In this conversation, Dr. Tim Anderson and Dr. Alan Mead discuss the power of magnification in dentistry and the impact it has on clinical skills. They also talk about their shared love for cycling and the benefits of having hobbies outside of dentistry. Dr. Mead shares his experience with owning multiple microscopes and how they enhance his clinical practice. They also touch on the importance of good lighting and the use of cameras in dental microscopy. In this conversation, Alan Mead and Tim discuss the benefits and challenges of using microscopes in dentistry.

@02:11 - Mountain Bike Story

@10:19 - What are our bikes

@17:18 - Microscopes

@28:00 - Polishing

@31:45 - Learning Curve in Microscopes

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About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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"Loops are great, and I would argue that you can't do dentistry without them."

Dr. Alan Mead practices at Mead Family Dental in Saginaw, Michigan. A graduate of the University of Minnesota in 1997, he is passionate about podcasting, and dental microscopes. As an aficionado of dental operating microscopes, Dr. Mead believes that powerful magnification and lighting significantly improve his work, especially in hygiene operatories.

In this episode, Dr. Alan Mead, discusses the importance of magnification and lighting in dentistry. He shares his journey with loupes and magnification, exploring key factors to consider when choosing loupes, such as depth of focus, field of view, and declination angle. The conversation also touches on the rise of ergonomic loupes and their impact on posture and ergonomics. Alan shares his experience with different magnification levels and encourages listeners to go bigger than they might think.

@02:16 Dr. Alan Mead - Magnification Progression

@18:27 Ergonomic Loupes

@22:22 Starting with Loupes

@27:11 Loupes Are Good, Lights Are King

@33:14 Eye-Opening Experience

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About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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In this episode, Dr. Thomas Welk, an orthodontist, dives into all things aligners. We discuss case selection for clear aligners, including green, yellow, and red light cases. Dr. Welk emphasizes the importance of patient compliance and setting realistic expectations for aligner treatment. Patient selection and good communication are key to achieving successful outcomes with clear aligners. The discussion also covers evaluating ClinCheck and key factors to consider, such as unrealistic movements, attachments, and Bolton discrepancies.

@02:02 Dr. Thomas Welk

@12:49 Aligners and case selection.

@25:16 Invisalign and ClinCheck.

@32:58 Team workflow.

@44:23 Cases and techniques with aligners.

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About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND

Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds