Over the course of my career, I have noticed a profound departure from scientific honesty. Several factors, I believe, have contributed to this disturbing departure—most notably, economics and the increasing …
It is my observation that most dentists do not appreciate the tremendous benefits of full coverage restorative dentistry can offer—both to their dental practices and to their patients. Last week’s …
This week’s blog is about a trend in our profession that has disturbed me for quite some time. There are less dentists today who are critical thinkers than ever before. …
I am very proud to be a member of the Next Level Performance Leadership Group, which was founded by my Crossfit mentor, Mycal Anders. He is a former Marine with …
One of the great things about Arizona is the outdoors…there are miles and miles of fantastic hiking trails with incredible scenic views. This past weekend, I went hiking with my …
Endodontics is without question intimately connected to full coverage restorative dentistry. All practitioners know that endodontics is required for irreversible pulpitis or when teeth ae nonvital. However, prophylactic endodontics is …
When I examine a new patient for the first visit, I always bring them into the conference room, rather than the dental chair. I want to hear that patient’s story …
Having great mentorship is one of the tremendous advantages I have enjoyed in my career. However, another advantage also gives me a leg up over most of my colleagues in …
Last week a patient came to see me, and she was quite upset. A dentist had recommended that she have all of her lower teeth extracted and implants placed for …
My Crossfit journey is essentially a mirror of my career: a perpetual struggle for success: to do better, to be better and to never settle for less than the best …