: 10/26/2020
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: Thanks for joining us for this Viva Podcast, "I just graduated dental school. What's next?" To give us an intelligent perspective on this, I'm happy to introduce our guest Dr. Todd Snyder, a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, author, international lecturer, researcher and instructor at various teaching facilities.

You can reach Dr. Snyder at www.aestheticdentaldesigns.com and www.drtoddsnyder.com. More information on Dr. Snyder's training: www.legion.dentist
5 years in a DSO. What's next?
CE Credits: 0 CEU Release Date: 10/26/2020
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: Thanks for joining us for this Viva Podcast. So you've been working for a big Dental Support Organization for the past 5 years and you're thinking about making changes in your career path. Who better to tell us our options than our guest Dr. Todd Snyder. Dr Snyder is a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, author, international lecturer, researcher and instructor at various teaching facilities.

You can reach Dr. Snyder at www.aestheticdentaldesigns.com and www.drtoddsnyder.com. More information on Dr. Snyder's training: www.legion.dentist
Building a dental practice with harmony, happiness and high profits
CE Credits: 0 CEU Release Date: 10/26/2020
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: Thanks for joining us for this Viva Podcast. Today we'll be discussing building and maintaining a dental practice with harmony, happiness and high profits. Our guest is Dr. Todd Snyder, a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, author, international lecturer, researcher and instructor at various teaching facilities.

You can reach Dr. Snyder at www.aestheticdentaldesigns.com and www.drtoddsnyder.com. More information on Dr. Snyder's training: www.legion.dentist
Frustrated with Dentistry? It's Time to Reinvent Your Practice and Enjoy it Again
CE Credits: 0 CEU Release Date: 10/26/2020
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: Thanks for joining us for this Viva Podcast. No doubt, as practicing dentists, many of us go through periods where we feel we're doing the same thing day after day, and this of course can diminish our enthusiasm and happiness. In can lead to frustration and even depression. To discuss this further and offer ways to reinvent your practice, is our guest today, Dr. Todd Snyder. Dr Snyder is a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, author, international lecturer, researcher and instructor at various teaching facilities.

You can reach Dr. Snyder at www.aestheticdentaldesigns.com and www.drtoddsnyder.com. More information on Dr. Snyder's training: www.legion.dentist
The Benefits of Glass Ionomer Sealants
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 2/24/2020
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will discuss the many oral health benefits from using a glass ionomer sealant in your practice. Our guest is Dr. Jeanette MacLean, a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, private practice owner, and internationally recognized advocate and expert on silver diamine fluoride. She was featured in a recent New York Times article on silver diamine fluoride.
3Rs for Caries Control – Restore, Recharge & Remineralize
CE Credits: 0.5 CEU Release Date: 2/24/2020
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: Glass Ionomers and preventive products are very synergistic and beneficial to the patient when restoring and protecting your patients’ teeth. This Viva Podcast will discuss the 3Rs for Caries Control – Restore, Recharge & Remineralize. Our guest is Dr. Brian Novy, Chief Dental Officer at the Alliance Dental Center in Quincy, Massachusetts. He holds faculty appointments at three dental schools and has been recognized by The California Dental Association Foundation with the Dugoni Award for “Outstanding contributions to dental education.” In 2009, the American Dental Association awarded Dr. Nový and his office the title, “Adult Preventive Care Practice of the Year.”
Glass Hybrids: The Next Generation
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 2/24/2020
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will discuss the next generation of glass hybrids. Our guest is Dr. Joshua Austin, who maintains a full time restorative dentistry private practice in San Antonio, Texas. He is an editorial director and columnist for Dental Economics and lectures around the country. His approach to his "Pearls for your Practice" column is a fresh approach in today's commercial driven dental journalism.
Evolution of RMGI Cements
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 2/24/2020
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will discuss the evolution of RMGI cements. Our guest is Dr. Jeffrey Lineberry, owner and operator of Carolina Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, a full-time complex restorative focused practice. He has lectured at national meetings, published in several dental journals, serves as a key opinion leader for multiple dental companies and is on the editorial board for Dental Product Reports, a leading dental journal.
Cementing Indirect Restorations with Confidence and Peace-of-Mind
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 9/23/2019
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This Viva Podcast will address the question, Are there any universal dual-cure adhesive luting cementation systems that provide natural esthetics and high bonding strength for your indirect restorations? In this episode, Our guest, Dr. Miles Cone will help us better understand. Dr. Cone is one of only two prosthodontists in the entirety of New England to have obtained additional qualifications as a Certified Dental Technician. He owns a private practice and is Editor in Chief for the Messenger, a quarterly publication by the American College of Prosthodontists.
Successful Anterior Restorations with a New Universal Composite Injectable
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 7/8/2019
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: Choosing a consistently reliable universal composite can be a challenge. This Viva Podcast will discuss what features and benefits a clinician should be looking for in a universal composite. Our guest is Dr. Nader Yermian, a cosmetic dentist with a private dental practice, Vicente Dental, in Brentwood, CA, where he is committed to using a biomimetic approach for restoring damaged teeth and producing beautiful, durable smiles.
Natural Beauty Restored, Lithium Disilicate Redefined
CE Credits: 0.25 CEU Release Date: 9/21/2018
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: Lithium disilicate is a glass ceramic with proven clinical success, and is known for its excellent combination of strength and aesthetics. But restorations made with traditional lithium disilicate materials have some drawbacks. In today's Viva Podcast, we'll be talking about a new high-strength lithium disilicate (GC LiSi Press) that offers dramatic improvements over traditional lithium disilicate ceramic materials. An expert on the topic, Dr. Miles Cone, a prosthodonist from Portland Maine, will be giving us some insight into this new material.
G-aenial Universal Injectable: Redefining the Way You Work with Composites
CE Credits: 0 CEU Release Date: 9/21/2018
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: In this VivaPodcast we’ll be talking about a new genre of composite restorative referred to as a Universal injectable. The material is a high-strength nano-particle composite designed to provide excellent adaptation to the cavity for reduced occurrence of porosities and air bubbles, among many other benefits.

Speaking with us today, an expert on the topic, is Dr. Robert Marus, a practicing in Yardley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Maris is one of five dentists in the state of Pennsylvania to receive accreditation by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
G-aenial Bulk Injectable: The Ideal Convergence of Adaptation, Strength, and Esthetics
CE Credits: 0 CEU Release Date: 9/21/2018
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: Several years ago, Bulk Fill composites took the restorative market by storm. Since then, many of our listeners have incorporated one bulk fill material or another into their daily practice. But now there's a new kind of bulk fill from GC America. It's actually a BULK Injectable. What does that mean? Here to tell us more about it, and an expert on the topic, is Dr. Robert Marus, a general dentist specializing in cosmetic dentistry in Yardley, Pennsylvania.
New innovations in Resin Modified GIass Ionomers: GC Fuji Automix LC
CE Credits: 0 CEU Release Date: 9/21/2018
Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: On today's VivaPodcast, we'll be talking about GC Fuji Automix LC, a radiopaque resin-reinforced glass ionomer from GC America. It’s indicated for the restoration of primary teeth, permanent class III and V restorations, core build ups and as a base or liner under composite restorations. To talk more about this product is Dr. Pam Maragliano-Muniz, a prosthodontist who earned her certificate at UCLA School of Dentistry. She maintains a private practice at Salem Dental Arts in Salem Mass and she is on the faculty at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.
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